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AcuDownloads

November 6, 2024

We’re excited to bring you a powerful new benefit that is designed to support your practice’s growth!

Through our partnership with AcuDownloads, you now have access to over 1300 marketing tools specifically created for acupuncturists. Whether you’re feeling stuck with your marketing, or simply don’t know where to start, AcuDownloads makes it easy. 

You’ll find everything you need to engage your patients, attract new ones, and streamline your marketing efforts—all in one place.

Here’s what you get with AcuDownloads:
– Social media graphics, clinic videos, newsletters, patient helpsheets, and more
– Pre-made content that’s ready for you to use, saving you time and energy
– Live training sessions to help you stay ahead in your marketing

As a member of our association, you can enjoy all of this at a 15% discount with code TCMO1525, and support the association as well.

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All Merchants: Debit and Credit Card Processing

July 23, 2024

Leading the way in innovation, AMS Canada and Clover Canada work together to
provide high -performing solutions that keep you , as a business owner, organised and
concentrated on what really matters: taking care of your customers and growing your
business.

Every Clover element on our platform, including our business management software,
payment processing and personal customer care, is made with you and your needs in
mind.

Our shared objective is to provide business owners with the assurance that we have your
back.

We have a solid reputation for trust, openness, and exceptional customer service in
Canada thanks to the combination of our beliefs and hands-on support.
We see this as a relationship, and as such, we work hard to develop and assist your
organization as your partner.

Having a personal account manager from AMS Canada ensures that you receive
excellent service regardless of the problem or the issue.

To guarantee a smooth launch, your AMS account manager will also help you with setup
and training. We are available to you around-the-clock, 365 days a year from boarding to
ensure continue daily needs.

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Rise Market: Healthy Foods Delivered

July 23, 2024

Your home for healthy, affordable food – delivered from a local company. Our code TCMO20 is now active. The code will provide a 20% discount off of the annual membership link.

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Wang Ju-yi’s Applied Channel Theory: Module 1 – Channel Diagnosis and Palpation Seminar

June 29, 2024

Details:

Schedule:
Day 1: July 12, 2024 from 9:00AM – 12:00PM ET
Day 2 & 3: July 13 – 14, 2024 from 10:00AM – 6:00PM ET

Location:
Day 1: Online on Zoom.
Day 2 & 3: In-person at AIM Academy, 455 Spadina Ave, Suite 300, Toronto, ON, M5S 2G8

Requirement: You are required to have a solid TCM theory background and have read the required text (Wang Ju-yi and Jason Roberston’s book, “Applied Channel Theory in Chinese Medicine.”)

Price: $750

TCMO Member Price: $650

AIM Alumni Price: $650 (Alumni, register by calling 416-323-1818 ext. 200 to receive your discounted rate. Payment can be made in person by VISA, MC, or Interact or over the phone using VISA and MC, or by e-transfer at any time.)

Payment Options:

  1. Payment can be made online by Visa or MasterCard
  2. In person using Visa, Mastercard, or interac
  3. Via e-transfer to info@aim-academy.ca

Registration: Register online through our Shopify store or over the phone by calling 416 323 1818 ext. 200. Registrations are taken on a first come, first serve basis. Register early to avoid disappointment.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations made on or before two weeks prior to the course start date will result in a $50 + HST cancellation fee. Cancellations made after that date will not receive a refund.

Description:

Developed by Dr. Wang Ju-yi over 50 years in Beijing clinics, hospitals, colleges and research institutes, it involves the rigorous combination of theory and diagnostic technique. In addition to channel examination, Applied Channel Theory is a comprehensive system that includes channel theory (channel qi transformation), channel differentiation, channel selection, the nature of acupuncture points, point selection and location, and various methods of channel regulation (like acupuncture, moxibustion, hand techniques and so on).

This two-day class will focus on learning the basics of channel examination through interactive lectures and hands-on practice of technique. Channel examination is a classical diagnostic technique not often taught in modern acupuncture schools in the West. Emphasized in the earliest Chinese medical texts (Nei Jing/Nan Jing), examination of the channels is essential to confirming diagnosis and refining point selection.

