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Kristen Tipaldo/Founder/CEO A.P., M.S.
Kristen is a Nationally Board-Certified Doctor of Acupuncture with over 20 years of industry experience ranging from small wellness centers to a military hospital. Proven ability to adapt within any environment with proficiency conveying medical concepts to reach patients and colleagues on any level. Experience with analyzing internal processes and implementing necessary changes. Team leader with experience identifying and addressing patient needs.
Her expertise lies in Orthopedics, Fertility/Gynecology, Autoimmune/Immune, Psycho-Emotional, adjunctive treatment for Chemotherapy induced pain/nausea, and Cosmetic Acupuncture/Dermatology. During this time, she has created the 'Celestial AcuLift' a Cosmetic Acupuncture technique. This is a unique protocol based on her years of experience in the beauty, marketing, research, and wellness industries.
She supports the advancement of the profession by being an educator and job placement service for students and Acupuncturists. She is a CEU provider training professional Acupuncture Physicians and students alike. She does this through her continuing education classes and as an adjunct professor at East West College of Natural Medicine.
Her goals in the field of Chinese Medicine include creating solutions for Acupuncturists and patients.
Her goals with patients is to utilize Traditional Chinese Medicine and its adjunctive modalities to provide the best possible care with the experience and knowledge to refer out if necessary.
She serves a 4-year Senate appointment on the Florida Board of Acupuncture designed to uphold the standards and regulations of the profession.
She is a published author in Psychosomatic Society Journal, Sleep Journal and Acupuncture Today.
Lastly, she is currently in a traditional Ph.D. program with Nova Southeastern University to be able to apply research methods to quantify Acupuncture techniques.
Edna Margarita Zuluaga M.D. (In Colombia), A.P., M.S.
Dr. Edna M Zuluaga AP, DOM
Dr. Edna is a National Board-Certified and Florida State-Licensed Acupuncture Physician, graduated with honors from East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota,FL where she completed her Masters Degree in Oriental Medicine. She is also qualified for Acupoint Injection Therapy.
She has continued her studies in Functional Medicine, always trying to unite the bridge between Eastern and Western Medicine making an integrative approach.
Dr. ¨Z¨ is a passionate, patient focused provider with over 8 years of comprehensive medical field experience, dedicated to patient needs by providing high-quality and knowledgeable medical care. In 2017 she earned her degree as a Doctor of Medicine in Colombia where she is originally from. She has always been interested in psychiatry, alternative medicine, and neuro-linguistic programming to tailor treatments to the individual.
Fascinated by the relationship between body and mind, she continues to explore and is a forever student who enjoys learning, recently finished her training in microneedling and Cosmetic Acupuncture to enhance the beauty of her patients from the inside out.
Dr. Zuluaga is fluent in English and Spanish.
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Stephanie Shipman, Administrative/ Billing
Stephanie has more than 20 years of administrative and customer support experience. She is dedicated to supporting others and making the choice to care for themselves as easy as possible. She is the backbone is the practice and always lends a helping hand to patients with a friendly demeanor.​
Kim
Social Media/Marketing
Kim brings her unique brand of social media experience where she has been involved with various businessees. She is currently an advertising and public relations student at the University of Tampa. Her dedication to wellness is displayed in her leadership of the University of Tampa Holistic Wellness Activities.
Languages English and Spanish
Treatments
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Functional Medicine services available in person and through telehealth.
Telehealth includes initial assessment, herbal medicine, nutritional therapy, lifestyle modifications.
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In person treatments include Acupuncture, Functional Medicine, Acupuncture facelift/Cosmetic Acupuncture, cupping, herbal and B12 injections, and red-light therapy.
PROFESSIONALS
Employment Opportunities and placement services for Acupuncturists. CelestialAcu serves as a headhunter and contact point to place Acupuncturists (new graduates and experienced welcome). This service offers many opportunities for both clinics seeking Acupuncture services and Acupuncturists. These are:
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Vetted business and Acupuncturists
Clinical and business support for new Acupuncturists
No upfront fees for the business or Acupuncturist
Varying opportunities for both parties seeking the correct long-term placement
Currently serving the state of Florida
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If you are either a clinic seeking an Acupuncturist or an Acupuncturist seeking a position, please email kristentipaldo@gmail.com or call/text 813-485-4668
Concierge Service
For our high profile or celebrity clients, we offer white glove service with privacy and security. Please text or call 813-485-4668 for your appointment today. You may receive 1 appointment total or daily depending on your needs. Dr. Kristen personally works with you to accommodate your busy schedule.
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OUR LOCATIONS
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South Tampa:
3825 Henderson Boulevard
(Inside Crown Building)
Suite 505-A
Tampa, Florida 33629
813-485-4668 or 813-382-4646 (Call or Text)
Online booking available
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