David Chen L.Ac., SME
Acupuncturist
14632 Whittier Boulevard Whittier CA, 90605About
David Chen is an acupuncturist practicing in Whittier, CA. Dr. Chen evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history and looking at and touching the body. Then, they place very fine acupuncture needles into specific points on the body. Stimulating these points and nerves is how Dr. Chen treats the patients condition. Many of the body's systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress. Dr. Chen has been practicing since 1978. The goal of our office is to provide the best services and the most affordable cost.
Education and Training
National Defense Medical College Field Surgeon 1968
International Acupuncture College L.Ac., DOM 1974
Provider Details
David Chen L.Ac., SME's Expert Contributions
Can arthritis knee pain be treated with acupuncture?
Good afternoon, Acupuncture can really help arthritis. David READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with chronic pain?
Good afternoon, Acupuncture does help chronic pain, but talk to your acupuncture practitioner because the length of treatment depends on the patient's chief complaint. David READ MORE
How long does it take for acupuncture to work for anxiety?
Good afternoon, Acupuncture does work for anxiety, how long it takes depends on the severity of anxiety. Usually, you should start seeing the results within 4-5 treatments. Thank you, David READ MORE
What are the side effects of acupuncture?
Good morning, Acupuncture has no side or after effects when performed by a licensed practitioner. David READ MORE
Why does acupuncture help fertility?
Acupuncture does help infertility by adjusting the whole body function and energy to increase the chance of pregnancy. David READ MORE
Acupuncture and depression?
Good morning, Acupuncture does really work for depression. Depression alone has 5 differentiations, talk to your acupuncturist. David READ MORE
What are the negative side effects of acupuncture?
Good afternoon, Acupuncture treatment does not have side effects by itself if you go to a licensed practitioner. The key point is you have to find a practitioner to make a right diagnosis, just like any form of medicine. David READ MORE
Does acupuncture work for mental illness?
Good afternoon, Acupuncture works for mental illness. Please talk to your acupuncturist. David READ MORE
Can acupuncture be dangerous?
Good morning, Acupuncture is good for your back pain. If you go to see a licensed practitioner, you should not have any danger. David READ MORE
Is there evidence that acupuncture works?
Yes, there is evidence that acupuncture works. You can get online find UC Irvine Medical School website, UCLA, USC Medical School website, they have a lot of research report to prove that acupuncture works for certain problems. Take care, David READ MORE
Can vertigo be treated with acupuncture?
Good morning, Acupuncture can work good with vertigo. David READ MORE
Where are acupuncture needles placed for migraines?
Good morning, Migraine headache has 4 differentiations. Every differentiation has different control points. You need to talk to your acupuncture practitioner. David READ MORE
Does acupressure for weight loss work?
Good afternoon, 1. Acupuncture does really work for weight control, but not 100%. 2. Please contact your acupuncturist to discuss. David READ MORE
Does acupuncture help with depression?
Good afternoon, Yes, acupuncture does help depression but talk to your acupuncturist too. David READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with migraines?
Yes, acupuncture will help migraines. Have a great day, David READ MORE
When should you get acupuncture for fertility?
Good afternoon, Acupuncture can really help infertility. You need to talk to your OB/GYN and your acupuncturist to arrange the most suitable time to receive acupuncture therapy for infertility. Have a great day, David Chen, L.Ac. S.M.E. READ MORE
What can be treated with acupuncture?
Good afternoon, Acupuncture can treat anxiety with good results. Anxiety in Chinese medicine has 5 different diagnoses. Your practitioner will do the differentiation, classify, and treat accordingly. David READ MORE
Does acupuncture actually work?
Good afternoon, According to the medical evidence and documentation, acupuncture does really work for anemia, but make sure you talk to your practitioner first. David READ MORE
How does acupuncture relieve pain?
Good afternoon, For an acupuncturist to treat a patient he/she need to find out the cause of pain and then treat it accordingly. Acupuncture treatment can also bring the inflammation down and relieve spasms. Good Luck! David READ MORE
Does acupuncture hurt the first time?
Good morning, In a skillful practitioner's hands, patients receiving acupuncture should not experience pain at any time except in very few tender spots. During the treatment, you may experience some numbness or soreness, which is an indication of the treatment working. David READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Awards
- Resolution 2018 California Assembly
- Outstanding 40 year Service 2017 City of Whittier
- Volunteer Work 2017 World Journal
- Outstanding service as President 2017 United Acupuncture Association
- Outstanding teaching professor for USC residency 2017 USC PIH
- Certificate of recognition for contribution in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine 2017 California Assembly
- Volunteer International Buddhist Progress Society 2016 Hsi Lai Temple
- Patient Choice Winner 2015 Opencare
- Dedication in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine 2010 United States Congress
- Volunteer Award 2008 YMCA Whittier
- Services to the Community 2007 LA County
- National Leadership Award 2006 United States Congress
- Commencement Speaker 2006 Southern California University of Health Science
- Outstanding Professor 2006 Rio Honda College
- Outstanding Services 2003 Engineer Board, State of California
- Volunteer Work 2000 Norwalk High School
- Outstanding teaching professor for USC residency 1998 USC PIH
- Volunteer Work 1995 Costa Mesa Senior Center
- Outstanding Services as Expert Witness 1995 San Bernardino's District Attorney's Office
- Outstanding Service on Acupuncture Board 1994 Governor Pete Wilson
- Outstanding Service to the Acupuncture Board Profession and Public 1991 State of California Acupuncture Commitee
- Outstanding Services 1987 Who's Who Historic Society
Professional Memberships
- United Acupuncture Association
David Chen L.Ac., SME's Practice location
CA Scientific Acupuncture Medical Center Inc.
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