Diana is truly one of a kind. She has years of experience, and it's so clear in the way she cares for her patients--with so much knowledge, intention, and genuine kindness. She always goes above and beyond, and her professionalism is honestly on another level. I feel completely safe, supported, and cared for every time I see her!!! I originally started seeing Diana to support my IVF journey and overall fertility, and there is truly no one else I would trust with something so important and personal. She approaches everything with such thoughtfulness and expertise, and I always leave feeling more grounded and hopeful! I noticed a significant improvement in my IVF cycle results after Diana worked her magic! She's incredibly in demand (for good reason), which makes me feel even more grateful to be her patient. I've been going to her for over a year, and my whole family has gone to her for years! She has been a complete godsend to my dad who has ALS, and she has helped my mom with her back issues that were finally addressed thanks to her brilliant care! Diana is not just an amazing acupuncturist--she's a deeply caring healer. I truly can't recommend her enough! read more

Dr. Diana is a highly experienced acupuncture specialist with years of expertise and extensive knowledge. My experience has been amazing, and I highly recommend her. read more

Diana has helped me with opening the meridians along my spleen and liver, as well as my neck and shoulder pain. She is an experienced practitioner as well as educator, and I highly recommend her. read more

I have been coming to see Diana for over a year now. I've had incredible results with her Accupuncture skills. I always feel like a new person after a treatment with her. I feel mentally and physically rejuvenated and well. I've come to see her for numerous issues including: bruxism, lower back pain, stress/anxiety, SI joint/sciatica pain related to pregnancy, swelling related to pregnancy, hyperemesis/nausea related to pregnancy and just mental wellness. I love coming at least once a week because it helps with my overall physical and mental well being. Diana is professional, compassionate, sweet and accommodating. I feel as if she has become family! She will listen to you and take good care of you. I highly recommend coming to see her and recommend Accupuncture for any physical or emotional aliments! The release of neurotransmitters post Accupuncture is so uplifting and relaxing. read more

Diana provides professional, friendly, and quality care. I highly recommend her acupuncture services!

Diana's manner of interacting with clients is exceptional. She is empathetic, compassionate and listens and fulfills client needs in regard to their pain. I have had incredible results with my pain since seeing Diana. I am so relaxed during and after my sessions. I am able to exercise easily and be relieved of pain. Her office and work space is inviting and orderly. She is diligent with insurance paperwork. I am so grateful for her expertise and highly recommend her services. You will feel so much better! read more

As someone who has lived with chronic pain and stress, seen numerous specialists and undergone countless procedures, Diana was able to single handedly transform my pain with her truly exceptional knowledge, skill and expertise. I walk out of my sessions with Diana feeling absolutely reborn! It's always an absolutely incredible experience. I was left almost speechless as I've been suffering from unrelenting pain for so long that it's become a way of life I learned to accept. Diana entirely changed my quality of life and I'm eternally grateful to be under her care. I unfortunately had a laundry list of issues Diana had to tackle including a host of athletic injuries from cycling and an intense exercise routine including hamstring tendonosis, piriformis syndrome, an impinged and inflamed sciatic nerve and bone spurs on my hip. The pain is so acute I'm unable to sit for more than a few minutes and largely have to stand all of the time or lie down and constantly have a medical pillow with me at all times. As someone who is highly action oriented and addresses problems immediately, I have seen numerous specialists from Stanford, UCSF, Sutter and private practices, which include highly recommended physical therapists, orthopedic surgeons, neurologists, pelvic and spinal specialists and chiropractors, but have never had any notable or lasting improvements despite all of these efforts. I've also undergone numerous costly injections including cortisone, platelet and steroids and physical therapy sessions to no avail. Ultimately I learned to simply accept and live with the discomfort and pain. Now enter Diana who has ENTIRELY turned things around for me and achieved what I thought was impossible! Within the fist sessions with Diana I felt tremendously better and confident I will continue to feel better after each subsequent visit. Seeing Diana has been a blessing! She is truly an expert practitioner. The breadth and depth of her knowledge is extraordinary and it shows the moment she starts working on you. She is incredibly attentive, compassionate, empathetic and strategically customized the session for my specific needs. I can't rave enough about her! My body hasn't felt this balanced and pain free for a long time. Moreover, she is an extremely compassionate, thoughtful and empathetic soul who deeply and genuinely cares for and nurtures her clients and always goes above and beyond to do whatever she can to help others. Diana's space is a highly relaxing environment and emanates tranquility. She does everything she can to make sure her clients are comfortable. Scheduling is smooth and she's incredibly responsive and accommodating to her clients. Her resume is jaw droppingly impressive given her extensive years of experience and work as an instructor. Bottomline, Diana has achieved more than any army of specialists and procedures have ever been able to do for me. Diana is truly gifted, performs work with unparalleled skill, compassion, and incredible care and has a heart of gold. I feel so lucky and blessed to have found her! read more

