Am holds a Masters Degree in both Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is board certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and holds an active license in Massachusetts. She earned her Bachelors in Exercise Physiology with a minor in Nutrition from UMASS Lowell. At the New England School of Acupuncture, Am pursued a dual track in Chinese Herbal Medicine and Orthopedic Acupuncture.

Am’s focus has been in orthopedic, acute pain management, chronic illnesses, women’s health, and mental-emotional issues (i.e. insomnia, depression, anxiety, etc.). She believes a natural approach can reach root causes resulting in harmonious health and wellness.

Am’s orthopedic approach includes local trigger point needling, electro-stimulation, adjunctive therapies like gua sha, and cupping. Each technique is used based on the unique presentation of the individual.

She lives the vegan lifestyle with the belief that we should contribute to the least amount of suffering as guests on this planet.

Am holds a Masters Degree in both Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She is board certified by th... Read More

Michael Costantino MAOM Lic. AC. LMT. is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist, and Chinese Herbalist. A native of Abington, Massachusetts, Michael grew up immersed in a family of eleven and developed an early interest in health and fitness. Diagnosed with Lyme disease at thirteen, his illness led to a fascination with the principles of holistic healing and the power of the body to self-heal.

At Spatech Institute he received his Massage License and a strong foundation of body work. He continued his pursuit at the New England School of Acupuncture at MCPHS, learning about Traditional Chinese Medicine and how it can work with the ever-changing landscape of the body to keep it in a balanced state, able to thrive over the long haul, in any environment. Michael is trained in Chinese, Japanese, and Orthopedic needling techniques along with Chinese Herbal Medicine. He also employs practices such as gua sha, cupping, and qi gong to help direct and communicate with the body’s natural healing mechanisms. Michael treats a range of conditions, such as stress, pain, sports injuries, digestion, chronic fatigue, headaches, menstrual imbalances, fertility, poor sleep, ear, eyes, nose and throat, colds and flu, and more.

Michael Costantino MAOM Lic. AC. LMT. is a Licensed Acupuncturist, Massage Therapist, and Chinese... Read More

Noel A. Poirier is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, a graduate of The New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) earning a Masters degree in Acupuncture with a concentration in Chinese Acupuncture.

With 10 years of experience in patient care and healing, Noel brings invaluable skills and expertise to our acupuncture program at Tufts. He is familiar with treating a wide range of issues - Orthopedic Acupuncture, Pediatric Acupuncture, Women’s Health, Oncology, Internal Medicine, and Mental/Emotional Health.

For his younger patients (pediatric/high school/young adult) he is often helping them with sports injuries, pain management, conditions such as asthma, allergies, ADHD, sleep issues, hormonal balance/menstrual, anxiety, or depression.

Before becoming an acupuncturist, Noel’s background in mechanical engineering (Building Consulting) honed his analytical and problem-solving skills, which he now applies to the many complex layers of the body and treatment.

Noel brings a strong ability to connect with and welcome patients of all ages and provide effective healing.

Noel A. Poirier is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, a graduate of The New England School... Read More