Today we’d like to introduce you to Riann Bullock.
Hi Riann, so excited to have you on the platform. So before we get into questions about your work-life, maybe you can bring our readers up to speed on your story and how you got to where you are today?
I came to acupuncture through my own personal health journey. I was suffering with allergies and asthma and had to dramatically modify my lifestyle. I was a distance runner that could no longer run. I couldn’t laugh too hard. I was working as an ICU nurse and couldn’t respond to a code without worrying about having an asthma attack. The hospital I was working at, at the time, offered an Integrative Healthcare Conference that I chose to attend. That’s where I met and was able to learn about acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. I sought out an acupuncturist that a friend recommended and within 1-2 acupuncture treatments, along with herbs and dietary changes, I was able to breathe better than I had in 2-3 years! In working with my acupuncturist and doctor, I was able to wean off my medications, started running again, and was guided to my next healthcare career. My entire nursing career, I worked in Pediatric ICU. I treated many asthmatic patients through the years and wondered why we couldn’t utilize this in the hospital. I also noticed how my overall health and hormones changed for the better utilizing this medicine. I realized, this was how I want to work with patients. Not just treating symptoms but working to correct what is out of balance.
I hope this inspires more people to seek out other forms of healthcare to support their best life.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
Absolutely not! But I love this medicine and find it helps so many people. So, I continue down the road. Just a few years into working as an acupuncturist, the pandemic and lock down happened. I, as many did, had to pivot and figure out how to function in a new way. Many nights of researching the changes, new supplement protocols, and different ways that Chinese Medicine could help kept me inspired. I knew there was a lot this medicine could offer.
Also, learning to run or manage a business after working in a hospital for over 20years was a learning curve that I’m still riding. I kind of thought I would have a better handle on the business side, but lets just say that it continues to be a learning experience.
Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know?
I’ve been with Conception Wellness for 6 years now. I function as the Senior Acupuncturist and fertility specialist. This is a group practice that has 3 other acupuncturists and 3 massage therapists. This allows a collaborative work environment where we can insure the patient is getting the best care. We commonly look at lab work or discuss tests the patients have undergone which allows me to utilize both my Western medicine training along with the Eastern Medicine principles.
Many hormonal issues can be helped with acupuncture and the right supplements. I work with many patients that have hormonal imbalances, are looking to get pregnant, or recovering postpartum. We can support them throughout pregnancy and love when they continue care into the following pregnancies. We work in the holistic view of balancing from the root to help support healthy hormones throughout life. This includes working to support gut health, immune health, and mental health. It is all connected!! If our stress level and mental health are not good, it definitely affects the hormones. Same with gut health. It is our focus to address all the contributing factors so that you can be your healthiest.
What quality or characteristic do you feel is most important to your success?
I bring my Southern charm into the treatment room but without the “Bless your heart”. I try to deliver comfort with honesty and hold space as they need. A joke or a curse word may come with that honesty, never hurts to laugh right?
Pricing:
- Pricing information will be listed on the website soon. Feel free to contact us!!
Contact Info:
- Website: www.conceptionwellness.com
- Instagram: @riannbullockacu or @conceptionwellness
- Yelp: https://www.yelp.com/biz/riann-bullock-acupuncture-san-diego
Image Credits
Individual photos-Meg Marie Photo Patient picture-Laura Henry Photography Circle-Heidi Hart
