Dr. Jennifer Ashby, DAOM

Leading doctor of East Asian medicine, holistic health expert, medical author and public speaker, Dr. Jennifer Ashby shares her methods for restoring balanced health and influencing disease development and progression.

New and Returning Patients, Virtual

  • Dr. Ashby has practiced East Asian medicine for over 30 years.

    Her expertise encompasses women's health (including menstrual and menopausal issues, reproductive health, preconception care and pregnancy care, oncology support, kidney disease, pain, stress disorders (including post-traumatic stress disorder), and everything in between.

    She uses EAM and the Epic 8, mind-body techniques, and lifestyle adjustments, combined with Western labs, imaging, procedures, surgeries, and medications to tailor treatment plans to individual patients.

UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health (In-Person)

  • In one of the world’s most renowned research hospitals, Dr. Ashby cares for adults with a variety of complex medical conditions including cancer and chronic kidney disease.

    She offers a truly integrated medical experience through collaboration with Western providers, taking into account patient lab results, pharmaceutical medications, imaging, procedures, surgeries and EHR notes.

    Combined with traditional techniques for mind, body and spirit, she designs the most informed treatment plans that encompass acupuncture, nutrition, mind-body techniques and lifestyle adjustments.

    Her treatment plans are tailored to individual patients and evolve in real time as the patient's needs and condition change.

    Schedule directly at the Osher Center by calling, 415-353-7700.

  • Dr. Ashby is accepting select speaking engagements that align with her values. She has shared her perspective on East Asian medicine, health, longevity and epigenetics at prominent industry events including TEDx, How Do You Health Fest and UCSF.

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The EPIC 8 Course

There are 8 things that healthy and vibrant people do well to promote longevity and improve their health and well-being.

Diet, hydration, sleep, breathing, movement and exercise, bowel movements, finding joy and awe, not embodying stress.

Using a blend of East Asian wisdom and modern science the Epic 8 can drastically enhance longevity and overall vitality.

Science-Based Lymphatic Drainage Rescue

The key to freeing the body from illness, aches, and pain lies within our lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is a dynamic network of vessels and organs that work together to get rid of waste, toxins, and excess fluids that your body doesn't need. However, when it becomes inflamed, sluggish, or clogged, it can lead to chronic health issues, such as frequent infections with prolonged recovery times, digestive issues, fatigue, muscular stiffness, recurrent headaches, skin discoloration, and the list goes on. Learning how to actively support our lymphatic system is essential for maintaining lasting health and vitality.

Drain Unhealthy Toxins From Your Body

While the exact amount of toxins we’re exposed to varies based on lifestyle, environment, and location, research shows the average person comes into contact with hundreds of chemicals daily — through air, water, food, personal care products, and household cleaners. You might not see them, but multiple toxins are silently working against your health every day. These hidden intruders can clog your body, drain your energy, and speed up aging. Chronic exposure — even in small amounts — can accumulate over time and may contribute to:

Fatigue, brain fog, and inflammation

Hormonal imbalances

Gut and immune system disruption

Accelerated aging and chronic disease risk

The good news? You don’t have to live this way. This is your guided reset to help your body gently release what no longer serves it — so you can feel clear, light, and energized from the inside out.

“Balanced health is simpler when we follow the lifestyle wisdom of the Eight Guidelines.”

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