Dr.
Bin Jiang Wu (President of OCTCM)
Dr.
Wu began his study of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Qi Gong in his
early childhood, under the tutelage of TCM Doctors within his family. He
devoted numerous years to study under several renowned TCM Doctors and
Qi Gong Master in China. After a year as a "Barefoot Doctor", he
obtained his Doctorate of Medicine from Heilongjiang University in 1983.
In 1988, he graduated from the Masters Program in Medicine and Qi Gong
from China Academy of TCM, Beijing. In April 2000, after teaching and
practicing TCM and Qi Gong in Europe and Japan, Dr. Wu became the
President of Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Toronto,
Canada. He uses his 30-years of experience in TCM to prepare Canadian
and International students fro a successful career and lifestyle based
on the traditional healing principles of China.
Dr. Wu
has dedicated many years to bridging the gap between the healing
modalities of the East and West. He has held the position of Clinical
Supervisor at Mount Sinai Hospital Pain Clinic and Michener Institute
for Applied Health Sciences. He is currently the President of the
Hungarian Qi Gong Association, Founder of the International Association
of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Manipulation Techniques, Executive
Director of The Traditional Chinese Medicine Physicians Association of
Canada, Honorary Professor of Acupuncture and Tui Na at Heilongjiang
University of TCM, China, and Founder and President of Wu's Head Massage
International Association.
Dr. Wu's
early experiences with the benefits of Tui Na (Chinese Medicinal) and
with the treatment of "modern diseases" inspired him to develop Wu's
Head Massage. He has recently published, "Wu's Head Massage. A
comprehensive Guide to an Ancient Medicinal Massage". He has also
published over 20 papers on the effectiveness of Traditional Chinese
Medicine.
Dr. Jin Zhang (Honorary
Chair and Professor of Advanced Manipulation)
Dr. Jin Zhang is world
renowned for his expertise in Acupuncture and Moxibution, particularly
in Advanced Manipulation Techniques. He is currently the Chief Doctor
and Professor at TCM Academy of Heilongjiang Province, Professor of Henan University of TCM and Heilongjiang TCM University. Dr. Zhang has
worked for over 60 years on the advancement of TCM worldwide, through
countless hours of practice, research and dedication on a number of TCM
Associations, including his roles as a Board Member of All-China Zhen-Jiu
(Acupuncture & Moxibustion) Association, Chair of The Branch Association of
Acupuncture- Moxibustion Manipulation, Chairman of the Northeast China Research Association of
Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Committee Member of Chinese International
Examination Center of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Panel Member of the
Scientific Evaluation Group of Chinese State Natural Fund, and President
of the International Association of Acupuncture & Moxibustion
Manipulation Techniques. Dr. Zhang has published more than 80 papers in
both Chinese and international journals, and has been presented with
numerous awards for his success in the field of TCM. He earned national
prizes in China for two of his works, “Explanation of Acupuncture and
Moxibustion Compendium” and “Collection of Acupuncture Classic
Literature”.
Dr. Xue Tai Wang
(Honorary Chair and Professor of Advanced Acupuncture)
Dr. Wang is revered by
many as a leader in the field of Advanced Acupuncture and Chinese
Medicine scientific research. He is the Permanent Honorary President of
the World Federation of Acupuncture and Moxibustion Societies, Senior
Advisor of China Association of Acupuncture and Moxibustion, President
of Chine Association of Research and Development of TCM, Advisor of
China Association of TCM and Pharmacy, and Vice Director of the Expert
Consultative Committee of China Academy of Traditional
Chinese Medicine. Dr. Wang presents Advanced
Acupuncture Seminars and Research Studies throughout
the year, both in China and Canada.
Dr. Paul Rosiers
(Professor of TCM Foundation Studies, Chinese Nutritional Therapy)
Dr. Des Rosiers earned his Master of Acupuncture and TCM at Yo San University in
Santa Monica, CA. His dedication to the advancement of TCM and
complimentary medicine is evident in his participation in a number of
Associations including the National Guild for Acupuncture and Oriental
Medicine, Friends of Alternative & Complementary Medicine Therapies
(FACT), and North American Association of Asian Professionals (NAAAP).
Dr. Des Rosiers is also a Diplomat for the National Certification
Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and for the
National Acupuncture
Orthopedics Association. His practice includes Acupuncture and Herbal
Medicine, Chinese and Western Nutrition, Tai Qi and Qi Gong instruction
and Tui Na Massage for the treatment of all chronic and acute diseases.
