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Sadie helped me throughout my quest to get pregnant. A year later I am the mother of two gorgeous children. It is clear that Sadie knows her stuff when it comes to reproductive acupuncture and she is able to bridge the gap between Western and Eastern medicine, helping me to make sense of how acupuncture and herbs worked to optimize my potential for conceiving. She is warm and nurturing … but always extremely professional. She has unbelievable patience and wisdom in answering questions and giving straight answers. Sadie was very encouraging of all the aspects of my treatment plan: she recommended dietary restrictions, supplements, and was very supportive when I ultimately decided to go the route of IVF. I always looked forward to our sessions and still keep in touch when I have questions. She is generous in heart and spirit. I can’t say enough great things about her. -Elana B.
Sadie was my introduction to acupuncture about 2 years ago and I’m currently seeing her to the day. She is a phenomenal woman… if ever a question in life, she is my go-to lady. She has an ample amount of information with an abundant amount of care and concern, always. Sadie has opened my eyes to a healthier, happier life. She’s wonderful.. and I HIGHLY recommend her to any and everyone! -Natalie D.
I first started seeing Sadie at a really difficult and stressful point in my life- I had been struggling with infertility issues for almost a year and was feeling more confused and frustrated with my body and less hopeful about conceiving a child than ever. Sadie is so open, compassionate, and calm that I felt immediately comfortable and confident under her care even though I had never tried acupuncture before. Sadie helped me regain my hope. I started seeing an RE about the same time as I started seeing Sadie. She worked with my RE’s guidelines and was easily able to tailor an acupuncture plan that fit my unique needs. She always put my health and well-being as a priority. Today, I’m thrilled to say that I’m pregnant with twins! Sadie was there with me every step of the way and she has safely gotten me through my first trimester. Sadie is SO wonderful about answering all of my questions, listening to my concerns, and instilling in me a calm and confidence that I still carry within. I can’t thank her enough and I would highly recommend Sadie Minkoff to anyone considering acupuncture. -Katie K.
Sadie is nothing short of amazing. I have been seeing her for quite some time for a variety of issues, and she has always offered extensive clinic information, and empathetic ear, and effective herbal remedies in conjuncture with acupuncture. She typically provides me with more comprehensive medical information than my physician. Her treatments helped significantly improve my migraines, helped me get over bronchitis that had lasted for weeks, and she is currently helping me address reproductive issues. I cannot recommend Sadie highly enough. -Shannon K.
I highly recommend Sadie Minkoff. I’ve been going to see her since early June. She specializes in ‘reproductive acupuncture’ and i went after a m/c to help me feel more balanced and healed, hormonally, and in general. I was already a strong believer in acupuncture, and felt treatments could help me again.
This age-old medicine and treatment has long addressed issues that western medicine does not really even look at. After three treatments, i feel much better. I’m less stressed, more positive, and sleeping more soundly. Sadie has a holistic approach and is kind, gentle, and smart. If you are new to acupuncture, do try it! the needles do not hurt! -M.G.
I feel like you have and are helping me move on to a better way of life. I plan to use my new health and happiness to continue to find ways to “pay it forward” as they say, to the best of my ability. It’s the least I can do.
I am very grateful for all you do for myself and my loved ones. Your presence in our lives is deeply cherished by each one of us.
With deepest respect, love and gratitude,
-B.F.
Dear Sadie,
I really believe that working with you is one of the main reasons I’m pregnant today. You’ve been such a great support through this journey and I so appreciate everything you’ve done.
Love,
-Karen
I first tried acupuncture during my 5th month of pregnancy. I had stopped taking many of my medications for allergies/asthma/sinus problems due to concerns about their safety during pregnancy, and was really suffering from congestion, discomfort and fatigue. The acupuncture not only gave me significant relief from my long-standing problems, but also helped a great deal with the general discomfort of pregnancy. Sadie was careful to know all of my medical details and work with my other doctors. I was 100% comfortable that her approach was safe and cautious. She also gave me very helpful recommendations on diet, stress management, and exercise. Her all-inclusive approach to improving and maintaining my health not only gave me dramatic relief during my third trimester, but has also helped me significantly with my long-term health. For the past 6 years I had taken 3-5 medications a day. Now, with acupuncture, herbal therapy, and an improved diet, I just use my inhaler a few times a month before a run on a cold day.
-Dr. Schrager, DVM
Hi Sadie. I’ve got great news to share with you – Sophie was born on Oct. 19th at 11:33 pm, weighing all of 6 lbs, 7 oz! Thank you for all of your help and positive energy to get us here.
