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Have your health. 

If you're seeking solutions for your health, you're in the right place. Aaro specializes in Preventive Health Testing and Integrative Treatment Plans to help you address the root cause of your symptoms and experience lasting health improvements.

Treating the root cause.

Welcome to Aaro—an integrative approach to diagnostic testing and healing, dedicated to addressing the root causes of illness. Founded by Dr. Mackenzie Hall, DACM, L.Ac., a Doctor of Chinese Medicine specializing in Functional Medicine and chronic health conditions, Aaro personalizes and integrates the process of health testing and healing to meet the unique needs of clients. Whether you're managing a chronic condition or seeking to optimize your health, Aaro provides a comprehensive suite of laboratory testing, individualized treatment plans, and guidance to foster enduring health improvements. Dr. Hall combines evidence-based natural therapies with a holistic methodology, addressing the essential roles of the nervous system, gut, and mind in the healing process.

Services

  • Health Testing

  • Consultations

  • Acupuncture & Pulse

Precision is key in Medicine.

  • Getting high quality, in-depth diagnostics can be instrumental in identifying dysfunctions that might not yet show up as clear diseases but could contribute to chronic illness, fatigue, hormonal issues, or other health concerns.

  • Aaro’s approach fuses Functional medicine, Classical Chinese Medicine, and Holistic Medicine therapies to offer a more nuanced understanding of disease and targeted solutions for treating chronic, latent, and recurring illnesses.

  • Integration is where true healing takes place, as it brings together all aspects of a person's health—ancestry, constitution, lab work, life circumstances, and emotional wellbeing. Treatment plans are tailored to the whole person, empowering people to build new, healthier patterns for lasting wellness.

  • Understanding the body’s biology is crucial, but equally important is recognizing how emotional health is deeply intertwined with physical wellbeing. By exploring how underlying emotional aspects—such as unresolved trauma, chronic stress, or limiting beliefs —live in the body, clients are supported in identifying and releasing blockages that may be compromising their health.

  • For me, it is rare to feel like a practitioner or healer truly understands what is going on with me, but I feel that from Mackenzie. My health issues are quite complex and rather than just feeling like I was experiencing slight improvements, I could feel real, true, deep healing occurring. You are lucky if you are one who gets to experience healing with Mackenzie.

    Lauren S.

  • Dr. Mackenzie provided an exceptional service that I've been a long time searching for -- a data-based and wisdom-rich Eastern medicine approach to whole body digestive and excretory health. Throughout my cleanse I received detailed feedback and adjustments that helped me to successfully recalibrate my diet, supplementation regimen, and physical practices. This feedback was invaluable, and led to an incredibly positive outcome - overall I feel much better informed, calibrated to my diet, and my energy levels have improved dramatically.

    Stephen W.

  • Mackenzie was the missing piece for me. I had what seemed like mysterious symptoms on/off for years and while I had made progress through some other routes, it always felt like I was still struggling to hold it all together. It is so rare to find someone interested and informed in both Western and Eastern data points and thinking. She is well versed in both and I felt like she saw me and all my symptoms as a whole and thus was able to give advice that healed me as a whole. Though many will happily chat about how important the gut and microbiome is, I believe Mackenzie has actually developed deep instincts for how to bring the system back to health. After working with her for a few months, I woke up for the first time in years feeling normal again.

    Felicia E.

  • For four years I have suffered from gut issues (chronic constipation and a disrupted microbiome) that have been debilitating. I tried one more avenue to healing, Dr. Mackenzie Hall. Finally, I received real help. My gut issues have improved to the point that almost all days, I feel great. And I continue improving. Basically, I have my life back. What a gift.

    Bea H.

  • I have worked with Dr. Mackenzie in San Francisco for acupuncture for a few years and now remotely for energy healing. She has an incredible gift of healing and compassion for her clients. I recommend her wholeheartedly as I have experienced her talents in helping me, firsthand.

    Jean H.

  • Mackenzie is so much more than an Acupuncturist and Doctor of Chinese Medicine. I have been a patient of Chinese Medicine off and on for about 15 years and the session I had with Mackenzie was next level. She seemed to be clairvoyant...really listening to and perceiving all the signs and signals from my body and psyche...the things she knew and discovered about me were validating hunches and feelings I've had for years. She seemed to know things immediately that provided so much clarity as I move into my next level of healing, integration, and planning for how I want to live the next decade of my life.

    REBECCA L.

  • Mackenzie is a graceful powerhouse. She helped me out of acute back spasm and ushered in my much needed deep healing. Her work is intuitive and quite astonishing.

