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Dr Julia Zhu (Sijia Zhu)
Registered Chinese Medical Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Founder of YongHe Chinese Medicine
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0001939556. AACMA: 3174
As the fourth generation of practitioners in her family, Dr Sijia (Julia) Zhu has grown up deeply influenced by a wealth of experience in traditional Chinese medicine. She graduated with Honours from RMIT University, holding a double degree in Chinese Medicine and Human Biology.
She has undertaken extensive clinical experience framework observations within both the Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Jiangsu Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China.
Dr Zhu utilizes her gentle acupuncture skills, Chinese herbal medicine formulas, and lifestyle advice to support overall health preservation and individual vitality.
She provides supportive, evidence-informed care for women seeking to support their natural fertility or those undergoing conventional IVF treatments.
Our Clinical Areas of Support:
* Adjunct IVF and reproductive wellness support
* Management of chronic pain, muscle tension, and musculoskeletal discomfort
* Management of abdominal discomfort, bloating, or lifestyle-related digestive symptoms
* Support for mild anxiety symptoms, nervous tension, and lifestyle stress
* Support for overall skin health and related lifestyle vitality
* Support for seasonal environmental sensitivities
Julia is a member of the Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) and nationally registered and accredited by the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia. (CMBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. (Ahpra)
Dr. Dandan He, Phd
Registered Chinese Medical Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0002029817
Ms Dandan He graduated from the Singapore College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. She gained comprehensive clinical experience through dedicated internships at the Affiliated Hospital of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine and Jiangsu Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine in China. She has been involved in clinical practice in Singapore since her graduation.
Ms He completed her postgraduate doctoral studies, earning her PhD in Chinese Medicine from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine.
In addition to her clinical qualifications in Chinese Medicine, Ms He holds a non-practising nursing registration in Australia, giving her an integrated understanding of healthcare perspectives. She utilizes her clinical background to deliver supportive, wellness-focused acupuncture care.
She is a highly experienced practitioner at YongHe Chinese Medicine Clinic.
Her Clinical Areas of Support:
Musculoskeletal Comfort: Assisting in the localized management of everyday physical tension, chronic muscular tightness, and sports lifestyle comfort.General Lifestyle Wellness: Providing traditional supportive treatments for functional digestive wellness and metabolic vitality.
Relaxation Support: Utilizing restorative acupuncture frameworks to assist individuals looking to manage everyday stress, lifestyle-related exhaustion, and nervous tension.
Symptomatic Care: Offering tailored lifestyle, physical comfort, and general wellbeing support for mature women’s health transitions.
Dandan is a member of the Federation of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture (FCMA) and nationally registered and accredited by the
Chinese Medicine Board of Australia. (CMBA)and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency.( Ahpra) 
Dr. Yee Wei Yuen
Registered Acupuncturist ( MAppSci (Acupuncture)
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0002625626. AACMA:4121
Dr Yee Wei Yuen graduated as a medical doctor from the University of Calgary, Canada, and was later awarded a Master’s Degree in Obstetrics and Gynaecology by the National University of Malaysia. Driven by a holistic perspective on patient care, she subsequently extended her clinical studies into Traditional Chinese Medicine, graduating with a Master’s Degree in Applied Science (Acupuncture) from RMIT University in Australia.
Dr Yuen is a qualified acupuncturist registered with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (Ahpra). With her extensive multidisciplinary background, she focuses on bridging diverse wellness perspectives to support overall lifestyle health preservation and physical comfort.
She is dedicated to providing quality acupuncture treatments, focusing on preventive lifestyle care and helping clients cultivate long-term wellbeing. Dr Yuen is fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay.
Her Clinical Areas of Support:
- Reproductive Wellness & IVF Support: Providing supportive, relaxing adjunct acupuncture care to assist individuals undergoing conventional reproductive treatments to manage lifestyle stress.
- Musculoskeletal & Local Comfort: Assisting in the management of generalized physical tension, chronic muscular tightness, and neuromuscular discomfort.
- General Digestive Wellbeing: Offering traditional supportive treatments focused on everyday lifestyle-related digestive comfort.
- Stress Relief & Relaxation: Supporting individuals looking to manage everyday lifestyle stress, nervous tension, and general mental relaxation.
