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I was having difficulty conceiving my first child. Dr. Schwerte listened to me and evaluated my life style and all other symptoms before offering his treatment. And couple of months after starting with his acupuncture treatment combined with herbal supplements, I was able to get pregnant. Of course things did not end there. He has a solution for everything including my “all day “nausea in the first trimester. His treatments made a huge difference. My nausea went down significantly after a few acupuncture sessions. I could finally function at home and at work. And the last 6 weeks of my pregnancy I was lucky to have Dr. Schwerte’s expertise with labor preparation. My labor pain was much lighter than I expected – to the extent that I did not realize I am in real labor! It went very fast too and I was able to deliver my son without any medication, just like I wanted to. I feel lucky to have found Dr. Schwerte. With his deep knowledge of Western and Eastern/Chinese medicine and his love for helping people he offers a complete, high quality care.

I started going to Andreas while I was also going through some fertility procedures. During this stressful time, almost immediately, Andreas’ calming personality, knowledge and extremely positive attitude were helpful. The treatments were relaxing and effective – my IVF round was successful! On the day of implantation, I was told that my uterine wall looked “great”, and I attribute this to the acupuncture as it had not always been the case. Andreas worked with me and the “Western Medicine” approach that I was taking rather than speak negatively about it as some had done. I would highly recommend Andreas, especially if you are going through fertility treatments – his skill, attitude and knowledge were just what I needed.

I started going to Dr. Schwerte while I was also going through some fertility procedures. During this stressful time, almost immediately, Dr. Schwerte’s calming personality, knowledge and extremely positive attitude were helpful. The treatments were relaxing and effective – my IVF round was successful! On the day of implantation, I was told that my uterine wall looked “great”, and I attribute this to the acupuncture as it had not always been the case. Dr. Schwerte worked with me and the “Western Medicine” approach that I was taking rather than speak negatively about it as some had done before. I would highly recommend Dr. Schwerte, especially if you are going through fertility treatments – his skill, attitude and knowledge were just what I needed.

I guess I’m something of a convert now. I’m very skeptical when it comes to anything outside of “hard science,” and that normally applies to the medical world. But after seven years of recurring gastrointestinal issues, with my GI specialist applying only steroids to temporarily relieve the problem (and not offering any actual advice for ending them permanently), I was forced to try Dr. Schwerte’s dual-medical approach (Western/Chinese) when a major flareup seriously threatened my health. Turns out I’m gluten intolerant (not the doctor’s diagnosis, but a lab result). That would have been nice to know years ago!

Dr. Schwerte put me on a regimen of acupuncture, herbal treatments and a mild diet. Over the course of about a month and a half I went from being pale and nutrient-starved to feeling completely normal, and on my way to lifelong prevention of further GI incidents. While I’m disappointed to have lost beer and bread from my diet, I’m glad to finally have some answers and know how to stay healthy from here on out.

I have suffered from hip pain for years after a car accident. Prior to Dr. Schwerte, I went to a chiropractor and a physical therapist for several years. They helped to a certain extent but I was still experiencing pain especially when I exercised. I have been lucky to work with a physical therapist that thinks out of the box and referred me to acupuncture based trigger point therapy with Dr. Schwerte. Dr. Schwerte’s expertise in trigger point therapy is simply amazing. And he is a great doctor in general. He listens to you, understands all your symptoms and adjusts the treatment very effectively to see results right away. With his help I was able to exercise again without pain. There are no words to describe my gratitude to his skills, knowledge and kind, caring heart that he offers to his patients. With Dr. Schwerte, I know I am in good hands.

–I. R., San Francisco

I give thanks everyday that I found Dr. Schwerte and his practice. I’ve always been a relatively healthy person with minimal doctor/hospital visits and don’t really consider myself much of a hypochondriac. In the past year I started frequently waking up in the middle of the night and developing insomnia. These symptoms further developed into full-blown panic attacks and even depression. All of these ailments were completely new to me and the sheer confusion of what was happening to me was enough to push me further into instability.Unaware of my options, I started regularly visiting my GP (western family doctor) and he spent about five minutes with me before telling me is “just anxiety” and that I need to “calm down”. After a few more visits my doctor suggested “seeing a therapist” and he could “give me some pills to make me feel better.” During this time none of these visits made me feel any better or sure of what was wrong with me. In fact, my family doctor’s impatient and condescending manner left me feeling like I was losing my mind and making up these symptoms in my head. After a few months of worsening anxiety attacks and depression I gave in to my GP and took some SSRI antidepressants for fear that I had nowhere else to turn. The neglect of modern medicine and the awful spaced out feelings the pills were making me feel led to me to do some research on holistic medicine, acupuncture, and the benefits of an different approach to chronic disorders. After looking through medical sites, word of mouth, and yelp I found some glowing reviews for Dr. Andreas Schwerte and scheduled an appointment. It was the best thing I ever did.

