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Practitioners
Dr Elaine Hickman 
B.H.Sc.TCM (Acupuncture), Cert.Cl.Ac. (Beijing)
Elaine has trained and worked in various settings, both in Australia and China.  She has over 20 years experience in treating many health problems.  Elaine loves to provide a health care experience for people that is respectful, effective, empowering and enjoyable.  Elaine’s acupuncture treatments are gentle, powerful, amazingly relaxing and incorporate Japanese & Chinese techniques, as well as Medical Qi Gong if appropriate.  Elaine has a particular interest in Gynaecology, Fertility, Obstetrics, Family Medicine, Wellness promotion and Mental Health.
She runs a private practice in Ivanhoe and is the trusted family physician of many. Elaine is a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). She completed a Bachelor of Health Science – TCM, specialising in Acupuncture, and a hospital internship in China in 1998. Elaine is the Principal Practitioner at Freedom Chinese Medicine, managing a dedicated team of practitioners & staff, and supervises many TCM students in clinical training. Elaine’s passion for Chinese Medicine has her regularly furthering her education, Qi Gong training and sharing knowledge.
Dr Christine Lee 
Acupuncturist & Chinese Herbalist
Dr Christine Lee has been practising as an acupuncturist and a Chinese herbalist since 2008. She graduated RMIT with a double degree in Applied Science (Chinese Medicine and Human Biology) and has completed further studies and a hospital internship in Nanjing, China.
Christine has extensive experience working in acupuncture general practice. She has worked with a broad range of patients: from children to seniors, from athletes to people with severe disability or complex chronic illnesses. She has special interest in treating women’s health, senior’s health, digestion, mental health and pain conditions.
Christine is passionate about open room (multi-bed) style acupuncture. She has been involved in this style for the past eight years and is convinced the positives are more than financial. She has developed a gentle touch that will allow patients to experience a full acupuncture treatment in a shared room, and also tap into a larger group relaxation.
Dr Andrew Chambers 
Acupuncturist, Shiatsu Therapist & Qi Gong Instructor
Andrew was mentored by Dr. Elaine Hickman (and others) in 2014. He is a skilled & passionate practitioner. He has a degree in Chinese Medicine & and an Advanced Diploma in Shiatsu & Oriental Therapies. He likes to describe himself as a general medicine physician- Achieving good health by way of holistic balance between both the mind and body.
Andrew has a particular interest in helping people with skin conditions, asthma, recurrent UTI’s, eye problems, autoimmune conditions & cancer. And everything in between:)
Andrew is a big believer in a holistic approach to your health. He is also an experienced Qi Gong & Martial Art Instructor. He runs our weekly Qi Gong classes here at Freedom Chinese Medicine.
Andrea Mallett 
BHSc NAT (Naturopathy)
Andrea has been interested in Natural Health and Wellbeing for many years and has completed a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy to consolidate her knowledge and obtain a qualification that enables her to assist you on your journey to optimal wellness.
Naturopathy includes the use of herbal medicine and nutrition and can assist with many health issues such as: 
• Digestive disorders and conditions 
• Special dietary requirements 
• Immune support 
• Women’s reproductive issues from puberty to menopause 
• Mental and emotional issues such as stress, anxiety and insomnia 
• Skin conditions such as eczema and acne 
• General health and wellbeing
Andrea has a particular interest in good nutrition and the use of food as medicine in aiding the healing process. She understands the issues involved in maintaining good health while trying to manage a busy family/work life. She will work with you to develop a treatment plan that fits in with your lifestyle so that it is manageable and achievable.
Andrea is excited about joining the team at Freedom Chinese Medicine and assisting you on your journey to health and wellness.
Dr. Daniel Gibbs 
Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Massage
Dr. Daniel Gibbs has been practicing Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Massage since 2005. He has experience in treating a wide range of conditions and has specialised in the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders, working both as a independent therapist and adjunctively alongside physiotherapists.
He has also specialised in smoking cessation treatments; assisting hundreds of people to quit cigarettes.
Daniel is a very relaxed person with excellent massage skills, so is able to help you on many levels.  He is also a veteran skateboarder & an enthusiastic snowboarder.
Dr. Shiro Akiyama 
B.Sc Musculoskeletal Therapy & Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture
Dr. Shiro Akiyama graduated from Endeavor College of Natural Health with a Bachelor of Science (Musculoskeletal Therapy) and Bachelor of Science (Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture). 
He has a special interest and excels in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries. Shiro enjoys a challenge! If you have a difficult problem that nobody has been able to help you with, come and see Shiro. 
He incorporates gentle Japanese Traditional Medicine and acupuncture techniques, such as Japanese-style Moxibustion and Japanese fine needling.  Shiro is also an active member of Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA).
