I came to see Dr Rafia because of continued chronic hip and buttock pain due to piriformis syndrome. Chiropractic treatments weren't helping and I was just about at the end of my very tenuous rope. Checked on Yelp and saw some awesome reviews of Dr Rafia and was particularly taken with the fact that she didn't go into too much of the tongue and pulse style of TCM. I don't need to know that, I just needed some pain relief. I was hoping for a walk-in appointment and called in to her office. Unfortunately she was fully booked (goes to show she's a good doctor) but we arranged appointment for the next day. I've seen her several times since...... and the pain has almost gone. Swelling and pain on my left knee that I was also experiencing vanished in just two sessions. She is remarkably gentle and friendly with a reassuring touch, always asking if you're okay. She also offers electrical stimulation on the needles and that really helps, along with cupping if you feel so inclined. Its a small office, as are the treatment rooms, but the ambiance is soothing and pleasant and once you're on the table and relaxing with eyes closed, then all is right with the world. And rest assured with Dr Rafia's gentle touch and a warm hug as you leave, you'll soon be on the mend. read more

Dr.Rafia is very knowledgeable and really listens to you. She has a caring approach that makes her special. She has been treating me for sinus issues and back pain. I credit her treatment for my improvement. I highly recommend her. read more

Dr Melendez went above and beyond all expectations regarding back and leg pain. Always gets me better

Dr Rafia is caring and knowledgable. She has been helping me manage my back pain for quite some time. I highly recommend her services.

My husband goes to Premier Acupuncture and loves her service. She listens, therefore understands his issues and treats him accordingly. She is professional and very good! read more

I had an acupunctureist for years when I lived in Cypress. I moved to MV and was skeptical of finding a new doctor that I would like as much as my previous one, and then I found Dr. Rafia. She is very good! Each visit she asks me where my pain is and is able to pinpoint exactly where the treatment is needed. I've had great success and feel better than I have in years. I continue to have regular treatments to maintain my well-being. I highly recommend Dr. Rafia at Premier Acupuncture. read more

Dr. Milene is such a nice and caring person. You can feel it in her actions, the way she handled my situation. Came in with a very bad low back pain and she did not waste any time. She already knew what I was going through. She is a master of what she is doing. I guess my first experience of acupuncture was not so terrifying at all. It was all good and I would definitely recommend her. As for my back pain, I would be lying if I told you the pain was gone after the first session. But I assure you, I went in with a grimace in my face and went home with a smile. The pain was not so bad as it was before. Excited for the coming sessions. read more

Dr. Rafia is amazing! We started by treating my complete back pain and "graduated" to anxiety and insomnia; both of which are improving dramatically. Dr. Rafia is a gentle soul who listens and considers a the best course for the ailment she is presented. I highly recommend her and encourage you to open your mind to acupuncture and cupping and let the healing begin! read more

I have been having back pain for more than a year before going to see Dr. Rafia. I admit I was a bit scared coming in since it was my first time and have never had an acupuncture session before. Dr. Rafia was so nice and made sure I was comfortable. A few months before my first session I started losing mobility on my left arm, I was in pain and couldn't raise my left arm straight up but after my first session; I was able to move my left arm around and straight up with out any pain. Even my husband was amazed with the result of the first session. I ended up coming back a few more times, each time I came the pain in my back diminished significantly and now I am pain free! I am now a firm believer of acupuncture and would definitely recommend Dr. Rafia's practice. She definitely cares for her patients! read more

Dr. Rafia is amazing, her acupuncture treatment has helped me so much. I have been going to her for a while now for acid reflux, anxiety, headaches, and menstrual pain. Her treatment has made all of my problems so much better, my life has improved so much. She is compassionate, helpful, professional and all around a great doctor. I am so grateful to have found this place. read more

Dr. Rafia listens to how you are feeling and your concerns. She then proceeds with a personalized treatment. You leave the office feeling so relaxed. She has such a very calming effect on you, and you feel so much better than when you walked in. She's great! read more

I initially came to see Dr. Rafia because I was told at 46 that I needed back surgery. I went to Dr. Rafia instead because of the excruciating pain that I was in, I needed relief right then and I got it. I have gone once weekly since getting my back pain under control and I am so happy to have found Dr. Rafia. My quality of life is better and I know that I can turn to her for relief when I experience pain, no medication, just natural pain relief. My husband also sees her weekly for pain relief and this speaks volumes because getting him to be consistent when it comes to his health is a challenge. I highly recommend Dr. Rafia, she is the queen!! read more