The first visit to Dr. Schwerte alone is enough to improve anyone’s health and outlook toward what they are going through. The first appointment with Dr. Schwerte took around two hours and included a thorough written questionnaire and tests/assessments and a lot of personal one on one time with the doctor. Dr. Schwerte will sit down and talk with you about all of your symptoms, your diet, your sense of well being, and anything else you’d like to share. He also listens with an open ear and will take anything you say into consideration, he makes you feel comfortable and positive about feeling healthy. After some tests and discussion Andreas suggested that I am suffering from Adrenal Fatigue (a common disorder caused by too much stress, I had been working two full time jobs, going to grad school, and was in a band!! Too much!) and began a program of supplements and acupuncture that got me off of the Antidepressants. These supplements work more effectively than prescription drugs and have almost zero side effects. Once I was off of the meds, I began a program of supplementation to repair my damaged adrenal glands.

There aren’t enough good things to say about Dr. Andreas Schwerte, he is a dedicated healer that makes his patients a number one priority. His bedside manner is caring and comforting. Dr. Schwerte also mixes all aspects of medicine, nutrition, and lifestyle change; he can look at your blood work and talk about your thyroid levels, or he can administer acupuncture and encourage you to “lie down and just relax.” Everything about this practice is positive, intelligent, and healing; his office manager Wendy rocks too! Not to mention, I moved to Pennsylvania during my treatment and Dr. Schwerte CONTINUED TO WORK WITH ME THROUGH EMAIL ON HIS OWN FREE TIME!!!

If you’ve been suffering form symptoms that ordinary doctors scoff at or simply throw pills at or if you’re looking to explore holistic medicine for all of its glory and healing then start with Dr. Andreas Schwerte. Some insurance is accepted at his office, but not all. If not the appointments will run 100 for the first and 70 after which is well worth every penny and more. For all of his help for getting me off of antidepressants, fixing my anxiety and depression and leaving me feeling like my old self is invaluable and I thank Dr. Schwerte for that.

-T. Craig

“Doctor Schwerte made me believe in oriental medicine, specifically acupuncture. He did remarkable work in heeling me from pretty major injuries I had as a result of a bicycle accident. I had huge results from my first visit to him. I have recommended him to many other friends and family and he’s always delivered the same outstanding results in heeling them.
I would recommend him without hesitation to anyone that needs immediate pain treatment for muscular injuries.”Top Qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

M.C.

“Whoa. Marcel, you kind of look bad – again. Still not sleeping?”So went the conversation for months, with one of my closest friends. I’ve always been a poor sleeper. Taking hours to fall asleep, only to wake up in 20 minute intervals, when I finally did.

Finally I relented and gave Dr. Schwerte a call. It’s the best thing I ever did. Andreas diagnosed my issues and began treatment right away. Sleeping issues – fixed. I can’t believe I lived with it for 5 years!!!

I look forward to my weekly visits with Andreas, to hear his calming, “Now you relax for a little bit.”

For first timers – don’t be put off by the “spit” test.

C.M.

I have been dealing with chronic pain for over two years in my neck and arms. The sensations were crippling. After two years of seeing dozens of doctors, following all types of theories, taking all types of medications, and considering surgery options with no guarantees I had come to the end of my wits in finding a solution. I was tired of ‘band-aids’ that just marked the pain. The pain kept knocking me down. I was not able to participate in life and wanted to find a healing to remove the condition and restore my health to its full vitality. You gave that to me. And I could not be more thankful.Through your passion, knowledge, dedication and expertise in the healing powers of both western medicine and Chinese medicine and their philosophies, you offer a full body approach to the healing process. Your work activates the healer within and allows the body to find its natural balance. What a wonderful feeling.

