Natural care for pain, women’s health & weight loss

Natural care for pain, women’s health & weight loss

Acupuncture Clinic in Atlanta, GA

Yu Kang, LAc, RD, LD, DipOM is a network provider for Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Anthem, Humana, medicare, etc.  She has the following credentials:

  • Doctoral degree in Oriental Medicine from Shandong University of Chinese Medicine, China
  • Master’s degree in Nutrition from Pennsylvania State University, PA
  • Master’s degree in Clinical Neural Science from China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China
  • Licensed Acupuncturist, GA, Lic. No. 000102
  • Licensed Dietitian, GA, Lic. No. LD002921
  • Registered Dietitian, American Dietetic Association
  • ServSafe Food Protection Manager Certification, National Restaurant  Association, Certificate No. 2657525
  • Diplomate in Chinese Herbology (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine)
  • Diplomate in Acupuncture (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine)
  • Diplomate in Oriental Medicine (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine)

Professional Atlanta Acupuncture

Dr. Yu Kang first began healing studies with her parents, well-known doctors of Oriental Medicine in her hometown Zibo - a mid-sized city in northern China. At 15, she was accepted by Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine as one of the youngest students in the medical school's history. After eight years of training in western and oriental medicine, she graduated with a doctorate degree in Oriental Medicine. Yu then went to the China Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1994 to be further trained in acupuncture and herbal medicine under the most influential doctors of Oriental Medicine in China. Before she arrived in the United States, Yu was a neurologist in Xiyuan Hospital in Beijing. Yu’s extensive training also includes a master’s degree in Nutrition from Pennsylvania State University and a one-year dietetic internship at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - a Harvard Medical School teaching hospital. Yu is a licensed acupuncturist, a registered dietitian, and a certified herbalist from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM).

For the past eighteen years, Yu has been offering nutritional consultations, individualized herbal prescriptions, functional exercise and acupuncture for patients of all ages in the metro Atlanta area. She specializes in women’s health, i.e., fibroids, menstrual irregularities, incontinence, endometriosis and menopausesymptoms; pain management, i.e., fibromyalgia, migraine, osteoarthritis, and sciatica; chronic disease management, i.e., obesity, hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, gastritis, anxiety and adult attention deficit disorder

I began acupuncture treatment in February 2025 with Dr. Kang. I was concerned about my weight, kidney function, tiredness and swollen ankles for 20 years. I moved slow and that made me feel carrying a log all the time because the swollen legs. Since I came to doctor Kang, the swollen has gone done significantly, I am walking better and that has helped my weight and energy. I felt lighter. I am also more mindful of the food choices Dr. Kang has taught me. I am very hopeful that I can take charge of my health and have a better quality of life.
Since I started treatment with Dr. Yu KangI have lost more than 10 pounds. Felt Less stressed, better skin tone, better digestion, less cramping with cycles. Dr. Kang gave me diet instructions, customized herbal prescriptions-and acupuncture, cupping, I am getting much better every day. Highly recommend anyone seeking holistic approach to medical acupuncture nutrition- Dr. Yu Kang.
Dr. Kang has been treating me for over a decade, helping me through both major and minor health challenges. Her expertise, care, and unwavering support have made a significant difference in my well-being. I am incredibly grateful for her steadfast dedication and highly recommend her to anyone seeking skilled and compassionate acupuncture treatment.
Dr. Kang’s treatment has improved my life significantly- I feel like she truly brought me back to life. I started coming to accupuncture about a year and a half ago. At that time I was sick constantly, every minor cold turned into a major infection. I had symptoms of long COVID after pregnancy and was so fatigued I thought I was going to have to quit my job. I could barely walk a block before feeling like I needed a nap. I was always out of breath and I thought I was going to die. I had migraines, back pain, and so much stress. I had seen dozens of specialists who continued to prescribe rounds of antibiotics, steroids and other meds that created more issues like IBS. One doctor told me there was nothing they or I could do and I just had to accept it. Dr. Kang listened compassionately to my whole medical story, reviewed all my meds, and my labs. She was confident she could help and treated me that first session. I got better within weeks, and continued to get better. I took the herbs and followed the nutritional guidance, and got more energy back. I went from barely walking a block to walking miles, to now running 2-3 miles regularly. I lost all my pregnancy weight and could fit in my old clothes again. I needed fewer and fewer treatments and eventually stopped coming for 5 months or so. I then had another flare up infection recently and came back and I now feel healthier and more energized than ever. The treatment not only has helped with every physical ailment I’ve had, but helps me handle stress and anxiety. I’m now off my prescription medication and only use herbs and some supplements she recommended. If you are not sure about trying Accupuncture- I can tell you it works- and she knows what she is doing. As a scientist, I didn’t want to try it. I now am 100% on board with this and believe it to be more effective than western medicine. Dr. Kang’s also a kind and gentle person who cares about and takes her time with every client. 🙏🏼 Thank you for giving me my life back!
Kang is amazing at her practice! She takes her time with you and teaches you about your pain body and improves your total health. I went for back pain and She treats me with Herbs, Accupuncture, Cupping and Dieting. My pain and mood has decreased drastically!
I felt better within my first visit to Dr. Kang by the second visit I absolutely knew I was on the track to recovery. I feel like traditional medicine has failed me in many ways, we are just treating the symptoms whereas DrKang is helping to treat the underlying cause for a better quality of life.
It’s really inspiring to come across and work under a doctor who has such high respect and integrity when it comes to patients and their well-being. I’ve gotten to meet a vast range of patients since working here, some who with the help of Dr. Kang, were able to maintain a good bill of health for years after treatment only having to return for check-ins and human tune-ups. It is such a rewarding experience working here and am delighted with every new patient encounter and I am proud to speak of all of the accolades gathered by Dr. Kang and welcoming them to her practice!
Dr. Kang helps me to feel more relaxed, sleep much better. I used to feel stiff and not sleep well. I love the cupping and the acupuncture. Highly recommend Dr. Yu Kang for any one seeking for holistic care. I will bring my friends and family to see her too. Thank you very much for the care.
Dr Kang is very thorough and concerns about her patients. She is very knowledgeable and considerate. Acupuncture is great, my husband who is 86 has gained stamina, more flexible. We love her!
I came to this office with shoulder and elbow pain, thinking acupuncture and cupping would help. Dr. Kang explained that she likes to treat the whole person, and also gave me a prescription for an herbal supplement and adjustments to my diet.My shoulder and elbow pain have improved, I sleep better at night, my knees feel less achy when going down stairs, and I’ve lost weight.Overall a great experience and I intend to continue treatments and lifestyle changes.
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