About
Dr. Nina Lippey is a DO and the founder of Palm & Needle Medical Clinic in Redwood City, CA. She practices family medicine and provides primary care to patients spanning all stages of life, from newborns to seniors. Her training as an osteopathic physician gives her specialized skill in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. She uses gentle, hands-on OMM techniques to relieve pain, improve mobility, and support the body's natural healing.
Growing up between the United States and Japan gave Dr. Lippey a perspective on health that crosses cultural and clinical boundaries. She sees health as an active process of restoring balance across mind, body, and spirit. She is currently training in acupuncture to bring integrative pain relief and stress reduction into her practice. Patients consistently note that Dr. Lippey gives generous time and genuine attention to every visit.
Education & Training
Osteopathic Medicine
Who is Dr. Lippey right for?
Dr. Lippey works well for patients of any age seeking a primary care physician who integrates conventional and hands-on medicine. Adults dealing with musculoskeletal pain, limited mobility, or stress-related concerns benefit from her OMM expertise. Families looking for one physician to care for members from infancy through older adulthood will find her scope broad and capable. Patients who value unhurried visits and a whole-person approach to wellness fit her practice especially well.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Lippey treats a wide range of primary care conditions for patients of all ages. Her scope includes preventive care, chronic disease management, and acute illness. She also addresses musculoskeletal pain and mobility concerns through Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine.
Yes, Dr. Lippey specializes in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. OMM uses gentle, hands-on techniques to relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore physical balance. She integrates it with primary care to support whole-body healing.
Dr. Lippey is currently completing acupuncture training. She plans to offer it as an integrative therapy for pain relief, stress reduction, and overall wellness. Patients interested in this service can ask about its availability when scheduling.
Yes, Dr. Lippey sees patients from newborns through seniors. Her family medicine background covers the full lifespan, making her a good fit for families who want one physician for multiple generations.
Dr. Lippey grew up between the United States and Japan. That cross-cultural experience shaped her belief that health involves restoring balance across mind, body, and spirit. She brings that whole-person philosophy into every patient encounter.
Dr. Lippey keeps her practice membership-based to allow generous time with each patient. She prioritizes unhurried visits and direct communication. Patients report that she spends meaningful time listening and addressing their concerns.
Yes, Palm & Needle Medical Clinic is open and accepting new patients. Prospective patients can schedule an appointment through the practice's online booking system or contact the office directly to ask about membership.
Doctor profile last updated June 11, 2026