Welcome to Vital Changes

Diane is a nationally certified, California board licensed practitioner in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. In her ten years of practice, she has developed special interests and expertise in Orthopedics, Functional Medicine, Cold Laser Therapy and cosmetic acupuncture facial rejuvenation protocols. Master Tung’s Magic Points acupuncture technique and the Graston Technique have recently been incorporated into her practice as well, with impressive results in her patients. Diane’s training in nutrition has led her to explore a variety of dietary lifestyles. Her approach focuses on detoxification with dietary suggestions and herbal supplements. Diane’s practice offers a whole body alternative to healing and good health.

Diane’s great interest with nutrition and health began when she was in her early teens. Her interest was largely influenced by an older brother who kept current on the latest research in nutrition and exercise. “I was fascinated by my brother’s knowledge and aspired to pursue a career as a nutritionist.” She received her degree from San Diego State University in Nutrition and Food Science. After graduation she worked in a hospital as a clinical nutritionist for five years. During this time Diane became quite ill. As her illness progressed, she found that western doctors could not identify the real cause of her mysterious illness. Tests showed inconclusive results and there was no diagnosis to fit her condition. At the recommendation of a friend, she decided to see an acupuncturist. “During the course of several weeks, this natural approach began to put my body in balance as the medical community was unable to do. Chinese medicine did wonders for me not only in terms of diminishing my symptoms, but also in changing my outlook on health and medicine forever.” Within several years, Diane was enrolled full- time in acupuncture school at Pacific College of Oriental medicine in San Diego.