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Monday 10am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 7pm Wednesday 9am - 7pm Thursday 9am - 7pm Friday 10am - 5pm Saturday 8:30am - 4pm

East Meets West Chinese Medicine

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East Meets West Chinese Medicine

The East Meets West Chinese Medical Clinic offers Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine and Gua Sha.

The East Meets West Chinese Medicine Clinic is run by husband and wife team, Ian and Michelle Russell. Prior to training in Chinese Medicine, both Ian and Michelle enjoyed long-term careers as Registered Nurses, working in a variety of clinical settings throughout the world. Their Western medical training has provided a professional, caring and knowledgeable base, from which they have expanded into the holistic health care system of Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine. Ian & Michelle's training has provided them with valuable experience in how Chinese Medicine can be best adapted and utilised for people in Western Australia, living a stressful Western lifestyle. East Meets West Chinese Medicine operates Monday to Saturday and provides the following services:

- Acupuncture
- Chinese Herbal Medicine
- Cupping & Channel Scrubbing
- Fertility Treatment (Male & Female)
- IVF Support
- Pregnancy Support & Pre-Birth Treatments
- Acupressure Education for Expectant Parents
- Mens Health
- Meditation

Michelle Russell specialises in all aspects of women's health care, including female infertility, pregnancy care, problematic periods, and digestive problems. Michelle is a member of the Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association and has completed specialist training in female infertility, pregnancy health care, and children's health care. Ian Russell works as a general practitioner of Chinese Medicine, working with a wide and varied range of male and female conditions. Ian also has a special interest in men's health, having worked extensively with male health care issues. These include sports and traumatic injuries, emotional problems, skin disorders, and male fertility problems. Ian has also supported several clients through cancer treatment and has volunteered his time to the Brownes Cancer Support Unit at Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital in Perth. Ian is a member of the Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association. Michelle Whitaker is Perth born and raised and has been practicing Chinese medicine for over 12 years. She is a registered practitioner with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia and a member of the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association. Michelle is an experienced practitioner in all areas of health care and is particularly passionate about fertility, pregnancy and post natal issues.

19/02/2026

Yes! You absolutely should.

Acupuncture offers a safe, drug-free approach to supporting both physical and mental wellbeing during pregnancy. (Just ensure that your practitioner is an AHPRA Registered Acupuncturist.)

Acupuncture during the 1st trimester is particularly beneficial for those with a history of miscarriage or prior fertility struggles.

Some of the most common pregnancy symptoms that present in clinic:

1st Trimester
- Nausea & Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Headaches
- Constipation
- Stress/Worry

2nd Trimester
- Musculo-skeletal discomfort
- Digestive issues
- Sleep Disturbances

3rd Trimester
- Back and Pelvic pain
- Reflux/Heartburn
- Fluid Retention
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Breech Presentation

And don’t forget to include it in your birth preparation schedule. From 36/37 weeks, we also encourage ‘pre-birth’ sessions. These weekly sessions are individualised according to each woman’s unique presentation and may include points to assist in cervical ripening*, encouraging optimal positioning of baby, reducing stress/anxiety and promoting energy and stamina.

*Cervical Ripening Evidence of a benefit from acupuncture in improving cervical readiness for labour (cervical maturity within 24 hours using Bishop’s score) http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD002962.pub4/full

20/12/2025

East Meets West will be closed until Monday, 5th January, 2026.

We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a very restful holiday break 💜

02/12/2025

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Menopause is a time of transition, where a woman moves into a new phase, also known as her “second spring”. TCM offers support during this period by identifying and balancing any underlying disharmonies that may cause a variety of symptoms, such as:

🥵 hot flushes
😴 insomnia
🤔 irregular periods
🥱 fatigue & brain fog
☹️ joint pain

Peri-Menopause, where a woman begins to first experience hormonal shifts, can begin years before Menopause. This is often the time when symptoms may begin to manifest.

To work with one of our experienced practitioners contact (08) 9349 6550 💜

13/11/2025

If you are struggling with painful or irregular cycles, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a holistic approach.

There can be many factors influencing the menstrual cycle:

📌Imbalanced hormones
📌Stress/nervous system dysregulation
📌Immune factors
📌Poor detoxification
📌Digestive issues

We aim to restore optimal health by identifying and regulating underlying imbalances and combining traditional medicine with evidence-based knowledge.

To work with one of our experienced practitioners, contact us on (08) 9349 6550 💜

14/08/2025

We often hear that people would like to try acupuncture, but they are scared of needles.

The thing is, acupuncture needles are about 10 times smaller than the average diameter of an injection needle, and only about 2 times larger than the diameter of a human hair. They are hardly even “needles”.

Most feel very little sensation when we insert the needles, and the benefits are well worth it!

We have converted many needle phobic people. Be brave and give it a try 💜

24/07/2025

Please note that the clinic will be closed from Friday, 25th July until Tuesday, 29th July.

Reception will be open on Monday 28th July.

22/07/2025

🌿 Job Opportunity - Receptionist

East Meets West are currently seeking a Receptionist to be the face of our clinic. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys helping others, thrives on providing exceptional customer service, and wishes to develop in a supportive and evolving healthcare environment.

Click the link for more information about the role and how to apply.
➡ https://www.eastmeetswestmed.com.au/employment-opportunities

09/07/2025

Yes, we can help! 💜

A new umbrella review has found high quality evidence that acupuncture is effective for insomnia and can also improve anxiety and depression.

Wang, JX, Bai, B, Zhu, RR, Yu, XT, Xu, XT, Tu, XM, Fang, L (2025) Traditional Chinese Medicine therapies for insomnia: An umbrella review and evidence map. Integrative Medicine Research

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.imr.2025.101176

27/06/2025

People are often shocked at just how good they feel coming out of an acupuncture session.

Acupuncture has a modulating effect on the nervous system, stimulates the release of neurotransmitters and endorphins, inducing feelings of calm and relaxation.

By activating the parasympathetic branch of the nervous system, it regulates a range of physiological functions, including digestion, immune response, sleep, and has a positive effect on stress, anxiety and pain.

Book in for your bliss on 9349 6550 💜

17/04/2025

Please note that we will be open with reduced hours over the Easter Break 💜

27/03/2025

Endometriosis affects 1 in 7 women by the age of 49 years.

For those with endometriosis, the symptoms can vary from mild to debilitating. It can greatly affect quality of life, causing pain, emotional distress, bloating and digestive upset and negatively impact fertility.

We can offer support with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine by:

💫Improving blood flow in the pelvis. (Where there is poor circulation, this gives rise to inflammation and pain in Chinese medicine).

💫Supporting the liver to promote detoxification and reduce inflammation.

💫Balancing the hormones. (Endometriosis is often associated with an excess of estrogen.)

💫Aid in improving digestive function and reducing bloating.

💫Providing stress relief and regulating the nervous system.

Contact us on (08) 9349 6550 to consult with one of our experienced practitioners 💜

05/02/2025

If you are planning to conceive, preparation is key to success.

The full cycle of growth in both egg and s***m takes 3-4 months. The health and DNA of a potential embryo and subsequent pregnancy will be influenced by choices made during this time.

Our experienced practitioners are here to support and guide you on your fertility journey. Contact us on (08) 9349 6550 to get started 💜

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Address

213 Wanneroo Road
Tuart Hill, WA
6060

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 7pm
Wednesday	9am - 7pm
Thursday	9am - 7pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	8:30am - 4pm

Telephone

+61893496550

Website

http://www.eastmeetswestmed.com.au/

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