Business Details
Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Services in Seattle
With over 30 years of dedicated practice and study, our clinic offers specialized acupuncture and Chinese medicine services rooted in traditional methodologies. Our founder, Dr. Daniel L. Altschuler, combines extensive academic training from Taiwan and China with hands-on clinical experience to address complex health conditions. We prioritize holistic treatment approaches integrating acupuncture, herbal medicine, and personalized care for chronic pain, cancer support, and autoimmune disorders.Our practice emphasizes evidence-based traditional techniques while maintaining strict professional standards through affiliations with academic institutions. We maintain transparent communication with patients' primary care providers to ensure comprehensive treatment coordination.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Cancer Support
Pain Management
Autoimmune Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of specialized experience in Chinese medicine
- Our practice combines acupuncture with herbal treatment methodologies
- We specialize in complex conditions including cancer and autoimmune disorders
- Our practitioner holds a PhD in Chinese Medicine from Guangzhou College
- We maintain teaching roles at Seattle Institute of Oriental Medicine
What people say
Working wonders
Highly pleasurable experience
Decreased pain
Increased strength
Effective support
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture involves strategic needle placement to stimulate healing responses in specific body systems. This traditional practice helps alleviate pain, reduce inflammation, and improve energy flow throughout the body. Our treatments follow time-tested methodologies while incorporating modern medical understanding for optimal patient outcomes.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations combine thousands of traditional Chinese medicinal plants to address specific health conditions. These tailored prescriptions work synergistically with acupuncture to enhance treatment effectiveness for chronic illnesses and complex medical conditions. Each formula follows classical preparation methods validated through centuries of practice.
Cancer Support
Specialized treatment protocols help cancer patients manage treatment side effects and improve quality of life. Our integrative approach combines traditional Chinese medicine with modern oncology practices to support patients through various stages of their cancer journey while maintaining open communication with their primary care teams.
Pain Management
Targeted treatment plans address both acute and chronic pain conditions through combined acupuncture and herbal therapies. Our approach focuses on reducing inflammation, improving circulation, and restoring natural pain management systems in the body without reliance on pharmaceutical interventions.
Autoimmune Treatment
Customized treatment strategies help regulate immune system responses for various autoimmune conditions. Using a combination of acupuncture and herbal medicine, we work to restore balance to the body's immune functions while addressing specific symptoms associated with individual autoimmune disorders.
People
Daniel L. Altschuler
Practitioner
Dr. Altschuler studied Chinese medicine in Taiwan under Dr. Lee Chen-Yr and earned a PhD in Guangzhou. He teaches at Seattle Institute of Oriental Medicine and has practiced since the 1990s, specializing in complex conditions.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with acupuncture?
We treat chronic pain, cancer-related symptoms, autoimmune disorders, neurological conditions, and various other complex health issues using acupuncture and Chinese medicine.
Do you accept insurance for acupuncture treatments?
We accept Premera, Lifewise, Aetna, and several other insurance plans. Patients should verify coverage with their provider before treatment.
How does Chinese medicine complement cancer treatment?
Our treatments help manage chemotherapy side effects, maintain blood cell counts, and improve overall quality of life during cancer treatment.
What should I wear for an acupuncture session?
Wear loose clothing that can be easily adjusted to access treatment points on arms, legs, and other body areas as needed.
Are herbal treatments covered by insurance?
Herbal treatments are not covered by insurance plans and must be paid separately from acupuncture services.
Can I continue regular medical treatment while using acupuncture?
We encourage maintaining communication between all healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care and optimal treatment outcomes.
