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Acupuncture, Wellness, and Natural Medicine in Berkeley, CA

Get individualized, comprehensive, and caring professional natural medicine and acupuncture help in Berkeley and the San Francisco Bay Area with YOUR health problems or conditions from a family practice, warm, and highly experienced acupuncture and natural medicine practitioner with more than 30 years clinical experience. (What patients say about treatment / testimonials.) (Visit our blog)

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Perhaps you have visited other doctors in the mainstream and natural medicine fields or spent hours on internet searches to diagnose your health issues. Still seeking answers?

I invite you to take advantage of my 30+ years of experience in the acupuncture and natural medicine field. My practice serves the greater San Francisco Bay Area and people from all over the world. Have more fun, reach your goals more quickly, and develop deeper relationships in a systematic way.

You and your family will receive comprehensive, personal care. You'll have more energy and better functioning.

(Visit our blog for patient testimonials.)

I look forward to improving your health,

Jay Sordean, LAc, OMD, QME, Certified Traditional Naturopath

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The Redwood Clinic
3021 Telegraph Ave. Suite C
Berkeley, California, 94705

Jay Sordean, LAc, OMD, QME,
(510) 849-1176
drjaysordean@wellnessspeakers.org

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NEUROLOGIC RELIEF CENTER - NEUROLOGIC RELIEF TECHNIQUE™ Qualified Member. Press here for testimonials of real patients

NRCT and Fibromyalgia Treatment at The Redwood Clinic

NRCT and Musculoskeletal Pain and Smell

Parkinsons, RSD, Back Pain, Other NRCT Test Results

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Here’s what I offer my patients

Clinical experience that will improve your health and energy
Long-term study and clinical history of natural and Western medicine
A personal health advisor
An understanding of your health issues — physical, emotional, and spiritual
Expert insurance reports as needed

My name is Dr. Jay Sordean. I'm a wellness consultant, professional acupuncturist, herbalist, nutritional therapist, and homeopath. I have dedicated my time and energy to this because I love helping people get better with natural methods. Put my clinical expertise and talents to work for you to help you regain your life.

I've studied with the top teachers in these fields over the past 30 years, and I continue to learn and study to help you live better and longer. If I can't help you I will refer you to other practitioners, or coordinate care with a team of others who can.

To help as many people as possible, I conduct lectures and seminars on many health topics in the community; I've also taught advanced courses in Japanese acupuncture and immune enhancement to other acupuncturists and healers. Because Japanese is my second language, important parts of my study and training were done with Masters from Japan.

My homeopathy and naturopathic training has taken me to India, Canada, Europe, and Japan. In 1983 I was licensed in acupuncture in California; I also am licensed in Indiana, where I was born.

I have had national acupuncture certification in the U.S. since 1985. My qualifications include specialty training and evaluating work injuries--I am one of the few California acupuncturists who are Qualified Medical Evaluators (QME). Less than 1% of U.S. acupuncturists have my training and qualifications.

For more information please see my professional statement.

Conditions
I've successfully treated patients for these ailments

• ADHD
• Allergies
• car accident injuries
• infertility
• PMS
• perimenopausal symptoms
• colitis
• asthma
• PCOS
• allergies
• ADHD
• GERD
• ulcers
• headaches
• hypothyroid

• Graves’ disease
• immunodeficiency
• ITP
• Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
• overweight
• liver problems
• insomnia
• depression
• fatigue
• shoulder problems
• frozen shoulder
• carpal tunnel syndrome
• knee pain
• ankle pain
• low sex drive

• sports injuries
• SAD
• preparation & recovery from surgery
• pediatric illnesses
• anemia
• constipation
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• chronic stress reactions
• panic attacks
• anxiety
• menopausal symptoms
• cardiac complaints
• and others

(If interested in details about a specific condition, including H1N1, click "Health Conditions" Tab)

Acupuncture is endorsed by the World Health Organization for over 100 medical conditions. Along with other natural treatments, the saftey and efficacy is high while risks are low. This is in contrast to the potential deadly effects of many drugs as reported in mainstream medical journals. Put our clinical expertise and talents to work for you to help you regain your life back. (What patients say about treatment.)

Can you afford to not choose me for your health care?
I’ll be blunt: I’m not for everyone. We don’t accept everyone as patients as we have to trust that they are serious about following through. On the other hand, ask yourself this — what’s it worth to you to have the chance to regain your health? To live your life more fully? To live longer with a higher quality of life? Do you really value your health and what it means to not only you but your family and friends? Does enjoying a longer life with quality relationships and the ability to continue to contribute to family and society play a part in why you live?

