Meet Sunae Son, L.Ac, M.S.O.M. – A Leader in Integrative Eastern & Western Medicine

With a lifelong passion for both science and holistic healing, Sunae Son brings over a decade of dedicated study and hands-on clinical experience to her acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) practice. She seamlessly integrates modern biomedical knowledge with time-honored Eastern therapies to offer her patients thoughtful, personalized care.

Raised in a large and close-knit family in South Korea—Sunae is the 42nd cousin in her extended family—her natural curiosity led her to explore the world of science from an early age. She earned dual bachelor’s degrees in Physics and Life Science & Biotechnology from Kyung-Buk National University, where her love for discovery deepened. Eager to continue her academic journey, Sunae came to the U.S. and enrolled at the University of Wisconsin, where she studied Biomedical Engineering and conducted extensive lab-based research.

Despite her strong scientific foundation, Sunae felt called toward a more personal and healing-focused path. This led her to the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, where she earned her Master’s degree in Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in Nutrition in 2010—becoming the sixth licensed acupuncturist in her family.

A Decade of Clinical Experience in Holistic Healing

Sunae launched her professional acupuncture career in 2011 as the Head Acupuncturist and Herbalist at Acu-Med Integrative Medicine in Waukesha, WI. There, she treated a wide range of conditions—especially chronic pain—using modalities like cupping, Tuina, moxibustion, herbal medicine, and targeted supplementation, working collaboratively with chiropractors to provide integrated care.

She later continued her journey as Lead Acupuncturist at AdCare Acupuncture and Wellness in Niles, IL, focusing on overall wellness and helping patients manage stress, fatigue, hormonal imbalances, and more. Today, she brings her years of clinical expertise and compassion to Chicago’s River North community, where she is excited to continue supporting patients in their journey to whole-body wellness.

A Rooted Approach to Whole-Body Wellness

Sunae’s philosophy is simple: to heal from the inside out. Drawing inspiration from both her Eastern heritage and scientific background, she believes our health is deeply shaped by what we eat, breathe, and think each day. In her own words, “The body is like a tree—if the roots aren’t healthy, the branches can’t flourish.” Her mission is to treat the root causes of illness, not just the symptoms, offering guidance and education that empower her patients to thrive long-term.

A clean-living advocate and passionate cook, Sunae enjoys exploring organic ingredients and preparing traditional Asian meals at home. She also practices yoga, Pilates, and daily walking to stay grounded and energized.

Whether you’re managing pain, hormonal imbalances, stress, or digestive issues, Sunae Son, L.Ac, M.S.O.M. is here to guide you with knowledge, compassion, and holistic care backed by both Eastern tradition and Western science.