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Healing Through Acupuncture

Although not part of the traditional Western medicine regime, acupuncture can be helpful in the healing process of a patient. In this podcast, Dr. Falk speaks with Dr. Wunian Chen, an acupuncturist and Chinese medicine physician. Also participating in the discussion is vasculitis patient Dianne. Kidney patients, vasculitis patients, or any patient might find this conversation helpful. Topics include: What is traditional Chinese therapy? How can acupuncture fit into a treatment plan for a patient? How soon will patients see results from acupuncture? Are there side effects from acupuncture? How should Western and Chinese doctors communicate with each other? Click here to visit a related podcast on integrating traditional and complementary medicine
	Dr. Ron Falk, Director, UNC Kidney Center

	Dr. Wunian Chen, Acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine physician

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