Moving the Field of Traditional Chinese Medicine Forward

Supporting R.Ac's and R.TCMP's since 2012

We Work for You

To achieve widespread acceptance and understanding of the scope of practice of R.Acs and R.TCMPs
To provide support and benefits to our colleagues
To be regarded as professionals and experts in our field
To establish TCMO as a viable organization
To achieve equal regard in the practice of needling below the dermis on the provincial healthcare

More from TCMO

Member Spotlight: Jocelito Camargo

February 4, 2026

Jocelito Camargo, R.Ac TwelveM Acupuncture Place and type of practice: Ottawa, Clinic Owner Number of years in practice:10 Number of years as a TCMO member: 3-5 Why I am a member of TCMO: We need an independent voice to represent our interests, and I’m a member because I believe in the effort this association has… Read more »

New Clinical Evidence: Electroacupuncture & Diabetic Neuropathy

News

February 1, 2026

A recent clinical study published in BMC Complementary Medicine and Therapies examined the effects of electroacupuncture on patients experiencing diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain. In this randomized clinical trial, participants receiving electroacupuncture showed statistically significant reductions in pain intensity compared to control groups, alongside improvements in quality-of-life measures. Importantly, adverse effects were minimal, reinforcing acupuncture’s safety… Read more »

Dr. TCM Title Consultation

November 26, 2025

The CTCMPAO is reviewing requirements for the Doctor Title in TCM, and TCMO is submitting formal feedback on behalf of the profession. We Support Removing the University Requirement An earlier idea to require a university TCM degree has been removed from this round of consultation. TCMO supports this change. Ontario does not have a university… Read more »