About Dr. Aaron Lee, DAOM, Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM)®, L.Ac, CMTPT/DNAc
Owner of Box Acupuncture Traditional Chinese Medicine
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist,
Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist and Dry Needling Acupuncturist
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About Dr. Aaron Lee, DAOM, Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM)®, L.Ac, CMTPT/DNAc
Dr. Aaron Lee is a sports medicine and orthopedic acupuncture specialist based in San Jose, CA, with expertise in dry needling, myofascial trigger point therapy, and integrative pain management. A lifelong athlete — from competitive swimming and weightlifting to CrossFit — Dr. Aaron brings a deep understanding of movement, fascial health, and joint rehabilitation to his patient care.
His journey into Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) began during his undergraduate years at the University of Austin, where acupuncture helped him manage stress, sports-related muscle pain, and seasonal allergies. Inspired by the benefits, he pursued a Master’s in TCM and later earned the highest clinical degree available in the U.S., the Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) from Five Branches University. His doctoral research on Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine for Acute Myeloid Leukemia was presented at the International Symposium on Acupuncture and Moxibustion.
In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Aaron is a Certified Personal Trainer, CrossFit Level 1 Trainer, Primal Health Coach, Medical Qigong Practitioner, and Certified in Sports & Orthopedic Medicine. He was one of the first acupuncturists in the Bay Area officially certified in Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy and Dry Needling through Myopain Seminars, and he also holds certification in Pelvic Floor Acupuncture.
Dr. Aaron works extensively with professional, collegiate, and youth athletes, including the San Jose Sharks and Barracuda, as well as athletes in football, gymnastics, soccer, rugby, and MMA/UFC. He is dedicated to providing personalized, results-driven care that integrates with patients’ full healthcare teams.
Clinic Hours:
Saturdays & Sundays: 9 AM – 5 PM
Mondays: 10 AM – 6 PM
Languages: English, conversational Mandarin Chinese
Myopain Cert.
To Contact Dr. Aaron Directly, Email: Aaron@boxacupuncture.com
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Education, Licenses, Certifications & Professional Affiliations
Education
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) – Five Branches University
Master’s in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) – Five Branches University
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology – University of Texas at Austin
Certifications
Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT)
Certified Trigger Point Acupuncturist
Certified Sports & Orthopedic Medicine Practitioner
Certified Medical Qigong Practitioner
Certified in Microneedling for Facial Rejuvenation
Certified Enzyme Expert – Enzymedica
Certified Primal Health Coach
Licenses
Licensed Acupuncturist – California Acupuncture Board
Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (Dipl. O.M.) – National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
Specialty Styles of Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Acupuncture – Rooted in TCM principles for whole-body wellness
Si-Yuan Balance Method Acupuncture – Targeted point selection for rapid results
Sports & Orthopedic Acupuncture – Focused on athletic recovery and injury rehabilitation
Electro-Acupuncture – Enhanced stimulation for pain relief and healing
Trigger Point Acupuncture / Dry Needling Therapy – Releasing muscle tension and restoring mobility
Facial Cosmetic Acupuncture – Trained by Michelle Gellis, L.Ac, for skin health and rejuvenation
Professional Organizations
California Acupuncture and Traditional Medicine Association (CalATMA)
Executive Board Member (2020–2021)
Treasurer & Budget Committee Chair (2020–2021)
Member Benefits Committee Chair (2020–2021)