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Meet the Team
Marisa Puente, DACM, L.Ac.
Marisa Puente, Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine is a licensed acupuncturist, clinical herbalist, yoga instructor, and the owner of Radiant Wellness Acupuncture. With over 10 years of professional experience in the wellness space, she is dedicated to providing holistic care that empowers her patients to achieve optimal optimal health, balance, and vitality.
Dr. Puente began her journey in health and wellness studying kinesiology at San Diego State University. Her passion for movement and mindfulness led her to complete a 200-hour yoga certification in 2012, followed by advanced training in Yoga Tune Up®. These experiences laid the foundation for her integrative approach to patient care.
Specializing in orthopedic acupuncture, women’s health, and cosmetic acupuncture, Dr. Puente blends the blends the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, evidence-based techniques to deliver exceptional results.
She has had the privilege of treating patients in diverse settings, including UC San Diego’s Integrative Clinic and the Recreation, Intramural, and Athletic Complex (RIMAC), where she worked with student-athletes to optimize performance and recovery.
During her doctoral training, Dr. Puente gained invaluable experience working with Navy SEALs, focusing on stretch therapy, injury prevention, and performance enhancement. This unique background informs her comprehensive approach to addressing the needs of active individuals and those recovering from injuries.
At Radiant Wellness Acupuncture, Dr. Puente offers personalized treatments that relieve pain, balance hormones, support emotional well-being, and enhance natural beauty through cosmetic acupuncture and microneedling. Her mission is simple: to help every patient feel radiant, strong, and and empowered so they can live life fully and well.
