Michael Hartlaub, L.Ac, has spent his life studying global healing traditions, and has traveled to Western Europe and Amazonian Peru to study indigenous herbal medicine.
Always seeking to improve upon his understanding of the dynamics of the human biosystem, Michael has made it his life's mission to facilitate partnerships that empower individuals to take further steps in their journey towards optimal wellness.
Michael is a nationally certified acupuncturist and Diplomate in Acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He is licensed by the State Medical Board of Ohio to practice acupuncture.

Allison strives to provide a safe space to discover health and joy with the help of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. She firmly believes that you and your body are capable of so much. The innate wisdom of your body can lead you towards greater wellness, sometimes we just need help remembering. She looks forward to witnessing your journey while practicing non-judgement and meeting each patient with an open heart.

Allison’s formal training was completed at the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon where she received a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine with Honors. Training in Classical Acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Qigong and Worsley Five Element Acupuncture has filled Allison’s toolbox with effective means for treating disease and walking with patients towards harmony and a more ease-filled life.

Natalie Vail is an ordained Spiritualist minister, licensed acupuncturist, herbalist, certified spiritual energy healer, psychic-medium, feng shui consultant and Birth Doula. She was born and raised in California and knew from the age of 4 that she wanted to be an alternative health care practitioner. By the time she was 8 year old, Natalie began studying energy healing and mediumship. She is certified by Harmony Grove Spiritualist Association’s Institute as a Spiritual Healer and Psychic-Medium and is ordained through Grace Spiritual Center in Encinitas, California.

Through a series of divinely orchestrated events, Natalie was led to study the ancient healing practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine and graduated from Pacific College in 2011 with a Master's of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine. She is licensed by the State of California as well as an NCCAOM Diplomate of Oriental Medicine and is currently finishing her Doctorate.

Before beginning her studies of Chinese Medicine, Natalie graduated Phi Beta Kappa from the University of California Berkeley with a degree in Anthropology and a minor in Music.

Natalie uses her healing and intuitive gifts in her everyday life and is committed to her own spiritual development. She views her role as a Healer to be an integral part of her life’s purpose and believes that every person possesses the innate ability to heal. Her vision is to be a facilitator who empowers and motivates people towards wellness in every aspect of their being.

Welcome to Red Lotus Wellness Center, a Premier Integrative Medical Practice in Carlsbad and La Jolla.

On your first visit you will meet with one of our providers, where you can share your health concerns and they can learn about your unique health and wellness goals. If it feels like the right fit for you, they will perform a thorough examination, including a detailed medical history. The second visit to the office is a chance to review the results of the tests, performed and to present any abnormal findings. You will be given our best recommendation for resolving these problems and reaching your health and wellness goals. We take great care in listening keenly with each and every aspect of your health concerns, which allows us the confidence to know with certainty whether we can help or not, and our results speak for themselves; just take a look at our Testimonials Section.

Our experienced staff under the guidance of Dr Ashley Hoyt and Dr Kris Bly are here to provide an alternative medicine approach to total wellness and a healthier lifestyle through Acupuncture, Massage, Bio & Vitamin Injections, Restorative Skin Care and Herbal Supplements. We take most insurance. Our focus is on ‘wellness’ not ‘illness’. Our goal is to enable, not prescribe. Having years of experience in offering our services to Key West, we are also advocates of alternative medicine education. We will help you find a way to feel better and know better.