Dr (TCM) Attilio D'Alberto
Watch my short introductory video where I introduce myself, explain my background and qualifications and answer commonly asked questions about acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine.
Fertility support
I'm a fertility expert and have helped many couples conceive naturally using fertility acupuncture or during an IVF cycle. I then help them in pregnancy and during labour to have a happy and healthy baby.
Pain relief
I've helped many people with chronic pain become pain free even when strong painkillers don't work. The National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) recommends the use of acupuncture for chronic pain relief.
Health problems
I've helped many people with various health problems lead a happier and healthier life, symptom free. I use acupuncture, Chinese herbs, cupping therapy and dietary advice to help people feel better again.
Why choose Dr (TCM) Attilio D’Alberto
I am a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with over 25 years of clinical experience treating a wide range of health conditions using acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping therapy, moxibustion and dietary therapy.
I hold a Doctor of Medicine degree from the world-renowned Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine — one of the world’s foremost institutions for TCM — and a BSc (Hons) in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Middlesex University, London. My clinical hospital training took place at Whittington Hospital in London and at Zhong Ri Hospital and Xi Yuan Hospital in Beijing.
I am a fully insured member of the British Acupuncture Council (BAcC) — the UK’s leading professional body for acupuncture, accredited by the Professional Standards Authority — and a member of the Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine (RCHM). My acupuncture is recommended by NICE for chronic pain and I am listed by the NHS.
I hold a 5-star patient review rating from over 228 patients, and my treatments are covered by a wide range of private health insurers. I have published research in international peer-reviewed journals and am the author of two fertility books — My Fertility Guide and My Pregnancy Guide — published in three languages.
What to expect from treatment
- Personalised treatment plans. Every patient receives a thorough TCM assessment and a tailor-made treatment plan combining acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and dietary and lifestyle advice specific to their condition and constitution.
- Highest-quality Chinese herbs. All herbal prescriptions are individually formulated and dispensed from pharmaceutical-grade herbs sourced from Sun Ten, Taiwan — one of the world’s leading TCM manufacturers.
- IVF out-of-hours acupuncture. I provide out-of-hours sessions on the day of egg collection and embryo transfer for patients undergoing IVF, maximising the clinical benefit at the most critical points in the cycle.
- Convenient clinic and online access. My acupuncture clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire is centrally located and open including Sundays. Online Chinese herbal medicine consultations are available for patients across the UK and internationally.
- Insurer-approved treatment. My acupuncture is covered by many private health insurers including AXA, WPA and Vitality.
- Free discovery call. If you would like to discuss whether treatment is right for you before booking, schedule a free 10-minute call with me.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture has been used in East Asia for thousands of years to treat a wide range of health problems. It is not painful like people imagine and is relaxing and safe when given by a qualified acupuncturist.
Chinese herbal medicine
Chinese herbal medicine has been used to treat various health problems all over East Asia for thousands of years and is still the most advanced form of herbal medicine practised in the world today.
Cupping therapy
Cupping therapy has been used in East Asia for thousands of years and in the UK for hundreds of years. Cupping therapy involves placing cups on the body using a vacuum to relieve muscle tension and pain.
Moxibustion
Moxibustion is the application of heat-therapy into a specific point on the body. It originates from traditional Chinese medicine and is used a lot to turn a breech baby in late pregnancy with a 72.5% success rate.
