Michael Lay, L.Ac., NBAO, C.SMA, founded Uptown Acupuncture in 2001. He holds a Bachelor of Science from Loyola University of Chicago and a Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Santa Barbara College of Oriental Medicine (2001). Michael is licensed in Colorado and nationally certified by the NCCAOM
Specializing in orthopedics and sports medicine, Michael completed a 300-hour Acupuncture Orthopedics course at the American Acupuncture Academy in Los Angeles, a 6-month Sports Medicine apprenticeship under Whitfield Reaves, L.Ac., OMD, in Boulder, Colorado, and certification as a sports medicine acupuncturist from Matt Callison in San Diego.
In addition, Michael hold many certifications including certifications from the National Board of Acupuncture Orthopedics (NBAO), American Acupuncture Academy, and Sports Medicine Acupuncture certification program (C.SMA). He also assists in the sports certification for acupuncturists in San Diego as time allows.
Michael Lay, L.Ac., NBAO, C.SMA, founded Uptown Acupuncture in 2001. He holds a Bachelor of Scien...
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Uptown Acupuncture is thrilled to welcome Dr. Ali Hahn to our Denver team. Ali is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, a nationally board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist, and licensed to practice in Colorado, New York, and California. She holds a Doctorate from Pacific College of Health and Science in San Diego and brings a grounded, integrative approach to holistic care.
Ali specializes in women’s health and fertility, digestive health, cosmetic acupuncture, stress reduction, and pain management. Her treatment style blends Traditional Chinese Medicine, Five Element theory, orthopedic and motor point acupuncture, and hands-on bodywork including tui na, gua sha, and cupping. With additional certification in facial rejuvenation and microneedling, she also offers specialized treatments to support graceful aging and skin vitality.
Known for her compassionate and intuitive presence, Ali combines the wisdom of Chinese medicine with modern health strategies. She takes a whole-person approach to care—looking beyond symptoms to uncover and treat root causes. Whether she’s supporting IVF cycles, relieving musculoskeletal pain, or restoring nervous system balance, her goal is always to guide patients toward optimal well-being.
Outside the clinic, Ali leads breathwork and meditation sessions, creates educational content, and facilitates women’s retreats grounded in seasonal wisdom and self-renewal. She is excited to bring her passion for healing to the vibrant Uptown Acupuncture community and to support the health journeys of patients in the Denver area.