10 starts! Dr. Milene is amazing, her office is VERY CLEAN, making appointments is always easy- she cares for the well being of her patients and will work with you in every way! She works with insurance! I have been a patient since February and highly RECOMMEND her treatment. I couldn't move my hand due to wrists issues after I had my first baby in November 2013- pain was severe and I was about to get injections to cope with it. After the first treatment pain decreased, I followed up a couple times and now I am PAIN FREE:) *no harmful injections!* Dr. Milene also treated me for lower and mid back pain:) she now treats my mother, sister, and father (and myself!) Professional, caring, and effective :) If you are like me: I was nervous about acupuncture and I told Dr. M about it, she took amazing care of me. GO TO HER!! read more

came to Dr Rafia for tension headaches and lower back pain, when I meet dr rafia and went over everything I was experiencing she laid out a plan for me and saw her twice a week for 3 weeks in which I was amazed how gentle and caring she was to help me, my tension headaches are gone my lower back back is almost gone and I never thought my headaches would go away, I continue to go once a week as maintenance to help with my lower back but has improved greatly, also dr rafia gives great hugs! read more

Premier Acupuncture Care - Acupuncture Near Me - Mission Viejo, California

I saw Dr. Rafia for my very first time doing acupuncture. She was very kind and gentle and made me feel so comfortable during my session. She is concerned with the well being of her patients and makes sure she gets all of the proper info so she needs to effectively treat her patients. If you are hesitant about getting acupuncture you can be assured that your experience with Dr. Rafia will be a great one! read more

I was getting headaches every day and started going to Dr. Rafia. A few months later, and I haven't had a headache in weeks! She has a wonderful caring and compassionate manner and is always concerned with your comfort. I would highly recommend her to anyone considering acupuncture. read more

Dr. Rafia was good and she knows her job well and she has PhD on this major! Only little bit communication problems and she has very small place, other than these concerns very good service and I recommend to the other families! read more

Going to see Dr Rafia was the best choice for me. I had no prior exp with acupuncture. Dr Rafia provided such a safe, confy exp! I am feeling a strong sense of wellbeing and will be a patient as long as Dr will have me. Thank you! read more

Wonderful doctor. Has helped my 93 old mother with chronic pain and overall well-being. Very compassionate and experienced with reasonable rates. Win all around. Thank you dr rafia. read more

First acupuncturist I met through Groupon who treated me like a real patient. Seeing her map out a treatment plan during the first session made me stop hopping groupon specialists and stay with her. She doesn't look at the tongue or feel your pulse or talk about your constitution like most native Asian doctors. And yet, despite only going off of what I told her, she was the first to make my conditions improve, slowly but surely. She asks every time how things have improved, and adjusts accordingly. You feel like she has a direction, a goal, and is aware and flexible in it. She is not stingy with her needles, and gives all the care she thinks you need, even if it involves holding your hand to calm you from needle-phobia or giving you a hug every time you come and leave. She is a doctor who is extremely competent AND compassionate - a rare combination indeed! read more

Quite an interesting and careful experience. Dr. Rafia is so kind to and industrious in her practice. Her array of skills is quite impressive, and whatever you have, she can treat and cure. Again, she is such an exceptional character! read more

Dr Rafia has been treating me for migraines for nearly 2 months now and the results have been better than I ever could have imagined. I have suffered from Migraines for many years and nothing has worked better than the treatment plan that Dr Rafia created for me. She offers very warm and comforting personalized accupuncture services and is not only very caring, she is a true expert at her craft. She knows how to get to the root of the problem and resolve it as quickly and gently as possible. I have never felt better. She has also helped tremendously with my sinus issues and energy levels. My mind and body are in perfect harmony and I will continue to see her as much as she prescribes. It is completely worth the time and money. I highly recommend Dr Rafia. For those of you reading this that don't like needles, Dr Rafia is so gentle, there is nothing to be nervous about. read more

Dr. Rafia is a lovely, caring, extremely results-focused acupuncturist. I was 7 weeks into a broken shoulder and in just four sessions she reduced my pain to practically zero, and substantially increased the range of motion in my arm. She is a total professional, yet she treated me as kindly and considerately as she would a good friend or family member. I recommend her to the highest degree. read more

I have experienced ringing in my ears and hearing loss for 2 months. After a few sessions the ringing is gone and some of my hearing is restored. Dr. Rafia is very kind and attentive and will cater to all your needs. I would recommend her to friends and family read more

Thanks for a prompt appointment and a very special service. I appreciate it.The Dr.listens is very kind and attentive.

