East West Medicine

I love how attentive and thoughtful Dr. Kim is. She has clarity in the way that she operates her practice and that gives the patient peace of mind and trust.
Her expertise has alleviated my depression and seriously started me on recovery I twisted my ankle while traumatizing the other leg, knee and hip.
And all this after 3 visits. I have 11 more visits to go in my package,
so that should work out perfectly.

My experience here was amazing! I have already recommended this place to two of my friends with chronic pain.
Let me start out by saying that the whole ‘center you chi’ thing, I just don’t understand nor do I practice or believe it. Holistic medicine just isn’t my thing but I had to try something for my chronic back pain. I had tried massages in the past and although they did fine, the effects wouldn’t last long or I would leave more tense then when I arrived.
I had looked into acupuncture a few times but there were never any places close to me. And I definitely didn’t want to drive a half hour for something that might not work and is… well… a little pricey. Then I found this place. Let me tell you, annoying to get to but totally worth it. It right off a super busy street and if you miss the turn it hard to find somewhere to turn around. Parking is in the back, so make sure you turn down the street and not to the building next to it.
The staff was nice but the décor could use a little work. My initial visit was intense. Dr. Nguyen was very thorough with my medical history. She then talked me through the process and really made me feel comfortable there. What I found really interesting is that she doesn’t do the actual acupuncture on the problem areas because you can make it better… but you could also make it worse. Instead she does acupuncture at other pressure points on the body that will ‘send signals’ to the problem areas. I was skeptical and figured this would just be something else that didn’t world but I was very wrong.
My back is in chronic pain and she helped relieve that. I didn’t have to undress and just laid on my back in a quite room with tranquil music. It was okay but I defiantly wasn’t relaxing. Dr. Nguyen rolled up my pant legs and started finding pressure points that hurt then she would stick needles there. The last one she stuck in, I kid you not, my leg relaxed even more. It was such a weird feeling but I was hopeful at that point. I didn’t think it would have that kind of effect. She then had me pin point where I was feeling pain and showed her. This was to pin point where other needles would go. I had needles stuck in my hand, which sent a weird intense sensation, but still didn’t fully relieve the pain. She then stuck some needles in my head. Kind of freaked me out but it started to work. With each needle I felt a little less pressure in my back. Until finally she found this one point and once that needle went in, my back completely relaxed. I felt my back actually touch the bed! I had never felt that relaxed before in my life! It was amazing. Because I was no longer in pain she turned on the heating lamp, turned off the lights, and left me to relax for 30 minutes. I’m not going to lie, I took a nap I was so relaxed. I even woke up before she came back in and felt refreshed. It was cold in there but once we were done she said when the body truly relaxes it does seem colder, which would explain the Goosebumps I got once my back relaxed.
My session was amazing! It felt weird being able to walk without my back in pain. Is this really what it feels like to walk? No pain? Wow! And today I woke up with absolutely no back pain for the first time in years! I can’t wait to go back for my follow up visits. She said we should aim for twice a week for two weeks and then once a week for six months. Basically reconditioning my body so that it understands that it can relax and not be tense all the time.
The only thing I don’t like is how booked Dr. Nguyen gets. Plan in advance! My next appointment is 10 days from now, but believe me, I’ve already started counting down.

I have been attended weekly acupuncture sessions with Dr. Nguyen for over two months now so I thought it was time to update you on how I am doing!
1) I got another mouth ulcer while I was away on a work trip. I was really worried that it would develop into something bigger but it healed on its own very quickly that I almost forgot about it within one day! Apparently the doctor says that my body is re-​bounding very quickly and learning how to heal itself.
2) After my first session, I found a lot of hidden emotions bubbling to the top which was a little bit scary at first but then I felt amazing afterwards. From my yoga classes (Gosh, do I sound like a new age freak now!?), I learn that many people hold stress in certain places in their body so I just assumed getting my qi moving again helped me release a lot of that anxiousness.
3) The hardest part I find about the sessions is waiting a full thirty minutes for it to end. If you are a very plugged in person like myself it will seem like ETERNITY to stay there in the dark, listening to relaxing music. I find myself constantly trying to Instagram photos of the needles poking out of my body or dancing in the bed… so obviously I am a prime candidate for acupuncture since it is teaching me how to relax!
As of my last session, I have graduated from weekly sessions to bi-​monthly treatments! Look at me, always the overachiever! I finally feel like my old self again and have a new appreciation for the human body and how it works.
Thank you so much Dr. Nguyen!

I sought out services with Kim at East West Medicine in the Spring of 2012. This was my first experience with acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, but I felt very confident and comfortable after meeting with Kim for the first time. She is very warm and knowledgeable, and really takes the time to listen. Kim provides thorough assessment and talks with you about your treatment in a way that you can understand and feel good about. She also makes sure that you understand the importance of following through with your treatment throughout the week (taking your herbs, lifestyle changes, etc.), and does a good job of empowering you to do so. Kim’s office is very organized and cozy; I always felt at ease during my treatments and looked forward to returning for my next. And if you’re new to acupuncture and are wondering if the needles hurt, the answer is no… you can hardly even feel them! Kim also has a very gentle approach and is very aware of and connected to her patients during treatment.
Not only was I extremely satisfied with Kim’s approach, bedside manner, and skills, but I was also very happy and impressed with the results. Kim really knows what she’s doing! It’s very evident that she not only takes the time to get to know each patient, but that she stays informed as a professional of the latest research and incorporates that into her practice.
I am happy and excited to say that with the help and expertise of Kim and East West Medicine, I am now expecting my first baby this summer (!!). I would highly recommend East West Medicine for anyone seeking help for any ailment or issue. It doesn’t feel like cold, medical treatment; rather, it feels like you are treating your body and mind to a more natural and holistic approach that I think we all deserve the chance to experience. I really can’t say enough… you’ll be in good hands with Kim!

