Meet the Experts Behind ACA

At ACA Acupuncture and Wellness, our team is dedicated to bringing holistic healing and balance to every patient we serve. With a shared passion for Traditional Chinese Medicine and a commitment to excellence, our practitioners provide compassionate, results-driven care tailored to each individual. Backed by years of experience and ongoing education, we strive to make a difference—one treatment at a time. Discover the team that makes ACA a trusted name in holistic wellness.

Our Acupuncturists in
Washington Heights Location

Yanzhu Liu

Yanzhu Liu

Dr. Yanzhu Liu is a highly respected expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with over 35 years of clinical experience. He is a professor and PhD supervisor at Shandong University of TCM and formerly an associate research scientist at Columbia University. Holding an MD/PhD from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, China’s top medical institution, Dr. Liu has made significant contributions to both clinical practice and biomedical research.

With over 13 years of research in atherosclerosis, he completed postdoctoral training at Tsinghua University and conducted studies at Columbia University on hyperlipidemia and arterial disease. Dr. Liu holds multiple patents, including one for an atherosclerosis treatment and four for AI-driven medical devices. His innovative AI acupoint detection technology has significantly improved treatments for chronic pain, arthritis, sports injuries, stroke-related conditions, cancer-related symptoms, and eye disorders.

As the chief editor of Internal Medicine – Chinese Medicine and a contributor to five medical books, Dr. Liu continues to pioneer integrative medicine. His unique abdominal acupuncture technique has proven highly effective for stubborn conditions, providing patients with a groundbreaking approach to healing.

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Yanzhu Liu

Yanzhu Liu

Dr. Yanzhu Liu is a highly respected expert in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with over 35 years of clinical experience. He is a professor and PhD supervisor at Shandong University of TCM and formerly an associate research scientist at Columbia University. Holding an MD/PhD from Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, China’s top medical institution, Dr. Liu has made significant contributions to both clinical practice and biomedical research.

With over 13 years of research in atherosclerosis, he completed postdoctoral training at Tsinghua University and conducted studies at Columbia University on hyperlipidemia and arterial disease. Dr. Liu holds multiple patents, including one for an atherosclerosis treatment and four for AI-driven medical devices. His innovative AI acupoint detection technology has significantly improved treatments for chronic pain, arthritis, sports injuries, stroke-related conditions, cancer-related symptoms, and eye disorders.

As the chief editor of Internal Medicine – Chinese Medicine and a contributor to five medical books, Dr. Liu continues to pioneer integrative medicine. His unique abdominal acupuncture technique has proven highly effective for stubborn conditions, providing patients with a groundbreaking approach to healing.

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Our Acupuncturists in Upper East
Side Location

Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Acupuncture Can Treat a Person Holistically, Both Physically and Mentally. I Like to Treat Patients With Acupuncture. It Works Immediately Without Any Side Effects.
Dr. Chen graduated from Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2005. He is a NYS licensed acupuncturist and holds an NCCAOM Acupuncture Diploma. Specializing in pain management, Dr. Chen is also experienced in treating internal medicine conditions such as insomnia, infertility, hormonal disorders, digestive diseases, and allergies.
Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Acupuncture Can Treat a Person Holistically, Both Physically and Mentally. I Like to Treat Patients With Acupuncture. It Works Immediately Without Any Side Effects.
Dr. Chen graduated from Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2005. He is a NYS licensed acupuncturist and holds an NCCAOM Acupuncture Diploma. Specializing in pain management, Dr. Chen is also experienced in treating internal medicine conditions such as insomnia, infertility, hormonal disorders, digestive diseases, and allergies.
Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Acupuncture Can Treat a Person Holistically, Both Physically and Mentally. I Like to Treat Patients With Acupuncture. It Works Immediately Without Any Side Effects.
Dr. Chen graduated from Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2005. He is a NYS licensed acupuncturist and holds an NCCAOM Acupuncture Diploma. Specializing in pain management, Dr. Chen is also experienced in treating internal medicine conditions such as insomnia, infertility, hormonal disorders, digestive diseases, and allergies.
Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Chen, Xiaochong L.Ac

Acupuncture Can Treat a Person Holistically, Both Physically and Mentally. I Like to Treat Patients With Acupuncture. It Works Immediately Without Any Side Effects.
Dr. Chen graduated from Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2005. He is a NYS licensed acupuncturist and holds an NCCAOM Acupuncture Diploma. Specializing in pain management, Dr. Chen is also experienced in treating internal medicine conditions such as insomnia, infertility, hormonal disorders, digestive diseases, and allergies.

Resident Acupuncturists

Zhou, Yu L.Ac

Zhou, Yu L.Ac

Columbus Circle
I am passionate about alleviating people’s suffering through the art of natural healing.
Yu Zhou began her acupuncture journey after experiencing transformative healing herself. A graduate of PCHS in New York, she specializes in abdominal acupuncture under the mentorship of Dr. Liu Yanzhu. Yu treats a wide range of conditions, including pain, digestive disorders, stress, anxiety, insomnia, and hormonal imbalances, with a focus on providing effective and compassionate care.
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Zhou, Yu L.Ac

Zhou, Yu L.Ac

Columbus Circle
I am passionate about alleviating people’s suffering through the art of natural healing.
Yu Zhou began her acupuncture journey after experiencing transformative healing herself. A graduate of PCHS in New York, she specializes in abdominal acupuncture under the mentorship of Dr. Liu Yanzhu. Yu treats a wide range of conditions, including pain, digestive disorders, stress, anxiety, insomnia, and hormonal imbalances, with a focus on providing effective and compassionate care.
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Zhou, Yu L.Ac

Zhou, Yu L.Ac

Columbus Circle
I am passionate about alleviating people’s suffering through the art of natural healing.
Yu Zhou began her acupuncture journey after experiencing transformative healing herself. A graduate of PCHS in New York, she specializes in abdominal acupuncture under the mentorship of Dr. Liu Yanzhu. Yu treats a wide range of conditions, including pain, digestive disorders, stress, anxiety, insomnia, and hormonal imbalances, with a focus on providing effective and compassionate care.
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A Special Experience Starts
from Here

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Compassionate Experts

At ACA, our team is driven by a genuine commitment to your health and well-being. Every practitioner and staff member provides care with respect, empathy, and a personalized approach, ensuring that each patient feels heard, valued, and supported on their wellness journey.
Compassionate Experts
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Trusted by Patients

Our team’s dedication to effective, results-driven care has earned the trust of countless patients. Many return and refer friends and family, a testament to the expertise, professionalism, and compassion that define our approach to holistic health.
Trusted by Patients
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Personalized,
Thoughtful Care

We believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. Our practitioners take the time to create individualized treatment plans, thoroughly explaining each step to help patients feel confident in their journey to better health.
Personalized,
Thoughtful Care
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Leading Expertise

Our practitioners are highly trained, with backgrounds from the most prestigious medical institutions in China and experience from top hospitals. Their deep understanding of Traditional Chinese Medicine, combined with modern integrative techniques, allows them to provide treatments that are both effective and rooted in centuries of wisdom.
Leading Expertise
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A Team That Puts
Patients First

From skilled acupuncturists to dedicated massage therapists and support staff, our team works seamlessly to deliver the highest quality care. Every member is committed to making holistic wellness accessible, ensuring a smooth and comforting experience for every patient.
A Team That Puts
Patients First