Frank He, L. Ac., QME, DAOM
Specializes in neuro-musculo-skeletal injuries caused by auto, work or sports-related
Frank He, LAc, founder of HeCares Integrative Medicine Center, trained in China at Liaoning University of TCM, and later practiced at its affiliated hospital as well as Shenyang Neurology Hospital. Prior to his eight years of formal medical school study, he was taught by his grandfather, an experienced practitioner of TCM.
As the Sports Injury Specialist as well as the treating acupuncturist, Dr. He founded the Five Branches Sports Injury Clinic and the affiliated Integrative Sports Medicine Certificate program for Masters students and DAOM fellows. As a Professor, he served as Chair of the Acupuncture Department of Five Branches University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Santa Cruz and San Jose.
Dr. He has taught his founding sports medicine approach, Muscle Channel Technique (MCT) and Subcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (SENS), to orthopedic surgeons throughout Europe. He is currently a Fellow of American Association of Integrative Medicine and a Diplomat of the College of Acupuncture and Neuromuscular Therapy. Since his move to the U.S., Frank has been lecturing in states to licensed acupuncturists and other health care professionals. He was the keynote speaker for the 21st Symposium of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncturists in 2009.
Besides his dedication to Integrative Medicine, Dr. He is also a sports enthusiast. He was state champion decathlete for eight years while studying in medical school. He loves sports, knows sports and treats sports injuries. His patients range from weekend warriors to Olympic Gold medalists.
Specializes in neuro-musculo-skeletal injuries caused by auto, work or sports-related
Frank He, LAc, founder of HeCares Integrative Medicine Center, trained in China at Liaoning University of TCM, and later practiced at its affiliated hospital as well as Shenyang Neurology Hospital. Prior to his eight years of formal medical school study, he was taught by his grandfather, an experienced practitioner of TCM.
As the Sports Injury Specialist as well as the treating acupuncturist, Dr. He founded the Five Branches Sports Injury Clinic and the affiliated Integrative Sports Medicine Certificate program for Masters students and DAOM fellows. As a Professor, he served as Chair of the Acupuncture Department of Five Branches University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Santa Cruz and San Jose.
Dr. He has taught his founding sports medicine approach, Muscle Channel Technique (MCT) and Subcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (SENS), to orthopedic surgeons throughout Europe. He is currently a Fellow of American Association of Integrative Medicine and a Diplomat of the College of Acupuncture and Neuromuscular Therapy. Since his move to the U.S., Frank has been lecturing in states to licensed acupuncturists and other health care professionals. He was the keynote speaker for the 21st Symposium of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncturists in 2009.
Besides his dedication to Integrative Medicine, Dr. He is also a sports enthusiast. He was state champion decathlete for eight years while studying in medical school. He loves sports, knows sports and treats sports injuries. His patients range from weekend warriors to Olympic Gold medalists.
Leia Sutton-Barnes, L. Ac.
Pain Management, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Facial Rejuvenation
Leia holds a B.A. degree in Human Biology from Stanford University, where she majored in Holistic Health and Environment. She also holds a Master of Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University with emphasis on Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Acupuncture as well as Tui Na (Asian therapeutic massage).
In her undergraduate studies, Leia minored in Latin American Studies and studied abroad in Chile. Between studying at Stanford and at Five Branches, Leia has also lived in Puerto Rico. There, she taught middle and high school literature, science and math, and coached girls’ basketball. To say she is bilingual in English and Spanish would be an understatement.
Leia joined the HeCares Sports Medicine Department in 2017. She specializes in Sports Medicine, Women's and Children's Health, and Urgent Care for house or hospital calls. She is available for appointments at our Sunnyvale, Los Gatos and Santa Cruz locations.
Pain Management, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Facial Rejuvenation
Leia holds a B.A. degree in Human Biology from Stanford University, where she majored in Holistic Health and Environment. She also holds a Master of Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches University with emphasis on Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Acupuncture as well as Tui Na (Asian therapeutic massage).
In her undergraduate studies, Leia minored in Latin American Studies and studied abroad in Chile. Between studying at Stanford and at Five Branches, Leia has also lived in Puerto Rico. There, she taught middle and high school literature, science and math, and coached girls’ basketball. To say she is bilingual in English and Spanish would be an understatement.
Leia joined the HeCares Sports Medicine Department in 2017. She specializes in Sports Medicine, Women's and Children's Health, and Urgent Care for house or hospital calls. She is available for appointments at our Sunnyvale, Los Gatos and Santa Cruz locations.