He specializes in orthopedic injuries, pediatrics and nutrition. Dr. Des
Rosiers offers seminars and workshops in Nutritional Therapy, Auricular
and Scalp Acupuncture and Feng Shui. His articles include, The Treatment
of Low Back Pain and Sciatica with Oriental Medicine, Healthy Cooking
For Today’s Busy Lifestyle, Feng Shui Cooking For Your Health and
Enjoyment and Healthy Eating for Maximum Qi.
Dr. James Yuan
(Professor of Advanced Acupuncture & Moxibustion, Chinese Nutritional
Therapy)
Dr. Yuan obtained his B.Sc. and M.Sc.at Tianjin University of Traditional
Chinese Medicine in China. As a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine
he lectured at the China International College of Traditional Chinese
Medicine. He is also a Diplomat in Acupuncture (NCCAOM), and the Vice
President of Wu's Head Massage International Association. Dr. Yuan has
worked in the field of health preservation and rehabilitation for almost
20 years and has conducted advanced research studies in the prevention
and treatment of senile diseases such as coronary heart diseases,
chronic bronchitis, and
essential hypertension, using Chinese Medicine. His publications
include, "Health Preservation Science in TCM", "The Essence of
Health Preservation and Rehabilitation in Middle Age". He is also one of
the editors for "A Chinese English & English Chinese Dictionary of
Acupuncture and Moxibustion". Dr. Yuan continues to bridge his
understanding of Eastern and Western healing modalities and has recently
completed a Diploma in Food and Nutrition Management. His recent efforts
are to create an educational and treatment system of healing that
combines Chinese Nutritional Therapy with Western Nutritional
Principles.
Dr. Robert Li
(Professor of Advanced Acupuncture & Clinical Supervisor)
Dr. Robert Li obtained his
B.Sc. at Beijing College of Acupuncture & Orthopedics in Beijing, China
and continued to complete his M.Sc. at China Academy of Traditional
Chinese Medicine, China. Dr. Li worked as a Medical Doctor in the
Acupuncture and Neurology Clinic at Guanganmen Hospital in Beijing for 6
years, and reached the position of Chief Physician. He has rich clinical
and teaching experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine, especially in
Acupuncture and Neurological Diseases. He is highly regarded for his
exceptional abilities to translate the traditional teachings and texts
of Chinese
Medicine for English speakers.
Dr. Peter Wong
(Clinical Supervisor and Professor of Advanced Herbal Medicine)
Dr.
Wang completed his Doctorate Degree and an additional year of Advanced
Study in TCM at Ching Wah Chinese Medicine Institute, Hong Kong. In 1978
he founded Wing Han Chinese Herbal Company; a highly regarded
international exporter and supplier of Chinese Herbs. Dr. Wong is an
active member in a number of organizations and associations including
his positions as an Executive member and Professor at the Association of
Hong Kong & Kowloon Practitioners of Chinese Medicine Ltd,
Executive Member
of The Chinese Medicine And Acupuncture Association of Canada, and
Consultant for the Ontario Federation of Chinese Martial Arts
Organizations. In 1988 her was awarded the Higher Diploma in China Trade
by The Institute of Research on Economics of SEZs Hong Kong & Macaw and
the Hong Kong Management Association. He lectures, and offers clinical
supervision and consultation on Advanced Herbal Training in a number of
TCM schools in Toronto. Dr. Wong is an indispensable resource on the
study and practice of Chinese Herbal Medicine.
Dr. Zi Qiang Shan
(Clinical Supervisor)
Dr.
Shan obtained his B.Sc. at Guangzhou Yuexiu Health School and his M.Sc.
at China¡¯s Henan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He has
held a number of prestigious positions such as Executive Committee
Member of the Academy of Chinese Traditional Health Sciences and a
Member of the World Association of Chinese Medicine, Canada Chapter. Dr.
Shan comes from a long family line of TCM Doctors, dating back
to his earliest ancestors. He began his initial
training in this ancient healing
art under the tutelage of his father and grandfather. He has been
successfully practicing and treating disease with Traditional Chinese
Medicine for over 20 years and continues to expose students to advanced
practical experiences in Internal Medicine.
Dr. David Liu Dong
(Professor of Acupuncture & Tuina)
Dr. David Dong Liu
graduated from Medical School in China and Master Degree of Kinesiology
in University of Texas. He has been practicing and teaching acupuncture
and Tuina therapy since 1992. Dr. David Dong Liu have been teaching TCM
exercise / Qigong therapy, acupuncture and Pediatric Tuina therapy. He
is currently working as director of research and development and
associate professor of Acupuncture and Tuina therapy in Ontario College
of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Dr. Vu Le (Professor of
Diagnosis and Chinese Herbal Medicine)
Dr.
