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Herbal medicine

Herbal Medicine

Chinese herbal medicine is individualized within a Traditional Chinese Medicine plan. Your practitioner can guide formula selection, discuss available forms, and explain how herbal care may fit with acupuncture and your broader care.

New patients can book an appointment directly. If you prefer, choose an optional, free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Kao.

Questions before you begin
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Individualized formulas

Customized multi-herb formulas may be part of a whole-person TCM approach. Formula selection depends on your assessment and care plan.

Forms and practitioner guidance

Formulas may be dispensed as powdered granules, capsules, or tablets. Your practitioner can help you understand the selected form and how it fits your plan.

A coordinated TCM plan

Herbal medicine may be combined with acupuncture and other TCM care. Share your current medications and supplements so your practitioner can provide appropriate guidance; product availability and quality can vary by supplier.

What to expect from care

Care begins with a conversation about your history, current concerns, goals, and existing treatment. Your practitioner will explain possible approaches and invite questions. Complementary care is not a substitute for urgent, medical, or mental-health services when those are needed, and no individual medical advice is provided on this page.

For fertility, pregnancy, diagnostic, or ongoing medical concerns, share relevant information with your qualified medical clinicians so care can be coordinated appropriately.

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Questions welcome

Before your visit.

How may herbal formulas be dispensed?

Formulas may be offered as powdered granules, capsules, or tablets. Your practitioner can discuss which form fits your plan.

Can herbal medicine be part of a broader TCM plan?

Yes. Herbal medicine may be part of a TCM approach and may be combined with acupuncture under practitioner guidance.

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New patients can book an appointment directly. If you prefer, choose an optional, free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Kao.

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