Wellness Wednesday: Acupuncture – Ancient Healing for Modern Pain Management
Date and Time
Wednesday Jul 23, 2025
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM PDT
When: Wednesday, June 25 | Presentation 10-11 AM, Film screening begins 11:30 AM
Location
Where: Grossmont Healthcare District’s Conference Center Auditorium (9001 Wakarusa St. La Mesa, CA)
Contact: 619.825.5010, library@grossmonthealthcare.org, or visit us in person to learn more
Feature film: White Bird (2023)
Fees/Admission
Wellness Wednesdays are GHD-sponsored programs that feature different health topics every month. Wellness Wednesdays are free and open to all community members. Registration is not required.
Website
Description
This presentation explores the history, principles, and benefits of acupuncture, highlighting its evidence-based applications in effectively managing chronic and acute pain. Attendees will learn how this ancient practice complements modern healthcare to promote wellness and relief.
Speaker: Tracy Strong, DACM, LAc., a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, is the cofounder of SimplyStrong Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine in San Diego, CA. She earned her Master’s and Doctorate degrees from Pacific College of Health and Science and holds a B.S. in Psychology from the University of Southern Mississippi.
With over 30 years in holistic healthcare, including 18 years as a nationally certified massage therapist, Tracy’s clinical expertise includes pain management, palliative care, psycho-emotional health, and healthy aging. Passionate about empowering patients, she uses acupuncture to promote balance and healing. Tracy is a member of the California State Oriental Medical Association and the National Association of Hospice and Palliative Care Acupuncturists.
