Dr. Na Zhai Clinic Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine

Will and Gloria: A Couple's Journey, A Physician's Honesty

 

Will and Gloria are two of the most peaceful people Dr. Na has ever known.

Gloria came to Dr. Na fifteen years ago. She was suffering a terrible burning sensation around her left temple area, and the same pain in her left ankle, along with severe dizziness.

Her neurologist, Dr. Claude Fortin, had prescribed anti-seizure drugs to mask the pain. But the drugs did not correct the problem. Gloria was allergic to some of them. The others did not work.

"Before I started seeing Dr. Na, the anti-seizure prescriptions Dr. Fortin prescribed for me made me feel like a zombie," Gloria wrote. "And they did little to help with my pain."

Dr. Fortin referred her to Dr. Na.

Gloria's Story

"On my first consultation with Dr. Na on July 13, 1999, she listened extensively to my pain and dizziness problem," Gloria wrote. "She asked many questions and felt an MRI was in order. After the consultation, I was given an acupuncture and a cupping treatment."

"I must admit my initial acupuncture treatment was definitely an experience I will never forget. Some people may shy away from acupuncture because of the stigma associated with the needles. I was apprehensive at first, but I got used to them and felt positive that given time they would relieve my pain, which they certainly did."

"I felt confident Dr. Na could help me with acupuncture and herbal therapy. In my visits to Dr. Na, she felt she could help diminish my pain symptoms and also help my dizziness, but she stated it would take time."

It did take time.

"Granted, the treatment took nearly two years, but it was well worth it!" Gloria wrote. "The burning pain in my head and ankle is gone—and I feel great again, with much energy and stamina. I have so much confidence in Dr. Na. Her acupuncture treatments and herbal therapy have given me back my life again, and I will be forever indebted to her."

Gloria's message to other patients is simple:

"I found in receiving acupuncture, the key is patience, time and confidence in your doctor."

And she found something more than relief.

"I now look forward to every acupuncture treatment, for it gives me an inner peace and is wonderful for relieving stress. I find that I will incorporate acupuncture into my life, for I find it very stimulating and relaxing."

Her husband saw the change too.

"My husband and I are very impressed with Dr. Na. She is very professional, competent and compassionate with her patients. She cares very much for her patients and wants to help them with their medical problems."

Gloria concluded:

"Dr. Na is a very brilliant, professional caring doctor. She devotes as much time as necessary to each patient. I feel the city of Springfield, IL is a greater place since Dr. Na started practicing here."

Will's Turn

Two weeks ago, Gloria called Dr. Na. She wanted Dr. Na to see her husband, Willard.

Will had been suffering from severe restless leg syndrome. His legs were cramping and restless. It was driving him nuts. He had tried everything, and nothing had helped.

Dr. Na met Will in her office two days later.

"You are a miracle worker," Will said. "You helped my wife so much fifteen years ago. I believe in you that you can help me too."

Will has an upbeat personality. In spite of his big belly, he said he has a lot of energy—he can literally lift and move hundreds of pounds. But his legs really bothered him.

Dr. Na immediately thought he should lose some weight, to improve his blood circulation in his legs. She began treatment: acupuncture, plus Body Clean as usual.

The Honest Part

Will had more bowel movements the following days. He felt less bloated. He lost three pounds. But the restless leg syndrome stayed the same.

The third time and the fourth time he came to Dr. Na, he had lost more pounds. But the restless leg syndrome stayed the same.

Although everyone knows it takes time to get better, both the patient and the doctor began to feel disappointed. Will had called Dr. Na a miracle worker. But the miracle had not come yet.

What This Story Shows

This story is different from the others. It is not finished. Will is still in treatment. His restless leg syndrome has not yet resolved.

Dr. Na could have waited to write this story until it had a happy ending. She chose not to. Because the truth is more important than the appearance.

Not every patient heals in the same amount of time. Gloria took nearly two years. Will may take longer. Or shorter. Or the treatment may need to be adjusted.

This is what honest medicine looks like. Dr. Na is sharing this story because she wants reader to see the whole picture—not just the victories, but the work in progress. The patients who are still being helped. The ones whose healing is still unfolding.

Dr. Na's system follows a pattern. The pattern is sound. But every patient is different. Every body heals at its own pace. That is not a weakness of the system. That is the reality of medicine.

This is the system Dr. Na built. This is what she offers.

And it is not always a straight line. But she does not stop. She does not give up. And she does not pretend.