Welcome to Health Connect Shen

Our clients are literally from the full spectrum of the life span. We see babies through to the wise elders of the community. They visit us for a variety of reasons and our professional and highly experienced practitioners like to support you with anything you have that you want to change.

The primary purpose of Health Connect Shen is to offer a diverse range of solutions, while continuing to deliver high quality support for all our clients. Health Connect Shen is currently able to offer Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Herbal Medicine, Yoga, Qi Gong and massage therapy, which supports Dr Nicola to provide you with a tailored treatment plan to help you to achieve optimum health and wellbeing for the long term.

In the future Health Connect Shen will evolve to include Health and Wellness Retreats at Gravelly Beach on the Tamar River, and larger international retreats which will follow Dr Nicola’s vision of supporting you.

Meet Our Team

Dr Nicola Macdonald (Chinese Medicine)

Dr Nicola has specialist interest and extensive experience in women’s health and fertility as well as pain management and has adopted a general practice approach to delivering Traditional Chinese Medicine. Being based in a rural location recently has meant being purpose fit to the community because we see people from all walks of life with all range of health concerns and wellbeing goals that they seek our assistance with.

With 22 years of clinical experience and a reliable reputation, Dr Nicola knows her clients regularly choose Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dr Nicola has always been able to build trust with her local communities and visitors alike.

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Health ConnectShen welcomes Natalie Westwood

Natalie Westwood

Natalie is a qualified and AHPRA REGISTERED Acupuncturist and Chinese Herbalist with over 20 years of experience. She began her practice in the UK before moving to Western Australia and now calls Tasmania home. Throughout her career, she has worked in general Chinese medicine practice, frequently treating women’s health issues, musculoskeletal conditions, skin concerns, and overall wellbeing.

She also practices several styles of acupuncture, including Tung acupuncture, allowing her to tailor treatments to each individual's needs for optimal results.

In addition to her acupuncture and herbal expertise, Natalie has led remedial Qi Gong classes for many years. She can incorporate simple yet powerful movements into treatments to support the body’s ability to open, release, and strengthen.

We’re also thrilled to announce that Natalie will be joining Health ConnectShen as a permanent team member from April 3, 2025, and will be available for appointments every Monday. Later in the year, she plans to add an additional day to her schedule.

She is very much looking forward to meeting you!

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