Dr. In Yu, DAOM, LAc
Dipl.OM (NCCAOM), NADA certified, MeiZen Cosmetic practitioner
Beautifying Patients from the Inside Out
What is Acupuncture? Acupuncture is an effective form of medical treatment that has evolved into a complete holistic care system. It promotes natural healing and can enhance recuperative power and immunity, support physical and emotional health, improve overall function and well-being. It is a safe, painless and effective way to treat a wide variety of medical problems. Acupuncture is recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the National Institute of Health (NIH) as an effective treatment in the conditions listed and many more.
Chinese Herbs: The practice of Chinese Herbs has been refined for over 3000 years and this medicine can be very effective for a variety of problems. Herbs come in pill, granular (which dissolve in hot water to become tea) or bulk form.
* When your body receives acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, you facilitate physical strengthening and increase your resistance to disease and disharmony, improving your body’s ability to function
At Total Health Acupuncture, we prescribe individualized treatments that are supported by both tradition and scientific evidence. We use the highest quality herbs and sterilized, disposable needles for your safety at all times.
Modern Western research supports the use of Acupuncture and Chinese medicine to treat these conditions:
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Biography
After attending Portland State University for undergraduate education, Dr. Yu attended the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine, where she received both her Masters and Doctoral degrees in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. The DAOM represents the highest formal educational credential available in the United States.
The advanced skills Dr. Yu has acquired both clinically and in research are used to the benefit of her patients. She approaches each patient as an individual, taking the time to develop a treatment plan that is specific to his or her needs. Patients are treated for chronic or acute issues ranging from pain, emotional imbalance, stress, digestive problems, women’s health concerns, fertility, seasonal allergies to weight problems.
Dr Yu’s practice focuses on helping her patients achieve and maintain their optimal health through acupuncture, herbology, diet and nutrition. Her treatments restore and strengthen the patient; increasing the body’s self-healing ability and bringing the patient back to a state of harmony. Dr. Yu believes in healing the body through natural ways. She is an exceptionally talented, caring health practitioner who is passionate about beautifying her patients from the inside out by promoting vitality, sustaining health, boosting the immune system and maintaining the optimal physical balance. She recognizes the power of preventative medicine approach into her patient care.
Dr Yu is bilingual in English and Korean.
In her leisure time, Dr. Yu enjoys playing music, especially duets with her son. She also enjoys camping and cherishes the daily walk with her dog at the end of each day.