Acupuncture

Acupuncture is the gentle insertion of very fine needles at specific points on the body. This process stimulates movement of energy within the body and thus allowing natural healing to take place. History: Acupuncture originated in China over 3,000 years ago. It is part of the Traditional Chinese Medicine system. Acupuncture helps to prevent illnesses by improving the overall functionality ... Read More

Acupuncture is the gentle insertion of very fine needles at specific points on the body. This process stimulates movement of energy within the body and thus allowing natural healing to take place.

History: Acupuncture originated in China over 3,000 years ago. It is part of the Traditional Chinese Medicine system. Acupuncture helps to prevent illnesses by improving the overall functionality of the body's immune and organ systems. Acupuncture has the ability to:

Relieve pain
Enhance immunity
Balance, harmonize and strengthen the activity of the internal organs
Relax and strengthen the muscular and skeletal systems
Calm the mind, relieve anxiety and nervousness
Harmonize energy


Herbal Remedies

For thousands of years, herbs originated from plants, mineral, and animals sources have been used for preventing and treating diseases. Herbal Therapy is one of the major pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine and its unique characteristic being the degree to which formulation is done - A formula usually contains at least 4 to 20 herbs. Properties of herbs include: hot, warm, cold, neutral,... Read More

For thousands of years, herbs originated from plants, mineral, and animals sources have been used for preventing and treating diseases. Herbal Therapy is one of the major pillars of Traditional Chinese Medicine and its unique characteristic being the degree to which formulation is done - A formula usually contains at least 4 to 20 herbs.

Properties of herbs include: hot, warm, cold, neutral, aromatic, sour, bitter, sweet, spicy, and salty. The various combinations of temperature and taste give the herb its properties and ability to influence the Yin and Yang energy of the human body. Thus, herbs have the function to warm, cool, tonify, move stagnation, etc.


Registered Dietician

A Registered Dietitian (RD) is a healthcare professional trained in the science of nutrition and dietetics. RDs provide personalized nutrition counseling and education to individuals and groups, addressing a wide range of health concerns such as weight management, diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, food allergies, and more. In addition to counseling, RDs may also develop an... Read More

A Registered Dietitian (RD) is a healthcare professional trained in the science of nutrition and dietetics. RDs provide personalized nutrition counseling and education to individuals and groups, addressing a wide range of health concerns such as weight management, diabetes, heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, food allergies, and more.

In addition to counseling, RDs may also develop and implement nutrition care plans, conduct assessments to determine nutritional needs, monitor dietary intake and progress, and collaborate with other members of the healthcare team to provide comprehensive care.

Overall, Registered Dietitians play a vital role in promoting health and wellness through evidence-based nutrition interventions, helping individuals achieve their health goals and improve their overall quality of life.

Peihan, Valerie Duzita, a dedicated Registered Acupuncturist with a multifaceted background geared towards holistic healthcare. Armed with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from Purdue University, USA, Peihan brings a unique perspective to her practice, blending business acumen with a deep-seated passion for wellness.

Her journey into the realm of acupuncture began with comprehensive education at KPU, where she honed her skills and gained a solid foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Peihan’s commitment to excellence and her innate caring nature drive her to continuously expand her knowledge and expertise in the field of healthcare.

Peihan specializes in a variety of acupuncture techniques tailored to meet the diverse needs of her clients. Her arsenal includes cold laser pain-free acupuncture, TCM pediatric meridian massage, weight management through metabolism protocols, special scalp acupuncture, and specialized skin therapy focusing on beauty from the inside out. Her treatments are designed to promote balance, alleviate discomfort, and enhance overall vitality.

Peihan, Valerie Duzita, a dedicated Registered Acupuncturist with a multifaceted background geare... Read More

With 20 years of specialty acupuncture and herbal medicine, Jennifer Gao has the expertise to offer patients high-quality therapies. Jennifer’s down-to-earth and passionate humanity provide her with the continual motivation to pursuit a variety of natural therapeutic techniques in China and Canada. She integrates a wide range of modalities into her acupuncture treatment which includes cupping, moxibustion, herbal remedy, natural supplements, massage, aromatherapy, etc. Her multi-dimensional approach is a great benefit to her patients. Jennifer strongly believes in preventive medicine; therefore, patient education and empowerment are high priorities in her practice.

Over the years, Jennifer has specialized in pain management, women’s health ranging from PMS, fertility issues, pregnancy to peri-menopausal symptoms, digestive imbalances, autoimmune disorders, children’s illness, and acupuncture facial rejuvenation. She earned her medical degree in Mainland China in 1996. She currently teaches at the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver.