-Amy
My husband’s morphology has greatly improved and my body is much more responsive to treatments even without injectibles. I produced 6 mature follicles last month on 50 mg. of Clomid alone. This of course makes me feel a lot better b/c I am taking much less medication than before but getting better results. Also, both times they tested mid-leuteal my progesterone levels were off the chart. So, the good news is that I think we are both in prime condition.
Also, the choices we have made in our diets (thanks to your education) have also been nice to our waistlines:) And allergies and colds are much less severe since giving up dairy. I have been spreading the word and trying to educate others about this and leafy greens, 100% whole wheat, etc. It really has become part of our healthier life style and we feel great so thank you:)
-Rebecca D.
Hi Sadie, I just wanted to let you know that the acupuncture and herbs helped get my body into balance and our 3rd cycle was a great success. Alexander was born March 3, 2008. He weighed 8 lbs and measured 21.25 inches. Hope all is well.
-Sarah
I got my first session with Sadie at CFP while pregnant and I really enjoyed it since it provided a lot of relaxation mentally and physically. I’ll have to go back again some time once I can leave the baby for a few hours at home with the husband.
I also like the fact that it’s a combination of western and eastern practice instead of being dogmatic about which one is better.
-K.L.
Sadie told me that I wasn’t due to have my baby for another three weeks. Who was she kiddin’? I was due in ONE week! Psssh! She told me this after taking my pulse and lookin’ at my tongue a little. Aaaaand she totally called it. My child was two weeks late! -Nicole L.
Sadie is an extremely professional provider. Her patience and kindness made the whole acupuncture experience enjoyable and beneficial. Sadie provided a restorative treatment which helped me get back to a normal and painless activity after a surgery. She answered every question I had in the most professional manner, was always available, knowledgeable and encouraging. Thank you Sadie!
-G.M.
I had the baby yesterday! You were right, a girl! Our last treatment did it, contractions were no less then 5 minutes apart once I left! Thanks you!
-Holly
Acupuncture has dramatically improved the quality of my life! Sadie and I have been working on building back up my energy after a particularly stressful and depleting time. I’ve notice a big improvement in my energy level, as well as my mood and stamina. Also, while of course life is still at times very stressful, I’m able to handle those moments/situations much better — and, they don’t take such a toll on me. I recommend acupuncture to everyone I know, as soon as they tell me they have an ailment I recommend they get a treatment.
-A.R.
When I started acupuncture with Sadie I was at a very low point with my health, both physically and emotionally. I had severe digestion problems that were interfering with my daily life. A regimen of acupuncture and Chinese herbs greatly improved my digestion. And Sadie and Michelle´s advice on nutrition and other exercises I could do to feel better also really helped. Another huge benefit that I (unsuspectingly) received from my acupuncture sessions was a significant improvement in my chronic depression and anxiety that I have struggled with for years. Acupuncture helped me to reconnect with my emotions and my body, greatly reducing my stress and anxiety and starting to undo what had taken decades to do. I left each treatment feeling amazingly calm and empowered. Sadie is extremely intuitive and has a very healing and nurturing energy about her. She concentrates on a holistic approach to health, integrating the mind and the body. I learned something new or gained a new tool for coping nearly every session. My friends tease me because in almost all of our conversations I start a sentence with “my acupuncturist says…”. I´ve heard a lot of people express a fear that acupuncture will be painful. If that´s a concern than Sadie is definitely the practitioner you should be with. Most of the time I couldn’t even feel the needles. I highly recommend Sadie as an acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist and feel that my quality of life has significantly improved since beginning treatments.
-Jenn
I was taking pharmaceuticals for mood swings and having terrible side effects. After stopping one of the medications, I was referred to Sadie who started me on acupuncture and herbs. A year later, and through some major life events including 2 deaths and major surgery, I am feeling balanced and have a system in place that not only helps with the mood swings but with keeping my body and emotional state calm and nourished. The acupuncture sessions give me a grounding point periodically, and the herbs are a daily reminder to take care of myself. Thanks, Sadie!
-L.M.
I made my first acupuncture appointment with some reservation. Sadie noticed my nervousness and immediately set about making me comfortable by showing me the needles and explaining the entire process. Since then, I have considered Sadie my primary health care provider and in the year that I have been receiving regular acupuncture I have had more regular cycles, a closer connection to my body, and generally better health. Sadie’s holistic approach to health care, compassionate bedside manner, and skillful wielding of the needles have improved the quality of my life.
-Monica B.
