Meet Our Team

  • Janelle Ardizzone, IHT

    Janelle Ardizzone, mother of four and founder of Desert Moon Wellness, has achieved significant milestones in her wellness journey, including becoming an Intermediate Hyperbaric Technician with the International Board of Undersea Medicine. Janelle’s journey into wellness began from a place of personal healing and expanded through her roles in personal training, nutrition coaching, and a unique stint in the luxury automotive industry. Overcoming personal challenges, including postpartum depression, she deepened her understanding of the mind-body connection and became a certified Doula. Her dive into hyperbarics and biohacking has led her to obtain certifications in safety, technology, and detox coaching. Janelle's leadership at Desert Moon Wellness reflects her passion for personalized wellness solutions and her dedication to the Las Vegas community.

  • Cory Ardizzone, IHT

    Cory Ardizzone, co-founder of Desert Moon Wellness and a dedicated family man, brings over 25 years of experience in executive protection, highlighted by his heroism and dedication to safety. His personal journey with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, which played a crucial role in healing from a brain injury and saving his fingers from amputation, inspired his deep dive into the field. As a Master Technician at Oxyhealth and an Intermediate Hyperbaric Technician, Cory's expertise in chamber operations enhances the safe and detailed environment at Desert Moon Wellness, ensuring the best care for our clients.

  • Dylan Ardizzone, IHT

    Dylan Ardizzone adds a dynamic blend of technical skill and creative flair to the Desert Moon team. An Intermediate Hyperbaric Technician in training, Dylan balances his technical education with his artistic pursuits as a DJ, making waves on the Las Vegas Strip. His commitment to the holistic well-being ethos of Desert Moon, combined with his passion for wellness and music, exemplifies the harmonious blend of disciplines that contribute to our innovative approach to health and well-being.

  • Candice Duke, MSN, APRN, ACNPC-AG, RNFA, CFMP, Hyperbaric Practitioner

    Candice combines a profound depth of medical expertise with a passionate commitment to patient-centered care. Specializing in gut health, she adeptly addresses digestive disorders and understands the crucial brain-gut connection through a functional medicine approach. By integrating conventional and alternative medicine, Candice crafts personalized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs and lifestyle, focusing on holistic health.

    Her extensive expertise in IV therapy, coupled with her comprehensive approach to medicine, ensures the delivery of cutting-edge, effective treatments. Candice is also a certified Functional Hyperbaric Practitioner. In this role, she is responsible for clearing our clients for hyperbaric therapy and conducting all consultations to recommend personalized hyperbaric protocols. This capacity enhances her ability to offer comprehensive care options that align with our mission to provide holistic and innovative health solutions.

    Candice’s dedication to integrating multiple modalities of treatment, particularly her focus on gut health and the brain-gut connection, is integral to our team. We eagerly anticipate her ongoing contributions to our facility and the positive impact she will have on the well-being of our clients at Desert Moon Wellness. Join us to experience the transformative potential of our services and the personalized care that Candice and our team proudly offer.

  • Stephanie Jordan, OMD, PSYD

    Meet Stephanie Jordan, OMD, PSYD, a dedicated practitioner of functional medicine and acupuncture, based in Las Vegas, Nevada. With nearly three decades of experience in alternative medicine, Dr. Stephanie focuses on uncovering the root causes of her patients' symptoms, guiding them towards holistic healing through lifestyle adjustments rather than relying solely on pharmaceuticals.

    Originally from the East Coast, Dr. Stephanie's journey of exploration led her from a Doctorate in Psychology to becoming a Licensed Acupuncturist. With a background as a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in South Florida for two decades and over 27 years of operating an acupuncture practice, she possesses a solid foundation in mind-body healing. Dr. Stephanie's passion for education and her commitment to holistic health led her to complete a year-long mentorship in Functional Medicine in 2021.

    At Desert Moon Wellness, Las Vegas, Dr. Stephanie continues to empower her patients on their health journeys, addressing their needs comprehensively—mind, body, and spirit.

  • Dr. Gideon Kwok

    Dr. Gideon P. Kwok, D.O., brings over two decades of expertise in aesthetic medicine, serving as the owner and medical director of Skin Perfect Medical clinics in Southern California. As a vital part of the medical advisory board at Desert Moon, Dr. Kwok serves as the aesthetics lead, connecting wellness, longevity, and toxin management.

    Recognized as a Key Opinion Leader and educator, Dr. Kwok shapes industry practices and standards, sharing his knowledge as a clinical injector educator for industry leaders such as Galderma and Merz. His establishment, Aesthetic Immersion, trains emerging aesthetic medicine practitioners, and he's a sought-after speaker at national and international medical conferences.

    Dr. Kwok's numerous certifications in aesthetic treatments and multi-state medical licensure validate his expertise. Beyond his clinical and educational roles, he actively participates in humanitarian service, volunteering at clinics and joining medical missions.

    His venture, The Aesthetic Immersion, showcases his commitment to medical education, employing technology for better learning experiences and creating educational content for top aesthetic companies. Dr. Kwok's career reflects his dedication to advancing aesthetic medicine through education, innovative treatment methods, and clinical excellence, aligning with his role in guiding and bridging aesthetics at Desert Moon.