Non-discrimination: El Dorado Community Acupuncture does not discriminate on the basis of race or national origin, age, religion, ability, education, height, weight, body type, marital status, sexual orientation, sex, or gender identity. All are welcome!
Clinic environment: The soothing atmosphere in our clinic exists because all of our patients create it by relaxing together. We appreciate everyone’s presence! This kind of collective stillness is a rare and precious thing in our rushed and busy society. In order to make our community treatment room enjoyable for everyone please observe the following courtesies: turn cell phones off in the treatment room, keep voices low, and avoid wearing scented products which can trigger allergic reactions in many people.
Illness policy: Patients with symptoms of acute illness are not permitted to enter the clinic. EDCA does not provide acute or emergency care. If you have had a positive Covid test or a known exposure, please follow current CDC guidelines for quarantine and isolation. Your cooperation helps to protect the more vulnerable members of our community- thank you!
Cancellation policy: You can cancel online up to 12 hours prior to the appointment. Appointments missed without notice or canceled with less than 12 hours’ notice will be billed $25. Exceptions will be made in the case of acute illness or emergency.
Drop-ins: I am currently providing treatment by appointment only. You can often schedule same-day appointments online.
Treatment Length: To ensure enough space for everyone, return visits are limited to 45 minutes. Please allow one hour for first-time visits.
Kids in the clinic: I do treat children at EDCA provided that they are able to sit quietly during their treatment. Children should be accompanied by an adult. Some caregivers bring books or DVDs with headphones to occupy kids during treatment. 15 minutes is usually plenty of time for a younger child. We find that kids who want to receive treatment usually do fine; if your child is frightened or just isn’t interested in treatment it is probably better to wait until they are older.
Animals in the clinic: We do NOT treat pets at EDCA, and do not allow animals into the treatment room with the exception of service animals as required by law.
Closing time: The clinic will close 45 minutes after the last appointment time.