While briefly living in L.A., I took a trip and contracted a bacterial infection that led to severe sinus congestion, ear and eye infections, and ENT inflammation. My doctors suggested that the only course of action was facial reconstructive surgery to open the sinuses and align my deviated septum, which could potentially make matters worse.
While I understood the doctors' concerns and advice, I knew that if the source of the issue was inflammation. This invasive surgery would only lead to more inflammation and little guarantee that the problem would be resolved.
My regret was not going to Magie, and, specifically, Magie, sooner,... read full review
April 2025
I’ve been receiving treatment at Echo Park Acupuncture for well over decade and for a wide range of ailments. Whether it’s a lingering migraine, a lower back ache, or a repetitive stress injury from too much guitar, Magie knows which points will bring the relief.
A neighborhood treasure.
January 2025
I love this place. It’s community-oriented and there’s lots of free street parking. Magie is honest, as opposed to another acupuncturist I saw in the past who billed my insurance company for a lot of fictitious visits. Magie is also affordable. She has offered advice on exercises and stretching that help improve my low back pain. In my experience, free advice is unusual. Plus, Magie is a very skilled acupuncturist - the needles don’t hurt and my back hurts less!
While briefly living in L.A., I took a trip and contracted a bacterial infection that led to severe sinus congestion, ear and eye infections, and ENT inflammation. My doctors suggested that the only course of action was facial reconstructive surgery to open the sinuses and align my deviated septum, which could potentially make matters worse.
While I understood the doctors' concerns and advice, I knew that if the source of the issue was inflammation. This invasive surgery would only lead to more inflammation and little guarantee that the problem would be resolved.
My regret was not going to Magie, and, specifically, Magie, sooner,... read full review
I’ve been receiving treatment at Echo Park Acupuncture for well over decade and for a wide range of ailments. Whether it’s a lingering migraine, a lower back ache, or a repetitive stress injury from too much guitar, Magie knows which points will bring the relief.
A neighborhood treasure.
I love this place. It’s community-oriented and there’s lots of free street parking. Magie is honest, as opposed to another acupuncturist I saw in the past who billed my insurance company for a lot of fictitious visits. Magie is also affordable. She has offered advice on exercises and stretching that help improve my low back pain. In my experience, free advice is unusual. Plus, Magie is a very skilled acupuncturist - the needles don’t hurt and my back hurts less!