Nationally Board Licensed, Dr. Skyeler Francis is the founder and owner of Heal Natural Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine. Dr. Francis is motivated to prevent health imbalances by integrating the centuries old diagnostic skills and medicines of Traditional East Asian Medicine coupled with the cutting-edge advances of modern Science and Functional Medicine. He’s excited to share the proven efficacy of thousands ofyears of Traditional East Asian Medicine and believe’s it is poised to make the greatest contribution to society, to date.

Heather Galloway, MS, EAMP, L.Ac. is a East Asian Medicine Practitioner and Board Certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist in Washington state.

Heather is passionate about natural medicine and the finding harmony within. Her journey into acupuncture started in 1999 when she suffered from debilitating digestive issues that frequently would land her in the doctor's office or the hospital. With test after test and no diagnosis given, she was left frustrated and in chronic pain. She sought out the help of a skilled acupuncturist and, after four treatments, her acupuncturist helped her determine what the root cause of her problem was and thus began her healing and transformation.

As a practitioner her main goal is to help others see themselves holistically and to create the path to wellness they deserve. The healing process can be difficult at times, but identifying the root of a problem combined with the support and guidance from acupuncture and Chinese medicine can lead to restoring the overall balance of the body.

Heather received her Master's Degree of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and her Bachelor of Science in Natural Health Sciences from Bastyr University. She is a NCCAOM (National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine) Board Certified Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist. Her clinical experience includes:

Bastyr Center for Natural Health (Seattle, WA)
Chronic Fatigue Clinic, Harborview Medical Center (Seattle, WA)
International Clinic, Harborview Medical Center (Seattle, WA)
Chengdu University of TCM Hospital (Chengdu, China)

I am always astounded by how resilient the human body is, and most of the time we do not appreciate it until there is a barrier that is preventing us from feeling optimal. For those of you that have had a sports related injury or any physical injury, there are times where you will surprise yourself with how quickly you can recover. I have personally used acupuncture to benefit physical endurance, alignment, and rehabilitation in exercise and my maintenance of overall health. Not only do acupuncture and herbs help to keep you looking and feeling good, regular treatments can also help to keep your immune system strong throughout the year!

I grew up drinking the herbal teas my mother used to make for my sister and me. She always told me that this was the way of taking care of the body, as these Chinese herbal remedies were passed down to her from my ancestors. I always doubted her until I decided to go to school to satiate my curiosity of my Chinese heritage and of alternative forms of medicine.

I have always been interested in medicine and finished my bachelors in microbiology and clinical laboratory science with hopes of going to medical school. After doing some research at Miami University about Aloe vera and its medicinal properties, and with some inspiration from my family, I made plans to pursue graduate studies at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. So far my journey to San Diego has opened my eyes to the benefits of both Eastern and Western medicines, which has also blessed me with the rewarding ability to help others. I am truly grateful for all the wonderful people that I have met along the way!

I am a huge supporter of preventative medicine and aging gracefully by living a healthy lifestyle. Some of my favorite hobbies include yoga, running, traveling, cooking with friends, and learning about different cultures around me. I want to support you in what you love to do, especially if you want to live a better quality of life. I will tailor my treatments to your specific needs, and we will use realistic approaches to achieve results. I want to be part of your health and "feel-good" team.

I believe when you treat your body well and with respect, it will reward you a thousand-fold!

I invite you to come in and make an appointment with me. I would love to meet you and help you discover how acupuncture can change your life.

Here you will find a team that cares, works hard, and is dedicated towards your health and well-being by providing an integrated and alternative solution to your suffering.

Having evolved over thousands of years, acupuncture is one of the oldest continually practiced medical modalities in the world. A treatment involves the insertion and manipulation of flexible, hair-thin needles at specific points along the body's meridian pathways, which are channels through which the body’s energy is thought to flow. Acupuncture is a safe, effective, chemical-free way to promote the body's remarkable self-healing abilities. It is used to prevent and treat disease, relieve pain, balance mood, enhance athletic performance, increase fertility, and improve overall health and wellness