Growing up, Nicole witnessed the profound impact of acupuncture and Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) on health and well-being, especially when her mother struggled with debilitating migraines. Despite numerous treatments, her mom found no relief until her granduncle, an acupuncturist, treated her. After just a few sessions, her mom’s chronic headaches simply disappeared. This early exposure to acupuncture and its effectiveness instilled a deep interest in the practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Coming from a family that valued TCM, Nicole was also immersed in practices like cupping for muscle pain and herbal brews for the managing her own menstrual cramps. These early experiences fueled her passion for preventive care and comprehensive healing methods. Nicole decided she would like to carry on the tradition, and work in a medical field that aims for full-body healing, rather than treating symptoms.

After earning a Master of Science Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine (MSTCM) from the University of East West Medicine, Nicole began practicing acupuncture and gained extensive experience helping patients with pain relief, fertility support, and overall health. Nicole initially focused on pain management, but over the last several years she has developed a strong interest in women’s health, particularly in fertility, PMS and menstrual pain.

Nicole is currently completing her Postgraduate Doctor of Acupuncture degree at Five Branches University. She is working hard and very committed to deepening her expertise and enhancing the patient care experience.

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Dr. Yvette Dellanini Ward DTCM, LAc., founder of Sage Wellness Center, began her work in Holistic Health Care and Mind-Body Medicine in 1991. She founded Sage Wellness Center in 2000. Yvette had no idea her passion for natural health would blossom into a thriving Integrative Wellness Center, supporting families of the Peninsula for over two decades. Yvette is honored to assist in the healing process and has dedicated herself to her life’s work, supporting those in need. Her commitment to advanced education, trainings and clinical experience has allowed her to become an expert in her field. Yvette is a licensed acupuncturist, herbalist and primary health care physician in California. Her clinical treatments focus on providing Western Science and Chinese Medicine, to form a holistic and integrative approach.

Yvette is currently continuing to expand her education with a Doctoral degree in TCM, with emphasis in Integrative Medicine, at Five Branches University in Santa Cruz, California. Yvette is a graduated of American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco where she received her Master of Science degree. She went on to became licensed by the State Board of California as an Acupuncturist, as well as the Nationally (NCCAOM), in both Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. In 2007 Yvette became one of the first acupuncturists to receive a specialty license blending Eastern and Western Reproductive Endocrinology Specialty (ABORM). Her undergraduate studies were in Psychology and Holistic Health at SFSU.

In Yvettes earlier years as an acupuncturist she traveled extensively to study with some of the greatest “Masters”. She had the opportunity to study Fertility Acupuncture with Randine Lewis – Author of The Infertility Cure, as well as Lifang Liang – Author of Acupuncture and IVF. She had the privilege to study with Miki Shima – Founder of Japanese Acupuncture Foundation, and the world renown Giovanni Macciocia – known for his research, writing and teaching of the Foundations of Chinese Medicine.

Over the years Yvette has established good working relationships with many local medical centers, physicians and fertility centers. She has spent time observing at local fertility centers and embryology labs. Yvette has hosted many workshops and classes in the education of Chinese Medicine, Natural Hormone Balancing and Stress Reduction. In her free time she loves spending time with her family, in nature or at the beach, hiking or gardening.

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Iris was born and raised in South Korea, where her early exposure to natural medicine sparked her interest. As she grew older, Iris found that acupuncture was particularly helpful in treating her chronic health issues, which further fueled her passion for natural medicine.

After completing her bachelor’s degree, Iris decided to pursue acupuncture as a career and immediately fell in love with this ancient medicine. In 2012 she obtained her Masters Degree with Honors in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Currently, she is pursuing her doctoral degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine.

Iris has diverse clinical experiences in different settings, including pain management, digestive disorders, headaches, sleep disorders, skin disorders, mental illness, and autoimmune disease.

However, her personal experience of overcoming infertility naturally with acupuncture and herbs ignited her passion for women’s health and fertility. As a former infertility warrior, Iris is dedicated to helping other couples have a baby and has decided to specialize in fertility health and women’s wellness.

When she is not working, Iris loves spending time outdoors and with her family, particularly with her two boys. Her favorite hobbies include reading good books, playing piano and tennis, gardening, and cooking new healthy recipes.

• PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome) Expert
• IVF and IUI support
• Miscarriage Prevention
• Prenatal and Postpartum Care
• Chronic illnesses that require medications frequently (Seasonal allergies, headaches, digestive disorders, UTI, etc.)

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