Evan Bussanich L.Ac. has been teaching and practicing herbal medicine, acupuncture, functional medicine, and classical homeopathy for over 20 years. He is also the author of Recovering from Crohns and Colitis: An Integrative Guide to Inflammatory Bowel Disease.

His main areas of specialty are integrative immunology, autoimmune diseases, post-infectious inflammatory disorders (Long COVID, CFS, Lyme), gastrointestinal disorders, and supportive care for cancer and chronic infections.

His acupuncture style most closely resembles Japanese approaches: extremely thin needles that are very gentle and highly effective for a wide variety of conditions.

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Dr. Britta Memmesheimer, DACM, L.Ac

Specializing in chronic and acute pain, fertility, facial acupuncture and depression/anxiety.

Dr. Britta has worked in a variety of settings lending to a well-balanced and unique approach to treatment. She is enthusiastic about applying the most up-to-date evidence-based medicine with acupuncture! Dr. Britta loves helping patients reach their unique wellness goals.

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Jillian Mulee, L.Ac.

Licensed Acupuncturist

Specializing in: Trauma Recovery, Pain Management, Neurological Conditions

Jillian Mulee is a licensed acupuncturist who graduated from Jung Tao School of Classical Chinese Medicine in 2023. She brings a compassionate, trauma-informed approach to patient care, with specialized training in techniques that support both physical and emotional healing.

Clinical Focus: Jillian’s practice centers on trauma recovery, helping patients address both physical injuries and emotional trauma through acupuncture and complementary modalities. Her approach focuses on regulating the parasympathetic nervous system and supporting cerebrospinal fluid balance to restore the body’s natural healing capacity.

Jillian welcomes patients with a wide variety of health concerns and is committed to creating a safe, comfortable environment where each person feels empowered in their healing journey.

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Michael Johnson, L.Ac

Focus: chronic pain, allergies, addiction, mental health conditions

Michael Johnson is a renowned Acupuncturist who has been practicing Acupuncture for over 16 years. Michael has had many specialties over the years. He treats allergies, migraines, physical injuries, addictions, and anxiety and depression. He also worked closely with a fertility specialist in Alaska and a fertility clinic in Oregon, helping with Breech presentation, IVF, and inducing labor.

Accreditations:

Licensed Acupuncture

Master of Acupuncture from Bastyr University

Basic and Advanced certifications in NAET allergy elimination

Certificate Neck and Shoulder Injuries from Matt Callison.

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Danielle Krywko, LMBT moved here from the Central Coast of CA and is a Certified Massage Therapist in NC and CA with 17 years of experience in holistic healing. She is also a Graston Technique Specialist, Aquatic Integration Practioner, and cupping certified.

She is a massage instructor with the Center for Massage and Natural Health in Asheville, as well as with the California Holistic Institute. She specializes in prenatal massage, deep tissue and pain management while offering an integrative and individualized approach for each session.

She is also a certified yoga instructor with a great understanding of body mechanics and postural deviations. She enjoys creating long-term client relationships and helping all find their path to their own healing.

Danielle has always had a love for water and all types of exercise. She has a great appreciation for the outdoors, which is where you will usually find her when not in session.

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Parris Marks, LAc. is a compassionate and attentive healer. With over 10 years of clinical experience treating auto-immune imbalance, women’s health concerns, and chronic pain conditions, she offers keen attention and careful diagnosis to each patient.

Parris delights in supporting patients through mental, physical, and emotional transitions resulting in their unique health and harmony.

Career Highlights:

-Over 10 years of clinical experience -Internal Medicine: Specialized training in Pediatrics, Women’s Health, and Autoimmune imbalance (including Diabetes) -Extensive training in Breath-work, Mindful Movement: Medical QiGong and Tai-Chi and Hatha and Yin Yoga

Consistently and Effectively Treated in 10+ years of Clinical Practice:

-Back Pain (Acute/Chronic) -Urinary Disorders -Chemo-induced Neuropathy -Chemo-induced nausea/Stomach-Pain -Cancer-Related Imbalance -Elevated Blood Pressure -Acute/Chronic Neck Pain -Injury from Accident -Digestive Imbalance (Acute/Chronic) -Auto-Immune Related Numbness/Weakness -Menstrual Irregularity -Infertility -Vertigo/Dizziness -Benign Cysts

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Dr. Autum Kirgan, DACM, L.Ac is a board-certified Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine who has dedicated her career to helping patients overcome complex chronic pain conditions, sports injuries, and pelvic health challenges. As the founder of South Slope Acupuncture & Wellness in Asheville, NC, Dr. Autum combines traditional Chinese medicine with cutting-edge sports medicine techniques to deliver exceptional results for her patients.

Clinical Excellence & Experience

With over 10 years of clinical practice, Dr. Autum has established herself as a leading authority in treating conditions that conventional medicine often struggles to address. Her expertise spans orthopedic and sports medicine acupuncture, chronic pain management, geriatric care, and pelvic health disorders.

Dr. Autum’s approach integrates traditional Chinese medicine principles with modern sports medicine techniques, allowing her to treat the root cause of conditions rather than just managing symptoms.

Patient-Centered Care Philosophy

Dr. Autum believes that every patient deserves personalized, compassionate care that addresses their unique health challenges. She takes pride in helping patients who have been told their conditions are “hopeless” or “untreatable,” often providing relief when conventional treatments have failed.

Her greatest satisfaction comes from empowering patients to return to their active lifestyles, whether that means helping professional athletes optimize their performance, enabling seniors to maintain their independence, or supporting individuals in overcoming chronic pain that has limited their quality of life.

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