- Facial Wellness Support: Providing gentle, restorative facial acupuncture protocols aimed at supporting local tissue relaxation and general facial skin vitality.
Dr Yuen is a member of the Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) and is nationally registered and accredited by the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (CMBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra).
Dr Myeong Hwan (Sam) Kwag
Registered Chinese Medical Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0001942903. ANTA:16542
B.Science ANU, B.HlthSc & B,AppSc (ChinMed) RMIT
Sam is an Ahpra-registered acupuncturist and Chinese herbal medicine practitioner with more than ten years of clinical experience in Melbourne.
He graduated from RMIT University with qualifications in Chinese Medicine and Human Biology and also holds a Bachelor of Science from the Australian National University.
Sam has undertaken additional study in Korean acupuncture traditions, including SAAM and SAM BU acupuncture. He has also completed training in massage therapy and shared his professional knowledge through educational seminars in Melbourne and Sydney.
Approach to Care
Sam’s background in Chinese medicine, human biology and massage therapy has given him a strong understanding of body movement, muscle structure and physical tension.
He takes a practical and hands-on approach when assessing each patient’s concerns, paying close attention to posture, movement, daily activities and other factors that may be relevant to their overall wellbeing.
Sam combines careful consultation with his knowledge of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and bodywork. He values clear explanations and aims to help patients better understand the treatment process.
Professional Interests
- Musculoskeletal comfort and mobility
- General emotional wellbeing and relaxation
- Sleep and lifestyle wellbeing
- General digestive wellbeing
- Women’s wellbeing during different life stages
- Adjunctive support alongside conventional fertility care
- General respiratory and seasonal wellbeing
- General skin wellbeing
Sam is fluent in English and Korean.
Dr Joey Lim
Registered Chinese Medical Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0002649161. AACMA:4151
B.Science ANU, B.HlthSc & B,AppSc (ChinMed) RMIT
Dr Joey Lim is a qualified and registered Chinese Medicine practitioner, registered nationally with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (Ahpra).
She completed her foundational scientific qualifications with a Bachelor of Science from the Australian National University (ANU), followed by a double Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and Applied Science (Chinese Medicine) from RMIT University. As part of her rigorous academic training, she undertook comprehensive clinical observation internships across several specialized traditional healthcare frameworks.
Dr Lim provides a supportive, professional, and patient-centered environment. Her clinical focus centers on utilizing gentle acupuncture applications, structured Chinese herbal medicine formulas, and supportive lifestyle advice to assist individuals on their wellness journeys.
Her Clinical Areas of Support:
- Reproductive Wellness & IVF Support
Providing relaxing, supportive adjunct acupuncture care for individuals navigating conventional IVF schedules and reproductive health journeys to assist in general stress management. - Musculoskeletal Comfort & Pain Care
Assisting in the localized management of general physical discomfort, chronic muscle tightness, and everyday tension. - Stress Management & Relaxation
Utilizing restorative traditional therapeutic pathways to assist individuals looking to manage everyday lifestyle stress, nervous tension, and mental fatigue. - General Wellbeing & Digestive Vitality
Offering holistic lifestyle guidance, gentle cupping, and constitutional traditional support focused on everyday functional digestive wellness.
LANGUAGE:
Joey is fluent in English and Mandarin, Cantonese and Malay.
Dr Daming He
Registered Chinese Medicine Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0002629423
CMASA:CMASA10713
Daming is a registered acupuncturist and Chinese herbal medicine practitioner. He completed a Bachelor of Chinese Medicine and Bachelor of Health Science at RMIT University.
Following an assessment, he may incorporate acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping, tuina or lifestyle guidance where clinically appropriate.
Approach to Care
Daming is a highly detailed and attentive practitioner who takes considerable time and effort to understand each patient’s concerns.
He asks thoughtful questions and carefully considers the patient’s health history, daily routine, lifestyle and treatment preferences before discussing suitable options. Rather than rushing through a consultation, Daming values thorough assessment and clear communication.
His careful and organised approach allows him to develop treatment recommendations that reflect the individual circumstances of each patient.
Professional Interests
- Musculoskeletal comfort
- Physical tension associated with everyday activity
- General wellbeing during different life stages
- Relaxation and stress management
- General seasonal and respiratory wellbeing
- Men’s general wellbeing
Daming is nationally registered and accredited by the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia. (CMBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. (Ahpra) He is a member of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Society of Australia.