Jennifer’s Credentials:

Registrant of College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia (CTCMA) Executive Council Member of the 2nd Board of Specialty Committee of ENT and Stomatology (WFCMS) Board Member of United Acupuncturists & TCM Association of BC (UAABC) Instructor of International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver (ICTCMV) Registered Acupuncture Provider with Blue Cross for members of RCMP, Canada Force, and Veteran Member of Acupuncture Association of People’s Republic of China Bachelor of Medicine Degree from Guangzhou University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (China) Postgraduate program specialized in Acupuncture Clinical Practice Postgraduate program specialized in Auricular Medicine Certification of Contemporary Chinese Pulse Diagnosis (DRS)

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As an experienced Tuina therapist, Eric has dedicated many years to providing top-quality treatments aimed at alleviating patients’ pain. His expertise lies in addressing musculoskeletal conditions such as muscle and tendon pain, numbness, and restricted movement, particularly in the neck, shoulders, lower back, hips, and calves. Through traditional therapies such as Tuina and cupping, he effectively relieves these symptoms, offering patients significant relief and improved mobility.

Additionally, Eric employs unique head, foot, and abdominal massages to help patients release stress and improve organ circulation, addressing gastrointestinal issues caused by emotional stress, work pressure, and dietary factors.

Eric holds a bachelor’s degree and completed his Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) studies at Tzu Chi International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver. He is currently a registered TCM practitioner in British Columbia. He also possesses a Tuina qualification certificate from China and has pursued additional TCM apprenticeship courses and Chen-style Tai Chi training.

Eric’s previous work experience includes roles at Guangzhou Youyi Import and Export Company and Alliance Française de Canton, where he became a multilingual professional fluent in Mandarin, Cantonese, English, and French. Since 2017, he has accumulated extensive clinical experience at Uspa, Harbor Medical Wellness Centre, and Golden Feet Reflexology & Chinese Tuina Massage & Acupuncture.

作为一名经验丰富的推拿师,Eric多年来致力于为患者提供优质治疗,减轻他们的痛苦。他专注于肩颈、腰背、髋部及小腿部位的肌肉筋腱酸痛、麻木及活动受限问题,通过推拿和火罐疗法有效缓解症状。此外,他通过独特的头部、足底和腹部按摩,帮助因精神情绪、工作压力和饮食引起的胃肠功能障碍患者释放压力,加速脏器循环。

Eric拥有学士学位,并在慈济温哥华国际中医学院完成中医师课程,目前是BC省注册中医师。他持有中国推拿就业资格证,并参加了中医师承课程和陈式太极拳学习。

Eric曾在广州友谊经贸公司和广州法语联盟工作,精通中文(普通话、粤语)、英语和法语。自2017年起,他在Uspa、Harbor Medical Wellness Centre及Golden Feet Reflexology & Chinese Tuina Massage & Acupuncture等机构积累了丰富的临床经验。

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Amy Yiu, BSc, RD Registered Dietitian, Certified Diabetes Educator & Online Nutritionist

Specialty: Asian Diets, Weight Loss, Metabolic syndromes, Chronic Disease (Heart Health, Bone Health, Pre-diabetes, Diabetes), Meal Planning, Seniors Health)

When you meet Amy you can’t help to be drawn to her infectious enthusiasm, optimism and sincere care for her clients. She loves teaching and mentoring and is known for her kind, reassuring and lighthearted nature. Her clients enjoy the balance of her detail oriented understanding of nutrition wrapped with the ability to offer simplified and practical ideas that can work for any family situation. She is naturally curious, multi-passionate and loves to learn and develop skills in a wide variety of areas. Since 2008 Amy has worked as a nutrition counsellor and educator, author, media expert, and workshop facilitator. Amy has extensive experience in education for weight concerns, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, bone health, seniors health and family meal planning. She is continuing to expand her knowledge in mental health, menopause and how western medicine and traditional Chinese medicine can intersect for overall wellness. She specializes in the Asian diet and cross-cultural sensitivity of food choices and offering nutrition support in English, Mandarin and Cantonese.

She is founder of Libra Nutrition and at any time leads a team of over a dozen student volunteers in a variety of nutrition education projects for the community, grocery industry and non-profit sector. She and her team have published over 500 nutrition-related articles in multiple Asian magazines and national newspapers including Ming Pao, Foodoir, Voices Weekly and Today Commercial News. She co-authored Dietitians at Home, a cookbook for the whole family with easy and nutritious Asian-inspired recipes and is currently writing her second book. She is a regular Chinese TV and radio talk show guest expert on nutrition for programs such as OMNI Television and AM1470 in Vancouver.

She has proudly served as the spokesperson for the Dietitians of Canada National Nutrition Month campaigns in British Columbia for close to a decade. Amy is a recipient of the Leadership Award by the Dietitians of Canada to recognize her contributions to the profession and the community. In 2023, Amy was recognized as one of the Top 10 Dietitians by Today’s Dietitians magazine. Over the past decade, she has conducted over 200 in-person and virtual community workshops and touched the lives of over 20,000 people who have attended. She passionately continues to expand her skills as a virtual presenter offering virtual nutrition workshops for organizations and non-profits. Amy is registered with the College of Dietitians of British Columbia and Dietitians of Canada.

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