Unique Remedy
Meet Dr. Nirali Patel,
DAOM, L.Ac.,
Dipl. O.M.
Foster City, California · Est. 2015
A doctoral-trained acupuncturist specializing in pain management and women's health — bringing evidence-based, deeply personalized care to every patient since 2015.
Located in Foster City, Unique Remedy welcomes patients from across the Peninsula seeking personalized, evidence-based acupuncture care.
your practitioner
Dr. Nirali Patel, DAOM, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.
Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
YOUR PRACTITIONER
Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
Dr. Nirali Patel, DAOM, L.Ac
DAOM
Doctorate · Pain Mgmt
10+
YEARS IN PRACTICE
1225
advanced training hours
662
Clinical hours
How it all started
WHAT THE DAOM MEANS FOR YOU
How the doctorate benefits you
The highest degree in the field
Most acupuncturists hold a master's degree. A DAOM is the highest clinical degree in the field — fewer than 5% of acupuncturists hold one.
Additional clinical hours
Dr. Patel's 662 additional clinical hours means she has seen and treated far more complex cases than a standard acupuncturist — including chronic pain, hormonal conditions, and fertility challenges.
Higher standard
When you book with Dr. Patel, you're getting doctoral-level precision — a higher standard of diagnosis, a more thorough treatment plan, and better outcomes.
How it all started
Dr. Nirali Patel’s path to acupuncture began through her own personal healing journey. After moving to California to attend law school and later working at a law firm, she realized that the legal field was not aligned with the life and career she envisioned for herself. During that time, she experienced significant stress, anxiety, and chronic insomnia that had affected her on and off for many years.
At the recommendation of a coworker, Dr. Patel decided to try acupuncture — despite knowing very little about it at the time. After several weeks of consistent treatment, she experienced a dramatic improvement in both her sleep and anxiety. The results were life-changing and opened her eyes to the profound impact holistic medicine can have on a person’s well-being.
Inspired by her experience and the level of care she received, Dr. Patel developed a deep passion for acupuncture and Chinese medicine. That same year, she applied to acupuncture school and began the journey toward building a career focused on helping others heal naturally and regain their quality of life.
Dr. Nirali Patel’s path to acupuncture began through her own personal healing journey. After moving to California to attend law school and later working at a law firm, she realized that the legal field was not aligned with the life and career she envisioned for herself. During that time, she experienced significant stress, anxiety, and chronic insomnia that had affected her on and off for many years.
At the recommendation of a coworker, Dr. Patel decided to try acupuncture — despite knowing very little about it at the time. After several weeks of consistent treatment, she experienced a dramatic improvement in both her sleep and anxiety. The results were life-changing and opened her eyes to the profound impact holistic medicine can have on a person’s well-being.
Inspired by her experience and the level of care she received, Dr. Patel developed a deep passion for acupuncture and Chinese medicine. That same year, she applied to acupuncture school and began the journey toward building a career focused on helping others heal naturally and regain their quality of life.
Going further so her patients don't have to
After completing her master's program in Acupuncture, Dr. Nirali Patel didn't stop there. Driven by a commitment to providing the very best outcomes for her patients, she went on to earn her Doctorate Degree (DAOM) with a specialization in pain management and women's health.
That doctoral program was no small undertaking — an additional 2.5 years of advanced schooling, 1,225 hours of higher-level education, and 662 more clinical hours. Dr. Patel completed every one of them so she could stand at the forefront of her field and offer her patients a level of care most practitioners simply cannot.
Since founding Unique Remedy in Foster City in 2015, she has brought that advanced training to every patient — whether they're managing chronic pain, navigating a fertility journey, or seeking whole-body balance.
DR. PATEL'S STORY
Going further so her patients don't have to
After completing her master's program in Acupuncture, Dr. Nirali Patel didn't stop there. Driven by a commitment to providing the very best outcomes for her patients, she went on to earn her Doctorate Degree (DAOM) with a specialization in pain management and women's health. In 2019, Dr. Nirali Patel also became nationally certified in Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine through the NCBHAM.
That doctoral program was no small undertaking — an additional 2.5 years of advanced schooling, 1,225 hours of higher-level education, and 662 more clinical hours. Dr. Patel completed every one of them so she could stand at the forefront of her field and offer her patients a level of care most practitioners simply cannot.
Since founding Unique Remedy in Foster City in 2015, she has brought that advanced training to every patient — whether they're managing chronic pain, navigating a fertility journey, or seeking whole-body balance.
“Behind every degree was a simple intention: to better support the people trusting me with their health.”
