Dr. Fan helped me with not only Sciatica, but also helped me lose 36 POUNDS! I had been suffering from sciatica in my left leg for over 2 years, I had seen a chiropractor and tried everything for relief but nothing worked. I was pregnant with my 4th child and could barely walk, stand or sit for long periods of time without my leg going completely numb. A friend of mine suggested for me to see Dr. Fan and try acupuncture. I was hesitant at first because thinking of having needles in my body was a little scary, especially being pregnant. When I went to see Dr. Fan, he was kind and took the time to explain to me the benefits of acupuncture. After the FIRST session I was able to walk out of his office standing straight up again. He continued to treat me over the final trimester and he helped with not only back pain, but also was able to relieve my swollen feet and legs from pregnancy. After I had my son I went back to see Dr. Fan and asked about acupuncture for weight loss. He thought it would also be helpful to get some of the weight of to also help with my sciatica. The first week I lost 8 POUNDS!! I was stunned by how well it worked. I began to see Dr. Fan every week and continued to loose at least 2 pounds every week. I noticed my appetite changed to where I was no longer craving food all the time. I was no longer snacking during the day, and found I was no longer able to finish my usual portions. I also noticed when I would eat sweet things my stomach no longer could tolerate them, eventually I just stopped wanting to even eat sweets. After about 15 weeks of weight loss treatment I have lost a total of 36 POUNDS! I honestly had no idea that it would work so well. Dr. Fan has been incredible to work with. I have been so impressed with Dr. Fan that I have sent my husband and my 14 year old daughter to see Dr. Fan. He treated my husband for shoulder and back pain, and treated my daughter for ADHD (yes he treats that too!) in just 5 weeks I have noticed a major improvement with my daughter's ability to concentrate on school. She got her first 100 on an English quiz, and has now started to want to do homework and complete projects early. It was like he turned the switch "on" in her brain. I am so thankful for him! Thank you again Dr. Fan, my family is forever grateful read more

I have type II DM and is under various sugar lowering drugs. I don't know whether it is the side effect of these drugs or that it is independent of drugs and DM, that my thighs started to get so fatigued that if I do not do yoga or physical one day, next day would be very very tough and I would feel as if i did a 30 miles marathon the previous day. I thought there should be some better ways of easing from this tiredness and through my brother ( Surya Mishra) I came in contact with this acupuncturist. Dr Fan did a procedure with the pins. I went home and was surprised the next day, the tiredness has gone!. after about two months it came back with less intensity. Again I sought Dr fans procedure and it is 3 months now and the tired has not returned. If you do two procedure in a year and get relief from of tons of drugs, there is nothing more welcoming than this. I am a biochemist and have some knowledge on the chemistry of life. The healing that I and many others got from this procedure suggest that nervous system not only control internal functioning and respond to outer environment, it has an autonomous system of functions that regulate and balance metabolites in the body when properly stimulated. Almost all old age sickness and metabolic problems are related to mis-regulation of metabolite balance. If a non-chemical non-painful methods such as acupuncture could help, why not give a try. I believe it will not only give relief and bring smiles to patient but would relieve medicare and medicaid as well from heavy financial burdens. Thank you Dr. Fan. You are doing a great job read more

I started seeing Dr. Fan because of my post-menopausal hot flashes and related insomnia. Both had me sleeping intermittently for about 4 to 5 hours a night for the last 4 years, and I was a ghost of my former self. I did not try "natural" or "pharmaceutical" hormone replacement, because they are artificial to me. After one session, my hot flashes decreased from several times a day to one or twice a week with a huge decrease in the severity and no more associated breathlessness, which I believe was mostly the cause of my insomnia. I now sleep deeply through the night, 8, 10 or 12 hours, and if I do wake up, I am able to fall back to sleep quickly. My body generally feels cooler, and the constant craving for caffeine, sugar and food overall is gone now that I don't have to stimulate my body to get through the day. I continue to see Dr. Fan on a weekly basis. As he restores me back to balance, symptoms that I have had for decades are resolving, including the chronic pain, constipation and weight gain I have from a horseback riding accident as a teenager. I am returning to the body that I remember long ago and no longer stuck in something that I do not recognize. Thank you, Dr. Fan, and God bless you! read more