You are an angel come to my rescue and I want the world to know of you. In less than two months of your time, I am living in a brand new world. One full of promise, strength, health and happiness. I have full intentions of seeing you from time to time as a continuing well body therapy.

Thank you. May others be so fortunate to experience your healing hands if in need.

Sincerely,

J. G.

When you find a doctor that is not only professional and knowledgeable, but also passionate about their practice, you have struck gold my friends! I have just begun treatment with Dr. Schwerte for anxiety, as well as neck and back pain. After the first treatment alone, I felt better. After my first visit, I was given homework to do in order to better understand my condition, and herbal and mineral supplements as well. This is a truly holistic approach to medicine that I definitely appreciate. I would highly recommend Dr. Schwerte to anyone considering acupuncture.

I want to thank you for encouraging me to try treatment on my back. It has not felt this free and aligned in years! Fabulous!Thank you!

J. L.

We brought our daughter in to see Dr. Schwerte for an acute ear infection. He gave her a herbal medicine which we gave to her every two hours for 24 hours. Her ear did not hurt anymore and the infection is gone. It seemed to work faster than any of the antibiotics ever did! Thank you.

R. M.

I have been suffering from various knee/leg ailments since an IT band injury in November of 2004. Since then I’ve had the experience of when one specific problem shows improvement another one surfaces. If my left side began to heal, my right side would start to bother me, etc. Over the past 2 years I’ve consulted two knee surgeons and seen two physical therapists. While all of these professionals helped me in some way, I still hadn’t been able to return to regular walking for exercise or biking. With encouragement from my personal trainer I decided to attack my knee issues on all fronts and try acupuncture.I began seeing Dr. Schwerte in January 2006. I was immediately impressed with his genuine concern for my overall health, not just my knee issues. He recommended I get custom made orthodics, and recommended a supplement regime aimed at my total well being including reduction of stress and inflammation. My knees and mood improved enough to allow me to discontinue my prescription anti-inflammatory and anti-depressant. I can now walk short distances again without pain, and ride my bike the same distances as before my knees started bothering me.

I very much recommend Dr. Schwerte. I have learned a great deal about my health and how the body works from him. He encouraged me to have some lab tests done which revealed certain facts to me that I may never have known such as food intolerances. He is conscientious, thorough, reasonable, and truly interested in my health.

M. L.

Andreas is a truly gifted practitioner of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. His training in western as well as eastern medicine, combined with his strong intuition and understanding of the human body make him one of the best in his field. I would recommend Andreas without hesitation.

F. S.

Andreas Schwerte is an amazing doctor. Period. He is gentle, highly sensitive to the patient and really devoted to fully understanding developments in both eastern and western approaches to health and wellbeing. I trust him explicitly and put myself in his hands for just about everything. He is incredible.

Amber

It has been approx 4 months since I walked into your office for the first time. Since that time I have improved immensely both physically and mentally.
With the tools you have given me over the past few months I feel that I am ready to work on my own to “improve and maintain” a quality of life that I desire.
For this, I am thankful.
E. M.

Andreas’ insights into my health have been invaluable. None of the doctors I visited before Andreas even suggested that my worsening migraine headaches (more frequent and intense) and digestive problems
could be related to food intolerances. Andreas, on the other hand, suspected this soon after I first mentioned these symptoms; at his request, I provided some saliva samples which confirmed his suspicions.
I have changed my diet and the health conditions have all but disappeared.I have been deeply impressed by Andreas’ professionalism, but, even more so, his concern for his patients as reflected in his listening skills and his ability to formulate solutions which fit the individual patient’s needs. I do not feel as though I am part of a “managed care” machine when I am in his office. His approach to serving patients is refreshing and has led to substantially better health in my case.

D. J.

In a brief verbal exchange Andreas analyzed my shoulder ache. In two one-hour visits within 10 days Andreas cured my pain. Since then I never had problems with my shoulder again and enjoy life.”

