Dr. Mark Franco

Dr. Mark Franco

DC, ACUPUNTURIST

Mark Franco, a California Board Certified acupuncturist with over 20 years of experience, our clinic is committed to providing individualized acupuncture services that promote healing, recovery, and holistic wellness. 

I offer a comprehensive East-West integrative approach that bridges the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with the evidence-based findings of modern medical research. By combining acupuncture, herbal medicine, and nutritional guidance, I provide holistic care designed to address not only the immediate, surface-level symptoms (the “branches”) but also the underlying imbalances (the “root cause”) of health issues.

Here is how my approach provides a superior, collaborative patient experience:

• Holistic, Root-Cause Focus: Unlike approaches that solely manage symptoms, I use TCM diagnostic tools—including pulse and tongue assessment—to understand the full spectrum of your health, addressing the root causes of chronic pain, stress, or internal disorders.

• Acupuncture & Herbs: I integrate acupuncture with Chinese herbal medicine to treat patients holisticallly, providing tailored treatments that nourish the body from within and support the immune and digestive systems.

• Modern Research Integration: I stay updated on modern pharmacology and medical studies that validate traditional practices, enhancing safety and ensuring that treatments like herbal medicine and acupuncture effectively complement your overall wellness.

• Collaborative Patient Care: I act as a partner in your health journey, not a replacement for conventional medicine. I am committed to working directly with both the patient and their medical doctors (primary care, specialists) to provide the best patient care possible and ensure all treatments are coordinated.

• Individualized Wellness Plan: Whether treating an injury, reducing the side effects of conventional medication or speeding recovery from surgery, I work with you to develop a personalized, integrated plan that respects both the immediate needs and long-term health goals.

“My goal is to create a seamless synergy between Eastern holistic traditions and Western medical diagnostics, offering a truly integrative path to health and longevity”.