Dynamic Balance East Asian Medicine
My Certifications
Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
I earned a Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from the prestigous Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. It is a three and a half year program with study in Chinese medical theories and hands on clinical training.
Diplomate of Oriental Medicine
A Diplomate of Oriental Medicine is a practitioner who is certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM®) and has met the certification requirements for both acupuncture and Chinese herbology. It is a considerable professional achievement to earn the designation Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). NCCAOM certification indicates to employers, patients, and peers that one has met national standards for the safe and competent practice of acupuncture and Chinese herbology as defined by the acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM) profession. For additional information, about the Diplomate of Oriental Medicine, please visit the NCCAOM Website.
Registered Nurse
I graduated from the University of Massachusetts nursing school in 2005 and have been practicing nursing in various settings ever since. My most recent experience is working with the geriatric population and in palliative and hospice care.