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Dr. Michael in Chicago (Windy City), IL, USA

Acupuncture

If I look familiar, it's because before I began studying Chinese Medicine, I was enjoying a reasonably successful career as a stand-up comedian. However, all the late nights, the onion-ring dinners, and the travel got to me, so I decided to find another way to improve the world.

In 2003, I retired from comedy, and soon thereafter I began to study Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. While obtaining my advanced degree, I had the opportunity to move to Hong Kong and intern at Baptist Hospital under the supervision of master acupuncturists. It was in Hong Kong where I treated my first professional rugby player, and learned how to get real results in the course of treating pain and repetitive motion injuries. After my return to America, I continued my post-graduate studies in pain management, and began studying Zheng Gu Tui Na (Chinese Medical Massage) in New York City.

Acupuncture doesn't just eliminate physical pain; Chinese Medicine can safely treat Stress, Anxiety, and Depression. In my practice, I've successfully used acupuncture to treat a variety of complaints including anxiety, fatigue, heart palpitations, and panic attacks. I've also been able to help patients quit smoking and reduce dependency on various other substances. Furthermore, acupuncture is incredibly beneficial for hormonal imbalances that can cause hair loss, infertility, hot flashes, or other maladies that might interfere with your tour.

I'm licensed to practice Chinese Medicine in both Illinois and California, and I look forward to working with you soon.

Feedback:

“Hi Dot, FYI Danielle in Salt Lake City was amazing, she worked on my whole crew and band and everyone loved her. Thanks again Tony ”
Tony, TM: Victoria Justice / Cobra
“"Thank you so much. The band was very happy and it was great to have someone show up with such short notice." ”
Odd Future manager
“Thank you for your service and follow up”
Diana Krall TM Maria
“Excellent. Loving your service - girls have been fantastic.”
John Nave (Tour Manager - Gipsy Kings)
“Thanks a lot for your help along the way!”
Sherri - Production Coordinator (Mannheim Steamroller)
“The Dots we had rocked!”
Christopher - Tour Manager (Bad Company)
“Thank you for always being able to get people here quickly. It has been a big help.”
Matthew - Production Coordinator (Lady Gaga)
“"The Dotbot, Chandra (San Diego) you had come out today, was amazing!"”
NIghtwish TM Roger
“Hi Dot! Yared enjoyed the massage very much! Talked about it all evening. Thank you again and I will contact you for any artist I will work with Best, Tom ”
Yared Dibaba Tour manager Tom C.
“Your service is EXCELLENT!”
Becca- Tour Manager of Blippi: The Musical
“I just wanted to say thanks for another great tour. Your folks were, per usual, wonderful. You provide a great service, and I appreciate it.”
Manager of Everlast
“Dr. Dot aka the Queen; helping us out on this run!! #drdot #dotbots”
Kristin Schloesser Tour Manager -Allyssa Edwards; Scream it lymi tour; Get Loud tour
“"Heather (Seattle) was awesome...Pain is down from a 9 to about a 2 or 3. By far, one of the best massages I have ever gotten. As usual, you and your Bots rock!"”
Van Halen Tour Management Mike. M
“"Sheila in Detroit yesterday was AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!"”
Harry Connick Jr. Tour Manager
“Both Smo and I love your Dot Bots. Between filming our tv show and touring constantly, your bots are our saving grace! Thanks! Dan”
Big Smo tour manager Dan
“Dr. DOT is the best. She has this ability to relate to everyone somehow and is so passionate about massage, what other boss do you know comes out and does massage, obviously she only hires the best.”
Jeremy (Bassist of Paramore)
“"Hello Dot, Ms. Krall is thrilled over the service she's been getting and it looks like we'll be booking many more dates"”
Diana Krall TM Maria
“Thank you for all the great therapy over the touring year. I appreciate your professional staff and look forward to working with them again soon.”
Steve Miller
“I really liked working with you & the team and I liked how smoothly it went.”
Kenny S. - Production Manager (Trans Siberian Orchestra)
“"Everything was great as always thank you again"”
Gabriel Iglesias TM Ryan
“Your company has really helped me out on tour.”
Brendan Ekstrom - Guitar (Circa Survive)
“Sheila E. is in love with your service. ”
Joey F. Production manager Dave Koz Christmas tour
“"Thanks Dr. Dot! You're the best!"”
Rancid tour manager Cris
“"Service has been very good on this tour. Hanne in Munich was great."”
Jason Mraz tour manager Matt S.
“"Thank you very much for the recent US run. You sent us some great Bots. My favorite was Calgary, she was awesome!"”
Rod Stewart Tour Manager Matt O.
“"The service was great. Thank you"”
Shawn Richesin TOUR MANAGER - Kaleo
“"I am very familiar with the Dr. Her team is awesome"”
Steve Vai Tour Manager Warren
“"They were very pleased, excellent job. Thanks again"”
Empire of the Sun TM Tim
“Dr. Dot always has the best massage therapists.”
Johnny - Bass Player (Trans-Siberian Orchestra)
“"Hi Dot, everyone was happy with their massage - so thumbs up! Thanks for arranging for us! Cheers, Yvette"”
Bon Jovi TMA Yvette