About Eagle Acupuncture
Our medical providers, Dr. Kristen Burris, DAcCHM and Tony Burris, L.Ac., M.S.T.O.M., are regularly featured in national and regional publications and we have been a guest on TV and radio. Our clinic offers holistic and natural solutions for a wide variety of health concerns. We strive to provide the finest acupuncture, herbal medicine and functional medicine in Boise, Eagle, Meridian and all of the Treasure Valley. To prove it, we’ve been voted “Best in Boise” several years in a row and have been voted in “Best in Idaho” in 2024! For those not within driving distance, we offer telemedicine for all of our services except acupuncture.
We specialize in the areas of sports injury, musculoskeletal injury, pain management, and any pain syndrome of known or unknown causes. We also have expertise in women’s health including: balancing hormones from teen years to infertility to pregnancy, post-partum and menopause. We offer medical grade microneedling only permissible to be performed by doctors in the state of Idaho for optimal anti-aging reduction in wrinkles and brown spots for your face, neck, decolletage, and hands. We are experts in multiple modalities of acupuncture and personalized Chinese herbal medicine and functional medicine supplements. After a quarter of a century in practice, The Burrises have treated just about every chronic health condition and disease known to mankind. If you don’t see your disease or symptoms listed on our website, call us! You will be surprised how we can help with thousands of health problems. We look forward to meeting you soon.
Meet The Practitioners
Dr. Kristen Burris, DAcCHM
Dr. Kristen Burris, DAcCHM , (doctor of acupuncture with a specialization in Chinese herbal medicine), graduated with the highest academic distinction of summa cum laude from Pacific College of Health and Science. It is the most well respected Chinese medical school in the United States formerly called Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in San Diego.
Dr. Burris won Best of Treasure Valley for Acupuncture, Business Woman of the Year by National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO), Business Person of the Year by Eagle Chamber, Top Doctor in the U.S. by Evergreen Herbs, Best Acupuncturist in Idaho, Best Acupuncturist in Boise and Top Doc of Eagle, Idaho. She has been featured on the cover of two magazines, HERLIFE and Greet Eagle, for her work in infertility and for her donating time, money, and services to the Treasure Valley.
Dr. Burris is an award-winning doctor in the field of women’s health including: infertility, miscarriage, hormonal imbalances, menopause, menstrual pain, heavy bleeding and challenging menstrual irregularities. Dr. Burris has been a guest lecturer at San Diego Hospice, University of California San Diego Integrative Clinic, UCSD Dental Acupuncture Study, Reproductive Nurses Society and Resolve, the non-profit supporting couples with infertility. Dr. Kristen Burris, DAcCHM has taught students acupuncture and auricular (ear) acupuncture at her alma mater in San Diego.
Dr. Burris receives telemedicine referrals from fertility centers throughout the U.S. to prepare patients and surrogates prior to starting IVF; nearly ½ of the States in the U.S. have had successful infertility babies born from her work from N.Y. to California to Virginia to Texas. Dr. Burris has co-treated patients with IVF doctors to prepare the patients months in advance for IVF and also before, during, and after embryo transfers at the leading infertility centers in San Diego, California. IVF doctors have sent their wives to Dr. Burris for infertility treatments. OBGYN’s have chosen Dr. Burris for their female and male factor infertility treatments and were able to avoid IVF themselves.
Doctors of acupuncture who once thought they were trained in and treated infertility, sought out Dr. Burris’ expertise for infertility for themselves. After experiencing only one treatment and seeing firsthand the complex approach Dr. Burris implements, fusing together both traditional Chinese medicine, with lab work, functional medicine, and evidence based medicine, she stopped treating infertility in her own practice. This doctor forever referred every infertility patient to Dr. Burris thereafter. Most acupuncturists and herbalists in the Treasure Valley refer to Dr. Burris when patients are seeking infertility treatment or miscarriage prevention. Patients fondly call her “The BabyMaker” due to her unprecedented success in treating over 1,000 couples with infertility in her career.
Additionally, Dr. Kristen Burris, DAcCHM has been an expert medical advisor for Fox News, NPR Radio, MSNBC, USA Today, Woman’s Day, San Diego Union Tribune, The Idaho Statesman, Eagle Magazine, Shape, Parents, Better Homes & Garden, and the infertility support magazines: Achieving Families and Resolve. Dr. Burris was featured as a women’s health expert on KUSI, KBOI TV 2, and was on Mix 106 Radio for the first guest as “Ask A Smart Person” for her ability to treat both women and men for infertility.
Tony Burris, L.Ac., M.S.T.O.M.
