Naturopathic Physician &
East Asian Medicine Practitioner

Wu-Hsun (Tom) Yang, ND, LAc

Dr. Yang is a licensed naturopathic physician and East Asian Medicine Practitioner. He provides primary care for adults and specializes in pain management, digestive health, sleep medicine, and mental health. He aspires to promote wellness through patient education and prevention. Dr. Yang fosters a supportive environment for patients to learn about their conditions and how they can work together to maximize their well-being. His goal is to deliver safe, effective, and individualized treatments using a combination of naturopathic modalities, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and conventional standard of care to address the whole person, not just the symptoms.

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He graduated from Bastyr University with a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and a Master of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in 2016. Prior to graduate school, he received his Bachelor's degrees in Neurobiology and Philosophy from the University of Washington. Thereafter, he worked for a local non-profit in HIV and STD prevention and education through outreach.

Dr. Yang also received additional training in NADA protocol, craniosacral therapy, visceral manipulation, and Kinesio taping. Currently, he is an adjunct faculty at Bastyr University. 

Outside of clinic and teaching, Dr. Yang loves gardening, traveling, and watching films.

The Origin of “Red Leaf”

I was told by my grandparents and my parents that I loved the color red as a kid. After years of self-exploration through counseling, I have been lucky enough to reconnect with the parts of me that I have long forgotten (but always with me). Moreover, I realized that the influence my parents and other family members had on me shaped me into who I am today. They are by no means perfect, yet as I launch my own business, I cannot help but think about where I would be today if they did not make the bold decisions they did when I was young. I always joked that I would get a tattoo shaped like a red leaf to honor their sacrifices. The words “Red” and “Leaf” in Chinese sound exactly like the middle characters from my parents’ names (homophones/homonyms). By naming this clinic “Red Leaf Natural Medicine”, I hope it pays homage to my past, acknowledges this present moment, and curiously waits for what’s yet to come. This practice is as much for me, for my chosen family, and for them.