Synthesis Medicine provides advanced, evidence-based acupuncture treatments designed for pain relief, support with complex conditions, and reproductive health and fertility.

Conveniently located right off the I-580 Harrison/Oakland Avenue exit, the clinic is a quick 3-minute drive from the Grand Lake Farmers Market, Piedmont Avenue and Adams Point. The acupuncture clinic is ADA compliant, wheelchair accessible, and has a free parking lot.

Acupuncture treatments often include Cupping, Moxibustion, Tui Na, or Craniosacral Therapy.

As a patient, you will receive supportive Diet and Lifestyle therapeutics based in Clinical Ayurveda, and Chinese Herbal Medicine recommendations as appropriate.

For those of you who are not local, you are welcome to schedule a virtual Ayurvedic Consultation which includes Integrative Herbal medicine with Diet and Lifestyle therapeutics.

Members of your whole family may seek treatment for:

Pain Relief
Fertility & Reproductive Health
Sleep, Stress, & Fatigue
Emotional Resilience
Immune System Balance including Autoimmune Support
Neurological Conditions
Cancer Treatment Support
Digestive Conditions
Facial (Cosmetic) Acupuncture
Comfortable, Graceful Aging

Heather Vaughan, L.Ac, MSOM, C.Ay, CYT, is a graduate of the Institute of Clinical Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Honolulu, Hawaii, the Ayurvedic Institute, & Clinical Herbal Medicine program at the University of New Mexico.

Testimonials

Shoulder Pain & Mobility

"I sought out Synthesis Medicine for treatment to address chronic shoulder pain and mobility issues. After several treatments, my pain was alleviated, mobility was increased, and my flexibility started to return.

My care was conducted with professionalism, empathy, patience, and understanding. I would highly recommend Synthesis Medicine to anyone that is considering acupuncture and alternative healing modalities.

Thank you for all that you have done for me."

- Roy P.

Acupuncture

East Bay - Oakland

Blending Japanese Style with Gentle Needle Insertion Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Auricular and Neuroacupuncture, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture, & Trigger Point Release (sometimes known as Dry Needling).

Acupuncture appointments may also include cupping, moxabustion, tui na (bodywork), and application of therapeutic herbal liniments.

Integrative Chinese Herbal Medicine

East Bay - Oakland or Virtual

Integrative Herbal Medicine Sessions are offered virtually.

Herbal recommendations include Chinese Herbs, Ayurvedic Herbs, Western Herbs, and Supplements.

Clinical Ayurveda

Oakland or Virtual

Virtual Clinical Ayurveda sessions include diet, lifestyle, and herbal medicine.

Excellent for chronic disease management, digestive health, and a multitude of other conditions.

Craniosacral Therapy

Oakland - East Bay

Craniosacral Therapy is a light touch form of bodywork that deeply regulates the nervous system, in turn allowing the body to engage in natural healing process.

Available as a stand-alone treatment or as an add on to acupuncture treatment for adults.