She was friendly and easy to book with. However - two things happened that I simply could not overlook and definitely not returning. 1. She used the electro-rope around the needles. I've had this before, and it is super helpful. However, she started turning the dial on the electric wave and went from about 0 to 60 instantly. My entire hand jumped, I yelled, and she laughed and said "sometimes I do shock therapy, but you are not strong enough...". UMMM....WHAT? So she started back at the lower end, and once again went WAY TOO HIGH TOO FAST and I was practically pleading for her to turn it down, which couldn't happen fast enough. I was a bit frazzled but we found the right level and moved on... 2. SHE LEFT NEEDLES IN ME. TWICE. She removed most of the needles and then placed a heat pad on my shoulder and started to walk out of the room. I felt like I still had some in my hand, so I asked, and she said those needed to stay longer. Fine - but good to know since you're not supposed to move where the needles are. So after 10 minutes she comes to remove the heat pad, and then starts to leave the room, and I remind her about my hand. She takes them out...or so I thought. I sat up and still had needles IN MY HAND. I had to take it out myself. So unhygienic, what if I was some jerk and threw it on the floor? Made me so uneasy, and started immediately brushing through my hair to make sure no needles where left anywhere else. She then told me she couldn't find me on the insurance page so I'd have to pay full price. I am the HR person for my work, I know she takes me insurance. After back and forth, she said I could sit down and search myself, so of course I did. She spelled my name wrong. Difference of $15 to $90.... Needless to say, she was sweet but I will not be returning. read more

I've been seeing Diana for almost a year now and she's fantastic. Super easy to communicate and schedule, takes my insurance and works with me on a variety of health issues from carpal tunnel to hormone balancing. She's also given me some great herbs, heating packs and teas that i use regularly! I highly recommend her! read more

I had terrible back pain that chiropractors and masseuses couldn't fix. When a friend asked me if I tried acupuncture, I visited her as the first time in trying acupuncture in USA. When I was little in Japan, my mom took me to an acupuncturist for ankle joint problem I had, and I did hate what they did, so this was kinda the last resort of thing I was made to try acupuncture again. My back was whacked for some reason for about a month, and I really hoped something sooth me little. Diana had electric acupuncture on my back, which ran about 30 minutes. And alas it just made all good with the one session. She did tell me that I might want to come back, and I said I will just call back again if needed. And fortunately I felt good after all and didn't need another treatment. read more

Diana is the best! Very caring and compassionate and highly skilled at acupuncture. She is holistic in her approach. I have been treated for back pain, gastrointestinal issues, and stress, with great results. I highly recommend Diana. A nice human being as well. read more

I've been seeing Diana for approximately 3 months. She has been fantastic for me. She has been treating my back and calves with excellent results. My results with her treatments have been excellent. I highly recommend her read more

I have back pain which with her skill she relieves the pain. I have no need to use pain medication after a treatment. She also helps with my asthma and resolves shortness of breath and tight chest feelings. I always feel better after a treatment! read more

DR.diana has helped me with my shoulder and back pain. Every time I come for a treatment, I feel great I got compliments from people who saw me right after a treatment . Diana is an experienced,conscientious and compassionate doctor. read more

It is not enough to say how was my experience at Diana's office. I have been getting acupuncture for years and can easily compare atmosphere and acupunctural help that were provided at Diana's office. It had been a while since my last treatment but every time when I need to come back to her office impressing.. First of all when I arrive at her office , I immediately felt so welcomed in this space. Office has great location, easy access from downtown or Richmond (bus 38, 48, 5 or by car ) cozy decor, magazines in the waiting area, it was clean and well maintained. As you can tell, first impressions mean a lot to me. The acupuncturist, Diana Shkolnik , gave an even better impression! She is awesome. She spent a lot of time with me on my first appointment, explained everything in detail and really took her time with my session. She has a great bedside manner and sense of humor. Plus, the needles didn't hurt. She practices a more gentle style than I have had in the past, but the results were just as good and I felt more relaxed overall during the treatment. During the session on a background plays relaxing music. Did I also mention that my dad for many years using her office? He is very happy with the service and the most importantly his back pain and headaches improved. I've been coming here weekly now for the past two months and I would like to recomend Diana's office for acupuncture. read more

