About Bloom Acupuncture & Fertility: Fertility specialists in San Diego CA
Our founder Dr. Tamara Roe has been helping patients successfully grow their families since 2004. Bloom Acupuncture & Fertility is a compassionate and inclusive San Diego clinic specialising in integrative reproductive and functional medicine, including fertility, IVF, pregnancy, and women’s wellness care. It’s our honor to support you holistically on your path to parenthood.
Combining the best of Eastern and Western medical practices
Our fertility specialists blend acupuncture and Eastern medicine with integrative Western medicine to create a personalized treatment plan for you. Because when you’re struggling to conceive, you need and deserve healthcare that sees you as a whole person — not just a diagnosis.
Helping 1,000s of people become parents since 2004
In our 20+ years of practice, we’ve seen it all — and we’ve helped people have healthy babies in even the most unlikely of cases.
We can help you if you:
Are facing frustration and heartbreak after months or years of trying unsuccessfully to have a baby.
Are navigating fertility treatments such as IVF and IUI and want holistic support to increase your success rate.
Feel unheard by doctors or fed up with advice from well-meaning family members — you need a compassionate practitioner who truly listens and supports your journey.
Understand the importance of holistic, whole-body care that addresses physical health, emotions, and lifestyle.
Want gentle yet effective support from conception all the way through to birth and postpartum recovery.
Want the security of research-based treatment methods that are proven to significantly increase fertility.
Our Values
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Compassionate care
We deeply understand the difficult road you’re travelling. Compassion guides every interaction at Bloom Acupuncture & Fertility, ensuring you feel seen, heard, and supported throughout your treatment here.
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Empowered choices
Knowledge is power when it comes to your fertility. We educate you about your body and health, giving you the tools and knowledge to make informed decisions and take an active role in your fertility journey.
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Integrity and evidence-based medicine
We prioritize transparent, evidence-based approaches and honest communication. We combine Eastern and Western approaches to deliver treatments rooted in science and trust.
Meet Bloom Acupuncture & Fertility’s founder: Dr. Tamara Roe
Working as a fertility specialist is so much more than just a job for me — it’s my life’s calling.
While studying East Asian medicine and acupuncture in graduate school, I was immediately drawn to fertility and reproductive medicine. The journey into parenthood is deeply personal to me, and I am passionate about supporting individuals and couples in creating the families they dream of.
I’d always wanted to become a mother and when I gave birth to my own son at 37, it was the single most transformative experience of my life. Being a mom is what I am most grateful for in my own life, and helping others have healthy babies is much more than a job to me. I am 100% invested in your success.
Dr. Tamara Roe’s 20+ years of qualifications and experience
Licensed acupuncturist since 2004 (California Board Licensed — CA10012)
Founded Bloom Acupuncture & Fertility in 2018
Doctorate of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (DAcHM) from Five Branches University, 2025
Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (MSTOM) from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, 2004
Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (FABORM) since 2015
Member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM)
Has worked closely with leading San Diego fertility specialists, reproductive endocrinologists and embryologists since 2004, including Reproductive Partners, San Diego Fertility Center, Fertility Specialists Medical Group, Gen 5 and Pearl Mini IVF
Infertility is increasing — and holistic East-West medicine is proven to help
If you’re struggling to get pregnant, you’re not alone. Roughly one in six people worldwide are now affected by infertility, according to the World Health Organization. Here in the US, the number of babies born via Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART), which includes IVF, increased by almost 50% from 2012 to 2021.
This area of medicine is rapidly growing in need — and research shows that a combination of both Eastern and Western medicine approaches can improve fertility outcomes.
This synergy lies at the core of our Bloom Acupuncture & Fertility ethos: we’re here to give you the best of both worlds, blending the beauty and holistic model of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the precision, diagnostic tools, and evidence-based data of Western medicine.
We’re constantly inspired by the innate intelligence and healing potential of the human body — let’s unlock this for you and your family with our evidence-based holistic approach.
