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    Beth Schiffman, L.Ac FABORM
    Acupuncturist, Herbalist

     

    Beth Schiffman has an M.S. in Traditional Chinese Medicine, from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM). She is an ABORM Fellow, and is board-certified to treat infertility.

    She and her team of practitioners focus on internal medicine with emphasis on reproductive health for both men and women.

    Her passion is reproductive health, and she manages the NorCal Fertility Group, which is a specialized group of Fertility Acupuncturists dedicated to serving the Bay area. She also studies Mandarin Chinese.

    Beth has a B.A. in Political Science with emphasis in Global Peace and Security. She studied International Relations and worked on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. She was sent to South Korea on a student diplomatic program sponsored by The Asia Pacific Foundation.



  • Dr. Jack Bourla
    Chiropractor

     

    Dr. Jack Bourla is a 1997 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic West, where he graduated as Valedictorian of his class, and was the recipient of numerous academic awards and scholarships. Dr. Bourla has worked as a University lecturer in Biology, as a family planning counselor, as an administrator at Stanford, and as Director of Scientific Operations for a large biotech company.

    As a practicing Chiropractor, Dr. Bourla works with his patients to help optimize their well-being by maintaining a healthy spine and nervous system. Combining chiropractic care with acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, therapeutic massage and nutrition offers patients a comprehensive approach to health and longevity.



  • Carla Galaz, CMT
    Massage Therapist

     

    Carla has been with Many Lives Chinese Medicine for over seven years. She has training in a wide spectrum of modalities, allowing her to tailor her massage to the specific needs of each client. She uses broad strokes and works with a hot stones to deepen the massage.

    Gentle Shiatsu stretching is used to help to stimulate rehabilitation and bring forth a healthy balance. Carla’s massage style is designed to help with complicated muscular issues, severe muscle tightness, stress relief, and to improve range of motion.


    Eunice Kan, L.Ac., Dipl.O.M.
    Acupuncturist, Herbalist

     

    Eunice Kan is a California licensed and national board certified (NCCAOM) acupuncturist and herbalist. She has practiced in a wide-range of hospital and clinical settings.  She has also completed advanced clinical training at Zhe Jiang University hospitals in Hang Zhou, China, with rotations in TCM internal medicine, dermatology, gynecology, pediatric and acupuncture departments. She holds a four-year M.S. from American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a B.A. from University of California, San Diego.

    Eunice specializes in women’s health/fertility, orthopedic/sports acupuncture, pain management, facial rejuvenation/dermatology and pediatrics.



  • Trish Cohen
    Front Office Wizard

     

    Trish is a consultant with Many Lives. Trish assists the clinis with special projects and with the insurance billing.   She is also a Board Member of the Professional Ballet School and is also very active in her church.

  • Contact Many Lives
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    “Beth’s treatment was instrumental in helping me complete my family. She provided tremendous support on both a physical and emotional level. For that I am eternally grateful.” — A. F., Palo Alto, CA

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