About Dr. Visbal

Dr. Kristiina Visbal, DACM, L.Ac, Integrative Medicine Clinician

Dr. Kristiina Visbal is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine and licensed acupuncturist based in Los Angeles. She practices integrative medicine, combining Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western medical understanding to support patients seeking a more comprehensive understanding of their health.

She earned her B.A. in Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder, where her interest in the mind-body connection first developed, and later completed her doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine at Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego.

Dr. Visbal completed over 4,000 hours of doctoral-level training over five years, including education in both Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western biomedical sciences. Her advanced clinical training includes rotations through UC San Diego Health, Jacobs Medical Center, UTC Digestive Diseases, UCSD Hillcrest Medi-Cal Clinics, and Pacific College’s Integrative Medicine Center. At these sites, Dr. Visbal treated hundreds of patients across oncology, palliative care, fertility, metabolic health, weight management, pain management, autoimmune conditions, stress-related concerns, and pre- and post-surgical recovery. Her collaboration with MDs, RNs, and specialists has helped patients navigate care plans that integrate conventional medical treatment with acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine.

Dr. Visbal incorporates lab findings alongside the principles of Chinese medicine to develop personalized treatment plans that may include acupuncture, custom herbal formulas, nutrition, and lifestyle support. She is known for explaining complex health concerns in a clear, practical way, helping patients feel more informed and involved in their care.

Her goal is to help patients make sense of their symptoms and move forward with a treatment plan that feels realistic, supportive, and tailored to the individual.

Philosophy of Care

I believe patients deserve care that helps them feel heard, better understand their health, and move toward long-term wellness and resilience.

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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

  • Collaborated with physicians on metabolic and digestive cases using GLP-1–based weight management programs.

    Developed adjunctive herbal and nutritional protocols to minimize side effects, enhance digestion, and support sustainable weight regulation.

    (San Diego, CA)

  • Provided acupuncture to oncology, fertility, and postpartum patients in a hospital setting.

    Focused on symptom relief, hormonal health, and nervous-system stabilization for patients navigating treatment or recovery.

    (UC San Diego Health)

  • Delivered one-on-one care for a diverse patient population managing chronic disease, trauma recovery, anxiety, grief, and end-of-life transitions.

    Supported patients through integrative pain management, emotional regulation, and stress-related illness using acupuncture and herbal medicine.

    (San Diego, CA)

  • Treated chronic and acute pain, neuropathy, and musculoskeletal injuries using orthopedic and neurofunctional acupuncture in collaboration with MDs and physical therapists.

    (UC San Diego Health)

  • Provided comprehensive primary-care–style treatments addressing dermatological issues, hormonal imbalance, autoimmune disease symptom management, digestive disorders, and stress-related fatigue.

    Designed personalized herbal and acupuncture protocols, tracked patient progress, and incorporated nutrition and lab-based insights.