Care that treats the cause, not just the symptom.
Acupuncture, functional medicine, and neuromuscular therapy from a veteran-owned practice serving St. Petersburg since 2020, backed by 20+ years of finding what's actually causing your pain.
A wide practice, organized around root cause, not a list of conditions.
Six areas of care. Each one leads to what it covers and how it is treated here.
Pain & injury
Acute and chronic pain, sports injuries, myofascial and trigger point release, neuromuscular therapy, TMJ/jaw pain.
Acupuncture & herbal medicine
Traditional acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, cupping, electric stimulation.
Functional & digestive health
Functional medicine assessment, digestive issues, nutritional counseling.
Stress & nervous system
Stress and anxiety support, hot/cold therapy, injection therapy.
Skin conditions
Acne, rosacea, eczema, and psoriasis, treated with acupuncture and herbal protocols.
COVID recovery
Acute and long-haul symptom support.
Donald M. Eisenman, DAOM, AP
Doctor of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine
For over 20 years, Dr. Eisenman has specialized in chronic pain and soft tissue dysfunction, trained under both Western and Eastern medicine practitioners, and currently completing a Functional Medicine certification. His approach starts with careful palpation, not a standard protocol: finding the actual trigger point or imbalance before treating it.
- Licensure
- Licensed Acupuncture Physician
- Also trained
- Neuromuscular Therapist
- In practice
- 20+ years
- Location
- St. Petersburg, FL
Three things that don't change from visit to visit.
Root cause, not symptoms
We look past the diagnosis you arrived with to find what's actually causing it, then treat that.
Time to actually listen
Appointments are built for a real history: stress, sleep, digestion, life. Not a 10-minute visit.
Consistency over quick fixes
Acupuncture and functional medicine work cumulatively. We'll tell you honestly what progress should look like.
What patients say, in their own words.
I'm a strong-minded person, maybe not the easiest patient, so I was a bit nervous for my first visit. To my surprise, it went very smoothly. I almost felt like I'd known him for a decade.
Aga
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I started my holistic journey in 2004, knowing that holistic doctors look for the cause behind a disease instead of just fixing the symptoms. After a long break following my first doctor's retirement, I found Dr. Donald Eisenman. He's incredibly kind, patient, and dedicated, willing to go above and beyond with a natural approach. He takes the time to understand his patients' concerns, symptoms, and lifestyle, and usually follows up by text the next day. He even took me in on his day off during a semi-emergency. If you're looking for a new doctor, I highly recommend Dr. Eisenman. My experience so far has been nothing short of perfect.
I went to Dr. Eisenman with several issues that had been persisting for a long time, and after just one acupuncture session, I felt like a new person by Monday.
Stephanie
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I'd been to the doctor and had tests run for months, and they couldn't figure out what was going on. It was frustrating, and I felt hopeless about my hormonal health. No joke! I'm so happy I stumbled upon Dr. E. Nobody should feel hopeless about their health. If something is persisting, go see Dr. E so he can get to the root cause and help you heal naturally. Grateful!
I've been dealing with chronic jaw issues from an injury going back at least two and a half years. I'd never tried acupuncture before, but after just one session, I immediately felt the tension I'd been carrying dissipate.
Chris
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I tried everything, massage, orthodontic treatments, and spent hundreds on other therapies that never worked. Terrible headaches, no focus, no drive, and constant fear things were only getting worse. I came across Dr. E on Google, hoping someone could give me better insight into my issues. I can't thank Dr. E enough. I'm sleeping better than I have since the injury, more focused and calm than I've ever been, and I finally feel like I have my life back. Thank you, Dr. E, for all your help!
Fill out your intake forms ahead of time.
Complete your intake securely from any device before you arrive. The form is hosted by MailHippo, our HIPAA-compliant forms provider, so you'll get a quick verification code from them by email before you start.
What to know before your first visit.
How should I prepare for my first appointment?
Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Patient gowns are available if you need to change.
Will my insurance cover treatment?
We're out-of-network for most plans. We'll provide a receipt you can submit for reimbursement.
Are the needles painful?
Acupuncture needles are far finer than injection needles. Most patients find sessions deeply relaxing.
Where is the practice located?
926 16th St N Ste A, St. Petersburg, FL 33705. Open Mon-Fri 9am-6pm and Sat 10am-2pm.
See all patient questions, or read articles from Dr. Eisenman.