ShenNong Acupuncture

Dr. Andy is perhaps the worst «doctor» I have ever met in my life. I have been treated (Very well) by Dr. Frank Gu for the past few months, and I find him to be highly competent and an excellent physician. Dr. Gu was out of the office for a few weeks so I decided to meet with Dr. Andy. He was extremely rude and unprofessional. My record indicated hormonal imbalance, however he wanted to know if I had ever been pregnant. I said «no». Next he said, «oh really?» and then said, «maybe when you were a teenager, pregnant?» And then he began asking questions about sexual partner history which had absolutely nothing to do with hormonal imbalance. He asked me, «don’t you have a partner that you are with?»… I told him that I found his line of questioning to be both highly offensive and inappropriate, particularly since I had answered the pregnancy question honestly the first time, and further stated that it has never been my intention to be pregnant. Dr. Andy then informed me that he was simply trying to get a full history.
I had been told by multiple people to only work with Dr. Gu and I am encouraging anyone that goes to Shen Nong to only work with Dr. Frank Gu if you value your dignity and your health.
I would recommend that «Dr.» Andy obtain multicultural awareness sensitivity classes and learn how to communicate better with his patients. And treat your patients with the respect and kindness they deserve.

I tried ShenNong for the first time in early March, and wanted to visit at least 3 times before I wrote my review. I had no previous experience with acupuncture.
The first time I visited I was treated for a never-​ending period that lasted 3 weeks, anxiety, weight gain, and bloating. By the time I got off the table, my never-​ending period had stopped, and noticed a lack of appetite within hours. Three months later, I have had very few mild bouts of anxiety, so minor, not even worth treating again, I lost 5 lbs within 6 weeks, and didn’t need another treatment for excessive bleeding. Success!
I went back mid April to treat chronic constipation that I have had since childhood, bloating, candida, and general digestive issues. Felt better right away, but came back a month later to treat the same symptoms. I asked the doc if he thinks this can be cured permanently, and in his limited English he said ‘Sometimes it does, sometimes you have to keep coming back”, and that’s the only reason I gave it 4 stars.
Of course I don’t expect miracles, and I have had this condition for decades. Overall, I am happy with how I feel and very impressed with acupuncture. I have been practicing Ayurveda (Indian medicine) for 7 – 8 yrs, and am used to eastern medicine, and prefer it over traditional western medicine or prescriptions.
A bit of advice, since I have 7 yrs of experience with Ayrvedic (Indian) medicine which is based on the same concept as Chinese medicine. ALWAYS, select a practitioner who has actually been trained in China. Don’t be tempted to use a Groupon offer or go to an American practitioner with a western degree. I don’t mean to discriminate at all, but I understand and feel energy, and the best healing happens when a person can feel your energy. Eastern teachings are much more intuitive, and you want to make sure you are treated by someone who can feel your energy, not just insert pins in all the appropriate places. These practitioners can feel when there is more wrong with you than what you have told them.
Also, do not be put off by the lack of décor or spartan atmosphere of their shop. This is not a spa, and you won’t hear music or smell scented candles (as some reviewers were disappointed by the lack of ambiance). They are the real deal, and being Asian myself, I can safely say we do not care about décor, it won’t do anything to heal you.

I have been using Dr. Frank Gu’s services for three years. He is very professional and prompt in delivering his services. Dr. Frank is a keen listener to all his patients. He dedicates enough time to answering ever patient’s questions. This helps his patients understand what is going on with them. He genuinely cares for his patients and makes it his primary goal to help them feel better. Many doctors who also purpose to help their patients make significant progress can borrow a leaf from Dr. Frank.
Doctor Frank is not motivated by monetary gains. He is genuinely interested in helping his patients with whatever they may be going through. He is very talented and possesses vast knowledge in his field of specialization. This, in addition to his professionalism in service delivery, adds to the value he creates for his patients.
Dr. Frank is also very experienced. He has treated me for chronic pain problems resulting from a tragic car accident. Dr. Frank has helped to alleviate the pain and also treat me for related health problems. Whenever I visit Dr. Frank with pain problems, he eliminates them and I leave his office pain-​free. He is a doctor I’d definitely recommend to anyone. Book an appointment today and he will help with your health problems.

I went in for acupuncture to treat my seasonal allergies. I saw Dr. Andy. The treatment worked for me, and I will be returning to be treated for my chronic neck and shoulder pain.
I wish the rooms were more serene and spa-​like so that it would be more relaxing. However, I went in to be treated for my allergies and it worked so that’s the important thing.
The lady at the front is also really nice! I would definitely recommend this place.
Here is my blog post about my acupuncture experience:

Mehhh. My boyfriend went to see him after reading good reviews on Unilocal and we were severely disappointed. He has seen a acupuncturist out in California before for the same problem and felt immediate relief but with this guy there was no change. All he could say was it should feel better in 2 to 3 days. Sorry but I think muscle pain goes away on its own in that time. Not recommended.

