Kie Ando Aldous

Kie is an experienced and effective acupuncturist in Japanese acupuncture and Kappo which are influenced and established by Japanese martial arts. She received her formal education in acupuncture and related therapies in Japan where she began her career and is still a fully licensed practitioner.

Poney Chiang, R.Ac, R.TCMP, MSc, PhD

Poney received a Doctoral degree in biomedical research from the Institute of Medical Science, University of Toronto, followed by a Master’s degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in New York. His clinical focus are dermatology, pain and neurological disorders.

Wendy Yao Yu Ding R.Ac, R.TCMP, MD

Wendy Yao Yu Ding graduated in 1985 from Tian Jin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, P. R. China. She worked in Tian Jin Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital as a Pediatrician from 1985-1999. Wendy has over 20 years experience teaching TCM theory and practice. Wendy recently teaches Nei Ke and Er Ke at Eight Branches where she has quickly developed an excellent rapport with students and faculty.

Lisa Dowling BA, R.Ac.

"I began teaching cupping (and other courses) at the Shiatsu School of Canada in 2009, and since diving deeper into the history and techniques of cupping, as well as studying from some cupping experts I started to explore how cupping could be better utilized as a manual therapy for East Asian Medicine practitioners."

Yuanhua Liu, PhD

Dr. Yuanhua Liu, Ph.D., (Bachelor of Medicine, Hubei University of Chinese Medicine; Master’s and Ph.D., Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese medicine), is an Associate Professor at Chengdu University of TCM, and an associate Chief Physician in the field of acupuncture and massage therapy at Sichuan Provincial Hospital of TCM.He has been teaching both the undergraduate and graduate TCM students for over 15 years.

Kavita Gill R.Ac, R.TCMP

Utilizing TCM diagnostic techniques, Kavita is able to treat a variety of ailments from digestive complaints, migraines, insomnia, overwork and stress related illnesses. Specifically, she has interned with TCM leaders in the fields of gynecology and fertility; age-prevention & dermatology; muscular skeletal pain and trauma.

Ori Levy R.Ac

Ori Levy R.Ac. has been providing patients with gentle japanese-style acupuncture treatments for over fifteen years. He offers patients powerful and effective treatments for a wide range of acute and chronic conditions. These include sports injuries, musculo-skeletal disorders, digestive problems, respiratory conditions, allergies, neurological conditions and cancer support.

Donna Oliver

Shifu Donna Oliver M.Q.T. has trained in Chinese internal martial arts and Qigong since 1988 with Shifu Andy James, at the Tai Chi & Meditation Centre in Toronto, where she continues to teach and study.

Marzyeh Moazenzadeh M.D. R.Ac, R.TCMP

Marzyeh Moazenzade is a Board Certified Dermatologist (IMG) and a graduate of Eight Branches. She is currently teaching Western Medicine Courses at Eight Branches.

Dr. Ky Lo, ND, R.Ac

Dr. Ky Lo is a board certified ND (Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine). She graduated from the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM) and is also a R. Ac. (Registered as an Acupuncturist with CTCMPAO). Today, she has a general practice using various natural modalities such as physical therapy, nutrition, acupuncture.

Zachary Lui

Zachary, R.Ac, MMQ, is a leading expert in Eastern metaphysics. He is a Shaman-Folk Priest, Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac), and Master of Medical Qigong (MMQ). In addition, he is a Usui Reiki Master Teacher, a Certified trainer from the Results Over Image Institute, studying directly from Andrieh Vitimus for several years and has specialized in Pure Land Buddhist and Daoist magics and is an international radio co-host (ddtrh.com).

Atanu Nandy MB BS, DMV, MD

Atanu Nandy MB BS, MD, DMV brings more than 25 years of teaching experience and applicable clinical diagnostics in the fields of Microbiology / Immunology / Infectious Diseases working in various hospitals and medical schools in India, the Caribbean, and Canada.

Paul Rooney

After three and half years of study and clinical practice, he graduated with a master’s degree and a passion for Oriental healing arts. During his training he found that he has a real talent and instinct for this profession. Paul moved back to the east coast and chose Rochester as his future home and place of business.

