The Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine is New Jersey's first school of acupuncture. The College was founded in 1997 by Julie Puretz after finding little relief for her own pain and fatigue from western medical practitioners. The ESATM is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM).
Over the several years ESATM has grown, the College relocated to larger quarters in 2015 in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Visit the Facilities section for more details. Our College provides its students with a full range of choices in specific acupuncture disciplines and features a personal, individually tailored approach that assures proper development of each student.
Over the several years ESATM has grown, the College relocated to larger quarters in 2015 in Bloomfield, New Jersey. Visit the Facilities section for more details. Our College provides its students with a full range of choices in specific acupuncture disciplines and features a personal, individually tailored approach that assures proper development of each student.
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The purpose of the ESATM Alumni Association is to honor the goals and mission statement of the College and to bring our alumni together to cultivate and inspire the greater community. Community defined for the purposes of this mission include: ESATM, our students, our alumni, and the community at large in which we all live.
Welcome to the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine. During your visit here today, you will find helpful information about our world-class facility, and learn about our instructors and programs. Gain the perspective you need to make an informed decision about a gratifying future in healthcare.
The Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine is New Jersey's first acupuncture school. Founded in 1997, the College is institutionally accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM), which is the recognized accrediting agency for freestanding institutions and colleges of acupuncture or Oriental medicine that offer such programs.
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The main office for the Eastern School of Acupuncture is located at 440 Franklin Street, 5th Floor, Bloomfield, NJ. Students and potential students are encouraged to visit the main office when they have questions concerning admission to the College, financial aid, student accounts, academics or if they need to speak with the School Director.
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Maria Peraza
May 30, 2021
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I finally have a road map! I've been dealing with chronic pain for fifteen months. After one session of Kiiko Matsumoto at Eastern School of Acupuncture, I was blown away by the results. I can walk without limping! It's a work in progress, but I know that I'm in the right place. The students and staff are friendly, knowledgeable and kind. Parking is available (assigned spots) or street/meter parking. They are wheelchair accessible and the building has an elevator as well. Due to Covid, please wear your mask.
Hyunjong Kim
Feb 07, 2021
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Great school to learn Acupuncture. I have been to three different schools, and this school was the best. The professors are nice, willing to teach you & friendly. Highly recommend it to somebody who wants to be a healer! Appreciate Shiaomei who showed me how to love patients, Christine who guided us to Japanese style, Kouo who leads all the students amazingly, and all the best school staff!
Jennifer H.
Oct 01, 2020
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I like coming here because it is very affordable and convenient!
The interns are very friendly and professional. I was having a lot of ear pain recently and came in for a visit. The next day the pain was so much better! It is almost gone now after 2 days!
I would certainly recommend coming here if you are new to acupuncture.
It is a little bit on the medical side so not as comforting an environment as traditional acupuncturists might be. The sessions are also shorter than normal. They leave you for about 15 minutes to rest, which is fine and definitely works. Just not as long as I am used to at
The interns are very friendly and professional. I was having a lot of ear pain recently and came in for a visit. The next day the pain was so much better! It is almost gone now after 2 days!
I would certainly recommend coming here if you are new to acupuncture.
It is a little bit on the medical side so not as comforting an environment as traditional acupuncturists might be. The sessions are also shorter than normal. They leave you for about 15 minutes to rest, which is fine and definitely works. Just not as long as I am used to at
Jeffrey B.
Jan 30, 2020
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I just had my first treatment at the clinic and had such a great experience with Christine, the clinic supervisor. She took careful time to go through my concerns and issues. She addressed the chief complaint right away but also made sure to listen carefully and address some secondary issues. I walked out of their floating with my back feeling at least 75% better than when I walked in. She also addressed some on-going acid reflux that still a few days after has not come back.
I suggest checking out the Eastern School Clinic for a treatment!
I suggest checking out the Eastern School Clinic for a treatment!
Steven FoQus Strothers
Jan 11, 2020
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Rich Harris
Dec 10, 2018
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I hobbled in, with severe pain - sciatic nerve. I strode out pain free. I go weekly and address various issues I previously thought hopeless. A better life for a few dollars. Professional, affordable, effective. If you think acupuncture might help, start here.
Convenient hours, excellent staff, range of techniques. No excuse to put it off.
