What it means to work with a FABORM certified Fertility Acupuncturist
If you've come across the FABORM credential and wondered what it means for your care, this page is for you.
What is FABORM?
FABORM stands for Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine the highest credential available in the field of integrative fertility and reproductive acupuncture and Chinese Medicine. It is earned through rigorous examination covering both Eastern and Western reproductive medicine, and held by a small number of practitioners worldwide.
For patients navigating fertility challenges, hormonal conditions, or assisted reproductive technology (ART), working with a FABORM-certified practitioner means your acupuncturist has extensive knowledge in reproductive endocrinology, menstrual cycle physiology, hormones, IUI and IVF protocols, fertility medications, and Chinese medicine's role within modern fertility care, including complex pathologies such as endometriosis, PCOS, reproductive immunology, recurrent pregnancy loss, and other conditions that can make the path to parenthood more complicated
Bridging Eastern and Western medicine
One of the most meaningful aspects of the FABORM credential is what it enables in collaborative care. Michelle speaks the language of conventional reproductive medicine : IVF stimulation protocols, trigger shots, progesterone support, endometrial lining, embryo transfer timing, which means she can work alongside your reproductive endocrinologist or OB/GYN as an informed partner, not just an adjunct provider.
Rather than two separate tracks of care running in parallel, Michelle's FABORM training allows Eastern and Western medicine to truly integrate, each approach supporting the other throughout your fertility journey.
What this means for your care
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Natural conception support
Comprehensive cycle optimization using Chinese medicine, herbal therapy, and targeted lifestyle support to support natural conception pathways.
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Hormonal & cycle health
PCOS, endometriosis, luteal phase deficiency, irregular cycles, and other complex hormonal conditions addressed at their root.
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IUI & IVF integration
Acupuncture and herbal protocols timed precisely around your ART cycle, with fluency in the medications and protocols your RE is using.
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Reproductive immunology and recurrent loss
Integrative support for immune related implantation failure, elevated NK cells, autoimmune factors, and the physical and emotional dimensions of recurrent pregnancy loss.
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Male Factor Fertility
Acupuncture and herbal medicine to support sperm quality, motility, and morphology alongside conventional male factor treatment.
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Egg quality & ovarian reserve
Targeted support for diminished ovarian reserve, low AMH, and egg quality optimization through cycle-based Chinese medicine protocols.ion goes here
A note from Michelle
Earning the FABORM credential was deeply meaningful to me, not as a title, but as a commitment to my patients. Fertility journeys are some of the most emotionally and physically demanding experiences a person can go through, and I wanted to show up for that with the deepest possible level of knowledge and preparation.
Whether you're just beginning to explore your options, in the middle of an IVF cycle, or trying to conceive naturally after years of trying, my goal is to be the practitioner who truly understands every layer of what you're navigating and to make that journey feel a little less alone.
Ready to work together?
Michelle sees patients in West Hollywood and Los Angeles and offers integrative fertility acupuncture for all stages of the conception journey: natural, medicated, and ART-assisted.
Our practice is founded and led by Michelle Malloy, a licensed acupuncturist and Chinese Medicine practitioner, and a Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (FABORM) a distinction held by a select group of acupuncturists with advanced training in reproductive endocrinology and integrative fertility care.
Michelle specializes in fertility and women’s health, with a focus on supporting patients through IVF, hormone balance, digestive health, and autoimmune conditions. Her approach combines the depth of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a modern, Integrative functional Medicine understanding of the body.
Each treatment is personalized to your unique health history and goals, ensuring that every session is deeply supportive throughout your fertility journey. We work closely with patients undergoing treatment at fertility clinics throughout Los Angeles to align care with each phase of the IVF process.
Meet the Acupuncturist
Our Clinic in West Hollywood
Our clinic in West Hollywood has a cozy and calm atmosphere designed to put your mind and body at ease. Our patients receive:
A comprehensive consultation to understand your unique health and fertility goals on the first visit
A personalized integrative health treatment plan crafted to meet your health and fertility needs
Guidance on lifestyle and dietary adjustments to enhance the benefits of your holistic fertility journey
Maintenance schedule to maintain the benefits of your fertility support treatment