Acupuncture for fertility
IVF support
Pregnancy & birth
Post-partum support
Functional medicine
Acupuncture for fertility IVF support Pregnancy & birth Post-partum support Functional medicine
Our fertility specialist San Diego team
Dr. Tamara Roe
Doctor of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (DAcHM), Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (FABORM), and Licenced Acupuncturist (L.Ac)
Dr. Tamara Roe, DAcHM, L.Ac., FABORM, has devoted her career to the art and science of helping patients become parents. Since 2004, her work has been centered on fertility, with a singular focus on supporting conception, pregnancy, and the creation of healthy families through an integrative, deeply personalized approach.
Her commitment to excellence led her to pursue a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine and to become a Fellow of the Acupuncture and TCM Board of Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), a distinction held by practitioners at the forefront of reproductive acupuncture. She works in close collaboration with leading reproductive endocrinologists in San Diego and has supported hundreds of IVF and embryo transfer cycles.
Dr. Tamara’s approach is both grounded in the wisdom of traditional East Asian medicine and informed by modern advancements in reproductive science. She thoughtfully integrates acupuncture, herbal medicine, functional medicine, and targeted nutrition to optimize fertility outcomes while honoring the complexity of each patient’s journey.
Known for her compassionate, relationship-centered approach, Dr. Tamara walks alongside her patients throughout their fertility journey—offering steady guidance, thoughtful care, and a deeply personalized experience. She is committed to cultivating meaningful connections with each patient, creating a space where they feel truly seen, supported, and cared for every step of the way.
Outside of the clinic, she finds inspiration in nature—spending time at the beach and local parks with her son and dogs, and traveling whenever possible.
Dr. Allison Young
Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) and Licenced Acupuncturist (L.Ac)
Dr. Allison Young is a board-certified acupuncturist and clinical herbalist specializing in integrative fertility and women’s health. She holds a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine and a degree in Biological Psychology, with advanced training in the complex interplay of endocrine, metabolic, and reproductive systems, alongside a deep understanding of energetic and mind-body dynamics.
She has clinical experience supporting women across the lifespan, from early neurodevelopmental intervention to chronic illness and hospice care. This breadth of experience informs her nuanced, systems-based approach to women’s reproductive, hormonal, and whole-body health.
Dr. Allison integrates Traditional Chinese Medicine within a functional, evidence-informed framework. With expertise in interpreting Western labs and clinical fertility protocols, she blends this knowledge with the holistic and innate wisdom of traditional medicine, applying a root-cause methodology to optimize physiological function, enhance fertility outcomes, and support long-term vitality.
Known for her precision, intuition, and depth of care, she is dedicated to delivering a highly personalized, elevated patient experience where each individual feels deeply understood, supported, and expertly guided throughout their journey to motherhood and beyond.
Shantal Minoso
Master of Science in Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization and Licenced Acupuncturist (L.Ac)
Shantal Minoso is a board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist with a Master of Science in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine (MSAcCHM) from Pacific College of Health and Science. She brings a unique and comprehensive background that blends Traditional Chinese Medicine with functional medicine, creating individualized treatment plans that address the root causes of imbalance while supporting the whole person—body, mind, and spirit.
With extensive training in acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutritional counseling, and both Eastern and biomedical diagnostic frameworks, Shantal has developed a strong foundation in lab interpretation, hormone health, metabolism, and gut function. Her clinical focus includes women’s health, fertility, perinatal and postpartum care, perimenopause, thyroid disorders, digestive health, and stress-related conditions.
During her clinical training, she deepened her functional medicine skills through hands-on experience with hormone panel assessments, blood lab analysis, and individualized supplement and nutrition strategies.
Her passion lies in offering medicine that is both evidence-based and heart-centered. She integrates her scientific training—grounded in a Bachelor of Science in Biobehavioral Health from Penn State University—with a deep respect for traditional healing modalities. Fluent in conversational Spanish and experienced in working with families, Shantal brings warmth, empathy, and cultural sensitivity to her care.
Let’s work together to help you get pregnant and stay pregnant
Whether you’ve been trying to conceive for just a few months or have struggled for several years, we can help. Our fertility specialists treat you as a whole person — mind, body, and spirit — to address any underlying imbalances preventing conception while increasing your fertility holistically.