Tony Burris is a highly respected licensed acupuncturist and practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), distinguished by his exceptional expertise in holistic healing. With a Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine (M.S.T.O.M.) from the prestigious Pacific College of Health and Science (formerly Pacific College of Oriental Medicine) in San Diego, Mr. Burris is well-versed in the deep-rooted principles of Chinese medicine, blending ancient practices with modern, evidence-based approaches to wellness. This rigorous five-year program, which he completed in four years, equipped him with an advanced understanding of acupuncture, herbal medicine, and bodywork techniques, allowing him to offer comprehensive care for a wide range of health conditions.
In addition to his academic achievements, Mr. Burris’s clinical practice is marked by his commitment to providing individualized care that addresses the root causes of illness, promotes long-term health, and fosters balance within the body and mind. His treatment philosophy emphasizes the body's innate ability to heal itself through a combination of acupuncture, herbal therapies, e-stim, and various forms of manual manipulation. By restoring harmony to the body’s energy system, Mr. Burris aims to support his patients on their path to greater physical and emotional well-being.
Mr. Burris has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to the field of acupuncture, receiving accolades such as Best of Boise, Best of Treasure Valley, and Best of Idaho for acupuncture. His clinical skills, coupled with his compassionate nature and remarkable listening abilities, have earned him a loyal following of patients who value his holistic approach to healing. His ability to treat chronic pain, sports injuries, stress-related disorders, and a variety of other ailments has made him one of the region’s most sought-after practitioners.
Beyond his private practice, Mr. Burris has also made significant contributions to the academic community. He served as a teacher at the Pacific College of Health and Science, where he shared his knowledge and passion for TCM with future generations of acupuncturists and holistic health practitioners. His educational background is complemented by his extensive hands-on experience working with elite athletes at the University of San Diego RIMAC Sports Center, where he employed acupuncture, e-stim, and manual manipulations to treat complex sports injuries and chronic pain. His work with these athletes has refined his ability to address even the most difficult-to-treat conditions, particularly those that hinder peak athletic performance.
In addition to his accomplishments in the realm of sports medicine, Mr. Burris has become a sought-after expert in the treatment of infertility, collaborating with his wife, Dr. Kristen Burris, DAcCHM, to treat complex fertility cases. While Dr. Burris focuses on herbal medicine, supplements, and lifestyle modifications, Mr. Burris specializes in male factor infertility, using acupuncture to address unexplained male infertility. Together, they have helped over 1,000 couples navigate the challenges of infertility, demonstrating their shared commitment to providing comprehensive, effective care.
Mr. Burris’s extensive experience spans across a wide range of prestigious clientele, including professional athletes from teams such as the Chargers, Washington Commanders, Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears, and Detroit Lions. His work also extends to members of the Seattle Mariners, Olympic medalists, mixed martial artists, New York marathon winners, NCAA competitors, and many others. His understanding of sports medicine, combined with his expertise in acupuncture and Chinese medicine, has earned him the trust of athletes at the highest levels.
In addition to his professional endeavors, Mr. Burris is a dedicated athlete himself. A collegiate fencing champion and former high school football player at Uni in San Diego, he continues to prioritize his own physical health through weight lifting and skiing. He enjoys working with local athletes of all levels, from high school sports teams to weekend warriors and rodeo champions. His own experiences with sports and fitness have fostered a deep empathy for the struggles that many athletes face, allowing him to connect with and effectively treat individuals who seek to optimize their physical performance.
Mr. Burris is also a certified Dao Shih, specializing in Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and meditation. After completing a two-year program at the Taoist Sanctuary in San Diego, he has integrated these ancient practices into his holistic healing philosophy, offering his patients additional tools for stress reduction, energy cultivation, and emotional well-being.
Tony Burris’s commitment to his patients, his ongoing education, and his dedication to the advancement of Traditional Chinese Medicine have made him a leader in the field. Whether working with chronic pain, sports injuries, infertility, or overall health and wellness, he continues to inspire those who seek a holistic and integrative approach to healing. His profound understanding of the mind-body connection, paired with his compassionate and skillful care, makes him a truly exceptional healer in the realm of natural medicine.
Tony in the News!
Notable Achievements:
Best of Treasure Valley for Acupuncture
Business Owner of the Year National Association of Women Business Owners
Business Person of the Year Eagle Chamber of Commerce
Top Doctor in U.S. Evergreen Herbs
Top Doc of Eagle
Voted Best Acupuncturist of Boise and Best Acupuncturist in Idaho
Summa Cum Laude for her doctorate at Pacific College Health and Science