About Us
WELCOME TO THE OM ACUPUNCTURE WELLNESS
What does “OM” mean?
1. OM abbreviation
Oriental Medicine
The OM Acupuncture Wellness provides variety of natural healing modalities based on the Oriental Medicine to help your entire body health.
2. om \ ˈōm \
The om refers to peace, tranquility and unity. The sound and vibrations energize your body and calm your nervous system. It helps to connect people to people, time to time, and the universe to us.
Fall in love with healing yourself at The OM Acupuncture Wellness.
MISSION
The OM Acupuncture Wellness is your relaxing and restful healing place. We offer safe and effective treatment and wellness services optimizing balance of your health.
We aim:
• To provide highest quality of care and services to our community
• To listen attentively our patients to address their concerns and needs
• To support and serve the well-being of our community
Experience the greater health with The OM acupuncture and wellness care.
The OM acupuncture invites you.
Dr. Heejoo Hong, DAOM, L.Ac.
Founder & Owner: Licensed Acupuncturist, Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
Dr. Hong is a compassionate Licensed Acupuncturist, Wellness Coach, and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. Dr. Hong is dedicated to listen to her patients carefully to address their concerns and to educate them to achieve optimal health.
Dr. Hong’s tenure at the spinal center and medical centers has brought on extensive understanding of both modern and traditional medicines. While overseeing the acupuncture department, she designed and implemented various clinical programs in pain management, mind health, weight loss, detox, women’s health, children’s health, allergy, skin rejuvenation, hair loss, and body contouring. She will help you to have a detailed understanding of your body and find a comprehensive personalized care plan with safe and optimized treatment.
With over 15 years of practice as an acupuncturist, Dr. Hong performs full range of acupuncture techniques including TCM, 4 Needles Technique, VST, Anatomical Acupuncture, Kinetic Acupuncture, Trigger Point Technique, Facial and Hair Rejuvenation Acupuncture and Guasha, Cupping, Scalp Acupuncture, and Auricular Acupuncture. She was also involved in various research projects and successfully introduced Traditional Chinese Medicine to other health care providers as a part of the IOMRI (International Oriental Medical Research Institute).
Dr. Hong believes that spiritual well-being is equally important for a balanced healthy life. When Dr. Hong is not working, she enjoys traveling with her husband and experiences new cultures and cuisines. She adores hairy friends including her cat Cookie. Dr. Hong is an avid yogi and also enjoys Pilates. With her love for the outdoors, you may run into her at one of the hiking trails of San Diego. Don’t forget to say “Hi!”
PROFESSIONAL STUDY AND AFFILIATION
• B.A., Molecular and Cell Biology, UC Berkeley, CA
• M.S.,Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture, Southern California University, CA
• D.A.O.M., Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Emperor’s College, CA
• Former Vice President, IOMRI (International Oriental Medical Research Institute), CA
• Certified Member, Korean Medicine Facial Rejuvenation Society, Seoul, Korea
• Certified Practitioner, Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture and Facial Cupping Guasha, Michelle Gellis, L.Ac
• Certified Health Care Practitioner, Metagenics(First Line Therapy), CA
• Researcher/Presenter, iSAMS (Symposium on Acupuncture and Meridian Studies) Conference at UC Irvine, CA
• Medical Volunteer, Los Angeles 2015 Special Olympics World Summer Games, CA
• Certified Practitioner, Willed Body Program at UC Irvine, CA
• Certified Practitioner, AISA (Association of International Saam Acupuncture), CA
• Clinical Residency Program, Samra Hamsoa Acupuncture Spinal Center, CA
• Practitioner, Dr. Midas, CA
• Supervisor Acupuncturist, Acupia Wellness Acupuncture Inc., CA
• Practitioner, Mountain Health and Community Services Inc., CA
Dr. Seon Yool Song, DAOM, L.Ac
Dr. Song brings a neuroscience informed perspective to acupuncture and integrative care, with an academic background in Biopsychology, Cognition, and Neuroscience from the University of Michigan. She understands the body as an interconnected system, recognizing how the brain, nervous system, and internal organs influence pain, circulation, immunity, metabolism, and emotional health. Her approach focuses on identifying root causes rather than treating symptoms alone.
She believes in the body’s innate capacity for self healing and supports this process through acupuncture, electroacupuncture, cupping, moxibustion, and customized herbal medicine when appropriate. Known for her gentle and attentive care, Dr. Song creates a calm and supportive treatment environment while integrating mind body practices such as breathing and meditation to promote balance and recovery.
Dr. Song emphasizes preventive medicine and personalized care, designing treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique constitution and lifestyle to support long term health and resilience.
Outside of her clinical work, she enjoys spending time in nature, attending classical music and ballet performances, and exploring local food through the East Asian medicine principle that food is medicine.
SPECIALTIES
• Autonomic Nervous System Disorders: Chronic fatigue, vagus nerve dysfunction, insomnia, palpitations
• Neurological & Neuromuscular Conditions: Migraines, post-stroke care, muscle spasms, peripheral neuropathy
• Circulatory & Blood Disorders: Blood pressure regulation, Raynaud’s syndrome, edema, dizziness
• Orthopedic & Rehabilitation Care: Sports injuries, neck pain, headaches, post-surgical recovery and rehabilitation
• Holistic Wellness & Longevity: Immune support, preventive care, constitutional balance and body regulation
• Women’s Health: Fertility support and reproductive care, menopause syndrome
Dr. Yi-Chun Yvonne Ko, DTCM, L.Ac
Dr. Ko is a second generation acupuncturist, growing up in a family of oriental medicine practitioners. Dr. Ko’s approach to the treatment of illness is through a holistic approach, merging the vital chi energy and meridians with natural medicine.