Convenient hours, excellent staff, range of techniques. No excuse to put it off.
Christine S.
Oct 22, 2018
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Dina Marto
Aug 28, 2018
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Exceeded my expectations. I walked in with pain that I've been dealing with for over 10 years in my shoulders and neck as well as my low back radiating into my leg. I've tried PT, sports medicine docs, chiro and also acupuncture in the past but nothing has provided relief so I wasn't expecting too much here. Boy was I wrong! The staff was incredibly caring, knowledgable, patient, and you can feel their sincerity in wanting to help you feel better. I walked out after my session feeling like a huge weight has been lifted off of my shoulders, my low back doesn't hurt, and I also feel better emotionally
Larry Handlin
Jan 06, 2017
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P. O.
Mar 16, 2016
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I've looked for a affordable ( 45.$ first / 35$ for return visits) yet effective acupuncture person forever. Today I found it ....suffering from muscle overexertion w inflammation ( tendinitis ) I was not healing. Yvon my soon to graduate acupuncturist carefully reviewed my case. She melted away my muscle tension and eased the over reactive tone of the nervous system. I was also treated for a numbness due to concussion which also had result....less tension resulting in less numbness, better vision . I do plan to see her at least another 5 visit for lasting results.
Look forward with hope
Look forward with hope
Jeannette L.
Feb 20, 2016
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INTERN CLINIC REVIEW:
Recently, I've been going to the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine's intern clinic with my boyfriend, who was referred to go here by his orthopedist. We've been going here for a few weeks now.
Located in Bloomfield, the clinic is on Franklin Street. It's easy to get here from the Garden State Parkway. It may be tricky to find the building the first time you go there. It is located in the same building as the Provident Bank. While there is a parking lot, it's private and you can't park there or else your car will be towed
Recently, I've been going to the Eastern School of Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine's intern clinic with my boyfriend, who was referred to go here by his orthopedist. We've been going here for a few weeks now.
Located in Bloomfield, the clinic is on Franklin Street. It's easy to get here from the Garden State Parkway. It may be tricky to find the building the first time you go there. It is located in the same building as the Provident Bank. While there is a parking lot, it's private and you can't park there or else your car will be towed
Joni R.
Dec 12, 2015
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Been a repeat offender for years now. This place has helped me with so many ailments, chronic and infrequent. I still can't believe how so few people still don't know about this. What a great value! You can go regularly to help with big and small things! Kind people and professionals work here. Try both the Chinese and Japanese styles. Thank you all that have ever treated me!
Francine Perretta
Aug 21, 2015
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Nicole P.
Feb 13, 2014
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I had my first few acupuncture experiences here and loved it. Friendly, professional staff- from the acupuncturist to the receptionist. Prior to coming in, the receptionist provided me with information on how to prepare for my first visit (wear loose clothing, eat a light meal an hour before coming in, etc). They really made an effort to make you feel very comfortable here.
Some other minor details that may be informative:
-Each session I had lasted around 45 minutes to an hour.
-They do not accept health insurance but the sessions are affordable.
-Credit card payments are accepted.
-The
Some other minor details that may be informative:
-Each session I had lasted around 45 minutes to an hour.
-They do not accept health insurance but the sessions are affordable.
-Credit card payments are accepted.
-The
Dee C.
Sep 21, 2012
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Someone suggested I go here for treatment.
Staff is super friendly and efficient.
Nico worked on me along with Tomasina. They were both fantastic.
Treatment in total took 3 hours.
Back pain was gone almost instantly.
FYI, the building they are in is fantastic... small blurb about the "Madison Building"
"1912 Beaux Arts revival Style - Architect: Van Vleck & Goldsmith
Named for the Edward Madison Company, stationers, booksellers and printers, this building was designed with offices and studios and intended to bring together an association of arts, trades and professions
Staff is super friendly and efficient.
Nico worked on me along with Tomasina. They were both fantastic.
Treatment in total took 3 hours.
Back pain was gone almost instantly.
FYI, the building they are in is fantastic... small blurb about the "Madison Building"
"1912 Beaux Arts revival Style - Architect: Van Vleck & Goldsmith
Named for the Edward Madison Company, stationers, booksellers and printers, this building was designed with offices and studios and intended to bring together an association of arts, trades and professions
