John is nationally and internationally known for treating chronic and degenerative health conditions known as “knotty” diseases in Chinese Medicine. He has also written the definitive book, “The Sweet Spot: Increase Longevity Through Innovative Understanding of Blood Chemistry Labs,” on advanced functional medicine laboratory analysis.

John has completed extensive post-graduate training. He is a Diplomate National Board of Acupuncture Orthopedics. Additionally, he completed certifications in Gynecology and Internal Medicine at Zhejiang Chinese Medical University, in China. Dr Nieters was in the first group of American acupuncturists to be certified in Integrated Diabetes Prevention and Treatment at the Xin Hua Hospital, China.

John was the first acupuncturist in Alameda to be board certified in Oriental Reproductive Medicine. He teaches Integrative Gynecology courses and Integrative Endocrinology in a Chinese Medical Doctoral programs.

Dr Nieters has taught international courses in Integrative Cardiology. As a teacher of herbal medicine, he has developed mastery in creating custom herbal formulas.

Inspired by the level of integration offered to patients in Chinese hospitals, John strives to provide integrative health care to his patients, within the scope of his practice.

Some areas that might be covered in addition to the standard focus of Traditional Chinese Medicine are: Functional Medicine, Advanced Functional Laboratory Analysis, herb/drug interactions, lifestyle changes and nutrition.

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Jenny Nieters, L.Ac., DACM, specializes in sports medicine, orthopedic injuries, and athletic performance optimization. She is the team acupuncturist for the San Francisco 49ers and the Saint Mary’s College Men’s Rugby team and a respected educator, teaching continuing education for Licensed Acupuncturists and serving as an instructor in Whitfield Reaves’ Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprentice Program.

She works with elite athletes across the NFL, MLB, NBA, WNBA, MLR, WWE, and tennis. Her expertise has led to roles as an event acupuncturist for major rugby tournaments, including the Rugby World Cup Sevens in San Francisco and the Las Vegas and Los Angeles Sevens. She also traveled with the Samoan Sevens team for the Paris Sevens and serves as the acupuncturist for Tight End University, an exclusive NFL summit.

Jenny integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern sports medicine techniques to support athletes’ body, mind, and performance. Her individualized treatment plans may include acupuncture, electroacupuncture, motor point and trigger point dry needling, gua sha, cupping, tui na massage, dietary therapy, herbal medicine, and corrective exercises. She actively collaborates with athletic trainers, physical therapists, orthopedists, personal trainers, and massage therapists, ensuring a coordinated and comprehensive approach to athlete care, recovery, and peak performance.

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Dr. Lo Prentiss is a California Licensed Acupuncturist with a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM).

She has completed advanced training in orthopedic and sports acupuncture through the Whitfield Reaves Acupuncture Sports Medicine Apprenticeship Program, blending traditional wisdom with evidence-informed techniques to support whole-body healing.

Dr. Lo has done further apprenticeship training with Jenny Nieters. She assists Dr Jenny in working with the W.O.R.C (Women’s Oakland Rugby Club) and the National Champion, St. Mary’s Rugby team.

Dr. Prentiss has experience supporting individuals through all stages of reproductive health, including fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum care. Her approach is patient-centered and deeply attuned to the unique needs of each person and phase of life.

She volunteers at the Charlotte Maxwell Clinic, providing free integrative care to underserved women with cancer. Separately, she organizes and hosts pop-up community acupuncture events throughout the Bay Area, creating accessible and inclusive spaces for healing and connection.

She is excited to be joining the team at Alameda Acupuncture, where she continues her commitment to supporting individuals on their wellness journeys with presence, skill, and compassion.

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Annie is a California State Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist as well as a nationally-certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM Dipl. O.M.). She earned her Master’s Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley, where she is currently completing her Doctoral studies. She holds a Bachelor degree in American Studies from Cornell University.

Like many practitioners of Chinese Medicine, Annie found Acupuncture through her own health journey. An avid cyclist and traveler, she worked previously leading cycling tours through Europe, Latin America and Asia when she found herself with debilitating Chronic Fatigue. Unable to find sufficient support from her Western doctors she turned to a local acupuncturist who helped her get back on her feet. Her gratitude for her recovery and desire to help others lead her to study Chinese Medicine.

Today Annie works with patients at Alameda Acupuncture to support their healing journeys through the use of AcuGraph technology. She also specializes in heavy metal testing working closely with Dr. John Nieters to support patients through detoxification essential for healing. Understanding the power of nourishing our outsides as well as our insides, Annie enjoys treating patients with Cosmetic Acupuncture as well as Facial Microneedling.”

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