    MATT C.

  • Mackenzie is a gifted and intuitive guide in the healing arts. Her awareness is expansive allowing for dynamic and subtle treatments. Her work empowers the body to tap into its own innate ability to restore balance and health. And, of equal importance, her understanding of complex chronic conditions and emphatic nature makes her a compassionate ally for her patients.

    ERIN B.

  • I struggled with gut and hormonal issues on and off for years. I tried so many things to heal including multiple different kinds of doctors. It wasn't until I started working with Dr. Hall and committed to her guidance on how to detoxify and nourish myself fully that I actually started to feel better. After 3 months, I feel like a different person. I have energy for my life again and food is no longer scary. I'm glad to have found someone who approaches healing in the way Dr. Hall does.

    Casey B.

  • When I got on Mackenzie’s table, she starting using moxa on my low back, and explaining what she was doing, slowing putting in needles to allow my energy to flow more freely where it had been stagnant — particularly around my back where I had an injury. Once she placed all the needles and left me, I started feeling waves of deep relaxation and even joy. I was riding that perfect line between wake and sleep and felt so, so incredible! She knew just what to do and explained as much as I could ask for.

    PETER W.

  • Receiving any diagnostic, treatment or consultative guidance from Dr. Hall is immediately quantum in its effects: obstacles that have plagued me for decades started to suddenly dissolve. My vision for what is possible for the human body has transformed. The precision of Dr. Hall’s mastery allows my body to feel safe to release. I am beyond Grateful to Dr. Hall for how her work has altered the course of my life.

    OKEANI K.

FAQ

    • You haven’t found a treatment plan that fully resonates or the clarity that you need to understand your symptoms.

    • Your symptoms haven’t improved much by treatments suggested by other medical professionals.

    • You yearn to understand what’s actually going on in your body.

    • You’re interested in an integrated medical perspective and a holistic treatment plan that combines dietary, supplemental or herbal medicine, and emotional health.

    • You crave self-empowering tools to further incorporate detoxification and health boosting practices into daily life.

    • You want greater clarity on any implications of recent Western or Functional lab tests.

    • You’re looking for reliable health testing options that can help you get to the bottom of your symptoms.

    • You’re ready to make changes that help you reclaim your health.

    • Areas of specialty include: chronic pain, inflammatory diseases, digestive and gut disorders, chronic infections (parasites, mold, Lyme & co-infections, bacteria, viruses), heavy metal toxicity, nervous system disorders, autoimmune diseases, thyroid disorders, sleep disorders, trauma, and hormonal imbalances. 

    • Other symptoms that are interrupting daily life: low energy, bloating/gas, indigestion, achy joints, foul breath, food sensitivities, depression or anxiety, irritability, constipation or loose stools, disturbed sleep, excessive urination, unexplained pain, unexplained weight gain, chronic dental issues, skin issues, and other “mystery” like symptoms.

    • Entails in-depth evaluation of nutrient levels, hormones, gut health, inflammatory markers, environmental toxins, and other factors that aren't typically measured in standard medical testing.

    • Helps detect early signs of potential health issues before they develop into more serious problems.

    • Creates a detailed picture of how your various bodily systems are functioning and interacting.

    • Offers a person-centered approach to healthcare that focuses on identifying and getting to the underlying cause(s) of illness rather than focusing on symptoms. 

    • Informs more targeted treatment plans to meet the uniqueness of personal needs and biochemical makeup.

    • Prioritizes personalization and integration, taking into account all aspects of a person’s health history—ancestry, constitution, lab work, life circumstance, and mental-emotional wellbeing. 

    • Dr. Hall offers perspectives from both Functional and Eastern Medicine systems of thinking in order to provide more integrative solutions. 

    • Gives key insights on cellular health whilst empowering a deeper understanding of the body in terms energy, channels, and holding patterns. 

    • Solutions address the whole body as a dynamic, interconnected system, to support long-term healing and balance. 

    • Ensures that each patient receives a comprehensive, individualized plan that nurtures the physical, energetic, and psycho-emotional aspects of health, leading to sustainability.

    • Dr. Hall works closely with clients to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans as needed, and ensure that you’re supported throughout the whole journey to better health.

    • Offers access to and analysis of a wide range of top Functional health tests, based on client needs.

    • Offers extensive guidance, literature, and support on microbiome and cellular detoxification practices.

    • Dr. Hall cares deeply about empowering clients to understand their biodata and health conditions clearly with an informed approach to any protocol or treatment plan prescribed. 

