This question is often asked by the public. Here is my answer.
Go to www.nccaom.org to find a practitioner certified by the national board- National Certification for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. It allows you to search by zip code. Then read the bio and talk to the doctor to feel the connection before booking an appointment. A well-trained acupuncturist usually holds his or her clinic- meaning good reputation and established patients, certified as DipOM (diploma of Oriental Medicine, highest recognition by the board), combines all modalities under the scope of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), such as acupuncture, cupping, customized herbal prescriptions, and functional exercises such as meditation, and visualization…. He or she takes time to review your medical records and develops a care plan before treatment, explains what to expect, and provides sound advice. Your body is the most precious and only asset you own, find the right doctor who can help you for better health in 2025!