Dr. Darlene Button, DC, MAc

Expert Publications

• Determination of DNA content of aquatic bacteria by flow cytometry.
• Experimental and theoretical bases of specific affinity, a cytoarchitecture-based formulation of nutrient collection proposed to supercede the Michaelis-Menten paradigm of microbial kinetics.
• Interactions between marine bacteria and dissolved-phase and beached hydrocarbons after the Exxon Valdez oil spill.
• Dissolved hydrocarbons and related microflora in a fjordal seaport: sources, sinks, concentrations, and kinetics.
• Evidence for a terpene-based food chain in the gulf of alaska.
• Modulation of affinity of a marine pseudomonad for toluene and benzene by hydrocarbon exposure.
• Toluene induction and uptake kinetics and their inclusion in the specific-affinity relationship for describing rates of hydrocarbon metabolism.
• Biochemical basis for whole-cell uptake kinetics: specific affinity, oligotrophic capacity, and the meaning of the michaelis constant.
• Viability and isolation of marine bacteria by dilution culture: theory, procedures, and initial results.
• Isolation of Typical Marine Bacteria by Dilution Culture: Growth, Maintenance, and Characteristics of Isolates under Laboratory Conditions.
• Determination of bacterial biomass from flow cytometric measurements of forward light scatter intensity.
• The physical base of marine bacterial ecology.
• Competition between heterotrophic and autotrophic microplankton for dissolved nutrients.
• On describing microbial growth kinetics from continuous culture data: Some general considerations, observations, and concepts.
• Characterizing aquatic bacteria according to population, cell size, and apparent DNA content by flow cytometry.

Media Releases

Leading Acupuncturist in Metamora and Plymouth, Michigan, Redefines Patient Care Through Spirit-First Healing

In a groundbreaking approach to healthcare, Dr. Darlene Button is transforming the way patients experience healing at her private practice in Metamora and Plymouth, Michigan. As a licensed acupuncturist and advocate of non-dualistic healthcare, her unique philosophy centers around the belief that the energy of healing is interconnected with one’s authentic self.

Dr. Button’s practice encompasses a range of disciplines, including acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, and facilitated equine experiential learning, all aimed at guiding patients towards functioning from their true selves. With a deep understanding that true wellness stems from addressing the spirit first, she emphasizes the importance of reconnecting with lost aspects of oneself to achieve holistic health.

“Much as horses are able to help you with non-verbal communication because they take in the world and all of its stimuli as a whole and not separately, I see you as whole, and I help you to see what you have lost on your path through life and help you to recapture it. This helps evolve the wholeness that most of us see as health.”

Specializing in Five Element Acupuncture, Dr. Button offers a holistic approach to patient care that is tailored to individual needs across all age groups. Her expertise extends to Craniosacral Therapy, Cupping, Gua Sha, Herbal Medicine, and Moxibustion, providing a comprehensive array of treatments to promote balance and vitality.

With certifications from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and Horse Spirit Connections, Dr. Button brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her practice. Her background in psychology and literature/writing further enriches her diagnostic and treatment strategies, offering patients a well-rounded and integrative approach to healthcare.

By viewing patients as whole beings and guiding them towards rediscovering their authentic selves, Dr. Darlene Button is reshaping the landscape of healthcare in Michigan. Through her innovative methods and commitment to spirit-first healing, she is empowering individuals to embark on a journey towards wholeness and well-being.

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