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Health Connect Shen is the place where you'll find a range of health and wellbeing solutions including Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Oriental Alchemy Herbal Apothecary,Massage, Yoga, Qigong and Retreats.

With some new faces joining our Health Connect Shen community, I thought it was time to properly introduce myself again....
18/10/2026

With some new faces joining our Health Connect Shen community, I thought it was time to properly introduce myself again. 🤍

I’m Dr Nicky Macdonald, Director, Owner and Clinical Lead at Health Connect Shen.

I’ve been practising Chinese medicine since 2000, and over the past 26 years my work has included acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, private practice, teaching and clinical supervision.

I’m registered with the Chinese Medicine Board of Australia through Ahpra in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine and Chinese Herbal Dispensing.

My formal training began at the Sydney Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine, followed by a six-month clinical internship at the First Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China. I later completed a Master of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the University of Western Sydney.

Over the years, I’ve developed particular clinical interests in:

🌿 Women’s health
🌿 Fertility & IVF support
🌿 Pregnancy & postpartum care
🌿 Menopause
🌿 Pain management
🌿 Stress & emotional wellbeing
🌿 Chinese herbal medicine
🌿 Integrative healthcare

One of the things I value most about Chinese medicine is the opportunity to look at the whole person, rather than simply focusing on one symptom.

Whether you’ve been visiting me for years or you’re completely new to Health Connect Shen, I’m grateful to have the opportunity to support you.

📍 Health Connect Shen
Office 4 & 5, Tailrace House
1 Waterfront Drive, Riverside TAS 7250
📞 0493 260 261

If we haven’t met yet, come and say hello. 🌿

The weekend is here, so perhaps it’s a good time to slow down, make a cup of tea and take a few quiet minutes for yourse...
16/10/2026

The weekend is here, so perhaps it’s a good time to slow down, make a cup of tea and take a few quiet minutes for yourself. ☕️

If you feel like a little reading, we have a collection of free resources on the Health Connect Shen website, created to help you learn more about your health and wellbeing.

From Chinese medicine and acupuncture to practical guides you can explore at home, there’s something to browse through at your own pace.

🌿 Take a look at our free resources this weekend:
Health Connect Shen Resources - link in our bio or click here https://healthconnectshen.com.au/resources/

No rush. Just a little weekend curiosity. 🤍

What are you enjoying this weekend?

With Google, social media and AI making it easier than ever to search for health practitioners, it can be tempting to si...
15/10/2026

With Google, social media and AI making it easier than ever to search for health practitioners, it can be tempting to simply choose the first result that comes up.

But “best” doesn’t always mean the most reviews or the highest search result.
When choosing a Chinese medicine practitioner, it’s worth looking at things like:

🌿 Professional registration
🌿 Qualifications and training
🌿 Clinical experience
🌿 Areas of practice
🌿 Whether their approach is suited to your individual needs

AI can be a useful starting point, but it shouldn’t make the decision for you.
We’ve explored what to look for when choosing a Chinese medicine practitioner and how to use AI wisely when researching your options.

👉 Read the full blog on our website: “How Do You Find the Best Chinese Medicine Practitioner? A Guide in the Age of AI”

Educational information only.

Are you new to Health Connect Shen?Did you know we offer a range of consultation options and packages to support differe...
15/10/2026

Are you new to Health Connect Shen?

Did you know we offer a range of consultation options and packages to support different health needs?

Whether you’re looking for support with general wellbeing, women’s health, fertility, hormonal health, digestion, stress, sleep or other concerns, we have different options available to help you find the right place to start.

🌿 Explore our consultation packages on our website, or come and visit us at the clinic if you’d prefer to have a chat in person.

📍 Office 4 & 5, Tailrace House
1 Waterfront Drive, Riverside TAS 7250
📞 0493 260 261

👉 Visit our website to explore our consultations and packages. Link in bio or click here https://healthconnectshen.com.au/shop/

Hello, I’m Bai Jie Zi - white mustard seed. I may be small and pale, but once crushed and moistened my warming pungency ...
13/10/2026

Hello, I’m Bai Jie Zi - white mustard seed. I may be small and pale, but once crushed and moistened my warming pungency quickly makes itself known. In Chinese medicine I am traditionally used to warm the Lung, transform cold phlegm and move what has become congealed or painful.

That heat is also my warning: mustard plasters can irritate, blister and even burn the skin when used incorrectly. I am a medicinal seed to respect, not a home remedy to improvise.

Do you associate mustard more with the kitchen or the herbal dispensary?