Diana is a great masseuse who helps keep my mind and body relaxed. She's best if you are a regular client rather than someone trying to get a once-a-year deep tissue massage. Diana is very nice, professional, and conveniently located on Geary near Trader Joes. Be sure to bring cash for payment. read more

Dr Shkolnik is an amazing acupuncturist. I went to see her just recently for my back problems. I got acupuncture and saw results right away! After the first treatment most of my pain was gone but I enjoyed the treatment and relaxation so much that I continued going. Now, I have been trying to loose weight and decided to go see Dr Shkolnik again. I have started my acupuncture sessions to loose weight and see the results already. I am so thrilled with the results that I will continue going until I am at the weight I want to be! Thank you so much doctor. read more

I have had acupuncture treatment before for a foot/toe issue and it helped greatly, so when I whacked my knee out and nothing would help to relieve the pain, I sought out acupuncture treatment. She is part of my insurance plan and she had space for me so off I went. I am so glad that I did. My knee is back performing as it should and some long time nerve tingling on my leg as left. I could not be happier.Her office is comfortable and relaxing. She is always a professional. read more

I've been treated by Dr. Diana Shkolnik for 5 years, and am glad that I was referred to her for my pains and aches, that lasted for a long time , and were unresponsive for medications or biofeedback. She has done everything to alleviate my medical problems, which included Fibromyalgia, Migraines, sciatica, spasms, cramps, back and lower back pains, etc.. She did acupuncture , combined with massage, and short term cupping, followed by short term detoxification. We're still continuing maintenance treatments and , when needed , more active and frequent massage and acupuncture. Dr. Shkolnik will provide any needed patches, sprays, herbs ..if you ask for it. Nothing is being " hard sell" , and often times she needs to special order my favorite menthol patches for migraine, because they sell out very quickly..The prices for all services, treatments and patches/herbs are very reasonable, comparable to some other oriental medicine places. She also projects positive energy with her smile, friendly attitude and reassuring comforting when patients are in pain. There is hope, and there are results that I felt after seeing Dr. Shkolnik from first month of our treatments sessions. I also have diabetic nerve pain, and she helps treat them as well. Always in a good , positive mood, it gives me a feeling that everything will be okay and I will get better. Based from my experience with Diana, I would highly recommend her as very educated, with great deal of experience Doctor of Oriental Medicine, dedicated to help sick people get back to their lives and jobs. read more

After a car accident, I suffered from severe lower back pain. I couldn't sit or stand without pain, let alone go to work. I tried a few medicines, but they didn't help much. One of my buddies recommended Diana Shkolnik's acupuncture office. I've now had five treatments and my back pain is completely gone. I've even started going to the gym again. I recommend Diana Shkolnik's acupuncture office. You can check out the treatments and procedures at http://www.diana-acupuncture.com . The environment is friendly and prices are reasonable too. read more

Great doctor, I was actually not sure about acupuncture till my first visit. I had a serious knee pain and somehow I was back on the ski slopes a few days later. read more

I know Diana for awhile, not only me but other members of my family went to see her help. She is a great listener and a high quality professional. She has a very good expertise in Chinese medication and she is always trying to find the right one for you. I am really grateful we have her in out lives, because she is not only a great acupuncturist and masseuse but a wonderful person! Her location is very convinient and she is very flexible in scheduling! I would recomend this place. read more

Diana is an extremely talented acupuncturist with many years of experience and a diverse and extensive resume. She cares deeply for her clients and has helped me a lot. I came to Diana several months ago and I have been seeing her at least once a week. I came to her because of a sprained hip flexor. Not only has she really helped me heal- but her warmth and kindness add sunshine to my day. There is a reason she keeps so busy- and that's because she has an excellent reputation for doing wonderful work. My advice- get an appointment while you can! read more