Channel examination involves the methods of observation, feeling temperature/moisture, palpation of pulses, pressing and palpation of channels. The emphasis of the course will be on channel palpation of the 12 main channels, and the various changes that can be discovered. Ren and du vessel palpation will also be taught.

In addition, an exploration of channel-based physiology will be presented from Applied Channel Theory in Chinese Medicine and An Introduction to Applied Channel Theory（《经络医学概论》）. The course will focus on lectures on channel physiology and their common pathologies. Common point pairs will also be introduced.

This course can be considered as an introductory course on Applied Channel Theory, as Dr. Wang believed that mastery of this system first requires knowledge of the channels, particularly their physiology and actual physical location in the body.

Future classes will build upon the foundations of his course.

Subjects covered will include:

  • Classical channel physiology and a discussion of how physiology manifests with specific, palpable changes on the acupuncture channels.
  • Techniques for the accurate palpation of each of the fourteen major channels, especially the exact crevice where each channel travels. This section of the class will involve hands-on work by the students.
  • How to utilize information gleaned from channel palpation to refine and simplify diagnosis.

Course Outline:

Day 1: Three hour Online Class (on Zoom)

  1. Introduction to Applied Channel Theory
  2. What are channels?
  3. Five Methods of Channel Examination
  4. Description of Common Channel Changes

Day 2: In-person Class

  1. Palpation of the tai yin, yang ming, jue yin and shao yang channels.
  2. Physiology and common pathology of the tai yin – yang ming, and jue yin – shao yang channels, including discussion on their common point pairs.

Day 3: In-person Class

  1. Palpation of the shao yin, tai yang, du and ren.
  2. Physiology and common pathology of the shao yin -tai yang, including discussion of their common point pairs.
  3. Discussion on the six methods of channel selection — how do we decide which channels to select for treatment?

Instructor:

Jonathan Chang graduated from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine in 2012 with a degree in Chinese Medicine. In 2008 he began his apprenticeship with Dr. Wang Ju-yi in Beijing, and was Dr. Wang’s full-time assistant at the Wang Ju-yi Applied Channel Theory Research Center and Clinic from 2012 to 2017.

In August 2012, he was recognized by the Beijing Administration of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Beijing Acupuncture and Moxibustion Association and Wang Ju-yi, as an official instructor of Applied Channel Theory. In May 2015, Jonathan was formally recognized by Wang Ju-yi as an indoor apprentice.

He worked on Dr. Wang’s clinical case studies book Wang Ju-yi’s Applied Channel Theory Clinical Case Studies (2014), and was also one of the main contributors to Dr. Wang’s An Introduction to Applied Channel Theory (2016).

Jonathan is from Canada, but has lived in China since 2002. He currently works as a TCM doctor at the Ling Lan TCM Clinic in Beijing.

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AGM 2024 Recording

June 19, 2024

SHIATSU 101 with T’agyol Daniel Adler

June 19, 2024

ABOUT

Shiatsu is a popular style of Japanese Bodywork that can help you to maintain better health and ease the aches and stresses of daily life. This introductory course will teach you how to provide and receive a full shiatsu massage treatment using correct shiatsu therapeutic massage techniques through hands on practice.

STUDENTS WILL LEARN: 

  • The history of Shiatsu and Traditional Chinese Medicine. 
  • Basic shiatsu theory, holding pressure, point location and reasons for triggering those points 
  • Treatment plans designed for various conditions 
  • Self shiatsu techniques 
  • Meditation, breathing exercises which promote better overall health. 
  • Meridian stretches, designed to increase circulation in the body, blood and energy levels.

UPCOMING DATES

Mon, July 29th – Fri, August 2nd, 2024
Monday – Friday 9:00AM – 5:00PM 

Regular Price: $525 + HST 
TCMO Member Price: $400 + HST 

Location: In Person at AIM Academy 
455 Spadina Ave, Suite 300 
Toronto, ON., M5S 2G8

About T’agyol Daniel Adler

With African roots and Canadian branches, T’agyol Daniel Adler has been offering Traditional Asian Medicine treatments in Toronto for the past 23 years. Trained in Zen Shiatsu, Acupuncture and Kampo (Japanese Herbal Medicine) he is proud and excited to be teaching this Shiatsu Introductory Programme. 