Educational information only. Bai Jie Zi should be correctly identified, prepared and prescribed by a suitably qualified practitioner; do not make a home mustard plaster.


Free 10-Week Qi Gong Course in George Town!Natalie is pleased to be offering a 10-week Qi Gong course as part of Healthy...
08/10/2026

Free 10-Week Qi Gong Course in George Town!

Natalie is pleased to be offering a 10-week Qi Gong course as part of Healthy George Town, held at the Graham Fairless Centre.

Qi Gong is an ancient Chinese health cultivation practice combining gentle movement, breathing techniques and meditation to support health and wellbeing in the mind, body and spirit.

The sessions will feature slow and gentle movements with a health-supporting focus, drawing on Natalie’s Qi Gong experience and Chinese medicine knowledge.

The course is suitable for all ages and abilities. While the class is primarily standing, the movements can also be practised seated.

Course Details
📆 Tuesdays, 13 October – 15 December
⏰ 2:30pm – 3:30pm
📍 Graham Fairless Centre, George Town
💚 Cost: FREE

There is no cost to attend this course or the other courses offered through the Healthy George Town program.

If you’ve been curious about Qi Gong, this is a wonderful opportunity to try a gentle practice, connect with others and take some time to support your wellbeing.

We’d love to see you there. 🌿

Sometimes booking an appointment is simply about giving yourself a little time to pause and reset.If you’ve been thinkin...
08/10/2026

Sometimes booking an appointment is simply about giving yourself a little time to pause and reset.

If you’ve been thinking about trying acupuncture, or it’s been a while since your last session, we’d love to welcome you into the clinic.

Acupuncture can be part of a personalised Traditional Chinese Medicine approach, with each treatment tailored to you and how you’re feeling at the time.

📍 Health Connect Shen
Office 4 & 5, Tailrace House
1 Waterfront Drive, Riverside TAS 7250
📞 Call or message: 0493 260 261

🌿 Visit our website to learn more or schedule your consultation.

Hello, I’m Bai Ji. Above the soil I flower as a graceful purple orchid; below it I hold a pale, mucilaginous rhizome wit...
06/10/2026

Hello, I’m Bai Ji. Above the soil I flower as a graceful purple orchid; below it I hold a pale, mucilaginous rhizome with a long Chinese medicinal history. Traditionally, I am used to restrain bleeding, reduce swelling and help damaged tissue begin to mend.

Researchers are now exploring my polysaccharides in wound-healing and haemostatic biomaterials - a fascinating modern chapter, but not an invitation to treat serious bleeding or wounds at home.

Did you know that this medicine came from an orchid?

Educational information only. Bleeding and significant wounds require appropriate medical assessment, and Bai Ji should be prescribed by a suitably qualified practitioner.


If you’ve ever searched online for “the best Chinese medicine practitioner near me”, you’re certainly not alone.But how ...
04/10/2026

If you’ve ever searched online for “the best Chinese medicine practitioner near me”, you’re certainly not alone.

But how do you actually decide who is right for you?

Reviews and search rankings can be useful starting points, but there are other things worth considering too, including professional registration, qualifications, clinical experience and the practitioner’s areas of focus.

Most importantly, the “best” practitioner isn’t necessarily the one with the most reviews or the biggest online presence. It’s the practitioner whose experience, approach and qualifications are suited to your individual needs.

We’ve put together a guide to help you navigate some of the things to look for when choosing a Chinese medicine practitioner, including how to use Google and AI tools as part of your research.

🌿 Read the full blog on our website: “How to Choose the Best Chinese Medicine
Practitioner for You” https://healthconnectshen.com.au/how-do-you-find-the-best-chinese-medicine-practitioner-a-guide-in-the-age-of-ai/

Educational information only.

The week is coming to an end… take a moment to slow down. 🤍Before jumping into the weekend, ask yourself:✨ What do I nee...
01/10/2026

The week is coming to an end… take a moment to slow down. 🤍

Before jumping into the weekend, ask yourself:

✨ What do I need more of this weekend?
✨ What would help me feel rested and refreshed?

Maybe it’s a quiet morning, time outdoors, a nourishing meal, connecting with loved ones, or simply giving yourself permission to pause.

Whatever your weekend looks like, we hope you find a little time to unwind and reconnect with yourself. 🌿

What are your plans for the weekend?

Address

Tailrace House Offices 4&5, 1 Waterfront Drive, Riverside
Launceston, TAS
7250.

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+61493260261

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