Uptown Acupuncture

Kirk Pfeiffer  M.S. L.Ac

Orthopedic and Pain Specialist

Kirk is an orthopedic expert with 8 years’ experience in treating acute injury and chronic pain. His extensive background in acupuncture and herbal medicine along with an advanced graduate degree in medical massage, gives him a unique set of skills to help heal clients. Kirk has trained with some of the top leaders in his field completing a fellowship with Dr. Richard Tan, Master Acupuncturist, author and founder of the “Balance Method” -  a powerful pain relief technique. Kirk has also studied with Matt Callison, a pioneer in orthopedic acupuncture and sports rehab. Kirk’s passion and dedication to getting clients fast, lasting results has earned him a dedicated following and well regarded reputation. Kirk specializes in acute disorders, longevity tonics, pain management, sports injury,  herbology, stress-relief and HIV wellness.

Kirk is known for setting newcomers to acupuncture at ease. He explains the process in a language people can understand and answers those questions we all have. He also has a great way with explaining what is happening on the body with the use of analogy. Sometimes describing problems with shoulder pain to a 50 year old mechanic using the analogy of the front suspension being out of alignment causing the tires to ware incorrectly, or when working with computer people, he has a plethora of analogies to use because acupuncture can be seen very easily as changing the software in the body to correct aspects that are out of balance. His warm hearted nature and sensitive touch make him a perfect candidate for acupuncture first timers. He will leave you with good music, the right temperature and a bell in your hand as you relax into your treatment.

Although we have quite a few great massage therapists working at the Massage Collective @ Uptown Acupuncture, none of them quite have the hands of Kirk. After years in his 20′s working construction, then owning and running his car detail business for 7 years, Kirk has some of the strongest hands in the business. He has been doing massage for 10 years and works primarily with chronic pain and Sports Injuries. His work is intense, but he can untie knots that have been is shoulders for years. His work is not for everyone, and is not cheap, but for the right person with the right problem, his deep tissue work has been called a miracle.

With his patient personality, strong body of knowledge, and skilled hands, you are sure to have a pleasant experience and excellent results from his treatments.

Kirk’s hobbies outside of Uptown Acupuncture include Palates, gourmet cooking and feeding his addiction to Tennis.

Tiffany Jonsson

Tiffany is a  California State licensed acupuncturist and graduate of the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego, where she received a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM). Her interest in the medicine and it’s origins, have also led her to China where she completed an internship/lecture series and received a Certificate of TCM from the Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.  She specializes in women’s health and wellness and has special interests in nutrition, immune function, and healthy aging.

Justin Penoyer, M.S. L.Ac.

Functional Medicine and Integrative Chinese Medical Specialist

Justin is a holistic family care physician and integrative Medical Herbalist who specializes in the application of Functional medical testing, Medical Nutrition Therapy, and Chinese herbs in preventative care and the treatment of chronic disease. Justin was raised on a small farm in rural Illinois, where he developed a deep respect and appreciation for Nature, simple living, and natural medicines. In addition to practicing Chinese medicine, Justin is a medical anthropologist with degrees in Philosophy, History, Horticulture, and Traditional Arabic Medicine. He has spent the last decade studying the practices of our longest lived cultures as well as the implementation of medical care throughout history in order to identify simply what has worked, and what hasn’t.

The evidence overwhelmingly concludes that the foundation of health involves eating consistently, not too much, mostly vegetables, and meditation in some form. Natural medicines, food, and lifestyle modifications are to be used whenever possible in the treatment and prevention of disease; acute injury and medical emergencies are best managed with hospital care and pharmaceutical intervention. Justin brings this pragmatic background into his practice, where he utilizes advanced clinical lab testing, Chinese herbal medicines, and nutraceutical therapy to first identify, and then address, the chronic stress, inflammation, and nutrient deficiencies that produce most modern diseases. The goal in every case is to work with the patient to reach a solution that is safe, practical, effective, and if possible, natural.