    • No! Functional health testing is an option made available to clients on an as-needed basis. This service is primarily recommended to those wanting to get to the bottom of chronic symptoms or who want to work proactively/preventatively with their health. There are ways to address health concerns that do not involve Functional health testing, all of which can be explored through an initial consultation.

    • Classical Chinese Medicine offers a more nuanced understanding of disease and how to address chronic, latent, and recurrent illnesses.

    • Offers a foundational shift in the way we think about preventative medicine as well as how to effectively intervene at different stages of disease. 

    • Understands the body as a channel system, acting like a preservation system that is never working against the individual.

    • Informs how the body is engaging in the process of latency, by which the body stores pathology in denser places of the body (bones, joints, glands, muscles, teeth etc.) to keep pathogens from the organs themselves, which can present as myriad chronic health symptoms.

    • Invaluable in understanding the nature of chronic symptomatology and the body’s natural capacity to heal. 

    • Understands that every person has unique physiological and psychological patterns and therefore requires unique methodology in ushering pathology out of the body and resolving dis-ease. 

    • Treatment plans are inspired with the intention of helping people build healthier choices and therefore patterns, which in turn create lasting wellness.

    • The mentality of Classical Chinese Medicine instills trust over fear, illuminating the innate gnosis of the body and its inclination towards life.

    • Understands that what we consume, are exposed to, and repress doesn’t just go away; the body is constantly managing external and internal influences to preserve itself.

    • Aaro Wellness clients have access to over 30 laboratory companies and 3,500 different lab tests.

    • Aaro clients have access to most labs at practitioner-wholesale pricing.

    • The cost of Functional health tests can vary significantly depending on the type of test, the laboratory or company offering it, and the specific health parameters being assessed, typically ranging anywhere from $30 - $600.

    • The time it takes to see results can vary depending on several factors, including the nature of the condition being addressed, the treatment plan, and how your body responds to the interventions. 

    • For many individuals, improvements can begin to be noticed within a few weeks to a couple of months, especially with consistent lifestyle changes, dietary adjustments, or targeted supplementation.

    • Chronic conditions often take longer to address; healing and restoration of balance can be a gradual process, and results may be seen in stages. 

    • Some improvements, such as increased energy or reduced symptoms, may occur first, while more significant, long-term changes may take several months.

    • Dr. Hall works closely with clients to monitor progress, adjust the treatment plan as needed, and ensure that you’re supported throughout your journey to better health.

    • Patience and consistency are key; Dr. Hall makes sure that clients receive the guidance they need every step of the way. 

    • Frequency of testing is determined on a case-by-case basis or as needed.

    • It’s generally supportive to repeat testing if you're managing a chronic condition or long-term health concern (e.g., autoimmune disorders, hormonal imbalances, or digestive issues) or if you've made significant changes in diet or supplementation to track outcomes.

    • You do not need to discontinue your current medications or treatments. 

    • Aaro Wellness takes an integrative approach, valuing methods that resonate with the client or that provide additional support. 

    • Functional and Eastern medicine complements conventional treatments, and Dr. Hall does not advise stopping medications without consulting your primary care provider. 

    • Dr. Hall works collaboratively to integrate alternative treatments where appropriate.

    • Clients are encouraged to share all relevant lab work (Western, Functional, and Naturopathic) to support a fully informed diagnosis and treatment plan.

    • Dr. Hall recognizes that emotional health is intricately connected to physical wellbeing.

    • Aaro Wellness takes a comprehensive approach that explores the psycho-emotional foundations of disease, including unresolved trauma, chronic stress, and limiting beliefs, which may be impacting overall health.

    • Clients are supported in addressing psycho-emotional blockages only if this approach resonates with them.

    • Many clients find great value in exploring these underlying factors.

    • Treatment plans typically include stress management practices, sleep optimization techniques, and herbal or supplemental support the nervous system and enhance mental-emotional wellbeing.

    • Aaro Wellness does not accept insurance at this time, but is happy to provide you with a superbill at your request.

    • Some patients are successfully able to submit the superbill to their insurance providers for reimbursement, depending on their plan.

    • Receive a full refund for cancellations made 48 hours prior to appointment time; Aaro does not excuse cancellations made within 48 hours of appointment time.

    • Aaro Wellness does not turn people away if they cannot pay in full for sessions.

    • Payment plans for Aaro sessions are available on an ongoing basis for anyone to whom it's supportive.

Have your health, today.