• Acupuncture is the science of penetrating the skin with thin, solid, metallic disposable needles. These needles can then be activated manually or electronically. In the manual activation, the practitioner uses their fingers to stimulate the point in the body. If the needles are stimulated with a mild electrical device, then it is called Electro-acupuncture. The practitioner will decide on the best course of treatment and will use one or a combination of both methods. 

  • When needed, I activate tuning forks and apply them on acupuncture points. The rhythmic vibration often brings an immediate calmness and serenity to the mind and body.

  • The functional medicine approach is similar to the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approach. It is centered on the patient as a whole, not the condition. It encompasses physical, emotional, mental and even the social aspects of a patient's life. It is personalized and looks for the root of the condition. In Chronic conditions there are often multiple systems involved. For example, in a condition like heartburn not only the gastrointestinal system, but also other systems such as the nervous system and endocrine systems could be involved. After finding the root cause, a holistic and customized treatment plan is designed which may involve changes in nutrition and lifestyle.  Functional medicine often  requires  different lab work to find the root cause.

    By having mastery in both traditional Chinese medicine and functional medicine, I incorporate not only the Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostic tools, such as pulse and tongue diagnosis, but also functional medicine lab work to investigate and diagnose the root cause of your chronic illness. I will then incorporate nutraceuticals and/or Chinese herbs to help you reach your optimum health and wellness. Majority of nutraceuticals are derived from herbs. With over twenty years of experience in medicinal herbs, I select nutraceuticals that are right for you to thrive. 

  • The functional medicine approach is similar to the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) approach. It is centered on the patient as a whole, not the condition. It encompasses physical, emotional, mental and even the social aspects of a patient's life. It is personalized and looks for the root of the condition. In Chronic conditions there are often multiple systems involved. For example, in a condition like heartburn not only the gastrointestinal system, but also other systems such as the nervous system and endocrine systems could be involved. After finding the root cause, a holistic and customized treatment plan is designed which may involve changes in nutrition and lifestyle.  Functional medicine often  requires  different lab work to find the root cause.

    By having mastery in both traditional Chinese medicine and functional medicine, I incorporate not only the Traditional Chinese Medicine diagnostic tools, such as pulse and tongue diagnosis, but also functional medicine lab work to investigate and diagnose the root cause of your chronic illness. I will then incorporate nutraceuticals and/or Chinese herbs to help you reach your optimum health and wellness. Majority of nutraceuticals are derived from herbs. With over twenty years of experience in medicinal herbs, I select nutraceuticals that are right for you to thrive. 

  • Gua Sha has roots in Traditional Chinese Medicine and is a tool-assisted massage. The practitioner uses a smooth edge tool to deeply massage the area of discomfort. Such stimulation promotes blood circulation and encourages proper flow of Qi in the area. It also assists in clearing congestion in the area. Gua Sha can cause redness in the area which could last a few minutes to a few days. 

  • Cupping is the application of placing cups over the skin to create negative pressure through suction. The suction promotes more blood flow and resolves congestion and stagnation in the area. Cupping can cause redness or bruises on the skin that could last a few hours to several days. Cupping therapy dates back to 400 BC and originated from ancient Greece, the Middle East, China and India.