Dr. Kim Drolet is a doctor of Chinese Medicine and Licensed Acupuncturist, specializing in acupuncture and herbal medicine with more that 15 years experience. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her patients. Dr. Drolet's passion lies in enhancing lives through natural medicines whenever possible, helping people feel better so they can enjoy their life to the fullest. 

 

After experiencing acupuncture in her late 30s, she flipped the script on her life and started a 6 year education journey at 40 years old, culminating with Masters and Doctoral degrees in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science. 

 

During those studies, Dr. Drolet had the honor of immersive studies in Chengdu, China, where she witnessed the full spectrum of Chinese Medicine, particularly the widespread use of herbs for almost any medical condition. 

 

In addition to a thriving acupuncture and herbal practice at San Diego Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture, she developed Grow Hair,  capsulized herbal combination for hair loss. These are available in office, or online at http://conciergeherbalist.com). Dr. Drolet also offers a 15 minute free discovery call for patients interested in her Grow Hair over-the-counter, available online, herbal hair program utilizing Chinese Herbs, to answer any questions.  

 

She loves spreading knowledge about Chinese Medicine and served several years as teaching faculty and clinic supervisor at Pacific College of Health and Science. 

 

Having experienced significant health challenges herself, Dr. Drolet approaches each patient with empathy and a commitment to integrating traditional methods with modern understanding. Dr. Drolet welcomes inquiries from those seeking to explore Chinese Medicine acupuncture and herbology for their well-being.

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Telemedicine herbal consultation appointments are available to anyone in the United States​.

 

Most of Dr. Drolet's patients have one or more of the following (yes! symptoms are often related!):

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Hair Thinning: Founder of Grow Hair herbal program to help deficiency based and/or stress influenced hair thinning. No appointment is necessary. This herbal program to foster hair growth is available "over-the counter" to anyone in the United States, online.

 

Low energy: fatigue, easily catch cold/flu, cyclical sickness, hormonal issues and energy, perimenopause and menopause

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Digestion: bloating, gas, stomach acid, constipation, diarrhea.

 

Dermatology/Skn: perioral dermatitis, acne, unexplained itching, eczema, rosacia, psoriasis. 

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Mental Health: stress, burn-out, depression, anxiety, especially as it intersects with physical health
 

Nose/Sinus: Chronic sinus and nose issues, seasonal allergies.

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Complex: Multiple chronic symptoms unexplained, or no good (or too many side effects) western medical treatment. Dr. Drolet has, among other things, been through brain surgeries. Her son was born with a medical condition, and also later diagnosed with a spinal cord tumor. Her experiences gives her a nuanced and empathetic approach to difficult, complicated, and serious conditions. She strives to balance western and eastern approaches. She is sincere and honest in her assessments and prognosis for complex chronic diseases. Because Chinese Medicine can often help, and be a part of the picture in caring, she particularly loves working with people in difficult situations.

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In addition, Dr. Drolet commonly treats:

 

Pain, low back pain, knee pain, neck pain - Dr. Drolet usually utilizes cupping as part of acupuncture treatment sessions (no additional charge) for pain conditions.

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Flu, Covid, Lingering Covid, Long Covid symptoms, Chronic cough

 

Menstruation and Menopause Health

 

Headaches and foggy head

 

Eyes, ears, nose, and throat

 

Anemia, osteoporosis

 

What Others Have to Say

 

"Dr. Drolet is one of the best doctors my family and I have ever been to! She is extremely caring, kind, encouraging, and knowledgeable. She always values my opinions, comfortabilities, and thoughts regarding my body's symptoms and patterns. She truly takes the time to think and review my symptoms to look for the best way of treating me, which none of my other doctors do!"

   -Nina, 24

 

"Dr. Drolet is amazing! I was breaking out due to stress and dealing with other health issues. I can report that my skin has never been more clear (I get compliments all the time on my glowing skin) and feel so great! She has turned my health around, and I cannot be happier."

   -Elizabeth, 36

 

"Love being treated by Dr. Kim. Getting great results. Professional and knowledgeable practitioner."

   -Linda, 72