Dr. Irina Patten was born in Ukraine, where she was introduced to natural medicine at an early age and dreamed of becoming a holistic doctor. That calling became personal after losing her first husband to cancer and later navigating Lyme disease and mold toxicity. These experiences shaped her commitment to root-cause care that supports the body’s natural ability to heal.
Dr. Patten graduated from… Read more ›
| University | Degree | Focus | Graduated |
|---|---|---|---|
| American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine | Masters Degree | Master's of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine | 2019 |
| American College of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine | Doctorate | Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine | 2020 |
| Institution | Focus | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Continuing Medical Education (CME) - Functional Medicine University | Functional Medicine | 2025 |
| Position | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine/Certified Functional Medicine | Dr. Patten's Center for Holistic Wellness Clinic owner seeing patients virtually and in person, providing Chinese Medicine and acupuncture care while integrating functional medicine, genetic testing, lab ordering/interpretation, health history review, and personalized treatment planning. | 2024 - 2026 |
| Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine | Heights Acupuncture and Wellness Clinic Provided Chinese Medicine and acupuncture care using TCM pulse and tongue diagnosis, while integrating functional medicine, genetic testing, lab ordering/interpretation, health history review, and personalized treatment planning. | 2022 - 2024 |
| Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine | ACU4U Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Clinic Interviewed patients, reviewed health histories, and addressed concerns; diagnosed through TCM pulse and tongue assessment; provided personalized acupuncture care and integrated functional medicine principles into treatment planning. | 2020 - 2022 |
| Role | Organization | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Diplomate of Oriental Medicine | National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM), formerly NCCAOM Board-certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, nationally certified in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine, reflecting advanced professional standards in acupuncture, herbal medicine, and East Asian medicine. | 2020 - Present |
| Licensed Acupuncturist | Texas Medical Board Licensed Acupuncturist in the state of Texas, authorized to provide acupuncture and related Chinese Medicine services in accordance with Texas Medical Board licensing requirements. | 2020 - Present |
| Premier Practitioner Network Member | 3x4 Genetics Member of the 3X4 Genetics Premier Practitioner Network, using advanced genetic and nutrigenomic insights into personalized root-cause care, treatment planning, nutrition, detoxification, inflammation, hormone balance, and overall wellness. | 2025 - Present |
I help adults with gut health, hormones, fertility, autoimmunity, inflammation, and weight loss resistance uncover root causes through Chinese Medicine, Functional Medicine, genomics, labs, nutrition, acupuncture, and personalized holistic care plans.
Accepts New Patients: Yes
Patten specializes in treating the following types of patients:
Medical Philosophy: Integrative Medicine
Irina Patten, DACM, LAC, CFMP has not yet listed the medications that she commonly prescribes.
More info: Payment is due at the time of service. We accept credit/debit cards, HSA/FSA cards, and cash. Fees: initial acupuncture consult + treatment $250; follow-up acupuncture $100; 6-session package $540; virtual visits $150–$350; lab review/interpretation $350–$450 depending on complexity. Lab testing, herbs, and supplements are billed separately, with pricing reviewed before ordering or dispensing.
Offers Financing/Payment Plans?: Unknown
Bills on a Sliding Scale?: Unknown
I am out of network with all insurance plans and do not bill insurance directly. However, if you have acupuncture coverage, I can provide a superbill upon request that you may submit to your insurance company for out-of-network reimbursement.
