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Te Awhina Aranui-Tate

Practice Business Manager

Te Awhina Aranui-Tate brings a wealth of experience to her role as Practice Business Manager at Pure Health Alliance. Her journey with acupuncture began as a personal endeavor to manage pain and rehabilitate from sports injuries and extended to aiding her dog’s recovery from paralysis. This profound connection to acupuncture fuels her dedication to holistic health and wellness.

With a strong background in business management and a passion for integrative medicine, Te Awhina is committed to enhancing patient care and promoting the benefits of acupuncture within the community.

Outside the clinic, Te Awhina enjoys outdoor adventures, exploring new cuisines, and is deeply involved in the Women’s Rugby and Touch Rugby community. She holds coaching roles at the University of San Diego, the San Diego Surfers Rugby Football Club, and USA Touch. Supporting women+ initiatives and organizations like these is especially close to her heart.

"Dr. Harrington is very attentive and compassionate. Her knowledge and expertise in acupuncture was evident in just the first visit."

– S.

"Hi Dr. Chang, Just checking in to let you know that I feel awesome. I have not been sick since I started seeing you. Even with all of the travel I have been doing I have not caught anything! Thank you!"

– P. S.

"After knee surgery to repair my severed anterior circulate ligament (ACL) I was left with numbness and weakness in my knee. After treatment by Dr. Chang, I recovered sensation and strength in my knee and was able to resume the my active life style. I’m grateful to Dr. Chang and highly recommend her as a competent clinician."

– J. S.

"Dr. Chang is a fantastic and knowledgeable acupuncturist. I saw her for about 2 months for an injury in my right shoulder and neck. I was unable to sleep at night because of the pain and was also feeling numbness in my hand. After the first few treatments I felt a measurable improvement in the pain and had increased movement. After about 10 treatments I have not had any more issues with my neck and shoulder. I highly recommend her!"

– S. C.

"Dear Dr. Chang, Thank you so much for seeing me on short notice. I wanted to let you know that my anxiety has been greatly decreased and my sense of groundedness and peace has returned. I am so relieved and grateful to have you nearby to help me when I am feeling overwhelmed."

– A. C.

"After a several-months-long progression of decreasing range of motion and increasing pain in my shoulder, I was at my wit’s end. After only one treatment by Dr. Chang, I had nearly full movement and significantly less pain than after two months of physical therapy! Thanks Dr. Chang!"

– L. C.

"Hey Dr. C, I was able to get through my chemo and I want to thank you for the treatment. I’m resting at home today and not feeling as fatigued and miserable as I usually feel post-chemo. Thank you for the ongoing support and see you next week!"

– T. C.

"Dr. Harrington is very attentive and compassionate. He’s knowledge and expertise in acupuncture was evident in just the first visit."

– K.M.

"Dr. Chang and her staff are amazing! Really knowledgeable and she's a miracle worker, seriously. She's got the Midas touch."

– P.W.

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