Congratulations to Melanie, New Graduate & Acupuncture Practitioner

From Melanie With Love & Goodbye!

Working at the Alternative Clinic for the past three years has been an incredible privilege. Being immersed in the clinic has allowed me to observe how skilled practitioners handle cases, write formulas, and develop treatments. The medicine offered here is world-class and has profoundly shaped my understanding of patient presentations and Chinese medicine theory. Witnessing the health improvements in patients, my colleagues, and myself as a result of these treatments never ceases to amaze me.

My experience working in the pharmacy, in particular, has been invaluable as I learn about herbs. Filling formulas, grinding, smelling, and tasting herbs has given me a deeper appreciation of these remarkable plants, far beyond what a textbook could provide. I was also fortunate to take numerous classes in herbalism, needling techniques, and advanced clinical skills during my time here—knowledge that will inform my practice for years to come.

So, what’s next? I have been offered a job in my home state of Georgia and will begin practicing as soon as I pass my boards. Over the next few years, I plan to return to Asheville to continue taking classes at the clinic and further hone my skills. Eventually, I dream of opening a clinic closer to the mountains in the South East. For now, I am thrilled to start practicing and bring tangible, effective medicine to my hometown. I am deeply grateful for my time here and will miss the staff and patients immensely!

 

Melanie Hatch, Acupuncturist! August 2024