I have never done acupuncture before and I don't really understand it...I always thought of it as one of those things that only works if you believe it works. Regardless, I have a thyroid issue that has been present for almost 10 years now and has still not been properly regulated. My mom recommended I do acupuncture because she heard of someone with my same issue doing it and it worked wonders. The person she knew did 3 sessions (as recommended by the professional) and next time she went in for blood work, her thyroid was somehow perfect and she no longer needed to take daily synthetic thyroid meds. I thought, hey, I will give it a try. So, when one of my daily deal websites sent me a deal for $99.00 for 3 sessions with Diana, I thought sure why not! After reading up on acupuncture, I expected to go in and have her "evaluate me" based on my pulse, etc etc...(I can't remember now what I read, but it was a bunch of stuff). Every site led me to believe that it would be about an hour long consultation so the professional could figure out your qi, your body, etc. I walked in on a Monday; sat down and filled out some basic paperwork stating previous injuries, diseases, conditions, etc. She looked over the paper for about 20 seconds to make sure that I had filled it out and signed it, but didn't really look at the symptoms or anything. I told her I was basically there for my thyroid and so we went into the room where I removed my shoes and laid down. She inserted needles in my feet, ankles, hands, stomach, arms, ears, and head. Then she turned off the light, turned on the heater, and left me to marinate for 30 minutes. I now understand why people get relaxed by this...you are sitting in a warm, dark room for 30 minutes with nothing to do because you can't use your phone and you are afraid to move any part of your body for fear of a needle falling out or getting pushed too far in. I nearly fell asleep. Once she came back, she removed the needles and told me to meet her in her office. As I stood up, I noticed she left a needle in my arm...so I pulled it out and stuck it in the red bin. Once in her office, she had a few things to sell. One was needles to be stuck in my ears like band aids for a week to help with....something...another was herbal supplements to help with my thyroid. I am bad at saying no, so I said yes to the ear needles and no to the supplements (if they are big pills, I won't take them....plus, how do I know if it is the herbs or the acupuncture that is working?). Out of the 4 ear needles, 2 of them fell out in my sleep the first night (they are supposed to last a week). One fell out by Wednesday and the other lasted until my next appointment on Friday. She took the one out and said she would put new ones in. I don't think I should have to pay for them since they didn't last (especially because she pulled one out herself), but whatever, I still paid. She also tried to sell me on more sessions by saying that I needed to go twice/week (forever). I told her that I had already paid for 3 sessions and she had no clue until she grabbed my voucher out of the trash to make sure. On my second appointment which was on a Friday, she showed her flexibility by allowing me to come late. I work in the East Bay and it normally takes me less than an hour to get home (lower pac heights), but traffic was crazy. So, even though I left work at 3 for my 4:30 appointment, I knew I wouldn't make it there as I was sitting in bumper to bumper traffic. I called her before 4 and let her know that I wasn't going to make it and she told me to update her every 20 minutes...which I did. I finally made it to her at 4:45 and she ushered me right in to the treatment room. She put needles in the same spots as before, but this time she included an electrical machine to some of the needles which felt like pencils tapping on my skin. This time, before standing up, I checked carefully to make sure there were no needles....there weren't any needles, but there was a scratch on my right forearm that was about 4 inches long. It wasn't bleeding profusely or anything, it looked like a cat scratch, but it was definitely from a needle. I am now starting to realize that she is not very thorough with everything. My 3rd and final appointment was basically the same. At the end, she asked me when I would like my next appointment. I told her that I wasn't sure if I wanted to continue with it or not. She said she could do Monday. I told her I would call to make an appointment if I decided to do more sessions. She told me about her discount program. Basically, the more sessions you pay for up front, the bigger the discount. I got home and noticed that I had several bruises on my stomach from the needles. Before I say no to acupuncture as a whole, I will need to try other doctors. Either way, I don't recommend this place. read more

Diana is a very professional and nice person. She has sensitive hands and can easily determine the problem areas. Her acupuncture treatments and massages helped me get rid of the pain in my legs and to relax the muscles. She also offers a big variety of herbal medicine and may offer advise on how to avoid pain in the future. I would highly recommend Diane to anyone! read more

I went to see Diana for a massage and it was the worst massage I have EVER received. It seemed as though she had no idea what she was doing. There was so systematic approach, and it seemed as if massage was definitely NOT her speciality. I have no idea how she is as an acupuncturist, but I did not get a good feeling about her work. I would NOT recommend Diana for any service. read more