Acupuncture Northern Suburbs
Experienced, practical and personalised healthcare
Welcome to Coburg Chinese Medicine, an independent clinic on Sydney Road in Coburg, serving Brunswick, Pascoe Vale and Melbourne’s northern suburbs. I offer acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping and moxibustion, with treatment options discussed according to your needs and preferences.
What to expect at your first appointment · Fees & opening hours
What People Come to See Me About
I consider myself a generalist, and I see the breadth of my experience as a strength. People come to the clinic with a wide range of health concerns, including musculoskeletal pain, headaches and migraines, stress, digestive problems, hay fever, menstrual and reproductive health concerns, and while undergoing IVF treatment.
Some people have several health concerns or more complex medical histories, so I take a flexible approach rather than concentrating on one particular condition.
My approach is straightforward: listen carefully, understand what's going on and explain things clearly. Navigating healthcare can sometimes be confusing or overwhelming, and I'm happy to help patients make sense of medical information, discuss their options and understand how Chinese medicine might fit alongside their other healthcare.
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine services
I provide acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, dry needling, cupping and moxibustion. Treatment options are discussed according to your individual circumstances and preferences.
Acupuncture and dry needling
I practise traditional Chinese and Japanese acupuncture alongside contemporary techniques, including dry needling and electroacupuncture, using sterile, single-use needles.
Learn more about acupuncture | Dry needling
Chinese herbal medicine
I prescribe Chinese herbal medicines and maintain an on-site dispensary offering raw herbs and prepared formulations.
Learn more about Chinese herbal medicine
Cupping and moxibustion
The clinic also offers dry cupping, wet cupping (hijama) and moxibustion, either separately or alongside acupuncture where appropriate.
What to expect at your first appointment
What is an acupuncture treatment like?
I begin by asking about your main health concerns, how long you've had them and how they affect your everyday life. We may also talk about other aspects of your health, including your sleep, activities, energy levels and any other aches or pains.
Depending on your circumstances, I may examine your pulse or abdomen as part of my assessment. I'll then explain the treatment I'm proposing, answer your questions and discuss any relevant risks or alternatives before proceeding with your consent.
During acupuncture, I insert fine, sterile, single-use needles at selected points on the body. The needles are generally left in place for around 10–20 minutes, although this varies according to the treatment. Sometimes I may ask you to change position so I can use additional acupuncture points.
Depending on your needs, we may also discuss cupping, moxibustion or dry needling. I'll explain the options and we can decide together what is appropriate for you.
A small clinic with a personal approach
Coburg Chinese Medicine is a single-practitioner clinic, so you'll see me at each appointment rather than moving between different practitioners. I value that continuity and the opportunity it provides to get to know patients over time. You can read more about my background and approach to care if you'd like to know more about the practitioner you'll be seeing.
Keeping the clinic small also allows me to maintain reasonable consultation fees. Evening appointments are available during the working week, with current availability shown in the online booking calendar.
Affordable acupuncture in Coburg | Fees and opening hours
Healthcare that respects individual needs
One of the things I enjoy about practising in Coburg is the diversity of people who attend the clinic. My patients come from many different cultural and religious backgrounds, work in a wide range of occupations and have different levels of education, health knowledge and experience with traditional medicine. I believe good healthcare starts with recognising these differences and taking the time to understand what's important to each person.
I regularly work with Muslim patients, including people who have particular concerns about modesty, clothing or exposing areas of the body during treatment. Where clinically appropriate, I can adjust acupuncture point selection, positioning, draping or other aspects of treatment. As part of the consultation, we can discuss additional or alternative approaches that suitably reflect your individual needs and requirements.
The same consideration extends to people with disabilities, previous difficult healthcare experiences, personal boundaries or other needs that influence how they prefer to receive care. My aim is to provide respectful, collaborative healthcare, with clear explanations and informed consent throughout.
Coburg Chinese Medicine welcomes and supports people from all backgrounds, including members of our LGBTI community.
Read more about LGBTQIA+ inclusive care
Qualifications and registration
I hold a Bachelor of Health Science in Acupuncture and a Master of Applied Science in Chinese Herbal Medicine. I'm registered with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia as an acupuncturist, Chinese herbal medicine practitioner and Chinese herbal dispenser.
I've also undertaken further professional training in Japanese acupuncture, moxibustion and Chinese medicine, and continue to undertake professional development.
Acupuncture for Melbourne's northern suburbs
Coburg Chinese Medicine is located at 197 Sydney Road, Coburg, and welcomes patients from across Melbourne's inner and northern suburbs, including Brunswick, Pascoe Vale, Pascoe Vale South, Coburg North, Preston, Thornbury, Fawkner, Glenroy, Reservoir and surrounding areas.
The clinic is accessible by public transport, including the Route 19 tram and the Upfield railway line.
Book an appointment at Coburg Chinese Medicine
If you'd like to arrange an appointment, you can book online or telephone me with any questions about the services available.
Coburg Chinese Medicine
197 Sydney Road, Coburg VIC 3058
Telephone: (03) 9041 6569
