"Acupuncture has been a life saver for me. When I first started acupuncture, I was sick and tired of being sick and tired. I was depressed and not controlling my own life and feelings. Acupuncture and Lisa's special touch has given me back my life. When people ask how are you, I can honestly say I am good.

Acupuncture will always be a part of my life. Thank you Lisa and the RiverWest staff for all that you have done for me, you have my eternal gratitude."

Patient Testimonial

Meet the RiverWest Acupuncture Team

A place of calm and healing

RiverWest Acupuncture founder Lisa Francolini L.Ac. opened her practice in 1995, with a vision to offer health a care alternative where healing would be transformative. With more than 25 years in the health field, she wanted to enlarge upon ancient healing traditions to meet modern needs.

Lisa C. Francolini, L.Ac

Lisa received her advanced degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine. She is board certified by the National Commission for the Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and is licensed to practice by the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Health Services Administration from Providence College.

Lisa has been an officer in the Oregon Acupuncture Association and most recently chaired the committee that created a new and unified state-wide organization for acupuncturists in Oregon, the OAAOM. She has served as an officer of the Board of Trustees of the Oriental College of Oriental Medicine for the past 13 years.

The concept of Relational Accupuncture  was created and developed by Lisa in 2006 and implemented in 2007.

Hilary F. Laferrière, MAc. LAc.

Hilary joined the RiverWest Acupuncture team in 2008. She earned her Master's degree in acupuncture from the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture in Hallandale Beach, Florida, and her Bachelor of Arts in Education and Human Development from Prescott College in Prescott, Arizona. As an Acupuncturist, Hilary focuses with patients on their vision of themselves in optimum health, harmony and balance.

Hilary is certified in the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) treatment protocol. She is also certified in Oriental Facial Rejuvenation (acupuncture face lifts), and Reconnective Energy healing. She is trained in Acupuncture for Weight loss and Fertility, Acutonics vibrational sound therapy and ZeroBalancing bodywork. Hilary is a Diplomate of Acupuncture by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and licensed as an acupuncturist in Oregon and Washington. She is the past president of the South Sound Acupuncture Association and currently on the Board of the Oregon Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Clinton Randy Thomas, A.S.T., M.Ac.O.M., L.Ac

Randy works exclusively in our Relational Acupuncture® program. He graduated from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine in 2000 and is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the state of Oregon. He also holds an Associate degree in Surgical Technology. Randy began working in the health care field since 1975. He has enjoyed working in the Operating Room at St.Vincent's Hospital since 1980 and has operated his own private practice since 2000.

Tina Bullock

Tina has worked at RiverWest Acupuncture for the last 10 years and has enjoyed watching 'alternative' health care grow into an integral part of the healthcare system. She moved to Oregon and began working in the healthcare field after receiving her bachelor's degree in psychology and Criminal Justice. Her intention is for each patient is to receive a knowledgeable, compassionate, and respectful experience with each visit. Her personal interests include reading, digital photography and being with her cats.

Scott E. Vinson

Scott is an administrative assistant with RiverWest Acupuncture and the newest member of our team. He has a Bachelor of Arts from Oregon State University and has aspirations of continuing his education in the Portland area. He brings to RiverWest both dedication to patient care, as well as providing assistance in the support of transforming our patients' health exponentially. He lives in Northeast Portland, with his new wife and their black lab, Willie. His interests include reading, golfing, fishing, and other outdoor activities.

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