Outside of Freedom Chinese Medicine, he is a 2nd black belt Judo competitor and teacher. He is an active member of Judo Victoria (JVI).  He also plays soccer in his spare time.
Sue Wellwood 
Massage Therapist
Sue Wellwood specialises in a number of healing techniques that help bring balance and calmness to the body.
• Shiatsu & Oriental Therapies 
• Remedial Massage 
• Advanced Energy Healing 
• Reiki 
• Esoteric Healer 
• Chi Nei Tsang (stomach massage) 
• Cupping and Moxibustion 
• Bach flower Remedies 
• Essential Oil Energy Balancing 
• Chakra Cleansing
Sue’s passion for Shiatsu and Oriental Therapies has given her a number of healing techniques she can use to assist clients to heal.
Zen Shiatsu is a hands-on therapy that is similar to acupuncture without the needles. It is designed to uplift and harmonise your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual well-being. By working along the meridian energy pathways of the body, Shiatsu can help problems with lower back pain, neck and shoulder pain, migraines, chronic fatigue, stress, depression, digestive ailments and much more. Sue incorporates Cupping & Moxibustion in her treatments which help to move energy in the body, unblocking blood stagnation and moving qi.
Advanced Energy Healing, strengthens and harmonises the energies of the chakras bringing a feeling a wellbeing, security and relaxation. It focuses on the utilisation of Traditional Chinese Acupuncture theory, along with the Hindu Chakra System, Sacred Geometry and the Qabbalistic Tree of Life.
Reiki treats the whole person with “Universal life force energy” reducing stress and being relaxation that promotes healing.
Chi Nei Tsang means “working the energy of the internal organs”. This deep abdominal massage helps with digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, lymphatic, nervous, endocrine, urinary, reproductive and muscular-skeletal systems. It helps increase the energy flow to the internal organs and frees blockages.
Freedom Chinese Medicine in Ivanhoe, Melbourne, VIC categorized under Massage offering services such as Aromatherapy Massage, Full Body Massage, Massage.
Other services by Freedom Chinese Medicine are Chinese Herbal Medicine, Mobile Massage, Remedial Massage, Acupuncture.
Call the staff at Freedom Chinese Medicine to receive more information about our services.
<h2>Services</h2>
Acupuncture 
Massage 
Herbal 
Oriental Therapies 
Naturopathy
<h2>Reviews</h2>
“Great practice with a brilliant principle in Elaine. Have been going for years for a list of different reasons & will continue to do so. Can’t recommend them enough.”
“The best thing I did in 2015 was find Freedom Chinese Medicine and begin seeing Elaine. She is not just an amazing acupuncturist but listens and really cares about your wellbeing. She has guided me over the last 12mths to manage a variety of health issues, but I really can’t thank her enough for relieving the symptoms of my facial spasms and her support to develop self management strategies as well. It has really been appreciated and I could not recommend Elaine highly enough!! She is a true professional and is always very caring and supportive. I feel that I am the lucky one! Thanks again Elaine you are 5 stars and many more :)”
“Being a long term client of Elaine Hickman’s, on and off for 10 years+, I would highly recommend her and her team of colleagues. I have seen most of the practitioners for different reasons over the past few years, I have always found Elaine herself to be very professional, yet personable. She gives a holistic overview of health and is very precise and gentle when applying her practice of acupuncture. The best! I have seen her in the past for assistance with fertility and also general wellbeing and health. I would recommend Daniel for his magic hands in massage. I have also had cupping and some acupuncture on my lower back with him, always walking out feeling 110% than when I walked in. I enjoy seeing Shiro for his amazing stretches and massages also. Overall, I would highly recommend seeing any of the practitioners here at Freedom Medicine, and couldn’t imagine anyone walks away feeling disappointed by their service.”
“For many years I have called upon Elaine for the health care of my family. I have found Elaine to be honest, helpful, skillful and passionate about her work. 
In the past 12 months, I have sought treatment from members of Elaine’s team to assist in chronic pain management. The pain caused by a bulging disc has been a very difficult condition to come to terms with for me, as chronic pain can be quite debilitating. Treatment from Shiro and Daniel in particular complimented other rehabilitation treatment I have sought, and has thankfully given me much improvement over time. Shiro and Daniel bring their own unique skills, disciplines and personalities into the treatment room.”
“I have been going to Freedom Chinese Medicine, on and off, now for 7 years. Elaine has made my life almost pain free with her knowledge of acupuncture and best practices. She lets me get on with it, there is no pressure for commitments long term, or she doesn’t try and sell me stuff for the hell of it. I highly recommend Freedom, for pain management, well being and overall wellness.”

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