Dear Ted

Jim and I are wondering how much of this amazing strength he's showing today (and the levels of things in his blood that shocked the oncology dept. yesterday) might be, at least in part, due to his acupuncture treatments. This immediate comeback is completely atypical. He is also noticing that his feet are (still) better than they have been in two years, and I can promise there is no placebo effect in that claim. He was convinced that nothing would ever be able to help his neuropathy. He is more like Jim today. WOW.

Now as for me, this is the first day my energy has been clear and without pain in it for 4 years.

Deb C. West Friendship, MD

Dear Dr. Annenberg:

I have intentionally delayed writing this letter to give your treatment a test of time. I am pleased to report it withstood the test with flying colors. As your records show I first came to your office 8 September experiencing severe pains in my chest on the right side. You correctly diagnosed the case as shingles and treated, advising the first treatment was only temporary. I left your office completely pain free and feeling like a new man, however as predicted it was temporary. Thirty six hours later I was miserable, almost as bad as I was when I first came to your office. On the 11th, back for a follow-up. While making no promises you assured me my pain would not last much longer. True enough it did not, but to ease my mind, you did schedule me for another treatment on the 17th. After completing, you released me and I have felt fine ever since. I hope I never experience a similar situation, but if I do, I certainly know where to come and I will with confidence recommend you to my friends.

J.S. Baltimore, Maryland


To Whom it May Concern:

This is to state that [my patient] Mr. R. suffers from degenerative arthritis of both knees and over the past eight years, he had been on non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents such as Clinoril, ibuprofen, Oruvail, and multiple other painkillers. He also has been started on Fosamax 10 mg once a day, and he has been to physical therapy on many occasions in the past. He had engaged in exercise programs, but the pain in the knees has been relentless. Over the past one month, he had gone for acupuncture performed by Ted Annenberg in Columbia, Maryland and the results have been remarkable. He has no pain. He is able to ambulate and his back is the only place that he has pain now. Given the benefits of acupuncture verses the allopathic management of his degenerative arthritis, the acupuncture treatment has shown superior results. I highly recommend further continuation of acupuncture rather than resorting to the allopathic method of treating Mr. R.'s arthritis.

Truly yours,

K. Dharmasena, M.D. Baltimore, Maryland


Dear Ted,

I can't thank you enough for all you have contributed to my mentorship this year. Because of your generosity, I have learned and experienced significantly more than I ever could have through my own research. You somehow made sense of acupuncture, Eastern philosophy, and alternative medicine to my amateur mind and didn't lose patience when I constantly asked question upon question. Your work is fascinating in itself, but your enthusiasm, knowledge and gift with healing is incredibly inspiring. You have been a major character in my journey of complete ignorance to a well grounded, basic, and growing understanding of acupuncture. You have also invested not only your professional time but a great deal of your personal time in my education. Field trips, treatments and conversations have been just as crucial as office time because you made it so. Your encouragement, support, guidance, and continuous care have touched me more than you know. This year has definitely been a fun year, largely due to your involvement in it. I have been extremely blessed with a fantastic mentor and friend through a program which I never knew would teach me so much about myself and others. Appreciation does not even cover the amount of gratitude I have to you. You will probably see me around pretty often. I still have so much to learn!

Sincerely,

M. Gottschalk Columbia, Maryland


Hi Ted,

I just wanted to say "hi" and let you know we haven't forgotten you. We think of you and always wish the best for you. We are both feeling good and are able to function well these days. You are the most-talented and gifted healthcare practitioner we have ever met or known, so it is a disservice not to enjoy the benefits of your compassionate care. Plus, we just plain like spending a little time with you. If you hadn't noticed we really like you!

Hope to see you soon,

Lisa and Kester, Strasburg, VA


Hello Ted,

I wanted to let you know that we are so thankful for your hospitality. However, we are most thankful for your help and treatment of Nicholas. Nicholas feels better that he ever has in the last year, and football has been fine. We will be back as soon as we can for another treatment. You were so knowledgeable and put Nicholas at ease. How nice to meet you after hearing so much about you. It was a nice weekend and it was kind of you to open your home to us. Best and we hope you are wonderful.

Tia Kilkenny


Hi Ted:

Just wanted to relate that I left your office last night feeling the best I've felt in a year. My heel pain is almost completely gone now, and I've made major strides in the other areas, too. I look forward to taking the inventory again in a few weeks. It's an affirming benchmark.

Thanks for all the care.

Linda