For example, shouldn’t you put at least as much value on your health as you do your car? You might have several cars in a lifetime, but you only get one body. So take care of it.
Contact me today for a FREE, no obligation consultation

We can meet and discuss your health concerns in detail, and I can determine whether or not you might benefit from the natural treatments we provide. During the consultation, we’ll talk about: your primary complaints, the history of those complaints as well as other health problems you may have, the history of your family’s health related to you, how strong your constitution is, what Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and other methods may offer in the way of relief or cure of your problems, and an honest appraisal of whether I think we might be able to help you or not.
Call to see if you qualify for our free consultation, 510-849-1176

Recent and Upcoming Lectures, Cable TV, Radio, and Events

"Arthritis: Causes and Natural Solutions for Pain Relief" workshop at South Berkeley Senior Center, Monday February 4, 12:30-1:45 pm at South Berkeley Senior Center (corner of Ashby and Ellis)

ALSO, April 8, 11 am - 12 pm, North Berkeley Senior Center

Call 510-849-1176 for reserving your seat

"5 Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss" workshop at North Berkeley Senior Center, Classroom C, Monday,March 18, 11 am - 12 noon: FREE

RADIO KNEW 960 AM: Interview of Dr.Jay on "When Your Health Matters." Get podcasts at www.alternativehealthcare.com and listen on Saturdays, 7:00-7:30 AM,960 AM Radio

Cable TV: "Natural Health Solutions with Dr.Jay"

Chronic Pain? Migraines? TMJ? Parkinsons? Fibromyalgia? Learn About a New Drugless Method - NRCT™

JAY SORDEAN, LAc, OMD, CTN, Guest Speaker for Foundation for Wellness Professionals.

Call the office for the next lecture scheduled. 510-849-1176

Workshop and free test to see if this approach by the Neurologic Relief Center will work for you. Please press this linkfor information.

NRCT and FIBROMYALGIA: Contact us for a Consultation and test

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TIME TO SAVE 300% IN MEDICAL COSTS WITH COMPANY WELLNESS PROGRAMS

Sponsor this lecture to help local companies learn how to start a wellness program. Leave with actionable ideas to save money now and to have a more productive and happy work force. Please press this LINK or the button below to watch the video about the lecture.

HOW TO KNOW IF YOUR CHILDREN ARE ON DRUGS™...and what you can do to help them

A special and valuable workshop for parents, schools, and other groups concerned with the damaging - and lethal - effects drugs might be having on their children. Please call to schedule a talk at (510) 849-1176. Preview a summary of the talk by pressing this link. Recent talks included Emery Secondary School PTO and Tehiyah Day School TPO.

"One Corporation per Month" special offering of a FREE Wellness Program to Qualified Organizations

JAY SORDEAN, LAc, OMD, CTN, Guest Speaker
Call for next upcoming lecture or to schedule a special guest lecture

Call us at (510) 849-1176 to ask about our Company Wellness Program associated with the national non-profit, Foundation for Wellness Professionals.

5 essential questions to ask before

choosing a natural medicine provider

1. How long has the doctor been in practice? What is their licensure and for how long?

2. What range of conditions does the doctor treat? Is the doctor knowledgable in and have experience with my particular problem? What age ranges of patients does the doctor treat?

3. What types of natural medicine have they trained in? Is the doctor knowledgable in a wide range of supplements and are they available on-site?

4. Do they have a wholistic approach or do they only look at symptom relief?

5. Do they have further post-licensure qualifications, training, and/or certifications?

What Patients Feel about Their Treatment and Results
RE: Long term great care with Dr. Jay Sordean: "I have been seeing Jay for at least 16 YEARS with awesome results for so many different ailments. He's the real deal and I highly recommend him" K.G., January 2012

RE: NO MORE FEAR OF NEEDLES: "I met with Dr. Sordean to talk about problems that I wanted solved. A friend recommended him, but I didn't want to try acupuncture. I knew he also worked with herbs, so I went in for a consultation. Dr. Sordean told me acupuncture would benefit me greatly, but I was terrified of needles. I decided to try and somehow overcome that fear -- and I'm glad I did. Acupuncture has changed my life in a way no other treatment has, and I'm even less afraid of needles. Don't let your 'needlephobia' prevent you from trying acupuncture! It's one of the things I'm most grateful to have in my life." M.K.

