Tong Shen TCM Clinic

Tong Shen TCM Clinic We provide acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, point injection therapy, and vitamins/supplements to patients in Vancouver, WA starting in February 2025

Mission Statement

Patients at Tong Shen TCM Clinic will be empowered to realize their resilient self healing nature. Through acupuncture, herbal medicine, and related modalities, care will be provided to regain and/or improve health. We are committed to actively listening to you and working collaboratively with you to address what matters most to you. Let’s work together to create solutions, over

come obstacles, and help you achieve your goals! Values

At Tong Shen Center, our mission is to remove blockages in the body and restore balance, empowering patients to experience life flowing freely. We prioritize informed consent, ensuring every patient feels safe, heard, and actively involved in their care decisions. Through compassionate listening and thoughtful collaboration, we aim to inspire and support patients in reaching their health goals. We are committed to continuous growth and improvement and encourage our patients to embrace the same mindset. Together, we can create a treatment plan that guides patients toward meaningful progress—whether achieving full resolution of their concerns or taking significant steps toward a healthier, more vibrant life. Clinic Philosophy

At Tong Shen TCM Clinic, we believe in the body’s innate ability to heal itself when given the right support. Guided by the ancient wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), our approach addresses the root causes of health concerns while effectively managing symptoms to empower our patients on their journey to lasting wellness. By combining time-honored philosophies with modern, evidence-based research, we craft treatments to target your unique needs. Our goal is to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and empowered to take the next step toward optimal health. What makes Tong Shen TCM clinic unique? At Tong Shen TCM Clinic, we specialize in providing integrative care that complements and enhances Western medical treatments. Whether you’re seeking support to improve outcomes alongside surgical or medical procedures, addressing conditions where Western medicine offers limited options, or managing symptoms in a holistic way, we’re here to help. Our approach bridges the gap between ancient Chinese healing traditions and modern healthcare, offering treatments that work in harmony with your overall medical plan to promote optimal health and recovery. Clinic's story and what inspired its creation

The inspiration behind Tong Shen TCM Clinic stems from a deeply personal journey. During my recovery from an ankle reconstruction surgery, I experienced firsthand the transformative impact of support beyond what Western medicine could provide. This profound experience ignited a passion to help others remove the blockages in their lives that prevent them from living fully. As a former teacher, I found joy in helping students overcome challenges, but I realized I wanted to make an even broader impact. Tong Shen TCM Clinic was created as a space for healing and empowerment, dedicated to supporting those who have experienced a medical event, are undergoing treatment or procedures, or seek care that extends beyond the scope of Western medicine.

06/14/2026

My patient's daughter sent this video over this morning. She said 'before she started treatment with you, she couldn't cut her meat'. This patient had a stroke several years ago. With acupuncture and Chinese herbs, she is regaining her independence and getting her life back! I'm so proud of her for the progress she is making!

If you or someone you love is struggling with lingering effects of a stroke, there may be options to help.

Call to discuss your situation - 360-726-7172
Sign up for your first appointment - https://tongshenclinic.com/

Recovery may still be possible, even if it is years after your stroke!

Have you recently been discharged from care? What is your plan for follow up care and starting your healing process?If y...
06/06/2026

Have you recently been discharged from care? What is your plan for follow up care and starting your healing process?

If you've been in the hospital for any reason (surgery, stroke, concussion, accident, emergency room) and been told to go home and rest and take meds, that's not an effective plan for healing.

After being discharged from care, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine helps jumpstart the healing process. Healing happens when your body is stimulated to heal! If you have questions about how acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine can help your healing process, give us a call today!

Call - 360-726-7172

We spend an hour with you at every appointment so you can get the best care and after care advice. If you're looking for a provider who spends time with you and truly cares about your HEALTH and HEALING instead of just your SICKNESS, you'll find that at Tong Shen TCM Clinic. We are the best place to go for follow up care in Vancouver, WA!

Book an appointment today - https://tongshenclinic.com/

So many of my patients and people in the community always ask - 'How do I treat _____?' One common question I get asked ...
06/04/2026

So many of my patients and people in the community always ask - 'How do I treat _____?' One common question I get asked is how to treat pain - are their any good supplements for pain? What about OTCs? CBD? So I'll use this post to address how to treat pain.

In Chinese medicine we have a saying - same disease, different diagnosis, different disease, same diagnosis. This saying communicates the idea that when we ask 'what works for _____', there may not be a blanket solution that works for everyone. I always recommend going to see a trained provider to get a proper diagnosis and then use herbs that help to treat the underlying cause of your pain. Succumbing to 'shiny marketing' online and buying supplements from ads or websites while not knowing what they do is not useful. Chinese medicine creates a customized plan for you - there are over 365 acupuncture points and just as many Chinese herbs. Treatment is planned and customized just for you by looking at your entire health picture - not just your one symptom of pain.

With that being said, there is another saying in Chinese medicine - where there is movement, there is no pain. So any substances that help to improve blood flow (like bone water from saint apothecary) will help to reduce pain. When in doubt, moving our blood is a great first solution. Almost everyone who comes into my clinic gets prescribed a bottle of bone water. It works on so many different conditions because it follows the principle stated above - where there is movement, there is no pain.

