Who We Are

Aster Chinese Medicine is a renowned acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine clinic. We use natural and traditional methods to improve each patient’s quality of life. Such techniques are extremely beneficial to keeping people away from illnesses and taking their health to the optimum level.

We believe in the principle of “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That is why we focus on preventive health care to help you feel better. By addressing early signs and symptoms of diseases, we can help you improve immunity and reduce your chances of developing more serious health problems.

Dr. Tess Chang is a AHPRA registered practitioner of Chinese Medicine, Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist and a member of FCMA and CMASA.

Tess has an exceptional and solid foundation in Chinese Herbal Medicine and Acupuncture acquired through study and practice in Shanghai China and Melbourne Australia.

She graduated from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and she also has a double degree in Bachelor of health science/applied science of Traditional Chinese Medicine at RMIT University. In addition to over 8 years of study, Tess has over 8 years of clinical experience at Clinics and Hospitals in China and Australia.

She is a compassionate and caring practitioner who gets to the source of a health problem. Moreover, she has lots of experience in pain management, mental support and respiratory issues. Her special interest in supporting women’s health from fertility, IVF support, Menopausal syndrome, PCOS, Endometriosis, to digestive disorders, and autoimmune disease management.

Aster Chinese Medicine is an Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine clinic located in Toorak and Whittlesea, Melbourne. “Aster” is a star-shaped flower and it is also a type of Chinese herbal medicine called “Zi Wan”. Aster represents love, faith, and wisdom.

We care about our patients like our family members. Love is a powerful medicine, and we believe that happiness can bring good energy to our health. Our body is an intelligent organism with an incredible healing system. Its self-protection mechanism prevents the human body from further damaging itself.

We believe in the principle of “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”.

Our goal is to provide good quality healthcare and help people to reach their optimum health. We aim to improve your quality of life and keep you away from illness through Chinese medicine and therapies. We provide a range of therapies, including acupuncture, cupping, scraping, moxibustion, herbal medicine, and dietary suggestions, to help people restore their health.

At Aster Chinese Medicine, we are committed to providing good care for you, the community, and the local area, as well as doing our best to maintain your long term health.

Our clinic provides treatments based on the teachings of Traditional Chinese Medicine, an age-old system of medication that harmonises the body’s energy system to promote health and well-being. We offer a comprehensive range of therapies, including the following:

Our team of experienced practitioners understands the importance of personalised care. This is why we look closely at your condition and ensure that you receive well-suited treatments based on the findings. We believe that our patients deserve the best possible care, and we are dedicated to providing it.

Aster Chinese Medicine is the perfect option if you are looking for a clinic that offers top-quality acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) services. We offer various TCM therapies designed to effectively help you regain your health and live a better life.  You can book in advance with our convenient appointment system that allows you to visit our clinic anytime. We typically cater to clients from the inner suburbs of Melbourne, namely, Toorak, Whittlesea, Kew, Richmond, Hawthorn, St Kilda, Malvern and South Melbourne. For more details, please contact us through email at astertcm@gmail.com or call us on 0458 186 888.