Online Chinese Herbal Medicine Consultations.
Online Chinese herbal medicine consultations with Dr. Aliceia Kato-Carino, a New York–based, board-certified doctor of Chinese medicine. Thorough, personalized care—with herbs shipped nationwide.
Licensed in NY and AZ, offering personalized virtual consultations to patients across the U.S. and around the world.
Empirical Medicine offers Chinese medicine telehealth nationwide, all led by board-certified and licensed doctors.
This service is ideal if you require remote support for chronic illness, long-COVID, hormonal imbalance, digestion issues, stress, or fatigue.
What Telemedicine Looks Like
Schedule a virtual intake (1 hr 45 min via HIPAA compliant link)
Practitioner reviews your health history and goals
Diagnostic evaluation including tongue or abdominal guide-for-self exams
Custom herbal formulas, nutrition advice, supplements, and lifestyle guidance
Optional specialty labs testing scheduled locally or shipped directly
Follow-up consults to track progress and refine your plan
Our Chinese medicine telehealth consultations are as in-depth as our in-clinic visits—no compromise on quality.
What You'll Receive
Personalized Chinese herbal medicine, shipped directly
Nutrition and lifestyle guidance based on symptom review and medication review
In states where allowed, specialized labs can be ordered locally and reviewed with the doctor during your consultation.
Tailored protocols to help support:
Respiratory or immune support or Long-COVID symptoms
Acute illness, colds, flus, COVID
Pain and inflammation
Why Choose Empirical Medicine for Virtual Herbal Care?
Experienced, qualified care
Work with Dr. Aliceia Kato-Carino, DSOM, L.Ac.—a board-certified practitioner licensed in New York and Arizona, with advanced training in classical Chinese herbal medicine. Meet Dr. A.Thorough appointments, without feeling rushed
We take time to understand your symptoms, health history, digestion, sleep, stress, and daily life—connecting details that may otherwise be overlooked.Herbal formulas chosen for you
Your formula reflects your individual presentation and treatment goals. Follow-up visits allow us to assess your response and adjust your care as your needs change.A thoughtful, integrative approach
We bring together Chinese herbal medicine, nutrition, lifestyle guidance, supplements, and appropriate laboratory testing to create a coordinated plan.Careful attention to safety
We review your medications, supplements, medical history, and relevant test results when making recommendations, with attention to potential interactions and your existing care.Convenient virtual consultations
Receive personalized care from home. We confirm eligibility based on your location and the services you need before scheduling treatment.Herbal care without acupuncture
You can work with us for Chinese herbal medicine on its own. Virtual assessment includes a detailed conversation and, when appropriate, tongue photographs with guidance on how to take them.Clear appointment options and costs
Start with a free 10-minute introductory call. Comprehensive initial consultations and focused follow-ups serve different needs. Herbal formulas, supplements, and shipping are charged separately, with costs explained before ordering.Quality herbs delivered to your door
We select herbal preparations from trusted suppliers and provide clear instructions for taking your formula. Delivery arrangements are confirmed when you order.Ongoing care and thoughtful follow-up
We track your progress, explain our recommendations, and refine your plan—so you understand what you are taking, why it was chosen, and what comes next.
Experience tailor-made healing from anywhere in the world!
Let us build a customized wellness plan—herbs, diet, labs, and lifestyle support.
Patients Say It Best
“I treated long-COVID virtually with Dr. A’s herbal formula. Within a week, my cough improved and my digestive symptoms eased by 75%. The telemedicine experience was seamless and supportive.”
“I struggled with digestive issues for over 15 years—heartburn, bloating, diarrhea—you name it. Dr. A took the time to truly listen, explain everything, and tailor a plan just for me. Her herbal tea, diet tips, and probiotics made a huge difference. I’m off meds, symptom-free, and finally feel like myself again!”