Dr Frank Gu is excellent. After 4 visits he was able to relieve years of shoulder pain from spending lots of time in Photoshop and clicking around my computer at work.
Call and make an initial appointment, but after that just walk in. Dr Gu is there Saturdays and Sundays, and in an office in Media on Tuesday and Thursday. Definitely recommend him!
Going back for a ‘body tune up’ to help with my energy and stress levels. Definitely excited!

It is amazing what can be achieved with acupuncture.
I have not been to other acupuncture practices before, so this is my first experience.
I had back problems after a motor vehicle accident for 3 years with months and months of unsuccessful treatment and recommendations for epidural injections. Just after 2 visits my pain level was reduced by ~70%, which meant for me no more painkillers.

So I’ve been experiencing back pain for like… let’s say 10 years. I’ve been seeing a chiropractor for about the same length of time. I’ve seen good chiros and bad chiros. I have horror stories that involve being electricuted (yeah you think you have problems ;p) but never in my life had I considered acupuncture. One of the several podcasts I listen to mentioned acupuncture for chronic back pain and well on a whim I started looking at acupuncturists near my office and I knew I wanted to find someone with a Chinese MD (the internets told me that’s what you look for in a good acupuncturist). So low and behold ShenNong has been around the corner from my office the whole time I’ve worked there and while I was super scared about the whole thing it really couldn’t have gone smoother, and everyone was super nice to me.
So basically you walk in– no appointments, — and sit in one of the waiting chairs, someone comes out and asks if you’re a new patient– I was– and brings you some seriously minimal paperwork (basically who you are and an address and phone number). You wait your turn, you sit in the office with the doctor and tell him what you’re there for. I talk about my back pain and also my allergies because hey I’m here already and I hate my allergies too. He informs me because i’m already on allergy meds he can’t help with that today (maybe in the future) so we focus on my back.
And like that we’re off to the acupuncture room. I laid on my stomach. sort of massaged/​warmed up the area, and he put some pins in my back and in my legs and really it wasn’t unpleasant at all. then he put a heat lamp on the area (I think it was a heat lamp, it really had no english words on it, so who knows, but it definitely kept me warm, so heat lamp) and told me to relax for 20 – 25 minutes. After 15 minutes he came back in and gave each pin a wiggle– that was not pleasant, but it was breif, and then he left me for 10 more minutes. Then he pulled the pins out– which I didn’t feel at all.
Then I got up, and it was like I was a different person. All the pain in my back was gone, and my legs felt like they were brand new. I don’t even know if that makes sense, but seriously new legs, new me. I felt happier, lighter, and painless. Now it’s 3 days later and i’m writing this and my back pain is still no where near as bad as it was on Monday and I can honestly say I would return again for future pain and possibly other stuff too.

Just go there for any health concern… Dr Frank Gu is a very reputable doctor. It is not a spa experience he is a doctor … You will be treated like a patient without the exception of the cost (may be less/​more than a co pay) and no addictive medicine with list of side effect. Went there for lost weight and sent many friends it works. They solved my water retention problem… It is the best acupuncture place I ever seen in the USA and Europe. Went once with a pinch nerve. The morning I could not even lift my leg to put a socks on. Few hours later it was gone… That same evening I was dancing the night out. I lost 10 pound in 6 months without doing a diet. Sent my friend who smoked for 30 years and in one session she stopped and six months later she can’t stand the smell of tobacco… I used to have terrible allergies and was doubling the dose of prescribe medicine without success. In one session with doctor Frank Gu, I never had allergies again… It’s been 4 years.
I don’t take any traditional medicine anymore and only go to shen-​nong.
No appointment needed. Open 7 days /​week 10−6pm
I have been sending all my friends and family there. Even bring him my kids for allergies treatment
That’s all…
That’s the scoop… At least to me!!!

oww oww oww oww session three, five to go.
Great acupuncture spot in the heart of Chinatown. Dr. Liang works mon, wed, thurs and fri. They are open from 10 – 6 every day.
Fifteen minutes of acupuncture = forty dollars and its anywhere you want. This last time I asked him to work on my neck and just feels so much better now. Bring any scans you have of your injury — this guy is talent.
Ive been twice so far and have six more sessions and am feeling a bit better. Dr. Liang is not ginger with his touches, he digs and pushes on the target spots and it hurts like hell but in one week time I feel ten times better the first day I went.
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