I came to Dr. Rafia feeling anxious, depressed, with low energy, and had trouble focusing, concentrating and multi-tasking. Everyday tasks became burdensome and overwhelming. After a couple visits, Dr. Rafia had me feeling just about 100% better. I am feeling more balanced and more like how I used to feel. She is caring and very well educated in her field. I highly recommend her. read more

I started bringing my two children to Dr. Rafia in July of 2015 after two separate orthopedists told me that the best treatment for my kid's issues was acupuncture. And so I found Dr. Rafia through a groupon deal and have to say it was one of the best finds I have made so far through groupon!! Dr. Rafia has been treating my daughter's shoulder that she injured playing water polo and where no other Western medicine or treatments could help her with her pain and use of her shoulder, Dr. Rafia provided her with complete relief and she can now play water polo again, pain free!!! Dr. Rafia has also started treating my daughter for her depression and menstrual cramps, and again with both issues my daughter is no longer suffering from them through Dr. Rafia's acupuncture treatments! Dr. Rafia has also been treating my 11 year old son and his lower back pain he started suffering from and through Dr. Rafia's treatments he too now is pain free! Again, where Western medicine could not relieve my son's pain, Dr. Rafia could, and he can now go back to playing sports, pain free!!! Dr. Rafia also is treating my son for his anxiety and ADHD. I did not want to put my young son on medication for these issues and felt that other treatments, such as acupuncture, would provide better results without all the side effects Western medication seems to cause for these particular issues. And again, we are seeing very positive results!! My son is having a better time focusing on his school work and his grades are showing improvement, as well as, his attitude at home and his positive decision making. Even his anxiety has improved and he has less anxiety attacks and can work through issues better then he had before starting treatments with Dr. Rafia! I never have written a review for anything, but I feel that Dr. Rafia is such a wonderful person and her treatment of my kids is as if she were treating one of her own!!! I have become a firm believer in acupuncture and the positive results I have experienced through Dr. Rafia's treatments, not only on my children, but also on a couple of treatments I have personally received from her!!! Thank you Dr. Rafia for all you do for my children and myself!!!!! read more

Dr.Rafia is the most amazing acupuncturist. She listens and truly wants to help. I started seeing her with severe neck pain, anxiety, and acid reflux and they have all gotten so much better since seeing her! I am so glad I started this new healing process with her. I recommend Dr. Rafia to everyone I know. read more

I'm so glad to have found Dr. Rafia! For years I had been going to a chiropractor for chronic back pain and eventually stopped going. I decided to try out acupuncture this time and in the few months I have been going to see Dr. Rafia, my back pain is much less. I also had her treat me for my carpal tunnel which is now completely better! I'm so glad to have found something that actually works! Thanks Dr. Rafia!!! read more

I have visited Dr. Rafia's office many times seeking relief and treatment for shoulder weakness and movement coordination problems. My problem appeared to be chronic and I started seeing Dr. Rafia after having tried several other medical professionals. She is very professional and results-oriented. She treated my shoulder problems with utmost professionalism and compassionate care. Dr. Rafia sought and paid a lot of attention to feedback from me regarding the status and changes in my shoulder issues. I am very satisfied with the results and appreciate her successful treatment of my affliction. I strongly recommend her. read more

I had tried acupuncture years ago with no success. I decided to try again, and went to Dr. Milene Rafia. I had terrible pain in both legs (thigh) and also left knee. After one or two sessions the pain in my right leg has disappeared. We are currently working on the left side.... I have nothing but good things to say about Dr. Milene. She listens, she asks questions, she is patient, gentle, kind. When I left after my first appointment she gave me a hug and said "you will see". She is very professional, accommodating, and determined to help me! 5 stars for Dr. Milene!!!! read more