First impression was great due to their front desk office employees. It now all makes sense that she has a perfect record on here. Absolutely to the point! Found my pain/pressure/tightness that I have been experiencing, and she works her magic. After cupping, electric stimulation, and acupuncture treatment I felt so much tension go away. I could move my neck without feeling so much pressure on my shoulders. She is a professional and knew exactly what to do. Definitely coming here forever read more

This is the best acupuncturist. Dr Kim is so knowledgeable and she finally corrected my pinched nerve in my neck that was causing extreme pain in the middle of my back. I was grateful to get off of pain medication. I highly recommend Dr. Kim. read more

I love Lena!!!! She's so sweet and she's great at explaining everything with you. I have never had acupuncture and she listened to my concerns and answered all of my questions. She even prescribed some herbal supplements for my acne and it helped with my sleep as well. A huge benefit since I have trouble staying asleep through the night. I'll upload a "before and after" of the 30 days. Her knowledge totally helped my skin and I was able to start wearing make up again since the breakouts got fewer and farther in between. I highly recommend her to family and friends. read more

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I usually had unusually severe pain in my shoulders, back, and knees. I couldn't only clearly find the cause of my pain at the hospital, but also the financial burden of getting them treated was huge for me. So, I received weekly treatment at the Lena Kim Acupuncture through Ms. Kim and approximately, a month and a half later, I was able to relieve most of the pain! I also found out that she is not only very kind and passionate but also a very famous oriental doctor well-known in S. Korea. So, I strongly and confidently recommend Lena Kim Acupuncture and hope that more of my neighbors will be able to stay healthy and be recovered through her treatment. Thank you so much, Ms. Kim! :) read more

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I injured my lower back and was advised by friends that it's best to seek treatment sooner rather than later when it comes to any injuries. I was contemplating to either see a chiropractor or an acupuncturist. I really wasn't sure which would be the better choice (western or eastern) for treatment, but I'm glad I decided to go see Lena Kim. It's been less then 24 hours and her treatment has helped relieved the pain greatly. I'm looking forward to my next scheduled appointment and will likely seek her expertise on other treatments to properly "maintain" my overall body functions in the future. I highly recommend her services! read more

Hi my name is Marina I been getting acupuncture most of my adult life and I can tell you that Lena Kim is one of the best acupuncturist that I have been, she is very knowledgeable, caring, friendly and put her mind time and passion on taking care of your health needs Every time I see her I feel better I 100% recommend her. read more

I've been seeing Dr. Kim almost every week for several months now. I've seen two other accupuncture docs & I really like how Dr Kim combines acupuncture with acupressure and massage. I always feel really good and relaxed after my sessions and back pain is reduced. I also see her for brain fog, she is highly skilled and trained, very personable, she looks young but she's very knowledgeable with years of experience and strong hands. If you're looking for a good acupuncturist in Orange County don't look any further, go see Dr. Kim. Easy parking too. Love the heated bed, heat lamps & massage machines. Highly recommend! Near John Wayne Airport. read more

I started acupuncture for my torn rotator cuff and then discovered that Lena Kim can also treat urinary incontinence with acupuncture. I have tried so many treatments (other than surgery because I am only 35 years old) and nothing has worked until acupuncture! I noticed a big difference after the very first session and have not had any incontinence at all after 3 sessions! I am amazed and shocked and so grateful because I thought I would be peeing my pants (more than once a day) for the rest of my life... Lena Kim is very knowledgeable in her field, as well as quick and gentle.The office staff is friendly and the environment is welcoming, calm, and clean. I look forward to my acupuncture appointments and I love when she does CUPPING on my back-- feels incredible! read more

Dr. Kim is fantastic! She was very helpful in addressing my lower back pain and overall tightness. I highly recommend using her and trying out her services. My mother in law also visited and felt great relief afterwards. read more

I got referred to Dr. Kim for Acupunture. I went to see her for shoulder and next pain. Having lived abroad in China, Japan and Korea, I can surely say that I'm quite knowledgeable on Chinese medicine and acupuncture. Not only she's an expert on Chinese medicine and acupuncture, she's also very knowledgeable in physical therapy, which helped to address my issues. I even took my children. Shes also extremely caring and thoughtful for her patients. She listens carefully and gives her diagnosis. She's definitely one of the best I've seen! read more

She was excellent diagnosing and treating my symptom which didn't make any sense as far as I am concerned. I had a malfunctioning right thumb that I can not fully extend after my booster shot. I was visiting my sister family in CA from MA, and I did not have much time to receive some good treatments. But she accommodated my needs to provide the utmost care and treatments during my stay in CA. I highly recommend Lena Kim for any acupuncture needs. read more