RE: On the Neurologica Relief Center Technique: "I lived with Fibromyalgia for five years. I had to quit my job and just stayed at home. I couldn't stand for more than 10 minutes and didn't go out. Everything was affected - memory, speech and more. I was taking a lot of pain medication to help me get through the day. I was extremely skeptical of the procedure, but now I'm a believer! I'm off all the medication that was prescribed for me. I took a great leap of faith and people can believe what they want to believe, but I know that I basically got back my life." Jannie

"Acupuncture really saved my life! I was terribly injured in a car accident with serious injuries, on a walker and unable to get out of bed. I began treatments full of hope and almost from the beginning began to feel better, stronger and encouraged. I surrendered to each andevery needle.
I embraced the calm and serenity and often fell asleep during treatment. I am an intelligent, professional person, but something happened to me with each treatment that pills, shots, and surgery could have never done. I was healed from the muscle damage, from inside to out. I am very glad and grateful for the recovery from the car accident injury. I continue getting acupuncture treatment periodically to do this day because the treatments fit my wellness orientation." Myra Paradise

"My “Western Doctor” told me I needed a shrink — Jay Sordean helped me balance my hormones and the way my body accesses and uses food — much better! Thanks again! " Norma B.

"Our 3-year old son Oliver suffered from asthma whenever he got an upper respiratory virus before coming to see Dr. Jay. The pediatrician was recommending a daily steroid. We decided to see Dr. Jay instead. Oliver received massage, homeopathy, and supplements, and has been seeing Dr. Jay for one year now. He’s had no asthma symptoms since starting at The Redwood Clinic. And unlike visiting the pediatrician, he [Oliver] enjoys coming here! THANKS."

--Oliver’s Mom & Dad

"Although I have received treatments from Dr. Jay over the years, by great joy comes from my children’s relationship with Dr. Jay and the ancient art or Chinese medicine. My daughter Wenonah started seeing Jay when she was a eight weeks old. Dr. Jay taught me how to massage a baby and treat her homeopathically. Empowering! Wenonah is now 11 and has had her first series of acupuncture treatments regarding her insomnia. I am so happy to say that we are getting great nights of sleep! :) My son Mays is 7 and recently had his first acupuncture treatment for a nasty bout of poison oak. I am so happy to have my kids be exposed to mind body spirit medicine and know that they will always consider this healing as true." My best, Erin P. Gaffey, Celtic Electric and Winstons Plumbing (Oakland)
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Dr. Jay, you have the magic! My stomach problems resolved with your pills and potions and humor and needles. I appreciate the whole package here." Thank you, E.D."

"Yay! No hip pain. Good job Jay. Now I can play tennis and ruin it again. -- Julie Killbourn

"I used to drive across the Bay Bridge (Oakland - San Francisco) on a regular basis. In a three year span, I must have driven back and forth over it a 1, 000 times when I worked in the Richmond district in SF. Loved my job, but not getting there and back. Pardon the pun, but the stress took a toll. I drove a stick shift at the time and started getting a shooting pain down my leg when I stepped on the clutch in traffic. It would not go away so Shana Stiles suggested I try acupuncture despite the fact I'm afraid of needles. Nevertheless, I went to The Redwood Clinic three times and Dr. Jay Sordean fixed it. It was not what I thought it would be like and it didn't hurt at all. It was relaxing and a relief. It was nice to see him again at the Emeryville Chamber Healthy City Expo." -- Kathy Helt, from the Emeryville Connection "Lifestyle" section October 2009.

"Dr. Jay is an all-around nice guy, besides being fun and interesting to talk with, he has helped make my journey through "Bariatric surgery" much easier, healthier, and successful. Besides the healing affects of his acupuncture to relieve knee, back and shoulder pain, curb appetite and increase energy. I have enjoyed a wonderful total relaxation experienced with every session. The self hypnosis tapes for weight loss and relaxation along with his knowledge and skill with acupuncture have given me a better life!!!! THANK YOU Dr. Jay...you're the best!! (You can needle me anytime!!) Good...Stories...Elaine http://www.storyteller.net/tellers/estanley

I am writing to thank you for providing such wonderful, healing acupuncture for me for the past several months. I have sincerely appreciatee all that you have done and all the work/food-for-thought that you provided. I hope that the new year brings happiness, prosperity and health to you and your family."
Sharon H.