It was first time i have ever used acupuncture treatment and I am very pleased with result. Kim Nguyen took very thorough history of my health and was patient with all my concerns. I sought treatment for anxiety, stress symptoms and lack of sleep. After first treatment I noticed the difference and since I was responding to treatment soon she recommended just weekly treatment after the 3^rd treatment. She wasn’t trying to sell you extra stuff. She also gave me some herb for my symptoms which she studied. It helped that her practice took my health insurance as well. It feels good to feel «normal» again. Living life with easy and nervous symptoms in pit of my stomach is gone.

I picked Kim Nguyen of East West Medicine based on Unilocal reviews and she has completely exceeded my expectations! I cannot say enough good things about her and how acupuncture has profoundly changed my migraines– in frequency, severity, and location.
Her 2^nd floor office is serene & calm and immediately puts you at ease. Kim is professional, extremely knowledgeable, and an excellent clinician. She is friendly, approachable, cares about patient outcomes and does her best to make a positive difference in your health. She is certified in Oriental Medicine (by the National Certification Commission on Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) so she is certified to practice acupuncture & Chinese medicine– not just one or the other– Trust me– she knows her stuff.
I highly, highly recommend her because of her abilities as a clinician and the improvement she has made to my health and well-​being.

Dr. Nguyen is amazing. I’ve seen her now for multiple treatments, for acupuncture and herbal treatments ranging from colds to stomach aches. I had never gone to an acupuncturist before Dr. Nguyen and was a bit nervous, but her calm and caring demeanor quickly put me at ease. She is very knowledgeable and takes the time and effort to explain her philosophy of care to you. She truly cares about her patients and it shows. If you’re looking for an acupuncturist, I highly recommend her.

I sought out an acupuncturist to see if there was help for a chronic sinus infection I had been struggling with for well over a year.
My ENT specialist was doing little more than periodically loading me up with antibiotics and suggesting surgery may be the only option. One thing I did do was to get tested for allergies and much to my surprise I have limited allergies, for which I am now getting shots. As you might expect I was quite frustrated with western medicine.
Kim has been a bright spot in my recovery. Although I still get allergy shots, she has been able to help relieve my sinus infection symptoms. She continues to work on what remains of my infection while helping me with chronic back pain due to significant arthritis and spinal degeneration.
My wife has insomnia and I have suggested she see Kim for help. After seeing how much better I am, she agreed. More on this story later…

Kim has been extremely helpful in helping with some anxiety as well as over-​all health. I’ve come in before with a bit of a cold that she was able to help, a bit of shoulder pain and back pain that she was able to relieve. Kim put’s a lot of effort and care into making sure nothing is painful (and acupuncture is not painful at all, barely feel it) and with a mix of suggested herbs/​acupuncture she helps to get things back to normal. I am now a firm believer in Acupuncture and recommend it to anyone from a small to big issue. Through a series of questions and routine checkups when you visit you definitely get the feeling she is there to help. 5 stars!

I was in a bike accident last Sunday; long story short a tree branch almost fell on me. My shoulders were pretty banged up and the left side of my body nicely tenderized a la concrete. One of my co-​workers said I should get a massage, and then I remember Kim N. did shiatsu massage! So I gave Dr. Nguyen a call and she was able to book me the same day. It turns out, acupuncture is covered by my insurance… so why not take the whole-​istic approach?
Dr. Nguyen was attentive and professional. I was wondering how having a friend treat me would turn out, but she was very serious about my health. She evaluated my entire existence in one interview and a pulse reading… I didn’t know one could identify 25 characteristics about a person just from their pulse. I was ready to believe anything at this point, I mean, the teachings gained from thousands of years of practice make for sound credentials.
When it came down to the nitty gritty, it was mostly painless. Dr. Nguyen’s deft hands were hardly noticeable. I actually didn’t realize I had needles in my legs until she took them out. Dr. Nguyen’s trade expands beyond the realm of acupuncture of course, when she showed me the Korean Cupping. cups? Cupping is something I saw happen to my uncle in Seoul. Dreadful sight really, all that skin sucked up into those little bulbs… I never thought it would be something that might help me. Yet, there i was, lying on a table, getting a humongous hickey from a plastic bell. I wish there was a clearer way to describe it…
Bell goes over skin. She pumps. Skin feels tight and weird. Some time later the bell comes off and your bruise/​tenderness feels better.
In all seriousness, later that evening I went out for a ride to check on the severity of my injuries; ended up riding a good 20 miles without discomfort. Kudos to you Kim, I’m back on the road already!