C. W.

I had a serious muscular issue in my calf which caused me problems walking for about 4 years. I went to numerous doctors and health care providers and nobody was able fix it. Three sessions with Dr. Schwerte allowed me to walk extensively and bike again :)

J. S.

I want to thank you for taking such amazing care of me. You played a big part in my healing. I have healed from bilateral Bell’s palsy (facial paralysis) 100%. Not one doctor or person familiar with Bell’s palsy can believe that not even a trace remains.I’m forever grateful and hope that all continues to be well in your world.

B. B.

As we discussed earlier today, the benefits of the latest round of supplements you’ve given along with your continued accupuncture work have been quite noticeable.

I’m feeling more balanced emotionally without needing to take the deprex or estress formulas.

I’m sleeping more soundly and waking feeling much more refreshed.

My energy level continues to increase.

Although I’ve had some tightness in my lungs, I have not had to resort to my asthma medicine – use of that was becoming a daily occurrence.

Prior to my starting these supplements to boost my cortisol levels I was suffering a lot of unexplainable muscle and bone aches and pains. They have all disappeared – and most amazingly – after being on the supplements for only one week.

And the most documented proof of these changes is that I keep a log of my blood sugar readings done up to 8 times a day. Over the last week it is clearly noticeable that they have stabilized and are coming in at near normal levels. I have not been able to maintain this level of consistency with them in many, many years.

Thanks, once again, to your expertise, guidance and compassion in helping me to live a happier, healthier life while dealing with a chronic condition.

Best regards,

Bob

I met Doctor Schwerte in April 2005. My initial consultation with him was to discuss my inability to taste or smell anything-nothing-like having a cold every day. This had been going on for nine years. Through the course of our initial consultation it was determined that I had several health issues which may be contributing to the loss of those senses. Over the last year, Andreas has taught me a lot about how organs interact with each other and why certain maladies keep arising within me. Read the rest of this entry »

I herniated a disk in my back in 2005, and tried a variety of methods to obtain relief. I had never had acupuncture, and quite frankly was a bit skeptical. After trying other forms of care I still had pain. Desperate, I was referred to Andreas by a friend who also experienced a disk herniation. I decided to give Andreas a try, and I’m so glad I did. Andreas successfully pinpointed and treated the pain. But what I appreciated most was Andreas himself. Not only did he flex his schedule to accommodate me, but he really listened to me and was truly concerned about my well-being. I can recall receiving more than one follow-up phone call from him to make sure I was okay. How many practitioners make time for that! I recommend Andreas to anyone.

I. T.

For a long time, I never really considered acupuncture as a methodology for relieving my ‘worked’ muscles. It’s not that I viewed it as a bunk Eastern practice that would make me look like Hellraiser or that I would become faint at the sight of fine needles piercing my skin for the purpose of boosting my health and overall well-being.Perhaps it was because various massage techniques and chiropractic care seemed to keep me tuned up in the past, or just that I lacked a trustworthy practitioner. Read the rest of this entry »

Nearly a year ago, I was referred to Dr. Andreas Schwerte by two independent parties: my great chiropractor and also a woman with whom I had studied Pilates and Yoga at my health club. I have ongoing issues with my sciatic nerve due to an ankle sprain and issues of pain on the left side of my body. Being in the peri-menopausal phase of my life, I was also told that Andreas could assist me with that particular transition.I have been seeing Andreas regularly (mostly every week) for nearly the past 10 months and here’s what I absolutely love about him and his work. I can dash into his office in the middle of my hurried work day, briefly tell him what’s going on with me and INSTANTLY he will know how to treat me, even if I cannot identify all my symptoms or issues. He is so well versed in the field of medicine and acupuncture that he intuitively and instinctively knows exactly what to do . . . and he’s always right. If I had more time I would seriously delve into the study of acupuncture myself because Andreas has so peaked my curiosity about his work and its benefits that have really helped me a lot.

Andreas truly cares about his patients and their overall well being and always makes the time in his busy days to tune into my particular health needs. How can you get a better doctor than that? Andreas will ease any fears you have about putting tiny needles in your body and his knowledge and reassuring presence will make you feel like you’re the most important patient in his practice. His office is very restful and soothing with soft music and lavender to calm any soul and spirit. Once/week I have 45 minutes of totally un-interrupted “Maryann time” and emerge from my sessions with Andreas feeling completely refreshed, restored and renewed. It’s an amazing sense of well being everyone should have the opportunity to experience.

H.M.