Language: Daming is fluent in Mandarin and English.
Dr Rachael (Jia Yi) Lim
Registered Chinese Medicine Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0002635647
AACMA: 4132
Rachael is a registered acupuncturist and Chinese herbal medicine practitioner. She graduated with Distinction from RMIT University with a double degree in Health Science and Applied Science in Chinese Medicine.
Known for her friendly, warm and reliable manner, Rachael aims to create a comfortable environment where patients feel listened to and involved in their care.
Approach to Care
Rachael takes a holistic and detailed approach, considering not only the concern discussed during consultation but also the patient’s lifestyle, daily routines, sleep, stress levels and general wellbeing.
She is known for providing thorough explanations and helping patients understand the reasoning behind the treatment options being discussed. Rachael takes time to answer questions clearly and encourages patients to be actively involved in their care.
Her approach combines careful listening, detailed assessment and practical guidance tailored to each individual.
Professional Interests
- General digestive wellbeing
- Musculoskeletal comfort
- Relaxation and stress management
- General skin wellbeing
- Women’s general wellbeing
- Supporting wellbeing through different life stages
Outside the clinic, Rachael enjoys outdoor activities and music and plays both the piano and drums.
She speaks English, Mandarin and Cantonese and is a member of the Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association.
Dr Wenli (Wendy) Zhanglei
Registered Chinese Medicine Herbalist, Acupuncturist
Ahpra Registration number: CMR0002698914 CMASA: 7051
Wendy is a registered acupuncturist and Chinese herbal medicine practitioner. She completed her Chinese medicine studies at Torrens University and has undertaken further professional training in pulse assessment and acupuncture methods in China.
Depending on the clinical assessment, her services may include acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and lifestyle guidance.
Approach to Care
Wendy is an observant, focused and perceptive practitioner who approaches each consultation with energy and purpose.
She pays close attention to the information shared by each patient and works to understand the different factors that may be relevant to their concerns. Wendy communicates directly and clearly, helping patients understand the treatment options being discussed.
She is strongly committed to ongoing professional development and regularly attends seminars, workshops and training programs in Australia and overseas. This allows her to continue expanding her knowledge of Chinese medicine, acupuncture and different clinical approaches.
Professional Interests
- Musculoskeletal comfort
- General women’s and men’s wellbeing
- Everyday digestive wellbeing
- Relaxation and sleep-related lifestyle support
- General wellbeing during different life stages
- Facial acupuncture and general skin wellbeing
She speaks Mandarin and English and is a member of the Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Society of Australia.
Dr. Yukyung Song （Currently in Maternity Leave）
Registered Acupuncturist and Osteopathy
MAppSci (Acupuncture) & B. App Sci (Compl Med) / B. App Sci (Osteo)
Registration number: CMR0002507755 / OST0002062852 AACMA: 4004
Medicare number (Osteo): 5278863A
Yukyung completed her acupuncture and osteopathy qualifications at RMIT University.
Her interest in movement and physical wellbeing began through many years of Taekwondo training and coaching. This experience encouraged her to study the relationship between movement, physical activity and healthcare.
Approach to Care
Yukyung brings together her knowledge of acupuncture, osteopathy, movement and physical performance when considering each patient’s individual needs.
Her many years of Taekwondo training and coaching have given her a strong interest in body mechanics, mobility and the way everyday movement may affect physical wellbeing.
She takes a practical and collaborative approach, paying attention to posture, movement patterns, daily activities and lifestyle. Where appropriate, her consultations may combine osteopathic assessment, hands-on care, movement guidance and acupuncture within her registered scope of practice.
Professional Interests
- Musculoskeletal comfort and movement
- Everyday physical tension
- Sports and activity-related wellbeing
- General mobility and functional wellbeing
- General lifestyle and digestive wellbeing
- Relaxation and sleep-related lifestyle support
- Facial acupuncture and general skin wellbeing
Yukyung has more than 20 years of Taekwondo experience and has also worked in high-performance sports coaching.
She speaks English and Korean and is registered with both the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia and the Osteopathy Board of Australia.
Yukyung is a member of the Australian Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA) and nationally registered and accredited by the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia. (CMBA) and the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency. (Ahpra) and Osteopathy Australia (OA).
She is fluent in English and Korean.