- Dr. Nirali Patel
Doctorate of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
(DAOM)
Specialization in Pain Management & Women's Health
+2.5 years · 1,225 advanced hours · 662 clinical hours
Master's Degree in Acupuncture
Foundation of classical Chinese medicine training
Licensed Acupuncturist, California (L.Ac.)
State licensed and in continuous practice since 2015
National Certification for Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine (Dipl. O.M.)
Nationally licensed and in continuous practice since 2019
Education and Training
Areas of Focus
Pain Management
Doctoral-level expertise in chronic and acute pain. Back pain, migraines, joint inflammation, neuropathy — evidence-based protocols that work. TCM and dry needling trigger point approach.
Women's Health & Fertility
Doctoral specialization · Hormonal balance, IVF/IUI support, PCOS, postpartum
Internal Medicine
Digestive, immune, stress, anxiety, sleep & whole-body balance
Certified Cosmetic Acupuncture
Botox alternative for fine lines and sagging, rejuvenation, tone, and glow, boost collagen, tone facial muscles, acne, and dark spots.
Education & Training
Doctorate of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (DAOM)
Specialization in Pain Management & Women's Health
+2.5 years · 1,225 advanced hours · 662 clinical hours
Master's Degree in Acupuncture
Foundation of classical Chinese medicine training
Licensed Acupuncturist, California (L.Ac.)
State licensed and in continuous practice since 2015
National Certification for Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine (Dipl. O.M.)
Nationally licensed and in continuous practice since 2019
1. Pain Management
Doctoral specialization · Chronic & acute pain — evidence-based protocols that work. TCM and dry needling trigger point approach.
2. Women's Health & Fertility
Doctoral specialization · Hormonal balance, IVF/IUI support, PCOS, postpartum
3. Internal Medicine
Digestive, immune, stress, anxiety, depression, sleep & whole-body balance
4. Cosmetic Acupuncture
Botox alternative for fine lines and sagging, rejuvenation, tone, and glow, boost collagen, tone facial muscles, acne, and dark spots.
Areas of Focus
"I pursued the doctorate because my patients deserved a practitioner who had gone the extra mile — in the clinic and in the classroom."
-- Dr. Nirali Patel
DR. PATEL'S STORY
Going further so her patients don't have to
After completing her master's program in Acupuncture, Dr. Nirali Patel didn't stop there. Driven by a commitment to providing the very best outcomes for her patients, she went on to earn her Doctorate Degree (DAOM) with a specialization in pain management and women's health.
That doctoral program was no small undertaking — an additional 2.5 years of advanced schooling, 1,225 hours of higher-level education, and 662 more clinical hours. Dr. Patel completed every one of them so she could stand at the forefront of her field and offer her patients a level of care most practitioners simply cannot.
Since founding Unique Remedy in Foster City in 2015, she has brought that advanced training to every patient — whether they're managing chronic pain, navigating a fertility journey, or seeking whole-body balance.
IN PRACTICE SINCE 2015
Dr. Nirali Patel, DAOM, L.Ac
DOCTOR OF ACUPUNCTURE AND PAIN MANAGEMENT
What makes Unique Remedy different
DR. PATEL'S APPROACH
The highest degree in the field
Dr. Patel's DAOM is the terminal clinical degree in acupuncture. It took an extra 2.5 years and 1,225 hours beyond her master's — because she believed her patients deserved nothing less.
A plan built entirely for you
No two patients receive the same treatment. Your first visit includes a thorough intake — health history, lifestyle, goals — and a personalized plan designed from the ground up.
Pain & women's health
Her doctorate focused specifically on pain management and women's health — two areas where patients often struggle to find practitioners with real depth of training.
What makes Unique Remedy Different
The highest degree in the field
Dr. Patel's DAOM is the terminal clinical degree in acupuncture. It took an extra 2.5 years and 1,225 hours beyond her master's — because she believed her patients deserved nothing less.
A plan built entirely for you
No two patients receive the same treatment. Your first visit includes a thorough intake — health history, lifestyle, goals — and a personalized plan designed from the ground up.
Pain & women's health expertise
Her doctorate focused specifically on pain management and women's health — two areas where patients often struggle to find practitioners with real depth of training.
Real results from real patients
in patients' words
Areas of Focus
Doctoral specialization · Chronic & acute pain — evidence-based protocols that work. TCM and dry needling trigger point approach.
