Phavikone Sundara ACUPUNCTURIST
Acupuncturist
12911 SE Kent Kangley Rd Kent WA, 98030About
In addition to earning a Public Diploma in Traditional Acupuncture in Paris, Dr. Phavikone Sundara was nationally certified and designated a Diplomate in Acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. He is also licensed as an East Asian Medicine Practitioner by the Washington State Department of Health. Phavi speaks French, Lao and Thai and has studied with some of the finest masters of acupuncture and considers himself an expert. He will work with your medical doctor, chiropractor, massage therapist, naturopath or other health expert(s) you trust to help you achieve maximum health.
Education and Training
FL Inst Trad Chinese Medicine Diploma 2002
Bastyr University Facial Rejuvenation Stmt of Cr 2007
Faculté Libre Médecine Naturel Master Degree in TCM 1992
Board Certification
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Provider Details
Phavikone Sundara ACUPUNCTURIST's Expert Contributions
Does acupuncture treat acid reflux?
Acupuncture with. herbs, and sometimes massage, is very helpful with GI problems. It can take a series of sessions depending on the severity of your acid reflux. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with stomach issues?
Acupuncture with herbs, and sometimes massage, can be very effective with GI problems gradually. I suggest you try it for your stomach issues. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with chronic sinusitis?
Acupuncture with herbs and sometimes massage can help you get relief or even get rid of your chronic sinusitis. READ MORE
Is acupuncture good for sinus problems?
Acupuncture with herbs and sometimes massage, can can bring relief or even get rid of chronic sinusitis and other sinus problems. READ MORE
How many sessions of acupuncture do you need for neck pain?
Acupuncture with massage and. herbs can treat and relieve your neck pain gradually. The number of sessions will depend on the severity. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with blocked arteries?
Acupuncture with massage and herbs can help unblock your arteries. I also suggest you avoid cold foods and drinks. READ MORE
Is acupuncture safe for your health?
Yes. Acupuncture is very good for health. Acupuncture with herbs, and sometimes massage, is very helpful for treating someone with chronic fatigue. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help respiratory problems?
Yes. Acupuncture with cupping, herbs, and sometimes massage work well for respiratory problems. READ MORE
How quickly does acupuncture work for back pain?
Acupuncture with massage and. herbs can treat and relieve your back pain gradually. The number of sessions will depend on the severity. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
Can acupuncture relieve my back pain?
Acupuncture with massage and. herbs can treat and relieve your back pain gradually. The number of sessions will depend on the severity. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
How long does acupuncture take to work for sciatica?
Acupuncture, massage and herbs can help relieve sciatica problems. The amount of sessions needed depend on the sessions frequency and severity of your sciatica. READ MORE
What is the success rate of acupuncture for quitting smoking?
If you have the desire and willingness to quit smoking, acupuncture can help a lot. Because of the variables, I believe the success rate is a bit more than 50%. READ MORE
How long does it take to fix a bulging disc?
Using the modalities of acupuncture, massage and herbs will work together to treat your bulging disc. I cannot give you an exact number of sessions needed, but you can see how you feel after a couple of sessions. The amount of time needed will depend on the severity of your bulging disc. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with ringing in the ears?
Yes. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), ringing in the ear suggests you have a kidney deficiency. Acupuncture and herbs should help you out gradually. READ MORE
Can acupuncture lower creatinine?
I suggest you try acupuncture with massage and herbs for 2-3 times a week for at least 8-12 sessions. Then go and have your level checked by your doctor. This should be enough sessions to see if there is improvement. READ MORE
Can acupuncture heal anxiety?
Yes. Acupuncture with herbs, and sometimes massage, can treat and help relieve anxieties, stress and depression. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
Is acupuncture good for pneumonia?
Acupuncture with cupping, herbs, and sometimes massage works well for pneumonia and also the common cold. READ MORE
Does acupuncture help with blood circulation?
Yes. Acupuncture with massage and herbs will. help you with your Qi "Chi" which will help your blood circulation. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
How many acupuncture treatments are good for chronic back pain?
Acupuncture with massage and. herbs can treat and relieve your chronic back pain gradually. The number of sessions will depend on the severity. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
Does acupuncture fix chronic pain?
Acupuncture with massage and. herbs can treat and relieve your chronic neck pain gradually. The number of sessions will depend on the severity. I suggest you try it. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Recognized for performing the most clinic hours in his graduating class 2002 Florida Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Certificate of Achievement for graduating with the highest honors 2002 Florida Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Professional Memberships
- Washington Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Association
Treatments
- Massage and Herbs
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work, years of experience, and being trained by the very best doctors of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.
Awards
- Master's level program in Oriental Medicine approved by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. This required a minimum of 2,900 hours of supervised instruction.
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Florida
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