Noel Poirier, Lic Ac
New England Integrated Health
124 Professors Row, Medford, MA, 02155-5816
Noel A. Poirier is a board certified licensed acupuncturist, a graduate of The New England School of Acupuncture (NESA) earning a Masters degree in Acupuncture with a concentration in Chinese Acupuncture. With 10 years of experience in patient care and healing, Noel brings invaluable skills and expertise to our acupuncture program at Tufts. He is familiar with treating a wide range of issues - Orthopedic Acupuncture, Pediatric Acupuncture, Women's Health, Oncology, Internal Medicine, and Mental/Emotional Health. For his younger patients (pediatric/high school/young adult) he is often helping them with sports injuries, pain management, conditions such as asthma, allergies, ADHD, sleep issues, hormonal balance/menstrual, anxiety, or depression. Before becoming an acupuncturist, Noel’s background in mechanical engineering (Building Consulting) honed his analytical and problem-solving skills, which he now applies to the many complex layers of the body and treatment. Noel brings a strong ability to connect with and welcome patients of all ages and provide effective healing.
When you arrive for your first acupuncture appointment you and your provider will discuss your condition, and your pulse and tongue will be examined, which are two of the basic diagnostic methods of Oriental medicine. The acupuncture points chosen will depend on your condition, but you can expect approximately 20 needles. Once the needles are inserted, you are left to lie comfortably for 15-20 minute increments with the needles in place. Many people find acupuncture treatment deeply relaxing, and it is not uncommon for patients to fall asleep during this time. At the end of the treatment, adjunctive therapies may be used, such as gua sha, cupping, or tui na.