The term “ Spring Wind “ typically refers to the increased windiness that is characteristic of the spring season. This is a result of the imbalance between retreating winter air…

Spring has sprung! Along with a season of new growth and optimism, this is also the ideal time to spring clean. As we crawl out of our caves from deep…

This winter has been especially frigid, the earth feels like a frozen tundra. But having your bank account frozen is no laughing matter, it’s your worst nightmare. Not having access…

One of the most fascinating aspects of being a Chinese medicine practitioner is shedding light on the worldview of illness seen through the lens of Eastern medicine. Here, I will…

PAST: The Historical Roots of Chinese Medicine in San Francisco Chinese medicine has a unique history of serving the local San Francisco community, dating back to 1899 with the opening…

Chinese medicine has a long and successful history in dermatology. Admittedly, in my twenty years of clinical work, skin conditions have presented some of most challenging and difficult cases due…

As back-to-school begins and flu season approaches, it is time to come up with a game plan for the seasonal viral infections often associated with autumn and winter. In particular,…

Depression is not a disease. It is a sign of psycho-emotional distress which is manifesting physically in the body. Because Chinese medicine, as a holistic therapeutic medical system, honors the…

I’m an Old-School Purist Here at Luminate Mill Valley, the approach I take is much more aligned with traditional Acupuncture style. In my clinic, you won’t be saddled with take-home…

Though tendonitis is common, there’s no single, gold-standard Western medical treatment for this condition. Many doctors suggest pain relieving medicines, steroid injections, or even surgery, which may be less than…