In Clinic, Daniel works with a wide range of conditions ranging from musculoskeletal pain and stress to more specific concerns around digestion and menstruation/ He also has a large amount of experience treating martial artists and athletes and the injuries that they endure. Daniel is known for his ability to connect deeply with his patients and for his strong commitment to facilitating healing on all levels of his patients’ being. 

As an instructor, Daniel is known for his enthusiasm and for zen shiatsu and his ability to make the work practical and accessible for his students. He strongly believes that zen shiatsu is a constantly evolving and living practice which derives it’s strength and beauty through simple, fundamental techniques and strong, heartfelt connection. 

To Register

Email: info@aim-academy.ca
Phone: 416 323 1818 ext. 200

Two-Day Authentic Cosmetic Acupuncture Workshop

June 12, 2024

Ms. Lanying Cui is a world-renowned expert in cosmetic acupuncture and one of the top cosmetic acupuncturists in China. It is her first time coming to Toronto and providing the cosmetic acupuncture workshop and therefore it is a rarely good opportunity to learn her skills and techniques. In this workshop, you may learn the principles and techniques in cosmetic acupuncture from Ms. Cui. Once you master her techniques, you may achieve long-lasting excellent results in many applications all over the whole body such as wrinkle removal, eye rejuvenation, facial augmentation, face lifting, removal of double chin, plumping up sunken face, and much more.

Descriptions:

Authentic cosmetic acupuncture is to apply needles directly, accurately, and finely to the superficial fascial layer of the skin, quickly and effectively activating the body’s powerful repair function, repairing, and establishing effective blood circulation and tissue metabolism, to restore the function of damaged skin and keep skin in a good health condition.

Examples with Ms. Cui’s Techniques

In this two-day workshop, Ms. Cui will cover the following topics and demonstrate her techniques on a live model.

Day One (July 6th, 2024, 9am to 5pm)

  1. Principles of Zhenjiu Meidiao (Long-lasting authentic cosmetic acupuncture carving).
  2. Improvement and use of needles.
  3. Precautions and contraindications of cosmetic acupuncture.
  4. Anatomical analysis of the facial skin.
  5. Manifestations and diagnosis of facial skin aging.
  6. Initial skin aging and solutions.
  7. On-site demonstration with real model and explanation of cosmetic acupuncture.
  8. How to locate a better layer for cosmetic acupuncture.
  9. Course of treatment and sales of cosmetic acupuncture.
  10. How to provide cosmetic acupuncture to make clients believe in the techniques more.
  11. Six causes of double chin.
  12. How to create the perfect jawline.
  13. Analyze the influence of hyoid bone and hyoid muscle on double chin and girly line.
  14. Remove double chin with cosmetic acupuncture. Design and create a perfect facial contour. Live demonstration with a real model.
  15. Precautions and contraindications of double chin removal. Course of treatment. How to market your skills and techniques.
  16. Analysis of masseter muscle.
  17. Local anatomy of masseter muscle.
  18. Course of treatment and precautions for masseter muscle.

Day Two (July 7th, 2024, 9am to 5pm)

  1. Plump forehead.
  2. Analysis of the bone structure of the forehead. What is the difference between male and female foreheads?
  3. How to identify if a forehead can be plumped?
  4. The techniques and precautions for forehead plumping.
  5. How to identify various types of acne?
  6. Causes of various types of acne.
  7. Precautions for acne removal.
  8. How to control diets and how to prevent acne from recurrence?
  9. Acne removal live demonstration.
  10. Remove acne with cosmetic acupuncture.
  11. Lift face without touching face.
  12. How to carry out face-lifting without touching face?
  13. The course of treatment and precautions for face-lifting without touching face.
  14. Facelift.
  • Facelift.
  • Remove marionette line.
  • Tighten loose skin.
  • Make nasolabial line lighter.
  • Plump cheeks.
  • Make mid-cheek grooves lighter.
  • Fill in facial depressions.
  • Brighten skin.
  • Lighten dark spots.
  • Minimize pores.
  • Get rid of acne.
  • Remove acne marks.
  • Get rid of acne pits.
  • Remove red blood filaments.
  • Get rid of facial redness.
  • Plump slim face.
  • Get rid of chubby cheeks.
  • Correct asymmetric face (Hemifacial Microsomia).
  • Get rid of mouth corner fat (Perioral Mounds).
  • Tighten sagging jawline.
  • Relieve sensitive skin.
  • Lift drooping mouth corners.
  • Remove or fade scars.
  • Get rid of oily face.

