I feel that it is a rare privilege to work with clients, to be a catalyst for healing, and to see people heal and grow.  Because my training in Chinese Medicine and Herbalism emphasizes the unique qualities of each individual patient my practice is continually refreshed with new insights and surprises.  I am finding that our bodies (and, on a larger scale, our whole ecosystem) has a remarkable capacity for self-healing.  The treatments I use start my clients on a path to self-healing and work to gently remove the obstructions that hinder their progress.  To my teachers and to my clients (who continue to teach me every day) I want to say: “thank you for this opportunity to practice this subtle, amazing medicine.”

David Milbradt is a state licensed, nationally certified (NCCAOM) acupuncturist. His training includes a three year course of study at the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, one of the oldest acupuncture schools in America. 

David is also a professional member of the American Herbalists Guild, the only peer review professional organization for clinical and traditional herbalists in the U.S.

David's article on recently discovered anatomical structures that have been linked to the practice of acupuncture has been published in a nationally distributed acupuncture journal.  (Click this link to read his article)  He has been the subject of numerous books, newspaper articles, and television programs.  He has years of experience from teaching classes on Oriental Medical Theory at the East-West Healing Arts Institute and continues to lecture to many groups including the Madison Public Health Department and the University of Wisconsin Medical School.

Shari Friedrichs—Acupuncturist

Shari Friedrichs joined Abundance Acupuncture in 2005, working with patients as a case manager, conducting initial consultations and providing education while studying acupuncture. Shari is a state licensed acupuncturist. She graduated from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine  with a combined Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Master of Science in Oriental Medicine. Her training includes an internship at Guangzhou University of Traditional Medicine, one of the four oldest colleges of its kind in China. She has received specialized training in pediatrics and Chinese herbology

Margo Cope – Receptionist, Promotions, & Patient Care 

Margo has twelve years of experience as a health care receptionist at the Beaver Dam Community Hospital and at other locations.  She greets everyone, answers the telephone, and handles scheduling.  She also helps by assisting with patients when we are busy.  Please let her know if she can help you in any way.