With 5 years of extensive acupuncture clinical experience, Dr. Ko utilizes a full spectrum of acupuncture techniques to treat and heal her patients. These include traditional Chinese Acupuncture, E-Stim Acupuncture, Facial Acupuncture, Auricular, Tui Na, Fire cupping, Gua Sha, Moxibustion, Herbal Medicine, and Nutrition. In addition, Dr. Ko serves her patients with compassionate listening and communication on her patients’ health concerns, to provide the utmost care to each patient’s needs with quality health education throughout the treatment process.
Dr. Ko excels in fertility support, drawing from extensive experience in clinics. She’s a trusted guide for individuals and couples on the intricate path of fertility, offering holistic care to optimize reproductive health. As a certified cosmetic acupuncturist, she skillfully blends traditional and cosmetic techniques, enhancing natural beauty and promoting skin health.
In her spare time, Dr. Ko loves bodyboarding and swimming at our beautiful San Diego beaches. She truly enjoys a walk at La Jolla Cove, immersed in the delightful sunset and gentle Pacific Ocean breeze, while paying a visit to her favorite seal friends.
SPECIALTIES
• Fertility support and reproductive care
• Menopause syndrome
• Immune and auto-immune disease
• Facial acupuncture
• Eczema, psoriasis
• Digestive GI disorders
• Acute or chronic muscle pain relief
• Anxiety and depression
• Thyroid condition
Dr. Thanhtruc Tran, DACM, L.Ac.
Dr. Thanhtruc Tran is a second-generation acupuncturist from Vietnam. She is deeply passionate about sharing the rich cultural heritage of acupuncture and Chinese medicine with everyone. Having grown up immersed in the traditions of acupuncture and herbal medicine, Dr. Tran brings a unique perspective to healthcare, prioritizing holistic healing methods ingrained in Chinese-Vietnamese culture.
With over five years of experience working with herbs, Dr. Tran has developed a profound interest and expertise in herbal medicine. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine have always been an integral part of her upbringing, where they were used for maintaining wellness and treating ailments.
In addition to her dedication to herbal medicine, Dr. Tran has a keen interest in orthopedic style acupuncture and pain management, stemming from her love for working out, surfing and snowboarding. This passion has led her to specialize in providing effective pain relief through acupuncture techniques tailored to orthopedic conditions.
Dr. Tran has gained valuable experience through internships at UCSD RIMAC and Rady’s Children Hospital, where she assisted young student athletes and children in managing pain through manual release, acupuncture, moxa, and cupping therapies.
Outside of her practice, Dr. Tran enjoys exploring the great outdoors. This love for adventure and sports fuels his commitment to helping others overcome pain and achieve optimal health through acupuncture and holistic wellness practices.
SPECIALTIES
• Orthopedics, muscular and somatic pain: arthritis, back pain, muscle cramp/pain and weakness
• Neurological: headaches, migraines, neurogenic bladder dysfunction, Parkinson’s disease
• Immunology: rhinitis, sinusitis, sore throat. disease
• Psycho-emotional: anxiety, depression, complex-post traumatic stress disorders, sleep disorders, nervousness, addiction.
• GI disorders: gastritis, irritable bowel syndrome, hemorrhoids constipation or diarrhea, IBS, abdominal discomfort and bloating, acid reflux.
Dr. Lee earned his Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. After several years of clinical practice, he returned to pursue and complete his Doctorate degree, further advancing his knowledge and expertise.
Throughout his career, Dr. Lee has worked closely with a variety of medical professionals, including MDs, DOs, and chiropractors. These collaborations deepened his appreciation for integrative medicine and strengthened his ability to combine Eastern and Western approaches for optimal patient outcomes.
With more than 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Lee has successfully treated a diverse range of conditions. His specialties include pain management, with a particular focus on work-related injuries and sports medicine. He has helped numerous injured workers return to their jobs and supported athletes in recovering from and preventing sports-related injuries, while optimizing their performance.
In addition, Dr. Lee has extensive experience treating digestive disorders, immune system imbalances, and respiratory conditions through acupuncture, herbal medicine, and holistic therapies—helping patients achieve better long-term health.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Lee has over 15 years of experience in the food industry, which has fueled his passion for food therapy as a natural complement to acupuncture and holistic health.
Guided by the philosophy that pain and disease should not be addressed through symptomatic treatment alone, Dr. Lee takes a holistic approach to care—treating the whole person, not just the condition.
SPECIALTIES
• Pain management
• Immune disorders
• Sports medicine
• Immune disorders
• Digestive GI disorders
Our Clinic Information
LOCATION
1011 Camino Del Rio South STE100
San Diego CA 92108
CLINIC HOURS
Mon: 10-7pm
Tue: 9:30-6:30pm
Wed: Closed
Thur: 10-7pm
Fri: 10-6pm
Sat: 10-3pm
Sun: Closed
CALL US
619.915.6007
theomacupuncture@gmail.com