Pain Management
1
Digestive, immune, stress, anxiety, depression, sleep & whole-body balance
Internal Medicine
3
Digestive, immune, stress, anxiety, depression, sleep & whole-body balance
Cosmetic Acupuncture
4
Doctoral specialization · Hormonal balance, IVF/IUI support, PCOS, postpartum
Women's Health & Fertility
2
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Real results from real patients
in patients' words
Dr. Nirali Patel is both a very skilled acupuncturist and a wonderfully caring woman.
She absolutely wants the best for her patients and takes the time to make everyone who comes into her clinic feel seen and heard. She is truly empathetic and shares openly about her own personal health journey in an effort to relate to her patients and provide wisdom.
I consider myself very lucky to have met her and my debilitating back pain has been unquestionably helped by her treatments.
J.K.
Pain Management
I went through months of having migraines almost everyday for 2 weeks out of the month, and finally gave in to the idea of acupuncture as a last resort. Let me tell you, Dr. Patel has been amazing! She really aims to treat the root cause of your issues, and not just put a band aid on them and mask them like western medicine and over the counter treatments. I've been getting treated by her for about 3 months now, and I have only gotten about 2 headaches since, which is a HUGE improvement from before. I've also been taking some herbs, which has really helped with my anxiousness, along with other tips Dr. Patel has given me. Managing anxiety is definitely a work in progress, but I have been more than pleased with the results. It has been well worth the investment to put my health and well-being first.
Danielle W.
Internal Medicine · Pain mgmt
What makes Dr. Patel's treatment special is that she genuinely shows concern for real health issues and her approach clearly makes you feel the unseen knots/twitches in the muscle which would have got worse if left untreated. I have been visiting her weekly and slowly many muscle issues in the body are being taken care by her.
Dr. Patel as a person too is very humble and sweet. She engages in casual conversation to build a bond with her patients and that makes me very comfortable during treatments. I highly recommend her for your body's preventative and wellness treatments.
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Ravi K.
Pain Management
Perfect 5.0 stars across Google & Yelp — read all reviews →
Real results from real patients
in patients' words
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What makes Dr. Patel's treatment special is that she genuinely shows concern for real health issues and her approach clearly makes you feel the unseen knots/twitches in the muscle which would have got worse if left untreated. I have been visiting her weekly and slowly many muscle issues in the body are being taken care by her.Dr. Patel as a person too is very humble and sweet. She engages in casual conversation to build a bond with her patients and that makes me very comfortable during treatments. I highly recommend her for your body's preventative and wellness treatments.
Ravi T.
Pain Management
Perfect 5.0 stars across Google & Yelp.
Real results from real patients
in patients' words
I went through months of having migraines almost everyday for 2 weeks out of the month, and finally gave in to the idea of acupuncture as a last resort.
Let me tell you, Dr. Patel has been amazing! She really aims to treat the root cause of your issues, and not just put a band aid on them and mask them like western medicine and over the counter treatments. I've been getting treated by her for about 3 months now, and I have only gotten about 2 headaches since, which is a HUGE improvement from before. I've also been taking some herbs, which has really helped with my anxiousness, along with other tips Dr. Patel has given me.
Danielle W.
Pain Management · Internal Medicine
Perfect 5.0 stars across Google & Yelp — read all reviews →
Real results from real patients
in patients' words
Dr. Nirali Patel is both a very skilled acupuncturist and a wonderfully caring woman.
She absolutely wants the best for her patients and takes the time to make everyone who comes into her clinic feel seen and heard. She is truly empathetic and shares openly about her own personal health journey in an effort to relate to her patients and provide wisdom.
I consider myself very lucky to have met her and my debilitating back pain has been unquestionably helped by her treatments.
J.K.
Pain Management · Internal Medicine
Perfect 5.0 stars across Google & Yelp
Read all reviews →
A note of gratitude
This practice was built through the support, trust, and encouragement of many people along the way.
To my patients — thank you for your trust, vulnerability, and willingness to heal and for allowing me to be part of your healing journey.
To my family, friends and mentors— thank you for your unwavering encouragement and support throughout this journey.
And to every person who has walked through my doors, shared their story, or recommended my practice to someone they love — thank you for allowing me to do work that is deeply meaningful to me.
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precision healing for lasting relief
Your first visit with Dr. Patel includes a full intake and a treatment plan built specifically around you. Book online in minutes via Acuity — no phone calls needed.
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Full intake on your first visit — no rushing
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Treatment plan tailored entirely to you
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All bookings online — fast and seamless
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Most insurance accepted
What to expect
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Dr. Patel builds your personalized plan here
1 Book online via Acuity
2 Complete intake form
3 Intake + first treatment