Personalized, science-backed care for chronic illness
At Helixona, we believe healing begins with understanding the whole person—what the body is carrying, what it is missing, and what needs to be restored. Our clinic was built to serve those navigating complex, chronic health conditions and those seeking to elevate their wellness, vitality, and longevity.
Whether you’re facing persistent fatigue, inflammation, autoimmune challenges, Lyme disease, MCAS, mold toxicity, or you’re simply striving to feel clearer, stronger, and more resilient as you age, we offer a comprehensive approach grounded in advanced diagnostics, integrative therapies, and our Eliminate. Nourish. Repair.™ framework.
We meet you wherever you are on your health journey—restoring what has been compromised and strengthening what is working—so you can move toward a life of greater clarity, capacity, and long-term well-being.
Our approach is simple, yet powerful
These three words guide everything we do.
From cutting-edge IV therapy and ozone treatments to functional neurology and frequency-based healing, Helixona brings science, compassion, and connection together under one roof. We work in partnership with you to develop a personalized, data-driven care plan that is grounded in hope. At Helixona, we view health through a different lens. We believe most chronic illnesses stem from three core imbalances:
Too much of something harmful (like toxins, infections, or inflammation)
Too little of something essential (like nutrients, oxygen, or cellular energy)
Processes that need repair (neurological, digestive, immune, or emotional)
We address all three using our signature model: Eliminate. Nourish. Repair.Every patient journey begins with a comprehensive intake, lab testing, and a tailored roadmap for healing. Unlike traditional clinics, we don’t stop at diagnosis—we guide you through the therapies, adjustments, and education you need to make measurable progress We use insurance where possible, and we ensure that every step of care is transparent, thoughtful, and focused on what matters most: your long-term well-being.
Ready to take the next step in your healing journey?
Complete our online intake form and one of our experienced New Patient Coordinators will reach out for a brief phone consultation. We’ll walk you through our process, answer your questions, and determine whether Helixona is the right fit for your needs.
Don’t wait to feel better. Let’s begin.
At Helixona, we offer a comprehensive range of therapies that are designed to target the root causes of chronic illness and optimize healing.
Filters and oxygenates your blood to reduce infections and restore vitality.
Delivers targeted essential substances and biocompatible medications directly into your bloodstream to accelerate cellular healing.
Realigns cellular communication to support healing from chronic illness and fatigue.
Stimulates healing, reduces inflammation, and enhances mitochondrial function naturally.
Supports cognitive and physical function through brain-based rehabilitation strategies.
Reveals hidden dysfunctions early, guiding precise and personalized healing strategies.
Soothes the respiratory system and promotes easier breathing and detoxification.
Infuses skin with oxygen and hydrogen to fuel healing from within.
Our Physician bring extensive experience in board certified in family medicine, and fellowship trained in both integrative medicine and functional medicine, along with a commitment to personalized care and long-term patient success.
Fluent in several languages and English, Dr. Drannikov is also an experimental chef, artist, and devoted student of mindfulness and movement. Above all, he is a healer who is fully invested in your recovery.
Dr. Drannikov is board certified in Family Medicine, and fellowship trained in both Integrative Medicine and Functional Medicine through Institute for Functional Medicine (IFM.) He is also trained in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Medical Acupuncture. His study of classical Chinese medical theory continues to inform his care, offering patients a broader toolkit for resolving stubborn symptoms, restoring vitality, and building resilience from within.
Dr. Drannikov has treated thousands of patients struggling with autoimmune conditions, environmentally acquired illness, Lyme disease, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, POTS, Hypermobility syndrome, Long COVID and many associated conditions including chronic fatigue. He specializes in identifying root causes and crafting multi-layered treatment plans using advanced diagnostics, nutrient therapies, energy and manual modalities, mind-body tools, and lifestyle medicine. He believes healing is possible when physician and patient work together with clarity, trust, and shared responsibility.
With training from the University of Michigan’s (UofM) prestigious Integrative Family Medicine Fellowship and faculty roles at both UC Davis and UofM Integrative clinics, Dr. Drannikov brings academic rigor and real-world experience to each case. He also offers medical acupuncture, minor osteopathic manipulation, IV and frequency-based therapies to support the body’s innate healing capacity.