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Acupuncture is my first stop for any discomfort or pain in my body. With that said, finding an acupuncturist that you gel with is as hard as finding a PCP. Lena has the detailed knowledge as well as the bedside manner that makes me look forward to my sessions with her. I came in for neck pain from a herniated disc that trickled down to my arm and hands. Since my first appt, most of my pain has decreased and my posture is quickly getting better. Lena takes the time to help you understand what's going on with your body. Going on any journey to rehabilitate your body is tough but finding Lena has made the process less scary and more hopeful. My husband now goes to Lena to help with his alignment and posture. Already seeing progress - Thank you Lena! read more

I'll start by saying Lena is very perceptive about the issues I explained. Upon the first visit I was very optimistic about how she was able to identify the root of my problems. I have been struggling for years with muscle and nerve pain in my back and leg from bulging disc and degenerative disc disease. I have been to a number of physical therapists and other methods of recovery and none of them have been as effective as this. I am final optimistic I have found something to help me heal long term. Staff is always friendly and timely. read more

Im thankful for Lena and her gift of bringing ease to my body, mind and soul. my body is turning a corner and it has never felt this good .I forgot how pleasant it is to not to wake up without a headache or be too stiff to get out of bed in the morning. thankful Edie read more

Beside being a sweet caring professional, Lena is so knowledgeable in everything related to pain and stress management. She really takes time to explain the concepts of acupuncture if you're willing to learn and always tries to make you comfortable at all times. Very much recommended ++++ read more

I have been going to Dr. Kim for several years now and I leave every visit feeling super relaxed and pain free. Dr. Kim genuinely listens to you and pinpoints where you feel pain, and I always feel very well-heard and well-taken care of by Dr. Kim. Additionally, if you are an athlete and suffer from chronic joint pain, ligament pain, or sprains, I highly recommend Dr. Kim, as I have gone to her throughout the years for multiple ankle sprains (from playing college soccer) and it has accelerated my healing process immensely. Overall, I trust Dr. Kim with my life and would recommend her to anyone! read more

I am so fortunate to have found Dr. Lena! She is the best Chinese medicine doctor i've ever experienced. She is not only a great doctor but also a very caring and considerate person. My pregnancy symptoms(gas, bloating, nausea, headache etc) are getting much better after Dr. Kim carefully treated with acupuncture and other therapies. I also believe i got pregnant naturally after taking a few rounds of her herbal medicine. I just cant help but spread the word about her! read more

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I suffered from daily headaches these last couple of months and I could not find any solid solution. After the recommendation from my doctor, I tried out acupuncture and it has been life changing. Every time I leave a session, I am so relaxed and at peace. I used to treat my headaches with pain pills and it wasn't a permanent solution. Now with acupuncture I feel a difference and haven't had a migraine in weeks. I highly recommend this form of treatment to anyone. Lena Kim and her assistant are professional, trustworthy and kind. I don't often write reviews but they're services have been amazing. read more

Lena is the best doctor I've ever been to! She was attentive, considerate, knowledgeable, and welcoming. I came in for migraine and stomach discomfort. This was my first acupuncture and I was nervous. Lena was very gentle and acupuncture wasn't painful at all. Thank you Lena for making me so much better! read more

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I love her! She used to work at big hospital(Jaseng) and maybe many patients are looking for her right now. I wanted to keep her from them but i decided to write a review so other people can get their health back like me. Personally I didn't want her to be too famous. Because I wanna go see her anytime. I trust her so much because she studied and licensed doctor of Korean medicine from Korea which is origin. I am happy that finally i found her here Irvine/ Newport beach boarder area. Plenty of parking. She always gives me a nice Energy. You never going to find better than her. She is great! read more

I have been seeing Dr. Kim for roughly a month, and she has addressed all my issues - from sports injuries to my mental health - and I have had massive success! This has been my first experience with acupuncture, and I am sold on Dr. Kim. I highly recommend! read more

I started seeing Lena Kim for acupuncture a month ago for severe lumbar and coccyx pain and all I can say is WOW. After only two treatments I felt 50% better and after a month I'm back to normal with maintenance visits. Lena is incredibly knowledgeable and does an excellent job of not only identifying and treating your pain, but explaining to you which nerves are affected and what they're connected too. I'm so thankful I was referred to her and in turn refer anyone I can that needs treatment for pain or stress. It's incredible what acupuncture can do for the body over taking prescription medications. read more

I am so grateful to have found Dr. Kim. I had horrible shoulder pain. It was so intense and I looked on Yelp for an acupuncturist and found Dr. Kim. Within the first visit the pain was 75% gone. By the 2nd visit it was practically gone. I've never been to an acupuncturist where they've relieved the pain. She's so kind and amazing. I keep going to her because she's helping with the muscle tightness and my posture. I highly recommend her. read more

I have been doing acupuncture and cupping therapy with Dr. Kim for shoulder pain. When I got to the office for my first visit I couldn't raise my right arm because of the pain, the improvement within 2-3 weeks was tremendous - I was back in the gym lifting heavy weights. She is very knowledgeable, she is great! read more

