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Clasina Leslie (Sine) Smith
Clasina Leslie (Sine) Smith
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Biography: Dr. Clasina (Sine) Leslie Smith is a physician (MD),licensed to practice allopathic/western medicine and Traditional Asian Medicine in Illinois and California. She completed medical school at the University of Illinois Chicago, College of Medicine in 2004. Dr. Smith initially trained as a general surgeon before a repetitive stress injury prevented her from completing her final year of training in surgery. Acupuncture was the only modality that was effective for her pain, and consequently she became deeply interested in Asian medicine. She completed several years of coursework at the renowned Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Los Angeles, and studied Structural Acupuncture (Kiiko Matsumoto's Japanese style) through Harvard Medical School, completing that training in June 2012. Since then, she has been focusing her acupuncture studies on the lineage of Masakazu Ikeda sensei, including Edward Obaidey sensei and Noriko Nagato sensei. Most recently, she completed additional certification in acupuncture and has passed all the NCCAOM national boards for her LAc degree ("licensed acupuncturist"). She is a Diplomat of the American Board of Medical Acupuncture (DABMA), serves on the executive board of the American Academy of Medical Acupuncture (AAMA website), and is a member of the board of the Integrative Health Policy Consortium (IHPC website). Dr. Smith has multiple additional postgraduate degrees. She obtained a Master of Science in Physiology and Biophysics because she was passionately curious about understanding the way the body works. She obtained a Master of Arts in Medical Education and Leadership and completed a year-long Fellowship in Surgical Education because she wanted to develop expertise in communicating her knowledge to others. She is published in both fields.
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Jessica Baker
Jessica Baker
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Biography: Jessica Baker, LAc, RH (AHG), is an author, acupuncturist, herbalist and cannabis farmer. Her passion for all medicinal plants is reflected in her formulations, private practice and classes on aromatherapy, herbalism, and Chinese medicine.
Jessica has taught at several herbal symposia and teaches at The Colorado School of Clinical Herbalism. Having many years of experience as an acupuncturist and clinician, Jessica is a talented formulator, understanding the importance of plant synergy and energetics.
Jessica owns and operates a commercial cannabis clone nursery, Clone City, in Oklahoma. She has articles published in several magazines, including the Cannabis Nurses Journal, and has completed her first book, Plant Songs: Reflections on Herbal Medicine.
Her Baker Botanica herbal blends are expertly blended with the knowledge of Chinese and Western herbalism and aromatherapy. She also has a blog and podcast called The Herb Walk with Jessica Baker.
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Randal Lyons
Randal Lyons
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Biography: Dr. Randal Lyons has helped himself and many others over the last 28 years of practice, by learning and sharing the ancient Chinese teaching of Opening the Eyes of the Heart. He's implemented this approach in dozens of world-class addiction treatment centers, where he has worked side-by-side with all types of mental health professionals. He remains passionate about delivering our ancient Medicine's gifts for today's individuals, groups and businesses.
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Joshua Berka
Joshua Berka
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Biography: Joshua Berka, ND, L.A.c. completedhis medical training at National College of Naturopathic Medicine where heearned dual degrees in both Naturopathic Medicine and Classical ChineseMedicine. He is a board certifiedNaturopathic Physician and Diplomat of Acupuncture.
His focus isprimarily in family medicine, including advanced approaches for treating acuteand chronic disease as well as the prevention and management of metabolicrelated diseases. He uses afunctional medicine approach, integrating both eastern and western medicineinto clinical practice.
He is also astrong proponent of research and education and speaks internationally in thefields of Naturopathic, Functional and Chinese Medicine as well as applicationsof Low Level Light Therapy (LLLT) and Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy(PEMFT) in home care and clinical practice. Dr. Berka is an advocate for Integrative Medicine, building networks andbridges between professional disciplines for the global advancement of scienceand medicine.
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Carmen Ramirez
Carmen Ramirez
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Biography: Carmen Ramirez is an acupuncturists and birth doula, a/k/a "Acudoula", serving the birthing community of Tampa Bay, FL since 2019. Health equity is a focus of her practice in an effort to improve health outcomes in her community.
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Randine Anderson Lewis
Randine Anderson Lewis
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Biography: Randine Anderson Lewis, Ph.D., L.Ac., author of The Infertility Cure, The Way of the Fertile Soul, The Spirit of the Blood, and Birthing the Tao has become the leading expert in treating infertility conditions naturally. Her powerful Eastern program combined with her vast knowledge of Western reproductive medicine has helped many thousands of women throughout the world, get back their fertility, their hope, and their lives. Dr. Lewis began her studies in Western medicine, and after suffering through her own fertility challenges, overcame them with Chinese medicine. After finishing her medical studies and interning in China, she earned a doctorate in Alternative Medicine, the basis of the retreat process she has offered the public through The Fertile Soul. She has developed doctoral level curriculum in integrative Chinese medicine, and now focuses her time teaching, writing, and conducting workshops for practitioners.
