About Us

RIVERVIEW ACUPUNCTURE & WELLNESS CENTER

We provide Acupuncture and Nutrition services to Brandon, Florida and the surrounding areas of Riverview, Valrico, Bloomingdale, Lithia, Gibsonton, Seffner and Tampa Bay.
In our office we offer a high quality variety of services including Acupuncture, Cupping, Gua-Sha, Injection therapy, Herbal medicine, Food Therapy, Moxibustion, and Tuina massage.
Our holistic approach may help you relieve pain, overcome stress/anxiety, tension headaches and migraines, women's health, fertility, or simply maintain your wellness. We provide an individualized treatment to restore and preserve your optimum health.

“It is health that is real wealth and not pieces of gold and silver.”
~ Mahatma Gandhi ~

About Maria F Carvajal A.P., L.Ac.

Hi, I am a Licenced Acupuncture Physician in the State of Florida and Diplomate of Oriental Medicine certified by the Nation Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM®). Also, I am a board-certified Herbalist and an Acupuncture Injection Therapy certified practitioner.

I have a background in Western Medicine, with a bachelor’s degree in Dentistry and more than 15 years of practice in Colombia (South America), my country of origin.

Although I do not practice Dentistry in the States, from the very beginning of my career I was always very passionate about Natural Medicine. I traveled to Australia to study an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy and also completed complementary studies in the areas of Homeopathic Injectables, Neural Therapy, Mineral therapy, and Flower Essences. I included all this knowledge into my practice with great success.

After moving to the USA, I had the opportunity to change the path of my career and along with my personal experience, I was able to pick my passion. I suffered for extended years of lower back pain, and after haven taken several medications, I was treated with acupuncture. This experience opened a wide door into the studies of this Chinese science and I was able to recover back my mobility and to enjoy physical activities again.

I started a Master's degree in Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture at the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine (ATOM). While studying I had the opportunity to be an intern under the direction of Chinese Professor Dr. Fu Di, the current Vice President of ATOM. He encouraged me to deepen my studies on Chinese herbs. I also had the opportunity to be an intern and assisted Dr. Sandra Mora, an acupuncture practitioner and pain management specialist who uses the balance method of Dr. Richard Tan with great success to treat pain and other conditions.Currently, I work alongside Dr. Guillermo Caceres, an Acupuncturist with more than 20 years of experience working in the Tampa Bay area.

Even before gaining interest in acupuncture, I always used natural medicine as the main focus of my treatments. With a combination of different modalities learned during my training and my western background, I was able to bring the best treatments to my patients. Acupuncture has brought me closer to my mission of teaching and helping others to reach their best possible health. My foundations as a Dentist and my knowledge of Oriental medicine have strengthened my understanding of different pathologies such as TMJ, Bell’s Palsy, pain management and so forth.

Additionally, I strongly believe that one of the most important factors for a patient's recovery is the body's ability to heal itself and recover its function. My goal is to empower, support, and guide you through this journey. You are the main participant in your recovery and wellbeing.

About Martha Shumway A.P, L.Ac.

Dr. Martha Shumway is a dedicated Holistic Doctor, Licensed Acupuncturist, and Herbalist in private practice. She is currently pursuing her Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) at the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine (ATOM). She has already earned a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences from the East West College of Natural Medicine.

Her holistic approach focuses on addressing the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of her patients. Believing strongly in the body’s innate ability to heal itself (homeostasis), Dr. Martha is committed to helping her patients unlock their true potential.

Currently a candidate for a Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at the Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine, expected in 2026, Dr. Martha is also a Licensed Acupuncture Physician certified by the Florida Board of Acupuncture. She is a Diplomate of Oriental Medicine by the NCCAOM and a Certified Chinese Herbalist. Her educational background includes a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine and a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, both from the East West College of Natural Medicine, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in International Business from Bolivia.

Her extensive professional training and development include internships at Sun City Center Health & Wellness, LLC in Florida and with Dr. Shan Liang, DOM, AP in Florida, both in 2023. She is qualified in Injection Therapy since 2022 and has received training with the American Society of Laser Therapy in 2021.

Dr. Martha’s compassionate approach and extensive training make her a trusted partner in her patients’ journeys to optimal health and well-being. She is passionate about empowering her patients and guiding them through the healing process, helping them achieve balance and harmony in their lives.