Nigel Dawes M.A. L.Ac.

PRACTICE

Under normal conditions, Nigel Dawes operates his private practice in Union Square in the heart of New York City. His personal style of practice is informed by his training in the Japanese principles of East Asian Medicine and incorporates Acupuncture, Shiatsu & Kampo herbology in his approach to patient care.

In light of these unprecedented circumstances however, Nigel has reformulated his practice to encompass remote diagnosis, treatment and herbal prescribing for the time being so that patients can continue to receive the supportive healthcare they need.

KAMPO HERBOLOGY

Nigel is the premiere practitioner of the Kampo style of herbology in the United States. Kampo is a specialized Japanese method of diagnostics and prescription based on classical herbal formulas as outlined in one of the earliest texts of East Asian Medicine, the Shang Han Za Bing Lun. Combining abdominal palpation with an assessment of the patient's constitution and symptoms, an herbal formula is prescribed specifically targeted to treat the patient's overall condition. The patient is subsequently closely monitored for possible modifications or changes to the original prescription. All virtual visits are 30 mins.

Literally translated as "The Chinese Method" the term "Kampo" refers to the practice of Classical Chinese Herbology deriving from Han Dynasty China (200BCE-220CE) and evolving into its adopted form in Japan where it has enjoyed a continuous unbroken lineage for the last 1500 years. Currently it is estimated about 80% of all licensed MD's and Pharmacists practice some form of Kampo in Japan today and in that country the herbs are classed as ethical drugs, available by prescription only and covered by National Health Insurance. For further information please refer to: Kampo: A Clinical Guide to Theory and Practice, Churchill Livingstone, 2010, ISBN: 0443100934.

In response to the the COVID-19 outbreak, Nigel has specifically tailored his Kampo Herbology practice to target immune-enhancement approaches as well as symptom management which includes the psycho-emotional fallout caused by the effects of this pandemic on all of us. Given the gravity of the current situation and the overwhelming stresses placed on the standard health care system in the United States, Nigel recognizes the need for alternative supportive treatments, ones that do not automatically require an in-person doctor’s visit or out-patient hospital visit.

HERBS

Nigel keeps a comprehensive inventory of classical formulas onsite readily available to the patient at the point of service. These are conveniently available in the form of granular herbal extracts, drunk as a tea, which is the standard way herbs are manufactured and distributed in Japan and much of East Asia. Subject to stringent GMP standards, Japanese as well as similar products from Taiwan are known for their superior quality control and safety and are approved for sale in the US by the FDA as “dietary supplements”.

In response to COVID-19, Nigel has formulated an online appointment service for new and returning patients to request a consultation. Patients can schedule a virtual appointment with Nigel to discuss their health issues.

Please book a consultation or appointment here.

METHOD

Nigel integrates a thorough understanding of Western medical conditions with the time-honored science and art of East Asian Medicine to offer the most sophisticated and complete care to his patients. In his regular general practice, he provides treatment for a wide range of conditions with a focus on digestive disorders, gynecological and fertility conditions and orthopedic conditions. He also treats allergies, cardio-vascular disorders, respiratory issues, auto-immune disorders, chronic viral conditions including HIV and CFS alongside many other symptoms and conditions, including and especially supportive cancer care.

To understand more about Nigel’s usual practice, please visit his website at nigeldawes.com

PATIENT INFORMATION

Nigel welcomes patients of all ages, including children, with any range of symptoms or conditions, and specifically encourages those currently affected by the COVID-19 virus to seek help in addition to any conventional care they may already be receiving.

Appointments will be scheduled for 30 minutes and patients will be asked to provide a thorough history of the issue at hand, be expected to answer a number of detailed clinical questions, be asked to show their tongue for visual examination and then expect to be prescribed an herbal formula. Delivery instructions will be given at the time of the appointment along with instructions as to dosing, methods of taking the herbs and how and when to follow-up.

There will be a consultation fee in addition to the cost of the herbs which can be paid by Venmo or Chase Quickpay (Zelle).