Karen Siegel Propis MSOM, MPH, L.Ac., Dipl. CH, RD
KAREN SIEGEL PROPIS
MSOM, MPH, R.Ac., Dipl. CH, RD
Karen Siegel Propis is a board-certified and licensed acupuncturist. She is also a registered dietitian. Because she combines nutrition and Chinese medicine, she helps her patients achieve deep, lasting health.
Her Education and Background
Karen grew up in Atlanta, Georgia, after being born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She first earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Nutrition & Dietetics from the University of Vermont. After that, she completed her clinical internship at the University of Texas in Houston.
She wanted to help communities on a larger scale. Therefore, she earned a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Texas School of Public Health. Later, she completed her Master’s degree in Oriental Medicine at the American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Houston.
Extensive Clinical Experience
Karen has over 15 years of private practice experience. In Houston, Texas, she founded and owned the Acupuncture and Nutrition Clinic. During this time, she helped thousands of patients using acupuncture, herbal medicine, and nutrition plans.
Today, Karen is licensed to practice in both Michigan and Texas. She is also a designated Diplomate in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology.
How She Helps Her Patients
Karen treats a wide variety of physical and emotional health conditions. She uses various strategies from Traditional Chinese Medicine to help her patients. For example, she regularly treats:
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Acute and chronic pain
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Symptoms of menopause
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Dysmenorrhea (painful periods)
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Digestive problems
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Depression
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Migraine headaches
Additionally, Karen specializes in fertility care. She works closely with individuals and couples who are trying to conceive. Like her colleagues, she has advanced training in reproductive medicine. This training helps her combine Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern fertility treatments. She feels grateful to support her patients on their journey to parenthood.