Instructor:

In 2008, Ms. Lanying Cui introduced her authentic techniques of cosmetic acupuncture called “Zhen Jiu Mei Diao”, where “Zhen” means authentic, “Jiu” long-lasting, “Mei” beauty or cosmetics, “Diao” sculpture, which has been a registered trademark since 2020.

  1. Ms. Lanying Cui earned a patent for her needles that were designed for her techniques of cosmetic acupuncture in 2019.
  2. Her techniques of cosmetic acupuncture make it possible to have instant and long-lasting therapeutic effects. Here are some examples: removal of wrinkles, removal of double chin, reduction of belly size, removal of eye bag, recovery from injection sequelae, face lifting, etc.
  3. Ms. Lanying Cui has been practicing cosmetic acupuncture since 2008 and has been teaching her techniques of authentic cosmetic acupuncture since 2015. Ten of thousands of students in China and around the world learned her techniques since then. Many of her students have become top cosmetic acupuncturists in their countries and served their clients in local communities.
  4. Ms. Lanying Cui was appointed as an honorary professor by the Canadian Institute of complementary and Alternative Medicine Research (CICAMR), recognizing her as a respected authority in her field.
  5. Ms. Lanying Cui was interviewed and reported by CCTV (China Central TV Network) nationwide in China for her remarkable achievement in cosmetic acupuncture.

Details:

Schedule: Saturday July 6th and Sunday July 7th, 2024

Time: 9:00AM – 5:00PM

Location: John and Jenny Traditional Chinese Medicine College

Address: 8791 Woodbine Ave, Markham, ON L3R 0P4, Canada

CEUs: 16 hours

Cost: $960

TCMO Member Price: $864 (10% off the regular price)

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Microneedling Info-Sharing Session

May 9, 2024

The TCMO is pleased to offer the opportunity for our members to have virtual and in person conversations on topics relevant to the profession. With this in mind, we are pleased to co-host a peer-shared information session to focus on investing in training and a device as well as how to address coverage with their insurance company.  Please note that Practitioners need to do their own due diligence when adding microneedling to their practice.

Peer-shared Information Session on Micro-needling

Host: Bahareh Hosseini, R.TCMP, R.Ac
Co-Hosted by: TCMO
Date: Sunday April 28

This session is an information session based on TCMO member Bahareh Hosseini’s experience incorporating microneedling into her practice over the past 2 years. Please note this is a peer exchange session rather than a “training” session. Suggestions for further training resources will be shared.

Agenda:

  • What is Microneedling used for
  • How can Microneedling potentially fit in an Acupuncture practice and scope: Pros and Cons
  • Acupuncturist Microneedling vs esthetician microneedling
  • Difference between US and Canada
  • Devices and consumables used in microneedling treatments
  • Combining microneedling and acupuncture in practice
  • Training resources for microneedling

Continuing Education at Pacific Rim

March 28, 2024

We are happy to renew and continue to offer the discount code: tcmoforPRCO20

Enhance your acupuncture practice with Pacific Rim College Online’s practitioner-exclusive courses. Earn CEUs through high-quality video content led by expert instructors. Explore various TCM and holistic nutrition/western herbal medicine topics to enrich your professional knowledge. Whether you’re seasoned or just starting, our courses offer essential tools and insights for acupuncture professionals.

Some exclusions may apply. Retroactive refunds not offered— please apply the coupon code prior to checking out.