Dr. Ying Zhang

Qualifications 

  • BHSc (ChinMed) Torrens University

 

Dr Ying Zhang graduated from Torrens University with a Bachelor of Health Sciences - Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. 

Dr. Zhang extended her studies by completing clinical placements and internships in Xi’an, China, focusing on dermatology and cosmetic acupuncture,  facial lifting, treating acne, and weight management. She also has a strong interest in treating emotional conditions such as depression and anxiety, and also digestive and respiratory conditions.

Dr. Zhang has personal interests in Women’s health and fertility treatment including irregular menstruation, and IVF support.

As an experienced and caring practitioner, she uses her acupuncture skills , Chinese Herbal Medicine  and personalized diet and lifestyle advice to provide support for a wide range of health issues.

Her services include Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, and Herbal Medicine.

She is available for bookings on Fridays as of July 2026. 

  • Dr Steven Sass

    General Practice and Physical Therapy

    Dr. Steven Wolfgang Sass (Doctor of Chinese Medicine), has over 2 decades of experience in medical practice, completing his double bachelor in Health Sciences and Chinese Medicine at RMIT University, his internship at Nanjing Hospital of Chinese Medicine. He also graduated with a diploma in remedial massage from E.S.T.T College.

    With exceptional teachers and mentors, he is driven to honour them by upholding high standards of excellence and care in his practise.

    His services include Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Remedial Massage.

    Steven is available every Tuesday.

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  • Dr Liren Wong

    General Practice and Physical Therapy

    Dr. Liren Wong graduated from the School of Health and Biomedical Sciences of RMIT with a Double Bachelor Degree (Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, Bachelor of Health Science), and is a qualified Remedial Massage and Myotherapist (advanced diploma at MIMT).

    Dr. Wong has assisted many patients through the hardship of the COVID-19 epidemics, gaining a strong reputation in his community. He has also continues to support Youth Disability Sport, which he has done for many years.


    His services include Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Massage Therapy.

    Dr. Wong is available every Tuesday & Thursday.

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  • Cassandra Young

    Gynaecology and General Practice

    Cassie enjoys the variety of general practice, with a special interest in menstrual health, fertility, and pregnancy support.

    Her treatments combine acupuncture, herbal medicine, cupping, gua sha, tuina, and lifestyle advice.

    Cassie offers a compassionate space for people of all backgrounds, aiming for each person to feel heard, empowered, and brighter.

    Cassie is available for bookings every Friday.

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  • Anna Boetto

    Chinese Medicine and Naturopathy

    Anna has had extensive training in both Chinese Medicine and Naturopathy. With internships at Nanjing Provincial University and Qinhuai Hospitals in China, a masters degree in Chinese medicine from RMIT and a focused herbal medicine study with Steven Clavey, combined with more than 10 years experience as a naturopath.

    Anna's training and experience gives her a unique insight, with treatments that carefully integrate Chinese medicine, naturopathy and diet therapy and provide a holistic approach to healing.

    Anna is available Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

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  • Si Hwan Jin

    General Practice, Pain and Digestive Health

    Jin has relocated and is unfortunately no longer available
    for appointments through the Grove clinic. We wish Jin all the best in his new
    chapter and will post contact details for Jin when he commences practice in his
    new location.

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  • Madeleine Van Maanen

    Men and Womens Fertility and General Health

    Madeleine is unfortunately no longer
    available for appointments through the Grove clinic. We wish Medeleine all the
    best in this new chapter.

    Bookings with Madeleine can now be made through Holding
    Space Chinese Medicine (within TLC Birth and Beyond) 737 Burwood Highway
    Ferntree Gully, focusing on fertility, pregnancy and postpartum care with
    traditional raw herbs and acupuncture. Booking can be made online here here

    Learn More about Maddie

  • Dr Ying Zhang

    Cosmetics, Womens Fertility and General Health

    Dr Ying Zhang graduated from Torrens University with a Bachelor of Health Sciences - Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine. 

    Dr. Zhang completed clinical internships in Xi’an, China, focusing on dermatology and cosmetic acupuncture,  facial lifting, treating acne, and weight management. She also has a strong interest in treating emotional conditions such as depression and anxiety, respiratory illness, and Women’s health, fertility and IVF support.

    She is available for bookings on Fridays as of July 2026. 

    Learn More about Dr Ying Zhang

Steve Clavey writing a herbal prescription

Steven Clavey (Clinic Founder)

1953 - 2024

Steven Clavey was a world renowned Chinese herbalist, author, lecturer and teacher.

He practiced for 38 years in Melbourne assisting countless women with infertility, endometriosis and other gynaecology conditions.

The Grove operated as a teaching clinic for more than 25 years allowing students to improve their TCM and herbal medicine knowledge.

Our current practitioners have all trained with Steven in Chinese Medicine and share his treatment philosophy and love of herbs.

Steve's son Ren still runs the herbal dispensary which now services patients and practitioners Australia wide.