The office is conveniently located in central Des Moines, in the beautiful Greenwood Park neighborhood.
Katherine and Brendan take pride in their "mom and pop" shop and strive for a comfortable experience for all.
We provide a professional service with a laid back attitude.
Everyone is welcome!
Katherine and Brendan take pride in their "mom and pop" shop and strive for a comfortable experience for all.
We provide a professional service with a laid back attitude.
Everyone is welcome!
Katherine Whitmore Chuapoco RN L.Ac MSOM- Graduated from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, CO with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2000. In the fall of that year, she opened her private practice in Des Moines. Before acupuncture school, she graduated from Iowa Methodist School of Nursing in 1996, and maintains an active Registered Nurse (RN) license. In 2001, Katherine joined the Des Moines VA and has the distinct privilege of being the first Licensed Acupuncturist in the nation to provide acupuncture at a Veterans Hospital, specializing in Pain Management. At the time of her departure in 2015, the acupuncture clinic was the 2nd busiest specialty clinic at the Des Moines VA. She is incredibly proud of her time serving the veterans.
Katherine is a Des Moines native, grew up in Beaverdale and went to Roosevelt HS. She is pleased to be part of her community as a small business owner and a health care provider.
Brendan Dooley Chuapoco L.Ac MSOM- Graduated from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, CO with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2000. Prior to acupuncture school, Brendan received his Bachelors of Arts degree in Economics from Colorado State University. Brendan moved to Des Moines in 2001 and joined his wife, Katherine, as co-owner of the Center for Acupuncture. From 2006-2015, Brendan split his time between his private practice and working at the Des Moines Veteran's hospital, specializing in Pain Management.
Brendan has the distinction of being the only acupuncturist to also practice Jin Shin Jyutsu in Iowa. A Japanese form of acupressure passed down from his mother, Philomena Dooley, master teacher of the art. Brendan is proud to bring his unique blend of services to Iowa and truly enjoys living in Des Moines.
Brendan and Katherine have one daughter, Ella, who is a familiar face inside the clinic. Outside the office, they are an active and social family, love the outdoors, enjoy travel adventures and quality time together. They can often be seen walking or running around in the neighborhood with their dog, Buster:)
Katherine is a Des Moines native, grew up in Beaverdale and went to Roosevelt HS. She is pleased to be part of her community as a small business owner and a health care provider.
Brendan Dooley Chuapoco L.Ac MSOM- Graduated from Southwest Acupuncture College in Boulder, CO with a Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine in 2000. Prior to acupuncture school, Brendan received his Bachelors of Arts degree in Economics from Colorado State University. Brendan moved to Des Moines in 2001 and joined his wife, Katherine, as co-owner of the Center for Acupuncture. From 2006-2015, Brendan split his time between his private practice and working at the Des Moines Veteran's hospital, specializing in Pain Management.
Brendan has the distinction of being the only acupuncturist to also practice Jin Shin Jyutsu in Iowa. A Japanese form of acupressure passed down from his mother, Philomena Dooley, master teacher of the art. Brendan is proud to bring his unique blend of services to Iowa and truly enjoys living in Des Moines.
Brendan and Katherine have one daughter, Ella, who is a familiar face inside the clinic. Outside the office, they are an active and social family, love the outdoors, enjoy travel adventures and quality time together. They can often be seen walking or running around in the neighborhood with their dog, Buster:)