Dr Sommala Salasap
Doctor of Medicine and acupuncturist in Paris
Attentive, individualised care grounded in careful listening, clinical assessment and a traditional acupuncture practice.
An attentive, comprehensive medical approach
A Doctor of Medicine trained in acupuncture, Dr Salasap places the clinical interview, examination and understanding of each patient’s individual context at the centre of her approach.
Acupuncture may be proposed as part of medical care, taking into account medical history, current treatment and the patient’s goals.
It does not replace necessary investigations, treatment or medical follow-up. Each indication is assessed individually.
Reasons for consultation
Traditional acupuncture may be considered in certain situations, following medical assessment and as part of an individualised complementary approach.
Pain and discomfort
Certain musculoskeletal pain, headaches or persistent pain, following medical assessment.
Sleep, stress and fatigue
Support for certain functional symptoms associated with sleep, stress or fatigue.
Women’s health
Complementary support for symptoms related to the menstrual cycle, menopause or certain gynaecological care pathways.
Functional symptoms
Certain digestive discomforts or other functional symptoms, depending on the clinical situation.
Supportive care
Complementary support for certain symptoms or adverse effects, in coordination with the relevant medical teams.
Auriculotherapy
When considered appropriate following the consultation and medical assessment.
Indications and contraindications are assessed individually. Acupuncture is not a substitute for urgent medical consultation, diagnosis or prescribed treatment.
Time for listening, assessment and care
Each consultation begins with a medical discussion to understand your situation, medical history, current treatments and expectations.
Medical interview
Review of symptoms, medical history, current treatments and the goals of the consultation.
Assessment and care plan
Clinical examination where necessary, discussion of whether acupuncture is appropriate and explanation of the proposed care.
Treatment and follow-up
Use of sterile, single-use needles, followed by reassessment of progress and, where appropriate, the timing of further sessions.
A medical, university-trained and hospital-based background
Dr Salasap’s background combines medical training, university qualifications in acupuncture and hospital clinical experience.
This combined perspective allows acupuncture to be considered within careful, complementary and individualised medical care.
- Diplôme d’État de docteur en médecineFrench State Diploma of Doctor of Medicine · 2014
- D.I.U. Initiation médicale à l’acupunctureInter-university diploma · 2015
- Capacité d’acupuncture médicaleUniversity qualification · 2017
- D.I.U. Auriculothérapie scientifiqueInter-university diploma · 2020
- Pain Assessment and Treatment CentreSaint-Antoine Hospital · since 2021
Institutional and professional profiles
View Dr Salasap’s professional information on Doctolib and on the official AP-HP and Hôpital Saint-Antoine websites.
Doctolib
Practice presentation, practical information and professional profile.
AP-HP
Dr Sommala Salasap’s professional profile on the Assistance Publique–Hôpitaux de Paris website.
Hôpital Saint-Antoine
Pain medicine consultation at Hôpital Saint-Antoine.
The hospital pain medicine consultation is separate from the consultations offered at the private practice.
Consult in the heart of Paris
The practice welcomes patients by appointment at 23 rue de Richelieu in Paris’s 1st arrondissement.
- Address23 rue de Richelieu, 75001 Paris
- Telephone01 40 15 90 12
- Emailcabinet@drsalasap-acupuncture.com
- AppointmentsBy appointment only
Fees and payment
Clear, up-to-date information to help you prepare for your consultation.
Acupuncture consultation
€120
Payment and reimbursement
Applicable arrangements are provided when booking through Doctolib.
Medical expertise & professional collaborations
Dr Salasap also works with hotels, spas, institutions and wellbeing organisations seeking to develop coherent, responsible programmes informed by a medical perspective.
- Design and review of wellbeing programmes
- Advice on food and healthy lifestyle
- Medical review of content and health claims
- Team training and awareness
- Workshops, talks and professional sessions
- Review of client safety and the guest journey
Prepare for your consultation
To book an appointment, use Doctolib. For an administrative question, contact the practice by telephone or email.
Dr Sommala Salasap’s medical practice
23 rue de Richelieu
75001 Paris
cabinet@drsalasap-acupuncture.com
Personalised medical advice and diagnoses cannot be provided by email. In a medical emergency, call 15 or 112.