About Dr. Graziano
Meet the Doctor
Dr. Dawn Graziano DACM, L.Ac., Dipl.O.M.
Dr. Dawn holds a Bachelor of Science in Advanced Technical Studies from Southern Illinois University, a Master of Science in East Asian Medicine and Doctorate of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science.
Her 4-year Master's program emphasized several styles of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and clinical recognition to biomedicine. She has completed over 30,000 clinical hours of practice and more than 5000 hours of classroom study. Her subsequent Doctoral program focused on studying evidence-based medicine with an emphasis on leadership and training in integrative medicine. On top of her core studies, she also continues to study and refine her skills through continuing education and individual cases to provide the utmost attention to all options. Dr. Graziano combines an evidenced-based approach to acupuncture and Chinese medicine with a focus on modern environmental influences.
Dr. Dawn is a trauma informed practitioner who continues her education in Advanced Neurological Studies, Neuro-Meridian Acupuncture, Integrative Healthcare and Functional Medicine for deep healing of multifaceted chronic conditions. She has studied with world class researchers and masters in the field with specialties in: Neurology, Electroacupuncture/Frequency Specific Medicine, Auricular Acupuncture, Modern environmental impacts on health, Preventative care, Pelvic-Floor health, Fertility, Autoimmune diseases, Dermatology.
Dr. Dawn is an authority in the field of acupuncture, especially when it comes to chronic and seemingly hopeless cases. With over 15 years of clinical experience, specialized trainings in neurological and chronic conditions, and over 115,000 patient treatment cases studied; Dr. Graziano brings a missing link of healthcare to the Niles area. Her focus has been on treating neurological conditions, chronic pain, pre/post surgical (quickening recovery), and autoimmune conditions. She states: "We get a lot of referrals and unfortunately, there are too many people feeling hopeless in their bodies not finding the help they need for one reason or the other. I can't express enough; the pure joy it is to witness the progress and the blooming of my patients." She adds: "It takes work. Sometimes a lot of work that requires patience to get to the knots and untie them for longevity. That's when people understand what it feels like to finally feel good in their body."
- Dr. Graziano has proven success with:
- Menstrual/Menopausal imbalances
- Digestive disorders: Colitis/Crohn's/IBS/Constipation etc
- Chronic fatigue
- Stress/Anxiety
- Sinusitus
- Asthma
- Allergies
- Dermatology
- Chronic pain: Back Pain/knee pain/Joint and muscle pain
- Spinal Stenosis
- Bulging Discs
- Arthritis Joint Pain Conditions
- Failed Back Surgery
- Sciatica / Leg Weakness
- Neuropathic Pain
- Peripheral/Chemo Induced Neuropathy: Numbness/Tingling/Burning symptoms
- CRPS
- Autoimmune
- Shingles
- Gout
- Parkinson’s Pain
- Acute and chronic Bell’s Palsy
- Vision Disorders / Vision Improvement (macular degeneration, retinitis pigmentosa, dry eye)
- Viral and idiopathic paralysis
- Stroke recovery
**It is important to understand that everyone will have an East Asian pattern diagnosis that is individualized and not based on an allopathic diagnosis. An understanding of both is recognized for effective communication.