Dr. Drannikov leads with heart and science. He believes healing happens when a physician and patient work together—committed to a shared goal of transformation. At Helixona, he guides patients through the ELIMINATE. NOURISH. REPAIR. framework, carefully layering therapies to accelerate progress while respecting each person’s pace and complexity.
Dr. Thomas Bakman, DC, F.A.F.I.C.C. is the Co-Founder of Helixona and the architect behind our Whole Person, systems-based approach to neurological and structural repair. For more than 35 years, he has practiced at the intersection of chiropractic medicine, functional neurology, athletic performance, and integrative care—always guided by a belief that patients heal best when every dimension of their health is understood and addressed together.
Early in his career, Dr. Bakman recognized that traditional, symptom-focused care often missed the subtle, early signs of dysfunction. This insight led him to build one of California’s first multidisciplinary practices, uniting medicine, physical therapy, athletic training, and chiropractic into a cohesive model that focused on restoring function—not just managing pain. His commitment to learning from every discipline shaped his lifelong pursuit: identifying the “sub-clinical” patterns that reveal where the body is struggling long before a diagnosis appears.
At Helixona, Dr. Bakman leads the integration of functional neurology within our Eliminate. Nourish. Repair.™ framework, ensuring that every treatment plan considers the whole person—their biochemistry, biomechanics, neurology, history, and lived experience. His work is grounded in the belief that chronic illness is rarely caused by one failing system, but by the cumulative weight of imbalances that must be unraveled with precision and respect.
Beyond clinical care, Dr. Bakman brings deep experience in insurance strategy, utilization review, and care delivery systems, helping Helixona offer science-driven, accessible care without compromising thoroughness. His decades of teaching, leadership roles, and community service further reflect his belief that healing extends beyond the clinic—it is a responsibility to elevate the people and communities we serve.
At Helixona, Dr. Bakman’s steady presence, clinical insight, and Whole Person philosophy help patients feel seen, understood, and supported as they rebuild their health and reclaim their lives. integrated with medical specialists since 1993, leveraging evidence-based functional medicine to help patients with unresolved complex chronic conditions achieve optimal health.
Board-Certified Internal Medicine, Critical Care & Palliative Care Physician Dr. Shannon Haliko is a triple board-certified physician in Internal Medicine, Critical Care, and Palliative Care, with over 13 years of experience guiding patients through some of the most complex challenges in medicine. In addition to her years in academic and hospital-based care, she built and ran a solo concierge telehealth practice, where she provided personalized support to patients across the country.
Her medical expertise is complemented by extensive training in integrative and mind-body approaches, including yoga, Ayurvedic medicine, genomic medicine, transpersonal psychology, therapeutic breathwork, microbiome optimization, and nervous system regulation. This unique blend of conventional and integrative knowledge allows Dr. Haliko to approach each patient as a whole person—addressing not only physical health but also the emotional, psychological, and energetic dimensions of healing.
At Helixona, Dr. Haliko plays a vital role in carefully screening patients referred for advanced therapies, ensuring the highest standard of safety and alignment with each individual’s care plan. She will also soon begin offering Nervous System Retraining sessions, helping patients restore balance and resilience from the inside out.
Known by her colleagues and patients alike for her warmth, compassion, and thoughtfulness, Dr. Haliko creates a healing environment where patients feel seen, heard, and supported. Her presence at Helixona reflects our core commitment: to deliver science-driven, patient-centered care infused with humanity and heart.
A holistic approach that transforms lives and powers our Eliminate, Nourish, Repair framework.
Healing
Energetics
Light
Infusions
Innovations Unknown
Oxygen
Nutrients
Awakening the body to healing
At Helixona, we lead with humility and steward our influence with care. We treat every patient as we would treat our own family.
Our mission is to bring healing to our patients.
We provide whole-person, deep medicine guided by the simplicity and power of Eliminate. Nourish. Repair.™. By removing what harms, nourishing what is depleted, and repairing the body’s foundational systems, we offer a path to true healing. Our care is grounded in connection, informed by advanced science, and shaped by an unwavering commitment to seeing and supporting the whole person.