William (Yee Jin) Sung, TCMP

William (Yee Jin) Sung is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist (CTCMPAO). He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Traditional Chinese

Medicine/Acupuncture from Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China. 

Matthew Sedo, R.Ac

Matt apprenticed at a local tuina and acupuncture clinic in Toronto and immediately fell in love with the practice. Tuina as been a staple part of his acupuncture practice ever since. His clinical focus centers around providing pain management, rehabilitation and stress relief.

Dondrub Wangchuk ZSP

When he was 20 years old Dondrub began to practice Kung fu, the original definition being “excellence achieved through long practice in any endeavour”. The “endeavour” he chose to pursue was Chinese Martial Arts. “I studied for 10 years, and learned how to be in tune with my body on a much deeper level than I ever thought possible”.

Christine Yang

Christine takes a holistic view toward the source of pain & related movement limitation disorders. After asking detailed questions, examining closely the pulse, the tongue and palpating the affected body (shape, color, temperature, marks etc.), Christine will come up with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment plan.

Timothy Sibbald, B.Sc, B.Med (China) R. TCMP

After completing a degree from Queen’s University in Life Sciences, Tim devoted a decade of his life to the study of Chinese Medicine. He spent three years in Beijing before moving to Shanghai to enrol in a dual-degree medical program (in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture/Tuina) at the Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Vilawan Thatayatikom

Vilawan Thatayatikom is a Registered Acupuncturist (R.Ac) and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCMP), licensed in both Ontario and British Columbia. She has completed her TCM education with honours at Humber College in Toronto, including clinical experience in Taiwan. She has also completed the Doctor in Traditional Chinese Medicine Program at Tzu Chi International College in Vancouver.

Paymon Sadrolsadot MD (Iran), PhD

Paymon received his medical degree from Iran where he practiced as a family physician for 7 years. He later moved to China and completed a 5 year PhD program in Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture where he was fortunate enough to be under the supervision of TCM professor Dr. Chen XinYi at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. 

Zuocheng Wang R.Ac, R.TCMP, PhD

With over 30 years of experience in internal martial arts, Qigong, and TCM, Zuocheng emphasizes the health integrity of a human being within and in harmony with the environment, from psychological to physical and individual to social.

Simon Yoon

Simon’s enthusiasm for Wellness led him to study the healing art of Five Element Acupuncture at Saam Five Element Acupuncture Institute in Korea. In 2000, following his studies in Korea, Simon came to Canada and completed the four-year diploma at Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Yuxiang Wang,  R.Ac, R.TCMP, M.Sc. Dipl. Ac.

With her strong background in gynecology, Yuxiang Wang currently specializes in such diseases as infertility, dysmenorrhea, irregular menstruation, and menopause. She has also successfully treated a wide range of chronic and acute illnesses during her many years of practicing experience.

Amrit Singh

Amrit Singh, Registered Acupuncturist and 'Healthcare Professional of the Year' Notable Award winner, has been working with women and their health for over a decade. Through her experience as an Acupuncturist focusing on Cosmetic Acupuncture, fertility, and digestive issues Amrit began to see the impacts of how lifestyle, societal expectations, relationships and workplace environments were taking a toll on women's health.

Zoey Xinyi Gong

Zoey Gong is a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) chef and a registered dietitian. Born in Shanghai, China, she now lives in Brooklyn, New York. She is the founder of Five Seasons TCM, a POC-founded boutique wellness brand that shares and modernizes the knowledge of TCM food therapy through educational content, functional products, and its unique aesthetics.

Sarah Kreitzer

Meet Sarah Kreitzer, R. Ac and clinic owner of Acupuncture Center Toronto. A pioneer Toronto Acupuncturist of over 20 years, Sarah has been so busy that she has not accepted new patients in over 5 years. Sarah’s media appearances include: The National Post, Diply, Global News, Theskiny blog, Readers Digest, Satellite XM radio, Canadian Living, Glow Magazine.