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Brian Grosam
Brian Grosam
Ph.D., L.Ac.
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Biography: Dr. Brian Grosam earned his PhD in Acupuncture in 2009 from the Shandong University of Traditional Chinese Medicine where he fulfilled clinical studies in gynecology and neurology. Upon completion of his PhD, he became a professor at the American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine where he taught acupuncture from 2008-2015.
He is the author of Understanding and Treating Hot Flashes in Menopause with Chinese Medicine, the first book in history to be written on the subject. His book combines Chinese medicine concepts with current Western medicine frameworks of science for a contemporary treatment approach to hot flashes. Additionally, he has written several articles, lectured at medical symposiums, and has taught online continuing education courses on a range of subjects including hot flashes and menopausal transition.
Dr. Grosam is a member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, a Diplomate of Chinese Medicine from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, and a member of the North American Menopause Society.
Along with his wife, Patricia, he owned and operated Sun Acupuncture, a full-service acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinic located in Minnetonka, MN from 2010-2022. Brian and Pamela recently relocated to Todos Santos BCS, Mexico where he is opening his new clinic: Todos Santos Acupuncture. You can reach him at briangrosam@gmail.com or visit his website at www.todossantosacupuncture.com. |
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Chen Yen
Chen Yen
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Biography: Chen Yen is a sought-after national speaker. She is an expert in helping introverted visionary acupuncturists grow fulfilling 6 & 7 figure practices faster, without having to do it the exhausting extroverted way.
Chen came from "the other side" as a pharmacist and kept a secrete to herself about what she really thought of drugs. She then started and grew a business from 0 to 7 figures the introverted way, in less than 5 years. As the founder of Introverted Visionary, Chen is no longer hiding behind her secret and is excited to be living her passion.
Clients include American Society of Acupuncturists board member, former American Academy of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine board member, board members of acupuncture state boards and associations, past Present of American Association of Naturopathic Physician, past present of American Chiropractic Association Sports Council.
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Matt Callison
Matt Callison
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Biography: Matt Callison has over 27 years experience in sports medicine, acupuncture and cadaver dissection.
Renowned instructor and published author of the Motor Points and Acupuncture Meridians Chart and quintessential texts, such as the Motor Point Index (MPI) Reference Guide and the newly released text book, Sports Medicine Acupuncture: An Integrated Approach Combining Sport Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine (smartextbook.com).
Matt Callison's unique ability to blend Chinese Medicine with Sports Medicine for over 27 years is demonstrated by his excellent reputation. This is particularly evident in his educational program, Sports Medicine Acupuncture Certification Program, which is attended by acupuncturists worldwide. He also has over 27 years experience in cadaver dissection that has helped him to further broaden and deepen his educational program for the acupuncturist.
Matt had a clinical practice for over 26 years and is well-known for developing innovative and successful treatment protocols for musculoskeletal injury. He has published many articles, including a clinical study on acupuncture and tibial stress syndromes (shin splints), as well as an article on Sports Related Muscle Tension Headaches, in the Journal of Chinese Medicine. Furthermore, Matt is well-known for his work with professional athletes.
Matt earned his Bachelor's degree in Physical Education/Sports Medicine from San Diego State University in 1985. He worked in the Sports Medicine field at Alvarado Sports Medicine clinic in Sand Diego and Scripps Hospital in La Jolla, CA for six years. In 1991, Matt received his Master's Degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, where the class he developed, "Treatment of Orthopedic Disorders", is still being taught. Matt continues to guest lecture in many acupuncture doctoral programs across the United States.
As Clinic Supervisor for Pacific College at the University of California's San Diego Sports Medicine RIMAC Center, Matt guides acupuncture interns in providing sports medicine acupuncture to their athletes.
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Jenny Nieters
Jenny Nieters
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Biography: Jenny Nieters, L.Ac. DACM has a clinical practice in Alameda, California, specializing in the assessment and treatment of sports injuries, pain and athletic performance. Dr. Nieters is a team acupuncturist for the San Francisco 49ers Football team and the Saint Mary's College Men's Rugby team.
She has been teaching continuing education for acupuncturists as part of Whitfield Reaves' Sports Medicine Apprenticeship program and has also developed her own courses for advanced study of sports injuries and athletic performance. Her enthusiasm and concise treatment style make Jenny's presentations enjoyable and always clinical relevant.
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