The Atang - Acupuncture & Hilot

"I've been seeing Lakan for support with post-shoulder surgery pain, tendonitis, and overall health recovery -- but what I've received has gone far beyond treatment. Lakan is not just a skilled practitioner of hilot, acupuncture, and Chinese medicine; he is a healer, a coach, and a partner in your health journey. From the very beginning, I felt safe, seen, and supported. Lakan creates an inclusive and welcoming space for people from all walks of life, and his approach is deeply holistic -- he doesn't just address symptoms, but seeks to understand and heal the root causes. He listens with intention, speaks with care, and treats the whole person. What also stands out is his willingness to collaborate. If something is outside his scope, Lakan is quick to recommend trusted practitioners with specialized knowledge -- which speaks volumes about his integrity and dedication to patient care. It's rare to find someone so invested in your well-being. I'm grateful to have found The Atang and Lakan, and I highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for compassionate, inclusive, and effective healing."

"I have had chronic pain my whole life and by far and away the most effective treatment I've ever received for it has been through Lakan. He is extremely knowledgable, observant, patient-centric, and willing to keep searching for the right treatment for someone depending on their changing needs, because as human beings our bodies change all the time! I've been working with Lakan for almost two years now and have achieved a quality of life that I formerly did not know was possible."

"Lakan was instrumental in getting me through my recent top surgery and masculinizing abdominoplasty. He wasn't just my acupuncturist, he was my coach and teammate: he made sure I had the right medical supplies, supplements, care team, nutrients, food, financial budget, etc. He took care of me in every possible way. I had extremely minimal post-op pain, almost no bruising, my scars are flat and light, there has been no infection or other complication. I also had no migraines (of which I am a chronic sufferer). Lakan is almost entirely responsible for this and I am so grateful for his assistance, time, expertise, and wisdom. He is a very accomplished provider and an overall wonderful person. I would recommend him to absolutely anyone in need of acupuncture, especially those looking for gender-affirming care. Best in the business."

"Lakan is the real deal. Look no further. Going through a transition of some sort? Needing a healer to have the capacity to hold all the parts of you that are needed - that's him. After only a few sessions, I have had some changes that have been needed. You just need to be open to this type of holistic health and care he offers. Also, parking has been simple so far, too, considering I'm driving from outside the city."

"Working with Lakan at The Atang has truly transformed my life. Through Lakan's guidance in Qi-gong, I've gained invaluable self-regulating skills that continue to center and soothe my nervous system even two years later. His bodywork has been instrumental in helping me address trauma that talk therapy alone couldn't reach. Thanks to Lakan, I feel equipped to face whatever challenges come my way."

"Working with Lakan has changed my life. I've been seeing him for acupuncture, bodywork, and Chinese herbs for several years now for all sorts of conditions - including managing chronic pain, pre-op and post-op care for gender affirming surgeries, and care for acute/sudden health stuff, like helping me address foot pain, heal a scalded hand, treat injuries from a nasty fall down the stairs, &, recently, helping me with an ear infection (more below). Lakan's SUPER knowledgable, extremely caring, and very professional. I can't recommend him more. My health is forever changed from his care and medicine. To give an example from just this month - I've had an on and off again ear infection for most of 2023 that keeps coming back, even when I take antibiotics. I went to see Lakan in early Feb when things had gotten REALLY bad and urgicare couldn't help me. When I arrived, I could barely hear out of my left ear (it was swollen shut!), and I had debilitating jaw pain that was destroying my sleep. After a consult, Lakan gave me an acupuncture treatment that immediately brought relief, dramatically dropping the pain. Lakan then prescribed me herbs to help deal with the root cause of the problem and ensure that it won't keep coming back. After dealin with this problem for so long, it was shocking to be almost back to normal after just a few days. (Though I'll continue the herbs as prescribed so I *keep* feeling good.) Book with him asap. You won't regret it."

"I went to Lakan for accupunture and I had such an amazing experience. He made me feel extremely comfortable and his explanation to my many questions were really helpful. The sessions themselves were so great, I had a lot of pms symptoms and excessive bleeding during menstruation, the volume literally halved and I had very little pms symptoms. This was almost immediate. Lakan also takes personal interest in trying to help overall, suggested dietary changes that could help and other suggestions to help with the symptoms I had. Extremely dedicated and knowledgeable. I'm so grateful this exists!"

"Highly recommend! Jamee brought an end to my hot flashes that lasted a year following my hysterectomy. He also helped to treat my congestion with herbs. I've done Qi Gong in cooperation with Bata classes and for chest health--an area of dysphoria and postural tension--in preparation for top surgery. When healthcare often sucks for Queer folx it's fortunate we have someone like Jamee for our care here in Baltimore. More than fortunate, actually; a Queer blessing."