I was referred to Dr. Yan Fan by my traditional western medical doctor because my arthritis had gotten so bad and I am allergic to the main ingredient in all but one medication and that medication damages my one remaining kidney. I have to say that given my IQ of 178, I was skeptical but practical about this. After just one session yesterday, I was finally able to sleep without any sinus pain and congestion due to my CPAP machine and I awoke with no pain in my right knee for the first time since my car accident in 2011. I am writing this review at 3AM because I simply can't believe the results. Just because I don't understand how it works, doesn't mean it doesn't work. It works. I am so glad that I found Dr. Fan and I look forward to the several remaining sessions needed to address various other issues. I have to say that the session was painless and yet my bodies reaction during the treatment was nothing short of amazing. I could feel my body getting warm all over in response to the treatment. I am so grateful to Dr. Fan. Thank you. read more

If you want to curb your appetite, Dr Fan is your man! I have lost 5lbs since my first session 2 weeks ago. Initially, I went to get acupuncture from Dr Fan because of menopause. I was suffering from hot flashes and insomnia. After 4 visits with Dr Fan my hot flashes disappeared and sleep gotten much better. I am a pulmonary ICU nurse of 12 years and I come back to richmond to visit my parents. My best friend recommended Dr Fan for my menopause. She had similar symptoms as me and gotten much better from Dr Fan treatments. I have been to several acupuncturists in my living state of California but they not help my hot flash beforehand, But Dr Fan helped me. I am very happy! He has an extensive clinical knowledge. Thank you to Dr. Fan and I highly recommend him to you if you has a menopause Problems like me and if you are afraid of side effects of medication. read more

I came to Yan Fan 12 years ago. I had been suffering for 5 years with a fracture in my foot. Unable to walk any small distance without terrible pain. Had been to 4 podiatrists, had 3 custom-made orthotics - each making the pain all the more worse. I learned about Yan Fan through my sister-in-law. I knew nothing about acupuncture and a bit nervous. After 8 treatments, I was PAIN FREE! To this very day, I am pain free! I am forever grateful for Yan Fan's treatment and care. He genuinely cares and wants to help everyone! Whatever your condition, give Yan Fan a call! You will be AMAZED! Remember with chronic pain, it will take some time - so be patient! VERY REASONABLY PRICED!! Thank you Yan Fan for all you have done to restore my good health!! I only wish I had known about you much earlier! Richmond is blessed to have you!! read more

Dr. Yan N. Fan is truly a marvel. He is a 4th generation Chinese acupuncturist/practitioner who practices traditional Chinese medicine. His holistic and traditional way of treating the body as a whole improves many functions in the body. For me, he has helped me with my asthma and my intestinal issues. He has a very fine understanding of how to treat the body to stimulate natural healing and improve the immune system. He has brought me much relief and helped me and my wife and I go to see him as well for wellness care. His treatments, I am convinced, will allow us to age much more gracefully and enjoy much more health WITHOUT pharmaceuticals or other medical intervention! Bravo, Dr. Fan! You are the best and are too modest about your phenomenal skills and knowledge. read more

I developed carpal tunnel as a result of drugs I must take post-breast cancer treatment. The condition was interfering materially with my work. My oncologist recommended acupuncture for side effects of the medication. I decided to see Yan Fan after seeing the great reviews on Yelp. Dr. Fan really helped me tremendously. While as long as I am taking the drugs I believe I will have carpal tunnel issues, Dr. Fan's treatments drastically reduced the discomfort and have enabled me to do most activities with my wrist/hand without pain. I have become a true believer in acupuncture due to Dr. Fan. Further, I have suffered for years with interstitial cystitis, and I believe Dr. Fan's treatment also helped those symptoms greatly. Thank you Dr. Fan! read more

I had suffered from L5 disc back pain for over 5 years that had resulted from a home construction injury. Repetitive motion from my work aggravated the condition until I could barely walk. Prescribed muscle relaxers was no solution and the next step in traditional American medicine would have been back surgery. A friend recommended Dr. Fan and after 4 treatments in two weeks time I could walk and sit normally without back pain. I now see Dr. Fan for regular treatments to alleviate pain that result from ongoing repetitive motion, carpel tunnel, arthritis and for general health benefits. I am deeply grateful to Dr Fan. He is very knowledgeable and his treatments are very effective. read more