Le studied and majored in Biology and Chemistry at the University of
Toronto before going on to finish the Acupuncture and Traditional
Chinese Medicine Program, a 4-years full-time program, and one of the
first of its kind in Canada at the Michener Institute for Applied Health
Sciences. The Michener Institute is the only publicly funded
post-secondary educational institution solely dedicated to educating
professionals in a wide range of Health Care disciplines in Canada.
There, Dr. Le was graduated with distinction and earned his Honours
Diploma of Health Sciences in Acupuncture, and subsequently, a Bachelor
of Health Science (Complementary Medicine) Degree from Charles Sturt
University in Australia. After graduation, Dr. Le was invited to work as
an instructor at the Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in
Toronto, and is currently working as a TCM doctor in the Mississauga
region. Dr. Le is currently a member of The Traditional Chinese Medicine
Physicians Association of Canada.
Dr. Van Lam (Clinical
Supervisor)
Dr.
Lam graduated from the University of Toronto with an Honours B.A. of
Science. Her interest in the wellness of life inspired Dr. Lam to
continue her studies by enrolling in the Acupuncture Program at Michener
Institute for Applied Sciences. While earning her Honours Degree in
Acupuncture and TCM, she concurrently completed her Doctor of TCM
Diploma at OCTCM. With her rich and vast experience in the fields of
Western and Eastern medical research, massage therapy and treatment, Dr.
Lam continues to benefit the school community at OCTCM as a Practitioner
and Clinical Supervisor. She is currently practicing TCM and Massage
Therapy in Mississauga and Toronto, and is a Member of The Traditional
Chinese Medicine Physicians Association of Canada.
Dr. Ali Sajjadi
(Professor of Western Medical Sciences)
Dr.
Sajjadi earned his Doctor of Western Medicine at Tabriz Medical Sciences
University, IRAN. After graduating, Dr. Sajjadi worked as a Family
Physician in a number of Health and Medical Centers, General Hospitals
and with The Red Crescent Society of Iran (Physicians who offer aid in
relief operations and emergency situations and disasters). Before coming
to Canada, Dr. Sajjadi operated a Private Medical Clinic in Iran. His
interest in Eastern modalities of healing inspired him to study TCM in
Canada. He is currently completing his Doctor of TCM Diploma at OCTCM,
while exposing students to Western Medical Diagnostics, Terminology and
Pathology. His areas of research include Chronic disorders, such as
Cancers, Chronic Inflammatory Diseases, Chronic Pain Syndromes,
Psychological and Emotional Problems. His aim is to integrate Western
and Oriental Medicine and to bring Western and Eastern Doctors together
to combine their efforts in the treatment of disease and illness.
Dr. Yancy Chow
(Clinical Supervisor, Professor of Gynecology/Pediatrics)
Dr. Chow graduated from a
number of TCM programs in China including, Hong Kong Chinese Medicine
Institute, Hong Kong Research Academy of Chinese Medical Culture, and
the Hong Kong Acupuncture College He earned his Doctor of Traditional
Chinese Medicine Certificate from the Taiwan Government TCM Examination
Board. Before moving to Canada, Dr. Chow was a highly regarded Professor
at Hong Kong Herbalist Association ¨C Chinese Medicine Research
Institute. He is currently a Member of the Professional College of
Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture of Ontario, The Chinese
Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Canada, Member of the Canadian
Academy of Chinese Traditional Health Sciences. The students at OCTCM
benefit from Dr. Chow ¡s incredible ability to translate Herbal
Principles and guide them through their Herbal Clinical Internships.
Dr. Zoran Jelicic
(Professor of Tui Na Therapy)
Dr.
Jelicic has pursued his interest in complementary medicine for over 10
years. He earned his Diploma in Massage Therapy from Centennial College
in 2001.Dr. Jelicic is the attending massage therapist at St. John's
Rehab Hospital where he is involved in treatments of complex
trauma and burn rehabilitation using unique combination of Massage
Therapy, Aquatic Therapy and TCM. In order to further his knowledge he
studied acupuncture at The Michener Institute for Applied Health Science
and Traditional Chinese Medicine at Ontario College of Traditional
Chinese Medicine, where he received his Doctor of Traditional Chinese
Medicine Honors Diploma. Dr. Jelicic is a Member of the Ontario Massage
Therapists Association, Canadian Massage Therapist Alliance and College
of Massage Therapists of Ontario. He is certified in Aquatic Massage
Therapy and various forms of Tui Na-Chinese Manipulative Therapy.