The acupuncture I received from Sadie Minkoff at Central Family Practice was very helpful in my recovery from surgery — and it was such a pleasant experience. I had not had positive acupuncture experiences in the past with another practitioner and was convinced I’d never do this type of therapy again. Connie Ryan, my women’s health practitioner at Central Family Practice, encouraged me to try it and I was certainly interested if it would help me get back to normal and feel good. Since I trust Connie and have relied on her expertise for years, I gave it a go. I was not disappointed in the least.
Sadie was extremely gentle, professional, and thorough. Prior to treatment she interviewed me about my health history, diet, habits, body type, constitution, and tendencies. It was clear she is not only very well trained and highly intelligent, she also wanted to understand me and my body very clearly so she could give me the most beneficial treatment possible. Throughout my time with her, she has offered much valuable advice regarding my overall health, most of which I have put into practice. She is really a font of great information for those who want to live their healthiest life.
The actual acupuncture sessions were so relaxing and so pleasant — never painful or stressful. Sadie incorporates herbs, aromatherapy, light, and other ancient techniques that enhance the effectiveness of the acupuncture. They were more like spa treatments and I felt well cared for and pampered. Sadie also answered my questions which helped me understand how and why acupuncture works.
And help it did. The treatments did help me heal more quickly and more completely than was predicted by my medical team. My ob/gyn surgeon remarked at how quickly I was healing. And I felt better and better with each treatment. I was able to resume my regular activities more readily (though Sadie encouraged me to rest when I was tired) and feel better than ever at the six month mark, though I only needed a few acupuncture sessions.
I will not hesitate to return to Sadie for additional acupuncture treatment when other health issues arise. Further, I would highly recommend that others give her a try.
-Patti D.
This one is simple. If you’re looking to get well and, you’re in a place where you’re willing to consider acupuncture….then go to Sadie.
I have to be 100% honest here; I was not a believer of acupuncture but we had exhausted all our options. No treatments or medications were helping the fatigue, heat intolerance, and neuropathy that my wife had due to her neurological disease which is a kin to Multiple Sclerosis.
Well let me tell you, we are now borderline evangelical about acupuncture. My wife is off all of her medications and her neurologist told her that she could resume a normal life. This is the same neurologist that told her she would never recover!
My wife told Sadie she would do exactly what she said she needed to do for 3 months and then decide if she wanted to continue. Well it worked. Pure and simple.
Sadie works within a clinic that includes an MD, a dietitian, nurses, acupuncturists etc. This is a one stop shop for your health needs.
-C.F.
I first contacted Sadie because I was seeking much needed relief from a recurring medical condition.
It didn’t take me long under her care to realize that it wasn’t simply about addressing one issue but about gaining perspective and understanding of my overall health and well-being.
This experience has been more than I could have hoped for physically and spiritually.
I feel much healthier and balanced and have wonderful tools to continue to apply throughout my life.
I can’t recommend Sadie and her acupuncture practice enough.
She not only provides great knowledge and technique, but also compassion and intuition. A truly gifted practitioner.
-Kathy
I had been seeing my regular physician for over 2 years about my high blood pressure. My frustration with my doctor was that I would take 2 hours out of my workday just so I could have the privilege to be examined for about 15 minutes. After 2 year of the same medicine and the same advise to eat right and exercise, my blood pressure was still exceptionally high. Upon recommendation from some friends I decided to give acupuncture a try.
Even though, I’m of Chinese descent, I’m embarrassed to admit that I know very little about this practice. I still had an image of being turned into a human pincushion! However, I was pleasantly surprised by the level of care provided by Sadie. She settled my doubts by going over thoroughly my medical history. She also took the time to go over the principles of acupuncture with me. She explained that acupuncture views the body as an ecological system and not just a series of complaints and symptoms. And that just like the flow of blood there is another essential flowing energy called Chi which can be blocked in certain areas and overabundant in others. The acupuncture needles help stimulate this flow of energy. Sadie explained it so well that I was certainly willingly to give it a try.
When I came into the examining room it was a very pleasant atmosphere. She made a point to tell me that the needles were sterilized and that they would be disposed of after a single use. The actual acupuncture session took about an hour. You can hardly feel the needles because they weren’t jabbed in but almost placed on the surface of the skin. After Sadie finished the treatment I really got a feeling of being taken of.
I’ve gone to Sadie for several treatments now. I never had to wait and I feel great after each visit! And to top it all off, my blood pressure has indeed gone down to a manageable level! My only regret is that I didn’t come to her sooner!
Thanks a lot for everything!
-Kai Y.