Dr. Kelly Cmolik Dr. TCM - Doctor of Chinese Medicine

Dr. Kelly Cmolik Dr. TCM - Doctor of Chinese Medicine The Natural Skin & Allergy Method™ | Root-cause treatment for acne, eczema, psoriasis, asthma + allergies. Programs, education, and real support.

Dr. Cmolik's practice is focused on the safe and effective treatment of chronic inflammatory conditions. Holistic Dermatology - Eczema, Psoriasis, Rosacea and Acne
Asthma/Allergies
Autoimmune Support
Women's Health Concerns
Chronic Infections

05/12/2026

Peonies are more than just beautiful flowers 🌸

In Chinese medicine, we use the root of the peony plant extensively. Bai Shao (white peony root) is one of the most important herbs for women’s health and is often used to nourish the blood, support the liver, and help regulate menstruation. Chi Shao (red peony root) is more cooling and moving, often used for inflammation and blood stagnation.

And in Chinese culture, peonies are considered the flower of compassion, which I just think is so lovely and fitting for them. Soft, beautiful, powerful medicine 🌸

05/08/2026

Seborrheic dermatitis responds incredibly well to Chinese medicine.

This condition often shows up around the nose, brows, scalp, and other areas with a lot of oil production. You can throw all the topicals at it that you want, anti-dandruff shampoos, Nizoral, creams… but in many cases, it is being generated internally.

That’s why we treat it internally and topically together. The one-two punch 😌

When you address the root while calming things down externally at the same time, this condition can shift dramatically.

If you’re not local to me, I would still highly recommend finding a good Chinese medicine practitioner in your area. This is one of the many things we do very well.

Chronic plaque psoriasis → swipe to seeSame patient. Different outcome.When you treat psoriasis as a systemic condition ...
05/08/2026

Chronic plaque psoriasis → swipe to see

Same patient. Different outcome.

When you treat psoriasis as a systemic condition rather than just a skin issue, this is where things can go.

Beyond the visible changes, there were shifts in digestion, sleep, and overall health. This is one of the most rewarding parts of this medicine. When you support the system properly, everything starts to respond.

These cases take time, consistency, and the right approach, but real change is possible.

If psoriasis is something you are dealing with and you would like to explore this further, comment PSO and I will send you more information.

05/06/2026

Can you feel the sass through your screen on this one… 😅

Diabetes is not something I specialize in, but it does come up alongside many of the chronic conditions I do treat.

One of the biggest things I notice is how much focus gets placed on the pancreas, when in many cases the liver is playing a much larger role than people realize.

You’re very welcome to fact check me on that. 💁🏼‍♀️

From a Chinese medicine perspective, when you start supporting the system properly, especially liver function, things can begin to shift in a meaningful way.

If you’re looking to go deeper into this topic, I would highly recommend the account . They do a great job breaking things down.

05/04/2026

The new episode of Chinese Medicine in the Modern World is live.

Anxiety, Depression & Chinese Medicine: The Root Causes of Mental Health Imbalances

In this episode, I break down how mental health is not just “in your head,” but deeply connected to inflammation, hormones, digestion, liver function, and nervous system regulation.

We also touch on commonly prescribed medications, including benzos, and why managing symptoms is not the same as addressing what is driving them.

This is a conversation about looking deeper and understanding what is happening beneath the surface.

🎧 Now live on Spotify and Apple Podcasts
Link in bio

05/04/2026

This episode is a personal one.

Mental health is something I care deeply about, and something I experienced myself at a young age. Being away from home, under stress, and not properly nourished… it took a toll.

I really wish I knew then what I know now.

In Chinese medicine, the mind and body are not separate. When you support the body, the mind comes with it. This is where this medicine can be incredibly powerful.

In this episode, I’m sharing both the clinical side and a bit of my own story.

🎧 New episode of Chinese Medicine in the Modern World coming tomorrow!

04/29/2026

Hi 🤍 I’m back.

Still very much in the healing phase over here, a little bruised, a little sore, and figuring it out as I go.

I’ve been on Tramadol post-surgery, and it’s been a good reminder of how much the liver impacts how we feel, not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.

When the liver is under stress, it can show up as irritability, frustration, low mood… all the things.

It’s something I talk about a lot in practice, but experiencing it firsthand is always a different perspective.

I’ll be diving deeper into this in my next podcast episode, coming April 4.

For now, just taking it day by day and focusing on healing 🤍

04/26/2026

Perioral dermatitis. Before → After.

A stubborn, frustrating condition that often gets worse with the very things people are told to use.

Topicals, steroid creams, overloading the skin… it can quickly turn into a cycle that is hard to break.

When we step back and look at this systemically, everything changes.

In Chinese medicine, we are looking at digestion, inflammation, and hormonal patterns, not just the surface of the skin. In many cases, this is why the skin finally starts to clear.

This case is a great example of what is possible with the right approach.

If you are dealing with this and want to understand it better, comment PDHELP and I will send you my Perioral Dermatitis 101 guide.

Chronic plaque psoriasis → swipe for resultsSame patient. Different outcome.When you treat psoriasis as a systemic condi...
04/23/2026

Chronic plaque psoriasis → swipe for results

Same patient. Different outcome.

When you treat psoriasis as a systemic condition rather than just a skin issue, this is where things can go.

Beyond the visible changes, there were shifts in digestion, sleep, and overall health. This is one of the most rewarding parts of this medicine. When you support the system properly, everything starts to respond.

These cases take time, consistency, and the right approach, but real change is possible.

If psoriasis is something you are dealing with and you would like to explore this further, comment PSO and I will send you more information.

04/21/2026

Just a few things I… side-eye a little 👀

All said with love, but there is a lot of oversimplification in the wellness space.

One random herb is not going to fix everything.
Probiotics are not the answer to every problem.
And taking something for a week and deciding “it didn’t work” is not how this medicine functions.

Chinese medicine is nuanced. It is pattern-based, individualized, and requires the right approach for the right person.

Respectfully… I have notes ✍🏼 🤣🫶🏼

04/19/2026

At home recovering 🤍

A little sore over here, but doing okay and taking it day by day. Very much looking forward to feeling like myself again and getting back into things soon.

These are a few of the things my surgeon recommended for before and after the procedure, along with a couple of my own additions to help support the healing process.

And thank you so much for all of the kind messages and well wishes. I really appreciate it more than you know.

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