01/20/2026
The Reading office of Han Shi Acupuncture is permanently closed following the unexpected passing of Michael Hinton. We are deeply saddened by this loss and appreciate the understanding and support of our patients and community during this difficult time. Information about Michael’s life, obituary, and a place to share memories can be found here: https://www.thegroffs.com/obituaries/michael-hinton-9/ #!/TributeWall
Memories shared by former patients and friends:
Dear Rima, Dani and Family. Some years ago, you treated my wife Heather and myself for neck pain at your Lancaster clinic. You often spoke of your husband, Michael, who had his practice in Reading, and how you met in Beijing, where he competed his medical studies and residency completely in Chinese. I could never understand how such an accomplishment was possible…Michael was an amazing man. You also spoke of visits to Nova Scotia, where I now see Michael was born, as was I. My condolences and blessings to you all, David
I have a delightful memory of Min, her mother, baby Danny and Michael with his guitar coming to my home and having a jam session with my husband and another neighbor in our backyard. Three men, three different guitar styles creating one of the best jam experiences I have had. On a more personal note, Michael gave my husband his voice back after he had a stroke and had dysphasia. Michael's talents as a healer and TCM practitioner allowed the opportunity for my husband and I to have personal conversations has husband and wife. It is a gift that I will never forget. God bless you. Phyllis
Michael brought an amazing & unique facet to my Infertility/IVF clinic in Reading, PA. for many years. I trusted him greatly with my patients who found his calming care & extreme patience extremely valuable in helping them get through such a difficult time in their lives. Michael’s services was offered to every IVF patient & many took advantage of his acupuncture techniques during critical & stressful moments of the process. Michael was the “read deal”, as I told my patients. He helped add to the success that many patients experienced in their quest of having a family. I spoke of Michael & his road from Fleetwood to China & back to Reading so many times to my patients & to my colleagues at national meetings. Michael presented his infertility involvement at least one of his scientific meetings & received much deserved praise. I am very saddened to learn of his passing. My deepest thoughts to Michael’s family.
Vince Pellegrini, MD
So sorry for your loss. He was a very nice man who, as recently as a month ago, helped heal some of my chronic pain. May he rest in peace and his family find peace through this difficult time. Zach
Min, I’m so sorry for your loss. I still remember the day Lao Mai spoke with my dad in Chinese about history. He had such a gift. Fei
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