Time that gives you
back to yourself.
Whether you're managing a specific concern or simply investing in feeling better, we'll meet you where you are — and build a plan that fits your life.
Treatments Designed
for Your Results
Dr. Michael Adams
DACM, L.Ac.
Dr. Adams founded Core Meridian on a single principle: every patient deserves measurable outcomes, not indefinite treatment. His approach blends the clinical precision of modern acupuncture with the depth of classical Chinese medicine — treating each patient as a whole system, targeting the underlying patterns that drive symptoms, not just the symptoms themselves.
A background in movement and performance shapes his specializations in orthopedic pain and sports recovery. Advanced training in Beijing and graduate work at two of California's top Chinese medicine programs give him a rare depth across both classical and contemporary clinical frameworks.
Full Bio
Dr. Michael Adams — Clinical Director & Founder
Doctorate in Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine
Pacific College of Health and Science, San Diego
Master's in Traditional Chinese Medicine
Yo San University, Los Angeles
Advanced Clinical Training
Beijing International Acupuncture Training Center
Serving Newport Beach & Orange County
Licensed Acupuncturist — California
“I treat each patient as a whole system — addressing symptoms while targeting the underlying patterns that disrupt health.”
— Dr. Michael Adams
“Modern wellness, thoughtfully practiced.”
Quiet rigor.
Considered care.
Real intake. Real listening.
Your first visit is unhurried — we begin with a thorough consultation before any treatment begins, so we understand your full picture rather than your chief complaint alone.
Treatment plans, not single sessions.
Most concerns respond best to a series of four to six treatments. We'll recommend the right plan for your situation, then check in regularly to adjust as you progress.
Integrative by design.
Acupuncture is the foundation of every treatment. Depending on what your situation calls for, we may also draw from cupping, gua sha, electroacupuncture, near-infrared light therapy, and Chinese herbal medicine — chosen for your needs.
An environment that lets you exhale.
Soft light, quiet rooms, and the time to settle in. The treatment matters — but so does everything that surrounds it.
Five Focus Areas.
One Integrated Approach.
Results that speak
for themselves.
“I came in with chronic low back pain I'd been managing for three years. After six sessions with Dr. Adams I was moving without limitations for the first time since the injury. His intake was the most thorough I've experienced. He actually listened.”
Sarah M.
Orthopedic Pain · Newport Beach
“I was skeptical going in. My OB recommended acupuncture to support our IVF cycle and I honestly didn't expect much. Dr. Adams was calm, clinical, and completely non-judgmental. We transferred on cycle three. I credit him with a meaningful part of that.”
Jennifer L.
Fertility Support · Irvine
“I was deep in burnout. Couldn't sleep, couldn't focus, running on cortisol. The first session I fell asleep on the table. Three weeks in, my energy had shifted in a way I can only describe as foundational. This is real medicine.”
Marcus T.
Burnout Recovery · Costa Mesa
“The clinic itself is beautiful: quiet, low light, no rushing. Dr. Adams explained exactly what he was doing and why. I've been to acupuncturists who just needle you and send you home. This is completely different.”
Rachel K.
Stress & Anxiety · Newport Beach
No Surprises.
Know Before You Book.
New Patient
Full Acupuncture Session
60 min — Cupping, Gua Sha, Hot Towels & Electroacupuncture
Fertility Consultation & Treatment
60 min — Extended Intake
Includes full cycle history & records review
Care Plan Packages
Five-Session Package
Save $75 — $120/session
Most patients see meaningful results in 4–6 treatments
Ten-Session Package
Best value — $110/session
Ideal for chronic conditions or long-term wellness
Maintenance Care
Express Acupuncture
30 min — Established patients only
Express 8-Session Package
8 × 30 min — $80/session
Best value for consistent maintenance
Cosmetic Care
Cosmetic Acupuncture
60 min — Single Treatment
Microneedling
Single Treatment
Microneedling Series
Series of 3 — Save $42
Best results with 3+ treatments, 4–6 weeks apart
Payment & Coverage
- Insurance accepted — verified before your first visit
- HSA & FSA eligible for most services
- Cash, credit & debit accepted
- Packages valid for 12 months
Many major insurance plans cover acupuncture. We verify your benefits before your first appointment — you'll know your out-of-pocket cost before you arrive.
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Your first step toward
lasting relief starts with a single visit.
Schedule online in minutes, or contact us to verify your insurance coverage before you arrive. New patient visits are 60 minutes — comprehensive intake, thorough assessment, first treatment.