Business Details
20 Years
experience
Expert Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine in Ulverstone, Tasmania
Sagire Acupuncture & Herbal Medicine has been serving the North West of Tasmania since 2006, founded by Dr. Ian Dummett, a registered Doctor of Chinese Medicine with extensive qualifications from RMIT and ICEAM. Our practice integrates acupuncture, herbal medicine, and nutrition to address women's health, pain management, and chronic conditions through Classical East Asian Medicine principles. With a focus on individualised care, we combine 20+ years of clinical experience with ongoing professional development to deliver holistic treatments tailored to each patient's needs.We prioritise patient education and empowerment, offering flexible appointments, telehealth options, and community resources to support long-term health balance. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our use of Australian Certified Organic herbs and evidence-based practices validated by research, including the Acupuncture Evidence Project. We maintain strict professional standards through affiliations with AACMA and APRHA, ensuring safe, ethical care that complements Western medical treatments when required.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Nutrition
Women's Health
Telehealth Consultations
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine
- Our treatments combine evidence-based practices with Australian Certified Organic herbs
- Specialised focus on women's health and complex gynaecological conditions
- Individualised treatment plans with minimum 30-minute consultations
- Telehealth appointments available for remote patient support
Associations and certifications
- AACMA
- APRHA
Services
Acupuncture
Acupuncture treatments use ultra-fine needles at specific meridian points to restore Qi flow and address conditions like chronic pain, migraines, and stress. Our evidence-based approach follows the Acupuncture Evidence Project findings for 117 treatable conditions. Patients receive individualised sessions with ongoing assessment to optimise treatment outcomes.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations use Australian Certified Organic ingredients to address digestive issues, hormonal imbalances, and chronic conditions. Formulas adapt with patient progress, combining traditional East Asian categorisation with modern safety standards. All herbs meet TGA regulations and ACO certification requirements.
Women's Health
Specialised care for endometriosis, PCOS, fertility support, and menopause symptoms using integrated acupuncture and herbal treatments. Our approach addresses internal cold and stagnation patterns while supporting IVF and Western medical treatments through complementary therapy.
Nutrition Advice
East Asian Medicine-based nutrition plans focus on seasonal eating and Qi balance. Individual consultations develop realistic dietary strategies considering lifestyle, budget, and family needs while addressing internal temperature imbalances through food choices.
Telehealth Consultations
Virtual consultations provide accessible care for herbal medicine adjustments and nutrition advice. Secure telehealth sessions maintain treatment continuity while ensuring patient safety, with prescription renewals and formula modifications available through online assessments.
People
Dr Ian Dummett
Doctor of Chinese Medicine
Registered with AACMA and APRHA, Dr Dummett holds dual BAppSc degrees in Chinese Medicine and Human Biology from RMIT. With clinical experience since 2006, he specialises in women's health and pain management, combining Traditional Chinese Medicine with Western medical sciences.
Questions
What conditions do you treat with acupuncture?
We treat women's health issues, chronic pain, migraines, anxiety, digestive disorders, and fertility support using evidence-based acupuncture techniques validated by the Acupuncture Evidence Project.
Are your herbal medicines safe?
All herbs meet TGA standards and come from Australian Certified Organic suppliers. Formulas are individually tailored and monitored to ensure safety with existing medications and health conditions.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes, we provide telehealth consultations for herbal medicine adjustments and nutrition advice while maintaining treatment quality and patient safety standards.
How does your nutrition advice work?
Our East Asian Medicine-based approach focuses on seasonal eating patterns and Qi balance, creating realistic dietary plans that consider your lifestyle, budget, and family requirements.
What makes your women's health care unique?
We combine 17+ years of clinical experience with individualised treatment plans addressing endometriosis, PCOS, and fertility challenges through integrated acupuncture, herbs, and lifestyle modifications.