Catherine Yan Peng, L. Ac.
Internal Medicine, Women's Health, Skin disorders, Mental Health
Born to a family with a long lineage of Chinese Medicine, Catherine has naturally developed a fervent passion for health and well being. In stead of simply inheriting and living off her family legacy, Catherine chose to go the extra mile to formally pursue a degree in medicine from Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and further the work her parents started.
With over 20 years of clinical experience in the hospital setting, Catherine has honed her expertise in the areas of physical medicine, internal medicine, mental health, and women’s health, with particular distinction in thyroid disorders. She is the one who HeCares needs and seeks.
Internal Medicine, Women's Health, Skin disorders, Mental Health
Born to a family with a long lineage of Chinese Medicine, Catherine has naturally developed a fervent passion for health and well being. In stead of simply inheriting and living off her family legacy, Catherine chose to go the extra mile to formally pursue a degree in medicine from Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and further the work her parents started.
With over 20 years of clinical experience in the hospital setting, Catherine has honed her expertise in the areas of physical medicine, internal medicine, mental health, and women’s health, with particular distinction in thyroid disorders. She is the one who HeCares needs and seeks.
David Dick, L. Ac., DAOM
Pain Management, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Post-Op Rehab, Urgent Care
After suffering from chronic pain and debilitating headaches for several decades, David finally found lasting relief from acupuncture and Chinese medicine. He then decided to study the medicine himself. He completed over 6000 hours of rigorous academic and clinical training, including over 1000 hours in tuina and therapeutic body work. His techniques focus on reducing pain, improving circulation, and restoring movement.
He has also practiced martial arts for 15 years. He practices tai chi daily, and is an instructor in tai chi and qigong. He brings the dedication of a marital artists to the practice of medicine. He is available in Sunnyvale and Los Gatos.
Pain Management, Sports Medicine and Orthopedics, Post-Op Rehab, Urgent Care
After suffering from chronic pain and debilitating headaches for several decades, David finally found lasting relief from acupuncture and Chinese medicine. He then decided to study the medicine himself. He completed over 6000 hours of rigorous academic and clinical training, including over 1000 hours in tuina and therapeutic body work. His techniques focus on reducing pain, improving circulation, and restoring movement.
He has also practiced martial arts for 15 years. He practices tai chi daily, and is an instructor in tai chi and qigong. He brings the dedication of a marital artists to the practice of medicine. He is available in Sunnyvale and Los Gatos.
Ava Ying Zhang, DTCM
Massage Therapist & Instructor, Board Certified Acupuncture Intern
Ava joined the HeCares team in 2017 as an orthopedic massage therapist and a board certified acupuncture intern currently pursuing her California license. She first studied massage in China, and became the chief practitioner and owner of a massage center in Tokyo for several years. Then in 2016 she earned her advanced acupuncture and massage certificate from the Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China. Ava also trained as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Restorative Nurse Assistant (RNA). She currently continues her studies in the Doctor in Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) program at Five Branches University in San Jose, CA.
Ava specializes in Traditional Chinese Tui Na soft tissue manipulation that helps align and adjust the body to reduce pain and injury. She is available for appointments at the Sunnyvale clinic everyday after 11am.
Ava is trilingual, native in Mandarin Chinese and fluent in Japanese and English. In her free time she likes to cook Japanese food and practices professional photography. She also enjoys swimming and track and field.
Massage Therapist & Instructor, Board Certified Acupuncture Intern
Ava joined the HeCares team in 2017 as an orthopedic massage therapist and a board certified acupuncture intern currently pursuing her California license. She first studied massage in China, and became the chief practitioner and owner of a massage center in Tokyo for several years. Then in 2016 she earned her advanced acupuncture and massage certificate from the Liaoning University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China. Ava also trained as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and Restorative Nurse Assistant (RNA). She currently continues her studies in the Doctor in Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) program at Five Branches University in San Jose, CA.
Ava specializes in Traditional Chinese Tui Na soft tissue manipulation that helps align and adjust the body to reduce pain and injury. She is available for appointments at the Sunnyvale clinic everyday after 11am.
Ava is trilingual, native in Mandarin Chinese and fluent in Japanese and English. In her free time she likes to cook Japanese food and practices professional photography. She also enjoys swimming and track and field.
