Medical Acupuncture Medical acupuncture is the term used to describe acupuncture performed by a doctor trained and licensed in Western medicine who has also had thorough training in acupuncture as a specialty practice. Such a doctor can use one or the other approach, or a combination of both as the need arises, to treat an illness. Acupuncture is a method of encouraging the body to promote natural healing and to improve functioning. This is done by inserting needles and sometimes applying heat or electrical stimulation at very precise acupuncture points. Medical acupuncture is a system which can influence three areas of health care: promotion of health and well-being, prevention of illness, treatment of various medical conditions. Dr. Adi Philpott,  222 St. John St., Suite 130,  Portland, ME  04102   1-888-598-5445     Email: drphilpott@drphilpott.com                www.DrPhilpott.com