Biographies

Anna Palucci, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.

Anna Palucci, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M., is an experienced, licensed acupuncturist and is board certified in acupuncture and Chinese herbology.  She holds a Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is a graduate of the Chicago campus of the prestigious, San Diego-based Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Click here for PCOM Curriculum.

Anna continues to further her studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine and natural health by attending post-graduate classes, workshops and symposiums. Her areas of special interest are psychology, meditation, guided imagery and energy medicine.

In addition to her private practice, Anna has held positions at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine as Director of Clinical Services as an instructor and Clinical Supervisor in the Student Clinic.

Philosophy

As a practitioner of TCM, I involve not only, sound clinical information and methodology, but also my own personal creativity and intuition. The ability to understand a patient's health concerns and truly listening to them are the key elements of successful treatment. This requires the acknowledgement that an individual is the true expert on their own body and the imbalance which has prompted them to seek treatment. With this in mind, I become an informed guide and a compassionate witness to each person's unique health issues.

Our health care system is in a state of crisis prompting savvy health care consumers to seek out a more progressive medical system that provides them with the necessary tools to avoid dependence on harsh pharmaceuticals and the need for costly, invasive medical procedures. Preventative medicine is the cornerstone of TCM, employing time-tested, clinically proven modalities such as acupuncture, Chinese herbs, tuina (Chinese massage) qi gong and food therapy.

As more people are becoming directly involved in their own health and well-being, they are seeking practitioners who will work with them in a collaborative spirit. My focus is to educate and inform patients about myriad ways to optimize their acupuncture treatments, providing them with sound and practical ideas for maintaining their health.

Traditional Chinese Medicine is an ancient practice for modern times. I look forward to serving as a guide on your personal journey of continued health and vitality.

Tatyana Shafiro, L.Ac.

Tatyana Shafiro received her Master of Science degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York. Tatyana was born in the Far East region of Russia and grew up in the Ukraine, where she learned the benefits of alternative and preventative medicine from an early age. Her interest in Chinese Medicine and acupuncture developed during many years of practice as a massage therapist. Tatyana incorporates both traditional and modern bodywork techniques in her treatments.

Her understanding of energy is deepened by having an additional Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering. She integrates Western science and Eastern wisdom in helping her patients to develop a balanced and undisrupted mind-body connection. Tatyana always attempts to understand, encourage, educate and guide her patients during their healing process, so that they achieve balance in body, mind and spirit, prevent injury and attain a better quality of life.

Tatyana treats acute and chronic conditions including muscle-skeletal disorders, gastrointestinal problems as well as weight loss and detoxification, pain and stress management, allergies, gynecological disorders, infertility and many other common health issues.