Integrative Medicine at the Intersection of Eastern and Western Healthcare

Functional medicine, acupuncture, chiropractic care, and traditional Chinese medicine — delivered by a doctoral-level clinician and healthcare educator.

Dr. Walter “Atom” Homberg, DC, DAIM, LAc

Walter Atom Homberg, DC · DAIM · LAc · AFMCP Doctor of Chiropractic (2026) · Doctor of Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine, summa cum laude (2023) · Licensed Acupuncturist, California #19436 · Applied Functional Medicine in Clinical Practice (IFM/AFMCP) · Adjunct Faculty, Saint Mary's College of California, Contra Costa College & Oikos University

Philosophy / Approach

Instead of chasing symptoms, I focus on identifying which physiological systems need support — and helping the body rebuild from there.

I often begin by addressing:

  • Gut health & intestinal barrier function

  • Nervous system regulation

  • Stress resilience

  • Sleep quality

  • Nutrition

  • Movement & biomechanics

  • Inflammation

Once these foundations are supported, I integrate acupuncture, chiropractic care, functional medicine, and personalized lifestyle strategies to restore healthy function — not just manage symptoms.

When it adds clarity, I use functional laboratory testing to better understand a patient's unique physiology and tailor treatment accordingly.

My goal: help patients understand their own bodies, remove the obstacles to healing, and build sustainable habits that support health for life.

Questions?

Treatment Modalities

Functional Medicine
Chiropractic
Exercise Prescription
Functional Lab Testing
Cupping
Acupuncture
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Nutrition & Lifestyle Medicine
Prescription Supplementation & Formulas
Gua Sha/Scraping