
UPDATE (03/24/20):
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the 'Ekahi Ornish program has been terminated. Please refer to button below to visit our 'Ekahi Wellness program. Ekahi Wellness ProgramFor more information regarding our COVID-19 process and virtual visits, please scroll to the bottom of this page.*

Eat Better

Exercise More

Stress Less

Improve Relationships
Here’s how it works…
Groups of up to 15 participants will attend 18 four-hour sessions over 9 weeks. Each session covers the following four elements:
Stress Management
Learn a range of techniques to relax, release stress, and react in healthier ways.
Exercise
Supervised aerobic exercise and strength training with telemetry monitoring.


Nutrition
Enjoy and discover nourishing, delicious, plant-based meals.
Group Support
Give and receive emotional support to help unlock the healing power of community.

Here’s how it works…
Groups of up to 15 participants will attend 18 four-hour sessions over 9 weeks. Each session covers the following four elements:
Stress Management
Exercise
Nutrition
Enjoy and discover nourishing, delicious, plant-based meals.
Group Support
Give and receive emotional support to help unlock the healing power of community.
On average, patients at ‘Ekahi Ornish Lifestyle Medicine experience:
- 9% decrease in blood pressure
- 16% decrease in cholesterol
- 7% decrease in body mass and BMI
- 10% reduction in triglycerides
- 9% decrease in HbA1c
- 64% increase in exercise capacity
Commonly Asked Questions
What proof is there that the Ornish approach can reverse my heart disease?
The Ornish Reversal Program is basically common sense- why can’t a person just do this on their own?
Why should someone participate when a bypass or angioplasty offers a faster solution?
Will I still see my regular doctor?
Is the Ornish Program a covered benefit of my insurance?
- HMO: $20 co-pay per 4hr session
- PPO: $30 co-pay per 4hr session *PPO plans have a higher copayment as they are subject to Hawaii State Tax.
HMSA Medicare Advantage:
- $20 co-pay per 4hr session
HMSA Fed 87:
- no copayment per 4hr session
Medicare:
- 20% copayment per 4hr session
UHA, HMA, United Healthcare, or other insurance provider:
- Please contact us to determine if the Ornish program is a covered benefit of your insurance provider.
Am I eligible for the program?

Are you ready?
We’ve helped over 1000 participants live happier, healthier lives. Your journey begins by talking with one of our specialists to talk about your goals and see if you qualify for the program. Are you ready to start your journey today?
CONTACT INFORMATION
‘Ekahi Health Center at Waterfront Plaza, 500 Ala Moana Blvd, Suite 6-D, Honolulu HI 96813
Phone: (808) 777-4001
Fax: (808) 447-0571
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) Awareness
Due to the COVID-19 virus, we have suspended our physical visits and have moved to 100% virtual visits. For our current participants of the ‘Ekahi Ornish Program, we will be using Zoom. For folks that are current participants of our ‘Ekahi Diabetes Management Program, we are using InputHealth for individual sessions and Zoom for group sessions. Please see some of our resources and informational tutorials for more assistance.
Mahalo!
Click these button below for instructions on how to join your virtual visit.
For New Ornish Participants:
Please complete the following forms along with a copy of your photo ID and insurance card. We recommend you emailing your completed forms and then texting a copy of your photo ID and insurance card to one of these numbers:
Daniel – 808-829-8167
Shauna – 808-829-8193
Alex – 808-829-8210
Ornish Intake
Please complete for Ornish Intakes.
Informed Consent Form
Please complete for Ornish Intake.
Email & Text Notifications
Please complete for Ornish Intake.