I have been in the practice of Oriental medicine since 1978. Following undergraduate and graduate training at the University of Wisconsin in Chinese language, philosophy and pre-medicine, I pursued a seven-year apprenticeship in Japanese and Korean style acupuncture with Dr. Ine On Moon (1975-1982), and a two-year apprenticeship in Chinese herbal medicine with Dr. Zhengan Guo and Dr. Pak-Leung Lau (1982-1984). Eventually, from 1987-1988, I spent a year in Beijing hospitals interning in advanced herbal medicine, where I specialized in gastrointestinal disorders, respiratory disorders and pediatrics. I was given the degree of Oriental Medicine Doctor (OMD) from Southwest Acupuncture College in 1988, based in part on my advanced work in Beijing.
I have been a practitioner and teacher of taijiquan (t'ai chi ch'uan) and qi gong (chi gong) since 1975. In China I continued training in medical qi gong for application with acupuncture needles, as well as traditional Chinese exercises for health and longevity.
I am the author of several books, including the award-winning Chinese Herbal Patent Medicines, the Clinical Desk Reference, and am the editor-organizer of Wu and Fischer's Practical Therapeutics Of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
I am recognized by my peers as an authority in Chinese herbal medicine, Japanese-style acupuncture and Chinese qi gong exercises for health and longevity. I continue to write and teach about these subjects in both the USA and Europe. After 26 years in practice, I am considered a master practitioner in all three of these disciplines.
In 1999, I was awarded ACUPUNCTURIST OF THE YEAR by the American Association of Oriental Medicine (AAOM). In 2006, I was awarded TEACHER OF THE YEAR by the American Association of Teachers of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AAOTAM)
Although trained primarily in Oriental medicine, I combine my practice with Functional Medicine, the modern approach of naturopaths and holistic medical doctors. I have a deep respect for western medical sciences, and try to stay current in western pathophysiology and diagnostic techniques. To this end, I frequently employ standard lab tests, as well as utilize the newer tests advocated by those practicing Functional Medicine. I also rely on radiologists' interpretations of modern imaging techniques, including CT, MRI and x-ray, as well as summation reports by medical specialists.
Through clinical experience, I feel that my treatments can coordinate with western therapies when necessary, and understand the relationship and potential interactions of herbal medicine to western pharmaceuticals. I also know the limits of Oriental medicine, and when it is necessary to refer out to western medical specialists for diagnosis and/or treatment.
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What Is a Doctor of Oriental Medicine?
Acupuncture
Japanese Acupuncture
Chinese Acupuncture
The Taiji Yin Yang Treatment
Pediatric Acupuncture
European Acupuncture
Chinese Herbal Medicine
European Herbal Medicine
Nutritional Medicine
Qi Gong Exercises
Vegatest Electrodermal Testing
Mora Therapy
Allergy Clearance Treatments
Oriental Medicine vs. Western Medicine
Yin and Yang in Chinese Philosophy and Medicine
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