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https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e4cbd9712bac33abe0fd91/12bc8602-f551-4485-8007-cc3b4fd8f4e0/070421_SHOOTT_SERENA_MA-4377.png About me Serena Ma, ND, MS, LAc I’m Dr. Serena. I started my practice in 2007, and I can’t believe how quickly it has gone by! I feel so lucky to support my patients through all stages of their lives and treasure those whom I have known for many years. I love being there for my patients during those crossroads in life, whether it’s dealing with fertility, undergoing cancer treatment, handling a loss, starting a new job here in New York City, or just trying to survive. I see all types of patients with all types of health issues - however have a personal interest in women’s health, fertility (men + women), and anything microbiome related, which is basically everything. I love the human body and am constantly learning how to optimize health. I graduated with honors with an undergraduate degree in Human Physiology from Boston University’s Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation. After college, I was a research assistant at the Brigham & Women's Hospital in Boston doing work in Sleep Medicine and the circadian rhythm. Then, I attended Bastyr University and graduated with both a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND) in 2006 and Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MSAOM) in 2007. During medical school, I received special training in oncology and dermatology. My favorite role as a naturopath is ‘doctor as teacher’. It is my job to teach my patients how their body works - and of course, how to treat it well. For a couple of years, I even taught Biochemistry at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York. I am a licensed naturopathic physician in the state of Vermont (while I eagerly await for licensure in New York). In New York state, I am licensed as an acupuncturist. I am a professional member of the New York Association of Naturopathic Physicians (NYANP). I live in Brooklyn with my partner and my son. I love New York City and its people for its culture and diversity, yet I treasure spending time outdoors in nature. Whenever possible, I try to get outdoors on a hiking trail, but most likely, I’m at a ball field cheering for my son and his team. I see patients weekdays except Tuesdays. 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I am trained in both Western and Chinese herbal medicines and match the herbs to what is most appropriate for my patients. Western vs. Eastern Herbalism Western herbalism may include a single herb or a small combination of herbs. They are often prescribed for a particular symptom or a set of symptoms. Chinese herbalism is different in that it focuses on restoring a balance of energy, body, and spirit to maintain health rather than on treating a particular disease or medical condition. Herbs (formulas) are chosen with the goal of restoring balance based on the Chinese Medicine pattern the patient presents with. Herbal formulations in general may consist of several different ingredients taken in the form of teas, powders, pills, tinctures, or syrups. Chinese herbal formulas can be individually constructed according to the patient’s presentation and are modified as symptoms change. I use Kamwo Herbal Pharmacy for my customized Chinese herbal formulations. https://www.serenitynaturalhealth.com/acupuncture daily 0.75 2025-10-02 https://www.serenitynaturalhealth.com/cupping daily 0.75 2021-07-20 https://www.serenitynaturalhealth.com/moxa daily 0.75 2021-07-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/60e4cbd9712bac33abe0fd91/1626788913346-3RUMMLZFCKZ85QBXNT94/IMG_1240.jpg Moxa - Moxibustion When you enter Serenity Natural Health, you might notice the smokey smell of moxa (compressed mugwort). I mostly do indirect moxa (the moxa never touches your skin). The different forms of indirect moxa are: Moxa Stick - Compressed moxa stick is lit and held over a body part until the body part is warm or slightly reddened. Warming Needle Treatment - Moxa powder is shaped into a ball and placed at the tip of an acupuncture needle and lit to warm the needle and acupuncture point. Stick-on Moxa - A safe and convenient way to stimulate an acupuncture point with moxa, where a small amount of moxa is rolled up in paper as a column with a cardboard barrier with adhesive which sticks to your skin. Moxa Box - Wooden box is placed on your body and moxa is burned in the box to heat the underlying area. I do not direct moxa at Serenity Natural Health due to blistering and scarring. In this technique, a moxa ‘rice grain’ is placed directly on the skin and burned down. Benefits of Moxibustion Warms the meridians to improve circulation which can reduce pain from stagnation Treats “deficient” conditions boosting Qi and Yang energies Turns breech babies Increases red and white blood cell counts Improves digestion https://www.serenitynaturalhealth.com/price-change-effective-january-1-2023 daily 0.75 2022-11-25 https://www.serenitynaturalhealth.com/faqs daily 0.75 2025-10-04