Are pain, stress, or ongoing health challenges making everyday life harder than it should be?
At MD AcuMed Integrative Health, we help patients throughout Kensington, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Rockville, Wheaton, and Chevy Chase find natural relief through acupuncture and integrative care in Montgomery County, MD.
Click play tto hear directly from Dr. Stephanie and Darren about how acupuncture and integrative medicine at MD AcuMed help patients throughout Kensington, Silver Spring, Bethesda, Rockville, Wheaton, and Chevy Chase find relief from pain, stress, and chronic health challenges. Our goal is simple: to help you feel better, move better, and live with more energy and ease.
Many of our patients come to us after years of trying everything — doctors who say “just rest,” quick fixes that don’t last, or being told pain is simply part of aging. We know how discouraging it feels when nothing seems to work, and no one truly listens.
You’re not alone.
Some patients hoped their pain would resolve on its own…
Others were told discomfort was “just part of getting older”…
Many were given generic treatment plans or temporary relief that never addressed the root cause…
And some pushed through pain until it worsened.
If you’ve felt overlooked or unheard, you deserve better care — and that’s why we’re here.
We created MD AcuMed to offer something different — a place where patients finally feel seen, heard, and supported.
By blending traditional acupuncture with modern integrative medicine, we treat the whole person, not just the symptoms. Our approach helps:
Calm the nervous system
Reduce inflammation
Relieve pain
Restore balance
Support long-term healing
This allows your body to do what it was designed to do: heal.
Instead of temporary fixes or endless medications, our patients often experience:
Lasting pain relief
Improved mobility
Calmer stress response
Better sleep
Renewed energy
A clear understanding of what their bodies need
For many people, this is the turning point — the moment they realize healing is truly possible.
Our mission is simple:
To help you make life feel better again — with less pain, more energy, and a clear path to wellness.
My path to acupuncture began with my own healing crisis.
In 2003, a car accident left me with a debilitating back injury. Carrying my newborn, my legs would suddenly give out, and I was plunged into weeks of severe sciatica pain that kept me bedridden. Doctors recommended surgery — but it wasn’t an option I could accept.
In desperation, I turned to acupuncture, something I once brushed off as “woo-woo.” To my surprise, it worked. My pain eased, my mobility returned, and for the first time, I felt real hope. That experience didn’t just restore my health — it transformed my life and ignited the calling that guides my work today.
Because of this journey, I have a deep passion for helping patients with:
• chronic pain and sciatica
• women’s health and fertility challenges
• stress, burnout, and emotional overwhelm
• hormonal imbalance and cycle health
I went back to school, earned my Master’s and Doctorate in Acupuncture from the Maryland University of Integrative Health, and eventually joined the faculty to teach future practitioners. Having lived through the hopelessness of chronic pain, I bring profound empathy and compassion to every patient I treat.
My story reminds me daily that healing is possible — even when you feel like giving up. And it’s why I love supporting women, mothers, and anyone navigating pain, fertility, or life transitions here in Montgomery County, MD.
Darren specializes in sports acupuncture in Montgomery County, helping active individuals and athletes recover from injuries, reduce pain, and return to the activities they love. His path into acupuncture began while working as a discharge planner at Montgomery General Hospital, where he saw how often patients were sent home without lasting solutions. After experiencing acupuncture firsthand, the results were so profound that he chose to dedicate his career to this medicine.
Since then, Darren has earned advanced certifications in Sports Medicine Acupuncture and Electro-Acupuncture. He brings a grounded, practical approach to treating orthopedic pain, sports injuries, back pain, knee pain, shoulder dysfunction, and mobility issues. Outside the clinic, you’ll find him skiing, mountain biking, or paddleboarding — movement inspires him, and he loves helping patients move freely again.
Patients work with MD AcuMed because they want:
Natural pain relief without relying on medication
Personalized treatment that addresses the root cause
Non-invasive therapies that support long-term healing
Support from licensed, experienced acupuncturists
A partner in their wellness journey — not a quick fix
Whether you’re dealing with pain, stress, autoimmune issues, digestive challenges, women’s health concerns, or sports injuries, we’re here to help.
Healing begins with one step.
If you’re hesitant because of past experiences or uncertainty, we understand — and that’s why we offer a consultation to help you determine whether acupuncture is right for you.
Make life feel better again.
Take the first step toward a healthier, more vibrant you.
Or call us at 301-592-9355
