Buckhead Acupuncture and Herbal Center

read moreThe Classical Chinese explanation is that energy (Qi) flows in channels (meridians) throughout the body and over its surfaces. These channels are rivers of energy which are referred to as meridians. The Chinese have identified 71 meridians in the human body, which is a basic energy map for all people. The meridians are often compared to a series of interconnected highways. Each of the major organs in the body is associated with its own meridian. Through the network of meridians the internal organs are connected to certain areas and parts of the body including the muscles, bones, joints, and also other organs.

The Chinese believe that health is a manifestation of balance, both within the body itself and between the body and the external environment. When the body is internally balanced and in harmony with the external environment, Qi flows smoothly through the meridians to nourish the organs and tissues. If an obstruction occurs in one of the meridians, the Qi is disrupted and cannot flow properly. When the Qi cannot flow smoothly or is forced to flow in the opposite direction, the bodys innate balance is disrupted and illness results.

Acupuncture points are the specific points on the meridians where the Qi is both concentrated and accessible. Acupuncture engages the Qi by inserting needles at these specific points, the goal being to restore the proper flow of Qi.As the body regains its natural balance, well-being returns.

read moreI started seeing Mark in 2020 as I was trying to get pregnant. Being a bit older I understood the challenges & that it may take longer but I still wanted to try naturally. I met with Mark weekly for acupuncture & he placed me on Chinese herbs to help with various things. I definitely felt better and saw some improvements with my cycle. Towards the end of the year I decided to take time off from treatment, and voila! I fell pregnant naturally! I really feel the acupuncture & herbs were key & highly recommend Mark: he has a great bedside manner, is very knowledgeable & listens. Now that I am 5 months pregnant Ive seen Mark a few times & after a few more acupuncture sessions Im sleeping better & am not experiencing the hip aches that Im sure come with pregnancy.

read moreI started seeing Kelly in September of 2019 after several miscarriages and trouble getting pregnant. I was also caring for my terminally ill mother at the time. Kelly was amazing. I love that acupuncture is about full body balance and healing. I certainly feel that the grief and anxiety I was experiencing while losing my mother was a key factor in my infertility.

In late November of 2019 my mother passed, and in early December I found out I was Pregnant. I continued to see Kelly through my first 16 weeks of pregnancy. In September 2020 (when I was 42 weeks pregnant 😅) I went back to use Accupuncture for induction so I could experience an unmedicated childbirth. Less than 10 hours later, I met my little baby girl.

I highly recommend Accupuncture for general health.

read moreI can't recommend Mark enough. I saw him for about a year for an infertility issue that seemed hopeless. I was able to see progress during treatment through working in tandem with Shady Grove Fertility (Dr. Namnoum). Now I have a healthy happy baby girl! She really is a miracle and I am so thankful I gave acupuncture a try!

read moreI had the pleasure of working with Dr. Cathy Cai during the months I was in Atlanta from Los Angeles and needing an acupuncturist during my stay. What was immediately refreshing is that she sat down with me to go over why I came in, what I needed help with, and how to get there. She truly listened and remembered things about my body and energy in our sessions to come. I had severe carpal tunnel syndrome, depression and anxiety following months of isolation, and inflammation that Dr. Cathy not only treated, but allowed for a smooth transition back to health. I am so glad I chose to continue my weekly treatments while in Atlanta. During the course of treatment, she would also educate me on which meridians were sensitive and what each needle was in place for. I learned so much on how our bodies are integrated systems, not separated into neat compartments, but rather a network of connectivity. Thank you, Dr. Cathy, for getting me back in balance and for your healing and kind touch.

read moreSimply wonderful! Heres my story and I hope it encourages women struggling with fertility to seek Marks care. I was told by numerous OB GYNs that it would be extremely difficult for me to have a child of my own. My egg supply was considered incredibly low (5 follicles total) and I had an undetectable AMH. I had tried rounds of Clomid to no avail. I went through a very expensive IVF treatment at a prestigious facility in Colorado in which they were unable to retrieve any healthy eggs. Zero eggs. I was newly married and devastated so I decided to try acupuncture. I started going to Mark in July 2017 on a weekly basis and within six months got pregnant. I am proud to say I have a healthy little boy. I am forever grateful to Mark for his kindness, continued care and support throughout my journey.

read moreSaw Kelly for my pregnancy and couldnt be happy with the care received. Her treatments in my first trimester helped with nausea and vomiting and then reduced third trimester ailments such as swelling. Could not have made it through the pregnancy without her support!

read moreI have been suffering of terrible migraines for years, (at least 8 years, and the episodes were at least twice a week); every time I would go to the doctor, thy would give me a bunch of medicines, that would help with the pain, but it wouldnt really help to prevent it, actually, with the years it got worst, adding to the migraines a terrible stomach pain because of so much pills I was taking.
I was researching about acupuncture, and I was very nervous to try it, but I am so glad I did, especially at this place. First the place is super clean, plus, all the measures taken now with covid; really nice and polite people, and the best thing, its been almost 3 months now that I dont have a headache, not even a low one. Sure, I had to go to numerous sessions, but it was completely worth it; so definitely if I could give them more than 5 stars, I would.
I am extremely gratefull to them, especially to Kelly.

read moreI found Mark after repeated pregnancy loss. His knowledge of eastern and western medicine as it relates to fertility was extremely helpful and reassuring. He is well versed in a variety of fertility issues and understands how Chinese medicine works in conjunction with recommendations from an obgyn or perinatalogist in my case. He is into continuing education and is well networked with others in his field. He was always available by text or phone and checked in throughout our entire treatment plan. I am now holding my 3 month old baby girl and will be forever grateful to Mark for helping to get her here. I plan to use him again for when we go to have our second child.