
Ms. Michelle K Whittaker LAC
Acupuncturist
315 Ne Bryant St Portland OR, 97211About
Michelle Whittaker is an acupuncturist practicing in Portland, OR. Dr. Whittaker 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. Whittaker treats the patients condition. Many of the bodys systems respond to acupuncture, and it can treat physical pain as well as emotional stress.
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4805 NE GLISAN STREET PORTLAND OR 97213