Elizabeth Melendez, AP

Dr. Elizabeth Melendez is a board-certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine and licensed Acupuncture Physician, dedicated to helping patients find balance and lasting relief through Traditional East Asian Medicine. She is passionate about guiding others on their healing journey with holistic, patient-centered care that honors the deep connection between body, mind, and spirit.

Her path into medicine began while preparing for veterinary school. During her studies, she discovered acupuncture—and everything changed. Inspired by its ability to treat the whole person, she shifted her focus and earned her degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine from East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota, Florida.

Dr. Melendez holds four national board certifications through the NCCAOM in Acupuncture, Oriental Medicine, Biomedicine, and Chinese Herbology. She is also certified in AcuPoint Injection Therapy and Cold Laser Therapy, allowing her to integrate both traditional and modern techniques into her treatments.

With a special focus on pain management and women’s health, she combines compassion, intuition, and clinical expertise in every session. Through her mobile wellness clinic, Shen Point Acupuncture & Wellness, she provides accessible, high-quality care—meeting patients where they are, both physically and in their healing journey.

As a bilingual practitioner fluent in English and Spanish, Dr. Melendez is committed to creating a welcoming space for diverse patients and communities.

Beyond her practice, she enjoys peaceful walks through the parks of Ave Maria, beach days by the Gulf, gardening, and capturing the natural beauty around her through photography. Most of all, she cherishes time spent with her family.