Dr. Jessica was born in the Bay Area where she was exposed to many different languages and cultures. Her experiences with traveling and studying abroad in multiple countries has given her the ability to build a strong rapport with her patients from different backgrounds. Also, her partial Chinese background gives her a better understanding of Chinese culture.

Dr. Jessica graduated from San Jose State University with her Bachelor’s degree in Japanese and combination Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) in 2014. She’s been practicing OT with a variety of patients from infants to adults. She is also experienced with sport injuries due to her martial arts background in Kung Fu and Kyudo (Japanese Archery). She is currently on the Wu Shu team at Sun’s Kung Fu Academy and has been practicing for over 5 years. She’s been practicing Kyudo for over 10 years and is a 3rd degree black belt.

Dr Jessica’s main interest in Chinese medicine is about food / dietetics and herbs since she believes that “what you eat has a big impact on your quality of life. She enjoys using her background in both Western and Eastern medicine and integrating these medicines to support her patients to see lasting results.

During her free time, Dr. Jessica enjoys learning languages (currently learning Vietnamese, Mandarin Chinese, Korean), playing saxophone in a jazz band, doing Kung Fu, and doing Kyudo. She currently speaks conversational Japanese and has basic communication skills in many languages.

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Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine officially came into my life during my third year at the University of Texas at Austin while pursuing my Bachelor’s of Science in Microbiology. I was stressed during midterms and was taking Claritin due to seasonal allergies. A friend of mine introduced me to South Austin Community Acupuncture during this time and after my first treatment, I instantly felt relief. I felt more calm and was able to think more clearly and the symptoms of my allergies such as runny nose, itchy red eyes, etc. were greatly reduced.

Seeing and being taught the limitations of Western Medicine and Pharmaceuticals during my undergraduate career, I realized that Traditional Chinese Medicine and its holistic view of the human body was more in line with my passion for helping others. However, I firmly believe the each medicine complements the other and the integration of both can greatly benefit every patient.

Combining my interests and hobbies of fitness, food, meditation, and helping others, I furthered my education by becoming a Certified Personal Trainer, CrossFit Level 1 Trainer, Certified Primal Health Coach, Certified Medical Qigong Practitioner, and Certified Sports and Orthopedic Medicine while here in California.

I enjoy helping people achieve their health goals by integrating nutrition, movement, meditation, and Traditional Chinese Medicine into my treatment plans. A good life is ultimately about balance and I hope that I can share that knowledge with all of my patients.

Dr. Aaron is treating on Saturdays and Sundays 9 AM-5 PM and Mondays and Tuesdays from 10 AM-6 PM. Dr. Aaron is fluent in English and some Mandarin chinese.

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Dr. Eric has a love for healthcare and fills his practice with kindness, compassion, and understanding. He strives to help his patients through their healthcare needs with holistic open-mindedness and empowerment of his patients in taking control of their own health.

Dr. Eric graduated from the University of California, Davis with a degree in Neurobiology, Physiology, and Behavior with a minor in Asian American Studies. It was during his time in undergrad that he learned the importance of cultural and socioeconomic context in the science and healthcare fields. While exploring ways to help people with a harmonious balance of both, he became enamored with modern Chinese medicine and thus launched his acupuncture career after graduating with a doctorate in traditional Chinese medicine.

The treatment style Dr. Eric practices heavily emphasizes a deeper understanding of wellness through a mind-body approach and seeks to balance both mental and physical aspects of his patient’s health. He specializes in treating patients with mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trouble concentrating, and stress-related pain.

Outside of his practice, Eric can be found watering his herb garden and enjoying a dark roasted oolong tea with pineapple cake. He enjoys activities that help hone his hand dexterity such as arts and crafts, cooking, and video games. Ask him about Asian American history and how cultural influences affect his relationship with health!

Dr. Eric treats on Wednesdays 10 AM-6 PM, Thursdays 10AM-3PM Fridays 10 AM-5 PM, Every other Sunday 9 AM-3 PM. Dr. Eric is fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese.

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Dr. Kevin’s passion for healthcare started at a young age when he grew up messing around with herbs, plasters and needles at his uncle’s TCM orthopedic clinic in China and witnessing his grandmother, an obstetrician, provide integrative and effective eastern and western treatments for her patients. His interest deepened in college when he used cupping therapy to relieve a classmate’s shoulder pain, solidifying his calling. The COVID-19 pandemic further fueled his desire to be on the front lines of disease prevention and treatment. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a doctoral degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University. Outside the clinic, he is a provider at Sutter Health’s Integrative Medicine unit, where he treats inpatients, and a faculty member at FBU, teaching review and assessment.

Dr. Kevin specializes in internal medicine, pediatrics and neurological-emotional disorders, utilizing acupuncture, fire cupping, herbal medicine and pediatric tuina. His ideal patients are those in not-so-ideal conditions. He thrives on the challenge of treating patients with complex, multifaceted conditions, where Chinese medicine’s holistic approach excels in addressing multiple symptoms at a time. He enjoys the challenge of the intricacies and excitement of the“unusual, unexplained and unknown” or of patients presenting with a long list of health issues.

Dr. Kevin’s treatment philosophy is rooted in the belief that physical, emotional, and social aspects of pain are deeply interconnected. He understands that chronic physical pain can lead to emotional distress, which in turn can cause social withdrawal, further intensifying the pain. His holistic approach integrates emotional well-being and social support, reflecting his commitment to providing care beyond physical symptoms only.

When not treating patients, Kevin is riding his thoroughbred, IP, swinging a mallet on the polo field, walking his pomsky, Mahjong, feeding his two cats, March and Clicker, or singing in the shower. Dr. Kevin is fluent in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

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Dr. Gahwi graduated from Kyung-Hee University, the foremost institution for Korean medicine in South Korea. She is an acupuncture treatment and herbal prescription expert with extensive practical experience and academic background. Her skills have allowed her to treat diverse patients, including Korean movie stars, athletes, and K-pop idols. She has also appeared on Korean TV shows and shared health information with the public.

She specializes in musculoskeletal conditions, sports and orthopedic conditions as well as nerve pain. She also works with women’s health, including helping to treat infertility and is also well versed in cosmetic and aesthetic acupuncture. Her knowledge in Korean Medicine and Herbal Remedies helps her treat many pediatric, gynecological, respiratory and dermatological concerns.

During her free time, she enjoys spending quality time with her spouse and son, exploring the scenic beauty of California. Additionally, she is committed to pursuing lifelong learning, which serves to enhance her professional expertise and insights.

Dr. Gahwi is available by appointment only on Mondays and Fridays from 10AM-5PM and Saturdays 9AM-3PM, please call in to schedule or book online. Dr. Gahwi speaks fluent Korean (한국인).

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