
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
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David Chen L.Ac., SME's Expert Contributions
What helps with insomnia?
Good afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Acupuncture, Chinese medicine, and western medicine can all help insomnia. 3. For western medicine please contact your family doctor. For acupuncture and Chinese medicine, please contact your acupuncturist. 4. If you shall have any questions, please contact my office at (562) 698-3008. Happy Thanksgiving. David READ MORE
Can you help with blood pressure issues?
Good afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Acupuncture and chinese medicine can help blood pressure issues. Please talk to your acupuncturist or your family physician. 3. If you have any questions please feel free to contact my office at (562) 698-3008. David READ MORE
How long is the treatment for chronic back pain?
Acupuncture is good for treating chronic back pain, usually, it takes from 4-10 treatments. Chronic back pain can be caused by different problems. Therefore, you need to talk to your acupuncturist to find out the exact number of treatments needed. READ MORE
Can chronic knee pain be fixed?
Chronic knee pain can be fixed via acupuncture treatment most of the time. You need to talk to your acupuncturist for further information. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help disc hernia pain?
Good-afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Acupuncture does help pain caused by disc herniation. Please contact your acupuncturist for further information. 3. If you shall have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (562)698-3008. David READ MORE
Can ear infections be cured naturally?
. Most of the time ear infections cannot be cured naturally. You should consult your family doctor immediately. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help lower back pain?
Acupuncture does help the lower back, usually acupuncture treatment requires 2 times a week for 3 weeks and then another evaluation will be given. Low back pain has 5 different diagnoses, please talk to your acupuncturist for further discussion. READ MORE
How often should you get acupuncture for leg pain?
Good afternoon, 1. Received, thank you. 2. Customary acupuncture for leg pain 3 times a week for 2 weeks and then another evaluation. Please also talk to your acupuncturist. 3. If you shall have any questions feel free to call me at (562) 698-3008. Have a nice weekend, David READ MORE
Is acupuncture effective for hip pain?
Acupuncture is extremely effective for hip pain. I suggest that you contact your family doctor to eliminate certain causes of hip pain, i.e. tumor, cancer, disc herniation, then consult with your acupuncturist. READ MORE
Can you help with elbow pain?
Acupuncture and Chinese medicine do help the elbow pain. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help muscle knots?
Good afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Acupuncture does help muscle knots, but muscle knots can be caused by different abnormalities. You need to talk to your acupuncturist to check it and go from there. 3. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me at (562) 698-3008. Thank you. David READ MORE
Can acupuncture help headaches?
Good afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Acupuncture does help headaches but again headaches has 5 differentiations. One of them is high blood pressure. You need to talk to your family doctor or your acupuncturist to make sure the headaches are not caused by hypertension and acupuncture will benefit you. 3. If you shall have any questions please feel free to contact me at (562)698-3008. David READ MORE
Can migraines be fixed with medications?
Good afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Migraines can be fixed with medication, but please contact your family doctor for further information. 3. Acupuncture and chinese herbal medicine can also fix migraines. Please contact your acupuncture practitioner. 4. If you shall have any questions please feel free to contact me at (562) 698-3008. David READ MORE
What treatment is good for migraines?
Good afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Western medicine, Chinese medicine, acupuncture is all effective to treat migraines. 3. Please talk to your family doctor or your acupuncturist to find out which method is best for your condition. 4. If you shall have any questions, please feel free to call me at (562) 698-3008. David READ MORE
How long does it take for acupuncture to work on back pain?
Acupuncture does help back pain. Usually, it takes from 2 to 6 treatments to see the results, because lower back pain has 5 differentiations it might take longer. READ MORE
Does acupuncture help back nerve pain?
Acupuncture does help the back nerve pain, but please also contact your acupuncturist or your family doctor to make sure the back nerve pain is not caused by some situation that needs other kind of treatment, ie. a tumor, or severe herniation. READ MORE
What pressure point relieves a headache?
There are a couple of sets of healing points to relieve the headache. It all depends on which part of your head hurts ie: temple area E.G. 4, G.B. 34, frontal headache STO 36, LI 11, back of the neck area UB 40 60. Headaches might be caused by different reasons. Your best solution is to contact your family doctor or your acupuncturist to find out the real cause and avoid complications. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with respiratory issues?
Good-afternoon, 1. Received. Thank you. 2. Acupuncture will help respiratory problem. Please contact your family doctor or your acupuncturist to make sure there's no complications of your respiratory problem. If you shall have any questions, please feel free to call me at (562)698-3008. David READ MORE
Can acupuncture help with chronic sinusitis?
Acupuncture will work well for chronic sinusitis. READ MORE
Can acupuncture help lower back pain?
Good afternoon, 1. Noted, thank you. 2. Yes, acupuncture will help lower back pain, but talk to your acupuncturist or your family doctor to make sure there's no other complications causing the lower back problem. 3. 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.
14632 Whittier Boulevard -Whittier, CA 90605Get Direction
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