" I have tried everything for my PCOS and nothing seemed to work. Acupuncture has truly changed my life and my overall health i in general. I recommend it to anyone, it has given me more energy and has given me a new outlook on life. Thank you Dr. Jay!" Ashley Love

"Jay is a truly alerted. I feel many miracles from coming here to the redwood clinic, everything from physical peeling and support, to the emotional and spiritual well-being and connectedness. I’m so thankful to Jay is here and I have the opportunity to come to him an old myself to healing in this way. It is inspiring and for ever appreciated. Thank you. Blessings and peace." Joslyn L.

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Acupuncture has allowed me to continue my active life (skiing, gardening, etc.) even though I broke my back as a teenager. I’m going on 70 and hate to think in what shape I might be had I followed my M.D.’s suggestion and had back surgery." Ron L.

"Dearest Dr. Jay, You are awesome! You have helped me get better sooo many times! My skin is all better, my liver is on its way to recovery and your kindness and gentleness have been good for my soul! You rock! Of course, we have so much in common, even though we are half a century apart in age!! I take your smile in my heart to Canada! I love you Dr. Jay!" Milo XOXO (3 years old)

"I am so grateful for the healing care I have received to boost thyroid, and immune system, general well-being, both physical and psychological. I count on it!" Linda M.

"Thank you so much for all your help. You have impacted my life at many levels. I have truly gotten better (which I wasn’t even sure could happen) and know that I will continue to get better under your guidance. I appreciate your approach (incorporating mind, body, and spirit). It really works. I think you are a true “healer.” Thank you again." P.K.

"A charismatic and witty practitioner of healing, medicinal, therapeutic treatment."
Rhoda Curtis, Author, RHODA: Her First Ninety Years. www.rhodabook.com

"I have come to Jay Sordean to be healed from everything from joint problems, after car accidents, to sleeplessness and a bad case of nerves. I have always walked out of my acupunture session feeling like a new man: with greatly reduced pain, a deep emotional sense of well-being, and sense that life ahead is wonderful. I attribute acupuncture at the Redwood Clinic in playing a crucial role in my spiritual and creative well-being also. Thank you, Jay" Frank B. Wilderson, III, author of Incognegro: a Memoir of Exile and Apartheid, and Red, White, & Black: Cinema and the Structure of U.S. Antagonisms, director of Reparations...Now, a film in progress http://www.incognegro.org

"Dear Jay, How wonderful to meet someone who I actually enjoy being "kneedled" by. Thank you so much for giving me back mobility and taking away pain. You have made me a posterchild for acupuncture and I will continute to recommend you. All my best," Uri, SF Bay Area, http://www.fineartrestoration.net

"February 17,2009 :   I was referred to the Redwood Clinic by my Back Care Doctor for acupuncture because of the pain that I have had from Scoliosis (a curvature of the spine). I cannot take any kind of pain medication because of allergies to the great majority of such pills and also because I do not like the side effect that they cause.
         In addition I also have a bilateral Trochanteric Bursitis (Bursas are the fat pads which protect the hip bone) which is also caused by the posture I have when walking due to the Scoliosis.
I had received two treatments with Dr. Sordean and when I went for my 30 minute walk the following day and I was pain free. Usually when I walk I have severe pain the full length of my back, so severe that it would make me cry. I can now walk with some pain, but it is tolerable.
        I have gotten two additional benefits from acupuncture. The first one is that I can now taste and smell. For about ten years I could not taste nor smell due to a chronic sinus condition. I have had to use a medication spray that is cortisone based, which also has some bad side effects. I decided to start decreasing the use of the nasal spray after! started acupuncture. Before! realized it, I could smell and taste without the use of any medication. It has been at least two months and so far I can still smell and taste.
        The other benefit is that I can sleep through the night until morning without waking up with pain. I wake up rested and energetic. Before I would wake up several times during the night and had to get ice packs to put on my back and hips to relieve the pain so that! could sleep. As a result I would get up tired and totally worn out.
         Dr. Sordean is highly professional and competent and I would recommend him to anyone who is having pain. I know that I cannot be cured of my Scoliosis, but I can be pain free.    Sincerely,   (bm) A very happy patient!"

"Dr. Jay treated me prior to a wrist surgery for a lunate implant in 1989. My surgeon Dr. Isono--one of the best in the world-- noted how succesful Dr. Jay's treatments had been with respect to the flow of blood during the operation and in the weeks that followed as I recovered rapidly. Dr. Sordean is one of the highest recommended health care providers in the Bay Area who I often think of. " Carlos Hill

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