Sarah Tang
Senior Intern & Executive Assistant
Sarah was first a patient, and now a student at HeCares. She currently studies at Five Branches University in the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) program. Previously, she studied Rhetoric and English Literature at the University of California, Berkeley. Her interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine was first sparked when reading about the theory, which, though translated to English, seemed completely foreign. She hopes to someday contribute to the translation and integration of this ancient medicine into our modern understanding of health.
Sarah’s interest in health and medicine also stems from her love of movement. She teaches yoga and practices AcroYoga (partner acrobatics). She appreciates martial arts, and, recently, ballet. She also likes early morning hikes and exploring cities by bike.
Senior Intern & Executive Assistant
Sarah was first a patient, and now a student at HeCares. She currently studies at Five Branches University in the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) program. Previously, she studied Rhetoric and English Literature at the University of California, Berkeley. Her interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine was first sparked when reading about the theory, which, though translated to English, seemed completely foreign. She hopes to someday contribute to the translation and integration of this ancient medicine into our modern understanding of health.
Sarah’s interest in health and medicine also stems from her love of movement. She teaches yoga and practices AcroYoga (partner acrobatics). She appreciates martial arts, and, recently, ballet. She also likes early morning hikes and exploring cities by bike.
Julie Zeng
Accounting Director
Julie has been with HeCares since 2006. As a core team member, she is very friendly, considerate, and capable of handling multiple tasks from scheduling to insurance billing, from daily operations to special event co-ordinations. She is also in charge of the scheduling and training for our MTCM interns and DAOM fellows on the administrative level.
Julie is the face of our practice, both the first and last face our patients see when coming in for treatment. We could not have a successful practice without her.
Besies working at HeCares, Julie enjoys spending time with her family.
Accounting Director
Julie has been with HeCares since 2006. As a core team member, she is very friendly, considerate, and capable of handling multiple tasks from scheduling to insurance billing, from daily operations to special event co-ordinations. She is also in charge of the scheduling and training for our MTCM interns and DAOM fellows on the administrative level.
Julie is the face of our practice, both the first and last face our patients see when coming in for treatment. We could not have a successful practice without her.
Besies working at HeCares, Julie enjoys spending time with her family.
Tzameret Ben-David
Chief Operation Officer
Tzameret graduated from Seminar Hakibutzim College of Education in Israel with a Naturopathic Doctor (N.D) degree and majored in herbology and reflexology. Afterwards she wrote a monthly column for several Israeli health related websites. In 2015 she relocated to the Bay Area from Israel with her husband and three kids. Wanting to contribute to the local community, she volunteered at the Palo Alto Jewish Community Center where she managed the young mothers and toddlers activities center until she joined the HeCares team in 2017. Tzameret plays a key role in welcoming patients and facilitating their coming and going at the clinic.
Today Tzameret enjoys preparing healthy vegetarian dishes, dancing in u-jam classes, hiking with her family, and editing videos. She believes that keeping a healthy lifestyle prevents sickness and leads to a quality life.
Chief Operation Officer
Tzameret graduated from Seminar Hakibutzim College of Education in Israel with a Naturopathic Doctor (N.D) degree and majored in herbology and reflexology. Afterwards she wrote a monthly column for several Israeli health related websites. In 2015 she relocated to the Bay Area from Israel with her husband and three kids. Wanting to contribute to the local community, she volunteered at the Palo Alto Jewish Community Center where she managed the young mothers and toddlers activities center until she joined the HeCares team in 2017. Tzameret plays a key role in welcoming patients and facilitating their coming and going at the clinic.
Today Tzameret enjoys preparing healthy vegetarian dishes, dancing in u-jam classes, hiking with her family, and editing videos. She believes that keeping a healthy lifestyle prevents sickness and leads to a quality life.
Ofra Shaul
Administrative Assistant
As an English language and literature BA graduate and history MA graduate, Ofra has pursued a teaching career for over 20 years. After years of helping children get their education, Ofra has decided to help HeCares clinic practitioners at the office.
Moreover, Ofra is a former patient of HeCares who believes that acupuncture, being active, and eating healthy are the keys to a better life.
Ofra speaks English and Hebrew.
Administrative Assistant
As an English language and literature BA graduate and history MA graduate, Ofra has pursued a teaching career for over 20 years. After years of helping children get their education, Ofra has decided to help HeCares clinic practitioners at the office.
Moreover, Ofra is a former patient of HeCares who believes that acupuncture, being active, and eating healthy are the keys to a better life.
Ofra speaks English and Hebrew.