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Welcome to The Holistic Entrepreneur Podcast
In this episode, Zane speaks with Dr. Irene Lien, an expert acupuncturist based in Bellevue, Washington, who shares her journey from practicing medicine in Taiwan to growing a successful holistic practice in the U.S.
Dr. Lien dives into the challenges of navigating the American healthcare system, the power of acupuncture, and how trust, education, and word-of-mouth referrals helped her grow her wellness clinic. She also talks about preventative care, insurance complexities, and how she combines traditional and modern approaches to empower patients through long-term healing — not just symptom relief.
This episode is filled with wisdom for wellness entrepreneurs, acupuncturists, and anyone looking to grow a heart-led, patient-focused health practice.
Like, comment, and subscribe if you’re building a health-based business or exploring holistic healing.
The Holistic Entrepreneur Podcast — where healing meets business.
Chapters
00:00 Dr. Irene Lien’s Journey to the U.S.
02:43 Understanding the U.S. Healthcare System
06:51 Patient Engagement and Education
10:18 Success Stories in Acupuncture
15:58 Overcoming Skepticism in Alternative Medicine
19:50 Building a Patient Base
25:12 Advice for New Practitioners
27:22 Building a Patient-Centric Practice
32:11 Integrating Traditional and Modern Medicine
35:08 Navigating the Healthcare System
39:33 Understanding Insurance Challenges
43:52 The Importance of Preventative Care
47:20 Marketing Strategies for Growth
49:00 Advice for Aspiring Acupuncturists
52:50 Sharing Personal Experiences with Patients
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