I was a skeptic regarding acupuncture until I had a herniated disk in my lower back. The pain was so bad that I could barely walk and couldn't get out of my house to see a doctor and have an MRI. A friend recommended Dr Fan and he came to my house and treated me three times. We observed all COVID-19 precautions. By the second treatment, I was able to ambulate with far less pain and make it out to see two doctors. Ironically, both doctors were familiar with Dr. Fan and spoke highly about his services. I can recommend Dr. Fan without reservation and I continue to receive his treatments at his office. He has a gentle and wonderful bedside manner. read more

I developed issues with Dry Eye Syndrome couple years ago which required drops 4-6 times a day with little improvement so recently I wanted to try acupuncture. I made an appointment with Dr Yan Fan to see if he could help. After one visit there was noticeable improvement with my eyes and after 3 visits I no longer need drops and can comfortably work at a computer all day. With such success I asked Dr Fan to address health issues such as energy, mood and achey joints and am thrilled to have a much better overall outlook without the use of medication. Would recommend Yan Fan as your family acupuncturist for treatment of most anything! read more

From maintaining my head pain to the growing older aches & pains, Accupuncture has made such a difference in the life I woke up to before day in and out in chronic pain. I began Accupuncture 5 years ago and seen many who gave me minimal relief, 2 years ago I began seeing Yan Fan who is very experienced and knowledgeable medicinally Accupuncturist. I went from consistently looking for relief to knowing when I feel the pain coming on I schedule an appointment with Yan & know I won't ever have to endure that level of pain anymore! Thank you so much Yan! I can't imagine life without you read more

Dr. Yan Fan is exceptional! Best acupuncture in Richmond! Dr. Fan's methods have helped relieve me of significant muscle tightness and restriction. Since seeing Dr. Fan for acupuncture I feel a million times better both mentally and physically and I have been able to stop taking anti-inflammatories. I had to take NSAIDs consistently for 7+ years in an effort to manage discomfort from a chronic health problem. Thanks to Dr. Yan Fan, I am relieved to not need to take this medication anymore. Avoiding the side effects from the NSAIDs is wonderful! read more

I have chronic back issues. I have been going to physical therapy for 2+ years with some improvement. My orthopaedist recommended I try acupuncture. I made an appointment with Dr. Fan and am amazed that after a few treatments, my back pain has greatly diminished! The result from acupuncture has been more immediate than with PT. I feel stronger and with less pain, I am able to increase my physical activity. Dr. Fan is very knowledgeable and passionate about his profession. He has made me a true believer in acupuncture! read more

I have known Dr Fan for a long time, I just wish I did not take so long to finally get some acupuncture treatments from him!! Mr Fan is amazing, very knowledgeable and experienced in TCM/Acupuncture. I was shocked at how pain free the sessions are and how I feel during and after treatment. The energy waves throughout my body while the needles are in me are miraculous. The total body rejuvenation treatment and the Hormonal Stasis treatment left me feeling like a new person. Amazing results, you wont be disappointed. read more

Dr. Yan Fan is exceptional! Dr. Fan's methods have helped relieve me of significant muscle tightness and restriction. Since seeing Dr. Fan for acupuncture I feel significantly better both mentally and physically and I have been able to stop taking anti-inflammatories. I had to take NSAIDs consistently for 7+ years in an effort to manage discomfort from a chronic health problem. Thanks to Dr. Yan Fan, I am relieved to not need to take this medication anymore. Avoiding the side effects from the NSAIDs is wonderful! read more

I was suffering from a pinched nerve that caused pain from my lower back to my knee. I had received shots to relieve the pain, but they only lasted a short time. I was told I would my only option was surgery. I decided to give acupuncture a try with Dr Fan instead of surgery. He was able to relieve the pain so that I no longer have the pain in my back or leg. I was able to resume activities without pain. I would recommend Dr Fan as an alternative to surgery or pills. read more

After flying across the United States, recently, I became very ill... I was coughing, feverish and had a terrible runny nose. I was sick! I was fortunate enough to be treated by Mr. Yan. I felt better later in the day and slept well that evening! The next morning, I was feeling much better. I took the Chinese Herbs that Mr. Yan prescribed for me. I was so relieved to be feeling so much better subsequently..The needles and Mr. Yan really helped! Thanks read more

I have had pain from bursitis in my foot due to a hammer toe that has bothered me for several years. I used to get relief from occasional cortisone shots but the benefit was short lived. I have had ONE treatment from Dr. Fan and the pain is gone. I like the fact that I am no longer putting chemicals into my body to get pain relief. Kathy Carrell read more