NINAH HOFMANN, MS, L.Ac.

Ninah Hofmann, L.Ac., has been practicing acupuncture in San Francisco since 2005. She is a California and NCCAOM licensed acupuncturist, graduating from Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley, in 2004 with a Master of Science degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine. As a child, Ninah foraged wild herbs, reading about their healing properties in herbal medicine books from the 60s and 70s. When first introduced to Chinese medicine at 17, she felt an immediate connection to its philosophy, a philosophy which weaves our body’s health into the macrocosm of nature. This approach to health takes into account our relationship with the natural world, something from which we have been cut off within the context of allopathic medicine.

Aware of the vast disparities in accessible health care, Ninah opened Community Acupuncture Works (CAW) in July 2008, which served the Calle 24 Latino Cultural District of San Francisco and beyond. During the 12 years of operating and practicing in her busy high-volume community acupuncture clinic, Ninah gained immense experience in treating a varied and diverse group of patients with a wide range of health conditions.

In 2015, Ninah worked as an acupuncturist on a UCSF Osher Center study, “Group Acupuncture for Painful Diabetic Neuropathy” which took place at her clinic, CAW. In 2019, Ninah co-created a continuing education class on the role of acupuncture in regulating the nervous system as a way to help manage autoimmunity and chronic pain.

Ninah’s compassionate and empathetic manner help guide her approach to treatment. She believes the powerful effect acupuncture has on our body and nervous system is one of the best tools we have to deeply connect us to our body’s innate healing capacity.

The Covid-19 pandemic forced the closure of Community Acupuncture Works in June 2020. Ninah is now transitioning into new ways of providing care in as safe a manner as possible, observing all protocols for the safety and well-being of both patient and practitioner.

Ninah enjoys being outdoors, going on walks with friends, thrifting, flea markets, garage sales, and estate sales, as well as reading, listening to music, cooking, and spending time with family, friends, and her beloved cat buddies, Maeve and Hattie.

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Lis takes the time to understand surface problems as well as what may be going on underneath. Along with treating acute symptoms, she was able to provide guidance in how I could treat underlying issues. She is fantastic at what she does, and is great for those of us that have seen a multitude of acupuncturists, or for people looking to try for the first time.

Kelly K.

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Dean S.

Lis' business classes were super helpful in my post graduation freak out. She is down to earth, knowledgable, funny, and makes the class relevant to your needs as a new practitioner. I cannot recommend her and this class enough. The class gave me the confidence and tools to take the plunge and start my own practice last Fall. I continue to feel encouraged, inspired, and supported through her and Five Pins Project.

Paolo Flores Chico, LAc

Lis is amazing! It was just by chance that I found her, and I am so happy that I did. Not only is she the most gentle and caring acupuncturist I could imagine, but she helped me with a problem that no other doctor could put their finger on. I am so grateful for her help and admire her compassion for all people. I feel like a new person and am able to live a normal life every day. Thank you Lis!

Danielle B

Lis is a wonderful. My wellness has improved dramatically since she has started treating me with acupuncture. I am so happy that I can make weekly appointments. She is kind hearted and makes me feel calm, safe and centered. Lis is a great listener and healer. I would recommend her to any friend!

Zulema V.

Daniel is genuinely a great person who cares and has a natural calmness about him. Glad I found him.

C. T.

When I was suffering from severe chronic pain from late-stage Lyme Disease, Lis offered me a calm, healing space and helped me manage the stress of pain and illness. I experienced significant pain and nausea relief after her treatments.

C.L.

I honestly feel like my visits with Lis have changed my life - she has treated and helped in healing my body, soul, spirit, mind, & heart.

Leah P.

I felt very taken care of and was both physically and emotionally guided to a better place by the time I floated out of the office.

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