My body always needed for acupuncturist after my lower back pain occurred before I met Doctor Lena. We all know visiting more, helping her business better but she always finishes her treatment in just few visits(But this can be differ by your body conditions). She is the only acupuncturist I know who treats the patient with all of her heart. You will definitely feel it when you want to be better in any ways, she is a good supporter. read more

I had a shoulder impingement due to lifting heavy objects. After seeing a Physical Therapist for several months, I still had pain and limited movement. Then, a friend recommended me to see Dr. Lena Kim. After about ten sessions, I experienced complete relief. Dr. Kim used several procedures on me: 1. Acupuncture - penetrating needles to points on the body to relieve pain; 2. Cupping Therapy - the placement of vacuum suction cups to affected areas to improve circulation; 3. The application of electrical stimulation to improve circulation; 4. Acupressure - Using finger pressure to points on the body to relieve pain; 5. Classical Massage Therapy - Hand massage with lotion on affected areas of the body; 6. Ultraviolet Light - Using heat to improve circulation and to relieve pain. It is not easy to find a doctor who can completely relieve one's pain. I am very grateful for Dr. Kim's treatment. read more

Doctor is very popular and great. She knows and treats that patients need. The best acupuncture ever!

I visited Dr.Lena Kim after I got into a car accident. I had muscle aches here and there and found this place through friend's recommendation. Dr. Kim was super helpful in giving treatment and very thorough with checking my condition. The acupuncture did not hurt than I expected. It was very quick and I am getting better day by day. I am planning to visit her weekly and I am seeing improvements. I highly recommend people who are suffering from back pains or any other muscle pains! Acupunture is very effective and doesn't a lot of pain compared to Western medicine. read more

Dr. Lena Kim became one of my favorite doctors. I have been suffered for a long time from fascial restrictions symptoms and Spondylolysis, which cause a lot of pain and stiffness on my neck and back. I just went to UCI hospital to see many specialists. I hadn't realized Acupuncture therapy would help my symptoms a lot until I met Dr. Kim. She is a skillful, sincere, and warm hearted doctor. She gave me skilled treatment in various ways. She even tried to use new technological medical tools for the treatments in safe way. Her therapy was not always same. She always made an effort to find the way of more effective, soothing, and appropriate therapies. I feel much better after the treatments. The movement of my neck is really comfortable and all the pain is really relived. The way of living has become more physically active. I already made 20 visits which can be covered by insurance this year. So I am planning to see Dr. Kim next year also when needed. Thank you so much, Dr. Lena!! read more

Dr. Kim is young and smart. I have been seeing a few accupunturists for the last 10 years and so far, Dr. Kim is the best. She is good at diagnosis and treatment. I felt much relief after each session. I saw her for about 20 visits. The only thing I don't like is the more visits, the less treatment or she was paying less attention to my condition. I visited her at the Newport's Office. She has another Office in Brea now. I think because she was so occupied with the office expansion, she didn't treat me well as the first 12 visits. However, I still highly recommend Dr. Lee if someone is looking for an Acupuncturist read more

FIVE GIANT stars!!! Dr. Kim is a true blessing in my family's health. I could barely walk from extreme back pain and just like that in ONE session all gone? Unbelievable!! Another incredible plus is her "MAGICAL" tea ;) Her knowledge of herbs is advanced and she personalized mine to increase energy, get my mind out of a cloudy funk and decrease appetite. Sounded too good to be true...I felt the shift from my first cup! Speaking of Cups - she offers cupping technique with or without fire, both are my faves as they quickly relieve sore muscles. She has a very KIND approach, my daughter was afraid of needles so Dr. Kim takes the time stay with her and apply her healing using acuPRESSURE (no needles yay!) Your body and mind will surely thank you for a Dr. Kim session. When I met her I though she looked so young, I hugely underestimated this darling powerhouse that has literally been a God sent! read more

Dr. IIwha Lena Kim is a BLESSING! She embodies the definition of a doctor in every positive sense of the word: very knowledgeable about medicine, the human body, mind and spirit, and knows how to heal the body and relieve pain taking a holistic approach. From lower back pain to tennis elbow to old pains in older bodies, she is innovative in her approach and builds trust early on in the doctor/patient relationship. She provides a very welcoming, comfortable and caring environment from the moment you step into her office and throughout the treatment process. She takes the time to listen and learn about what the patient is experiencing and how it is impacting their quality of life. Her cupping approach brings instant relief, and she is excellent with the needle placement - you don't feel a thing! I wholeheartedly agree with the other reviewer who shared that Dr. Kim treats "the patient with all of her heart." Thank you, IIwha, for your caring heart and beautiful spirit. You are touching many lives and impacting the well-being of many folks, with your healing hand. God Bless You Always! :) read more