Lastly, your body is producing inflammation for a reason. The signs of inflammation are - redness, swelling, pain, and loss of function. Typically chronic inflammation doesn't come with the redness but it does come with the other 3. So, a good question would be - how can we heal/strengthen the area so the body no longer needs 'anti-inflammatory' action? This is best accomplished with some kind of physical body work (acupuncture, PT, exercise, massage, chiro, etc) while doing a strengthening program. Our lymphatic system carries swelling and the only way to move the lymph system is to flex muscles in the area where there is swelling.

So, if you are in pain, reach out to me TODAY to get a customized treatment plan that treats you as a whole person.

Tell your friends - Dr. Kevin spends an entire hour with you at every appointment so he can learn about you, your health, and your goals. Healthcare needs more human connection and that's why he dedicates 100% of his attention to you during your appointment. No being left in the room on your own.

Tell your friends - no more shiny marketing or flashy products. Go see Dr. Kevin so he can use a medicine that has been around for centuries and has been proven to work so you can get the relief you are after.

Tell your friends - no more searching online at 2am for solutions online. There is someone right here in the local community who is ready to help you make progress towards excellent health.

CALL TODAY - 360-726-7172

Book your appointment - https://tongshenclinic.com/

06/01/2026

A patient contacted me on Saturday after having a stroke - they were told PT would be 5-6 week wait. I got them in same day

Don’t wait for care after a stroke. Get in for acupuncture ASAP to start healing!

Do you know someone who has had a stroke and is having trouble recovering?Here is a writing sample from a patient I rece...
06/01/2026

Do you know someone who has had a stroke and is having trouble recovering?

Here is a writing sample from a patient I recently saw at my clinic. They had a stroke 2 years ago. It says ‘thank you, cat, dog’

After a couple of months of regular treatments the patient sent me a picture of their name in legible cursive. They were able to use their right arm to write again, and most importantly, they could write legibly without significant tremors!

We were both thrilled with this piece of progress!

When they started treatment their arm was clutched towards their chest and fixed there. They couldn’t move it without significant tremors. They were dealing with so many health issues and were getting frustrated.

In addition to being able to write, the patient had improvements in many other areas - digestion, sleep, breathing, energy, memory, and mobility of their right arm!

If you know someone who recently had a stroke who wants to recover more and get their life back, please have them reach out to me!

Phone - 360-726-7172

Sign up for an appointment today - https://tongshenclinic.com/

One thing I often tell patients is:Acupuncture works best as a process, not a one time event.Many health concerns build ...
05/21/2026

One thing I often tell patients is:

Acupuncture works best as a process, not a one time event.

Many health concerns build up over months or even years. Whatever you're dealing with, meaningful change takes time, consistency, and the right plan.

That's why I recently changed how I recommend care in the clinic.

To help patients stay consistent and get better results, care now starts with a minimum recommendation of 6 treatments. There is a more comprehensive option for people dealing with long-term or more difficult health problems.

These recommendations are being made because the goal is lasting change, getting to the root, and helping people feel better in day-to-day life.

I've also updated the full list of offerings of add-ons in the clinic, including herbal medicine, Evil Bone Water, Vitamin B-12 injections, and hawthorne berry syrup. These will be recommended when clinically appropriate

If you're wondering if acupuncture can help you, I'd be happy to have a short phone call to talk what care might look like for you!

I look forward to continuing to care for our community!

-Dr. Kevin Farnham, DACM, LAc.
Tong Shen TCM Clinic

Book an appointment now - https://tongshenclinic.com/
Questions or prefer to by by phone? - 360-726-7172

The first place you should go after a surgery or any medical procedure is to your acupuncturist. Rest and pain medicatio...
05/21/2026

The first place you should go after a surgery or any medical procedure is to your acupuncturist. Rest and pain medication don't kickstart the healing process. Acupuncture helps to activate the body's ability to heal.

If you know anyone who has an upcoming procedure, have them give me a call so I can get them scheduled for immediate follow up care!

Make an appointment - https://tongshenclinic.com/
Give us a call to get scheduled - 360-726-7172

Acupuncture in Vancouver, WA

05/21/2026

If you think surgery fixes the problem…that’s where people get stuck.

Make an appointment - https://tongshenclinic.com/

I'm so thankful to the community I've been building at my clinic. So many of you tell me that you're talking with so man...
05/12/2026

I'm so thankful to the community I've been building at my clinic. So many of you tell me that you're talking with so many other people about coming in for treatment. The foundation that has been established from word of mouth referrals has been so amazing, THANK YOU!

If you've had a positive experience with me or my clinic, I'd appreciate if you could go leave a 5 star review on my Google business page so more people can read your testimonials! Any reviews are sincerely appreciated!

Link - https://g.page/r/CSTKfVO2cBMgEBM/review

04/09/2026

Do you know someone who has recently had a stroke and is struggling to do basic everyday tasks? Maybe they’ve been told by their doctor that this is their new normal and they won’t get better.

At Tong Shen TCM Clinic, we work relentlessly to improve your quality of life! If you want a care provider on your side who will continue to believe in your ability to heal, set up an appointment today!

Edit - this patient also experienced improvements with digestion, sleep, breathing, pain, and memory along the way!

Make an appointment - https://tongshenclinic.com/

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3305 Main Street Suite #303
Vancouver, WA
98663

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