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Your Trusted Acupuncture Experts in Perth
East Meets West Chinese Medicine was founded by Dr Ian Russell and Dr Michelle Russell, whose combined 17+ years of expertise in Chinese Medicine complements their prior careers as Registered Nurses. Our practitioners integrate ancient healing traditions with modern healthcare practices to address fertility, women's health, pain management, and general wellbeing. With postgraduate training in fertility symposiums and holistic therapies, our team delivers patient-centred care grounded in both clinical experience and compassionate support. We maintain rigorous professional standards through registrations with AHPRA and AACMA, ensuring evidence-based treatments tailored to individual needs.Our clinic's approach combines diagnostic precision with lifestyle guidance, prioritising long-term health outcomes over temporary symptom relief. Through continuous education and collaboration with other healthcare providers, we stay at the forefront of integrative medicine practices. Our commitment to excellence is demonstrated through specialist training in areas like Hypnobirthing Australia and musculoskeletal health, ensuring comprehensive care across multiple health domains.
Services
Acupuncture
Fertility Support
Pregnancy Care
Pain Management
Stress Management
Women's Health
Herbal Medicine
Hypnobirthing Classes
Highlights and features
- 17+ years combined experience in Chinese Medicine and nursing
- Specialist training in fertility and women's health symposiums
- Registered with Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
- Integrates Western medical diagnostics with Eastern healing techniques
- Offers Hypnobirthing Australia certified practitioners
Associations and certifications
- AHPRA
- AACMA
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments use fine needles to stimulate energy flow and promote natural healing. This ancient technique effectively addresses pain management, stress reduction, and various health conditions. Patients receive personalised treatment plans developed through comprehensive health assessments.
Fertility Support
Specialised acupuncture and herbal programs enhance fertility by improving reproductive system function and hormonal balance. Treatments complement assisted reproductive technologies and include lifestyle guidance. Our practitioners have completed advanced training in fertility medicine.
Pregnancy Care
Prenatal and postnatal care focuses on maintaining maternal wellbeing and preparing for childbirth. Services include regular check-ups, discomfort management, and Hypnobirthing Australia classes. Practitioners work closely with obstetricians and midwives for comprehensive care.
Pain Management
Targeted treatments address musculoskeletal pain, migraines, and chronic conditions through acupuncture and herbal medicine. Our approach combines Western diagnosis with Eastern healing principles to identify and treat root causes rather than just symptoms.
Stress Management
Holistic stress reduction programs integrate acupuncture with lifestyle counselling. Treatments focus on balancing the nervous system and improving emotional wellbeing. Patients learn practical techniques for managing anxiety and improving sleep quality.
People
Dr Michelle Russell
Registered Acupuncturist
With nursing background since 1996 and 16+ years in Chinese medicine, Michelle specialises in women's health and fertility. She completed Vancouver's Integrative Fertility Symposium and maintains AHPRA/AACMA registrations.
Dr Ian Russell
Registered Acupuncturist
Former psychiatric nurse with 20 years in Chinese medicine, Ian focuses on men's health and emotional wellbeing. He trained under Dr Arnaud Versluys and holds qualifications in Daoist meditation and leadership training.
Dr Michelle Whitaker
Registered Acupuncturist
Hypnobirthing Australia certified practitioner with 17+ years in Chinese medicine. Specialises in women's and children's health, having completed advanced training in fertility and postnatal care.
Questions
What conditions do you treat?
We specialise in fertility support, pregnancy care, chronic pain management, stress reduction, and women's health issues using acupuncture and Chinese medicine techniques.
Do you offer after-hours appointments?
Emergency after-hours contact numbers are available for registered patients. Regular appointments follow our weekday 9am-6:30pm and Saturday 8:30am-4pm schedule.
What payment options are available?
We accept cash, EFTPOS, and major credit cards. Health fund rebates apply for registered practitioners under most private insurance policies.
Are practitioners qualified?
All our acupuncturists hold current AHPRA registrations and AACMA memberships, with postgraduate training in specialised areas like fertility and maternity care.
Can I claim treatments on private health insurance?
Most private health funds provide rebates for acupuncture treatments. Check with your provider for specific coverage details and required practitioner qualifications.
What happens during first visit?
Initial consultations include comprehensive health assessment, diagnosis through traditional methods, and development of personalised treatment plans with clear progress markers.
Reviews (4)
Zoe Murphy
Jul 19, 2019
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Could not recommend this place enough. Michelle Russell makes me feel very comfortable and at ease. Thank you for making feel so good.
K. F.
Jan 03, 2019
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I started having acupuncture treatment for hip pain during pregnancy. Little did I know how much I would benefit from seeking Michelle's help later in my pregnancy at that stage. When I developed cholestasis, I continued with the weekly acupuncture, also receiving needles to help my liver function. Once I had to be induced, I made sure to get the pre-birth acupuncture beforehand and ended up having a wonderful labour. I am grateful for the amazing help I have received, which has surely contributed to the fact that I could get relatively far in pregnancy despite having cholestasis, and has helped
Els Van De Veire
Jun 12, 2018
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Perth acupuncture experts Michelle and Ian both practiced as registered nurses before they specialised in Chinese medicine acupuncture for men and women. The amount of knowledge they demonstrate on both Chinese and Western medicine is second to none. A welcoming practice where you will feel safe, heard, and taken care of. I definitely recommend them.
Ingrid Morris
Jan 22, 2018
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Fantastic place! I was supposed to be induced with my second child at 38 wks but with Ian's help I actually got into labour naturally exactly on the day they were going to induce me. The 2 sessions of acupuncture, each of them week apart, helped also with a quick labour as the baby was born within half an hour of really strong contractions and minor tear, far cry from my first birth which took 18 hrs and major tear, wish I would know of benefits of acupuncture that time. Ian is a lovely charismatic person with a very positive attitude and I would recommend his services to anyone who is seeking
