Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine Clinic in Ballarat
Spring Health is a leading integrated complementary medicine clinic in Ballarat, combining Western and Chinese medical practices to address diverse health needs. With over 30 years of combined clinical experience, our practitioners specialise in fertility support, women's health, autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, and chronic disease management. We collaborate closely with local GPs and specialists to deliver tailored treatments, including acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutritional planning, and mind-body counselling. Our approach prioritises individualised care, focusing on natural healing and holistic wellness. Dr. Meredith O'Loughlan (CMD), who has personal experience managing multiple sclerosis, and Dr.Linghan Bai (MD) bring expertise in integrating traditional and modern methodologies. Telehealth services extend our reach to regional and interstate patients, ensuring accessibility. We maintain a chemical-free clinic environment to accommodate all patients comfortably. Our commitment to evidence-based practice is reflected in our use of high-quality herbal medicines and adherence to TGA regulations. Over 10,000 patients in Ballarat and surrounding communities have benefited from our services since 2008. We offer Medicare and private health rebates for selected services, ensuring flexible options for patient care.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Fertility Support
Women's Health
Pain Management
Telehealth Consultations
Nutritional Medicine
Mind-Body Counselling
Autoimmune Treatment
Digestive Health
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- 30+ years combined clinical experience in integrated medicine
- Specialised fertility and women's health support
- Telehealth services for regional and interstate patients
- Chemical-free clinic environment for patient comfort
- Collaboration with Western medical specialists
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate specific points, promoting natural healing and pain relief. This ancient practice addresses various conditions including chronic pain, stress, and fertility issues. Patients benefit from improved energy flow and symptom management through sessions tailored to individual health needs.
Herbal Medicine
Customised herbal formulations utilise high-quality granulated extracts for digestive health, autoimmune conditions, and general wellness. Each prescription combines traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern research to ensure safe, effective treatment plans that complement other therapies and medications.
Fertility Support
Specialised programs enhance reproductive health through acupuncture, nutrition, and herbal medicine. We support both natural conception and assisted reproductive technologies with evidence-based protocols, emotional counselling, and tailored treatment plans to optimise fertility outcomes for individuals and couples.
Pain Management
Integrated approaches combine acupuncture, cupping, and nerve stimulation to address chronic pain conditions. Our treatments target musculoskeletal issues, migraines, and post-injury recovery through non-pharmacological methods that reduce inflammation and improve mobility without side effects.
Telehealth Consultations
Remote healthcare access enables prescription renewals, dietary advice, and treatment planning for regional patients. These virtual sessions maintain continuity of care through secure platforms, ensuring medication compliance and progress monitoring while meeting regulatory requirements for ongoing treatment.
People
Dr. Meredith O'Loughlan
Principal Practitioner
Dr. O'Loughlan combines personal experience managing multiple sclerosis with 15+ years of clinical practice. Her expertise in autoimmune conditions and women's health focuses on natural healing, gut restoration, and integrated treatment approaches that complement conventional medical care.
Dr. Linghan Bai
Senior Practitioner
Dr. Bai brings extensive experience in Chinese medicine and chronic disease management. With a background in both traditional and Western medical systems, he specialises in creating holistic treatment plans that address complex health issues through acupuncture and herbal therapies.
Questions
What health conditions do you treat?
We specialise in fertility support, women's health, autoimmune conditions, digestive disorders, chronic pain, and stress-related illnesses using integrated acupuncture and herbal medicine approaches.
Are telehealth appointments available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth consultations for prescription renewals, dietary advice, and treatment planning, particularly for regional patients and those unable to attend in person.
Do you accept health fund rebates?
HICAPS rebates are available for selected services. Contact your private health provider directly to confirm coverage for acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments.
What is your cancellation policy?
24 hours notice is required for cancellations. Failure to provide this will result in a full fee charge to maintain appointment availability for other patients.
How are herbal medicines prescribed?
Custom formulations use HPLC-tested granulated herbs from Taiwan. Patients require in-clinic reviews every 3-4 months to maintain prescription eligibility under TGA regulations.
Reviews (4)
Jolie Rose
Nov 15, 2021
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I have been struggling with chronic fatigue syndrome amongst other things for almost 3 years and no one has ever understood or cared as much as Meredith. Within two weeks I started to notice a difference. Now a month in and its only getting better. For anyone who has tried everything else, like me, you will be amazed by what they do at spring health. Thank you so so so much! I can start living my life again!
Mick Roberts
Nov 04, 2021
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Really nice people, willing to help over the phone with current CHO directions in place, for people hesitant about Covid-19 vaccines. Highly recommend Meredith and her team...
Tanya Geddes
Oct 05, 2021
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New lease of life since my first treatment with Meredith, (immediately after Acupuncture, I felt pressure released from my head). I am now having consecutive treatments with Bai, for over 7 weeks now. I have suffered from chronic migraines for over 30 years ( since a teenager). On average would suffer 4 - 5 migraines a month, and weekly headaches. I would hate to imagine the number of days spent in bed and recovering from deliberating migraines over the years. Which does upset me to think about it, I cant get those days back. I have had CT and MRI scans which came back normal, many GP visits
Paula Miles
Sep 14, 2021
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Very happy with Bai acupuncture and dry needling treatments. He is very professional and has helped me recover from many years of headaches, neck and lower back pain.
