Rachel Hemphill

PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...

Frozen embryo transfer (FET) is a procedure involving the insertion of previously frozen embryos into the uterus. Achieving optimal success in FET relies heavily on the health and quality of the uterine lining. Integrating acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine...

PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...

Fertility Acupuncture: A Holistic Approach to Boosting Reproductive Wellness What is Fertility Acupuncture? How to Find a Fertility Acupuncturist Initial Consultation: Setting the Stage for Success During the Fertility Acupuncture Session: What Happens?...

PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...

City Pulse Acupuncture, a leader in fertility wellness and Traditional Chinese Medicine, is thrilled to announce its relocation to a convenient and spacious facility on Grand Avenue in Oakland. This strategic move marks the beginning of an exciting chapter for City...

The age-related decrease in fertility is typically attributed to a decline in egg quality and sperm quality. As we age, the mitochondria in our reproductive systems become less effective at producing Adenosine Triphosphate or ATP. ATP is produced by the mitochondria...

Microneedling is the insertion of very fine short needles that penetrate the skin to trigger the body’s natural ability to rejuvenate and repair tissue. Using a microneedling pen or dermaroller, these tiny needles create controlled micro-injuries in the skin’s...

PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...

In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the spleen is central to overall vitality. Far from its Western medical definition, the spleen in TCM is seen as the powerhouse of digestion and transformation. It’s responsible for converting food into usable nutrients and Qi,...

City Pulse Acupuncture has adopted the strictest safety procedures and protocols due to COVID-19. Masks remain mandatory at all times, regardless of vaccination status. All of our staff members are FULLY vaccinated and boosted and wear KN-95 masks at all times. STAFF...

Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we are taking extensive measures to keep our patients, staff and the communities we serve safe. LIMITED IN-PERSON OFFICE VISITS Rachel is only treating established patients in the clinic on a case-by-case basis. If you are a new...

PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...

PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...

A frozen embryo transfer is a cycle in which frozen embryos are thawed and then inserted into the uterus; these frozen embryos are sourced from a fresh donor or IVF egg retrieval cycle. In order to have the highest possible success rate, the health of the uterus and...

A centuries old practicing dating back to use on an empress in the Song Dynasty in 1279 AD, an acupuncture facial treatment involves the insertion of acupuncture needles into fine lines and wrinkles on the face and neck in order to reduce the visible signs of aging....

In approximately 40 percent of infertile couples, the male partner is either the sole cause or a contributing cause of infertility (ASRM, 2017). A CDC study analyzed data from the 2002 National Survey of Family Growth and found that 7.5% of all sexually experienced...

In traditional Chinese medicine, sufficient rest to ensure complete recovery from childbirth is paramount. This involves 30 days (or even 100 days in some classic texts) of recovery time post-childbirth. While this may sound like an excessive or antiquated practice,...

Louise Brown, who was born in England on July 25, 1978, marked the initial success of in vitro fertilization (IVF). IVF is a standard medical procedure that has led to the birth of 8 million babies. In many countries worldwide, 3-6% of all children are now conceived...

In Chinese medicine ​dampness​ is a pathological factor that can either invade us from the outside or arise from an internal imbalance. Dampness is an overly wet or moist condition. A little bit of dampness or mucus in the body is normal to moisten the digestive tract...

A Chinese Medicine Guide for the 1st Trimester Acupuncture During the first 12 weeks, acupuncture can greatly reduce the risk of miscarriage and for this reason we highly recommend coming in weekly. Spotting, bleeding and/or cramping are not uncommon in early...

Acupuncture and herbal medicine can be used throughout the IVF process in support of a successful cycle. Preparation When acupuncture and herbal medicine are used in preparation for IVF, they can increase blood flow to the uterus and ovaries. This can result in a...

PCOS and PMOS: The Name Has Changed In May 2026, a global medical consensus published in The Lancet officially renamed Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) to Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS). The new name better reflects the condition's hormonal and...