Meet the Practitioners

Healing is an art,
not a formula.

Our practitioners bring deep expertise, genuine care, and a whole-patient philosophy. We listen differently here.

Sarah Lee Kim, L.Ac.
L.AcLicensed
Acupuncturist
Founder & Lead Practitioner
Sarah Lee Kim

Sarah's journey into Eastern medicine began watching her father practice Koryo Hand Acupuncture and prescribe herbal remedies for family and friends. A personal experience in high school with compound herbal therapy and moxibustion — which helped her avoid surgery — opened her eyes to the transformative power of classical medicine.

She completed her B.S. in Biology and Chinese Culture at Emory University, then her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine at South Baylo University. She has worked in Beverly Hills under Cedar Sinai Health Associates, participated in community health seminars, and completed medical mission work in China and Vietnam. Sarah has been in practice in El Segundo since 2013.

"My job is not to fix you. Your body already knows how to heal. My job is to remove what's in the way."

— Sarah Lee Kim, L.Ac.
Education & Credentials
B.S. Biology & Chinese Culture — Emory University
M.S. Oriental Medicine — South Baylo University, Anaheim
California Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.)
Certified Herbalist — Classical Chinese Pharmacology
Medical Missions — China & Vietnam
Serving South Bay & Westside LA since 2013
Clinical Specialties
Chronic pain — back, neck, joint, nerve, and post-surgical
Anxiety, insomnia, and stress-related conditions
Women's health — fertility, cycle regulation, menopause
Hormone imbalance and endocrine support
Headaches and migraines — including hormonal
Digestive disorders — IBS, reflux, bloating
Classical herbal medicine and custom formula design
Facial rejuvenation acupuncture and gua sha
Dr. Hee Young Chun, DAOM
DAOMDoctor of
Oriental Medicine
Associate Practitioner
Dr. Hee Young Chun

Dr. Chun is a seasoned acupuncturist and herbalist who majored in Bioscience, earned her Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, and went on to complete her Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine — bringing exceptional depth to her practice.

She trained under Dr. Choi, a master of the One Needle Technique — a rare Korean acupuncture method that diagnoses the root cause of illness and treats systematically. Dr. Chun views the body as a small universe where all parts are interdependent, and believes the body has the power to heal itself when given the right support.

drchunacupuncture.com

Education & Credentials
B.S. Bioscience
M.S. Oriental Medicine — California Board Examination
DAOM — Doctorate of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
Trained in One Needle Technique under Dr. Choi
Clinical Specialties
Stress-related disorders — muscle tightness, indigestion, insomnia, headaches, dry eyes
Acute & chronic pain from personal injuries, accidents, and post-operative rehabilitation
Spinal conditions — disc herniations, degenerative disc disease, arthritis, sciatica, spinal stenosis
Alopecia areata — sudden hair loss and circular bald patches
One Needle Technique — advanced root-cause diagnosis and treatment
Our Approach
Root-cause medicine
We treat the pattern, not the symptom. Every intake is a genuine conversation — not a checklist.
Our Philosophy
The body heals itself
We don't fix people — we remove obstacles. Your body already carries the intelligence to restore itself.
Our Community
South Bay since 2013
Rooted in El Segundo, serving Torrance, Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach, and Westside LA.
Begin Your Healing

Your first step
back to feeling well.

New patients are warmly welcomed. Your first visit includes a full intake consultation — unhurried time so Sarah can understand your whole picture before treatment begins.

Schedule an Appointment
Mon – Fri  Sarah   7am – 1pm
Tue – Fri  Dr. Chun   1:30 – 7pm
(951) 297-9445 · El Segundo, CA