Andres Gonzalez
Escondido,CA
Summary
"Highly qualified and experienced (with more than 15 years of experience), licensed TCM practitioner and M.D., graduated from Traditional Chinese Medicine University in Guangzhou, P.R. China. Safety-conscious and diligent, Providing quality care to patients of a wide range of ages and backgrounds. With a proven track record of successfully diagnosing and treating a variety of chronic and acute medical conditions."
"Experienced teacher with a passion for research, enthusiastic about supporting advancements in acupuncture using fMRI. Eager to apply knowledge in designing research projects."
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acupuncturist
Truecare
03.2023 - Current
- Starting a new line of service (Acupuncture) in a FQHC facility, with an average of 10 patients per day.
- Diagnosed and treated patients using principles of TCM.
- Established loyal client base through personalized treatment plans and attentive customer service.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care for patient's overall wellness.
- Adhered to strict sanitation standards, guaranteeing a clean and safe environment for all clients.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay current with industry trends, enhancing expertise in traditional Chinese medicine practices.
Professional Translator
Diamond Personnel LLC
05.2023 - Current
- Providing high quality medical translations from complex medical cases, online medical second opinions, including but not limited to radiology and laboratory results, etc, English to Spanish and Spanish to English.
Acupuncturist
Pacific Medical Care/Pacific Bay Recovery
01.2014 - 02.2023
- Providing acupuncture treatments, and Asian massage to patients in rehabilitation from addiction, as well as patients with chronic pain, and psychiatric conditions.
- Conducted TaiJi, QiGong 40 min classes 3/week with patients in addiction recovery program
- Work in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team consisting of osteopaths, psychologists, physical therapists, pharmacists, etc.
- Improved overall mental well-being of participants by creating personalized meditation plans based on individual needs.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, promoting open communication among participants and fostering a supportive environment.
- Consulted with patients to establish their desired treatment outcomes, effectively setting realistic expectations for acupuncture therapy.
Acupuncturist/Owner
Metta Acupuncture
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Streamlined appointment scheduling process, optimizing time management skills while accommodating a growing number of clients.
- Contributed to the successful operation of a thriving acupuncture clinic by diligently maintaining client records and managing financial transactions.
- Maintained detailed patient records, ensuring accurate documentation of treatments, progress, and outcomes.
- Provided exceptional care for individuals experiencing acute or chronic conditions, as well as mental health, through targeted acupuncture techniques.
- Formulated herbal preparations to treat conditions, considering herbal properties such as toxicity, contraindications and incompatibilities.
Adjunct Faculty
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Provide a professional higher education class (Medical Physical Examination) to students from the MAOM program
- Created excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by delivering engaging subject matter.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
Founder/President
Addiction Research and Healing Sanctuary
11.2020 - Current
- Making public/social awareness through social media for the non profit.
- Secured funding for company growth through investor relations and networking activities.
Medical Doctor (General Practitioner) and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Private Practice in Mexico City Mexico
09.2012 - 11.2020
- Created treatment plans balancing medical expertise (Eastern and Western), patient goals and individual compliance levels.
- Administered specialized treatment for multiple patients daily.
- Treated acute and chronic conditions to reduce symptoms and improve health.
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
Acupuncturist and Medical Doctor
GoClinic Toluca, Mexico
09.2011 - 09.2012
- Evaluated effects of treatments by observing, noting, and assessing patient's progress.
- Provided clients with individualized courses of acupuncture treatment, as well as prescribing Western medication.
- Counseled patients on beneficial lifestyle changes to complement acupuncture treatments.
- Fostered community awareness of acupuncture benefits by participating in local health fairs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care for patients'' overall wellness.
Invited foreign professor
Southern Medical University (China)
11.2010 - 12.2010
- Providing classes to medical students about English medical terminology.
- Used variety of learning modalities and support materials to facilitate learning process and accentuate presentations.
Auxiliary Doctor
National Institute of Fine Arts
11.2005 - 01.2007
- Responsible for providing medical services to all personnel, as well as museum visitors, treating an average of 10 people per day.
- Screening for degenerative, chronic, life threatening disorders, etc in the personnel as well as provide their treatment.
- Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions, and suggested treatment options.
- Delivered expert consultation and referrals for appropriate and effective treatment plans.
- Identified serious conditions and emergency situations and immediately referred to hospital for prompt care.
- Prescribed medications and therapies to improve patients' health and well-being.
- Provided and managed direct patient care by conducting physical examinations, evaluations and assessments to determine diagnosis.
Teacher and Medical Sales Coordinator
Health and Life Group Mexico
10.2004 - 01.2005
- Provide high school students, preventive medicine classes in different public schools up to 5 times per week.
- In charge of Medical Sales Division.
- Provided comprehensive training to new staff members, ensuring they were well-equipped with knowledge and skills needed to excel in their roles as medical coordinators.
Education
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine -
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
San Diego, CA2018
Master's Degree in Acupuncture and TuiNa massage -
University Of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Guangzhou P.R. China
Guangzhou, P.R. China2011
M.D. - General Medicine
Anahuac University
Mexico City 2006
Diploma - Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture
Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College - Berkeley
Berkeley, CA11.2023
No Degree - Clean Needle Technique (CNT) Review Course: Acupun
CCAOM
05.2019
Diploma - Clean Needle Technique
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
San Diego, CA01.2012
Diploma - Basic Mandarin Chinese
University of Language And Culture
Beijing , P.R. China01.2008
No Degree - Basic Mandarin Chinese
Autonomous University of Mexico
Mexico City. 01.2007
Diploma - Basic Human Acupuncture Medical Course
Mexican Association of Medical Acupuncture
Mexico City. 01.2006
Diploma - General Shiatsu Massage Course
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Mexico City 01.2005
Diploma - Advanced Shiatsu Massage Course
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Mexico City 01.2005
Diploma - Ear Acupuncture Course
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Mexico City 01.2005
Diploma - Hinaishin Course (Intradermal Needling)
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Mexico City 01.2005
Diploma - Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Course
November 20th Hospital
Mexico City 03.2003
Skills
- Fluent in English, Spanish, and Mandarin; culturally competent
- Bilingual in Western Medical Terminology (English and Spanish)
- Experience translating Western medical documents (English-Spanish)
- Owned and successfully ran a private practice of combined Western and Oriental Medicine treatments in Mexico for 6 years
- Experience working with high-conflict patients
- Expert user of Moodle (learning and course management platform)
- Knowledgeable in ICD-10
- Extensive experience with EMR Software (Epic, Practice Management, MediTouch, BestNotes)
- Experience developing curriculum for Acupuncture students (Master's level)
- Experience providing Scalp Acupuncture to patients (YNSA)
Websites
Certification
- Medical License, General Practitioner # 4580868 Mexico, Active
- Adult/Child CPR First Aid course, Active
- State of California Acupuncture License, #AC 15708, Active
- Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM), #843907, 05/24/19, Active
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Association), 05/25/22-24
Degrees
- M.D. (Mexico)
- M.S.Ac (China)
- DAOM (USA)
Language Abilities
- English Proficient (fluent written and oral)
- Spanish Proficient (fluent written and oral)
- Mandarin Chinese Intermediate Level (fluent orally and intermediate writing)
Personal Information
Nationality: USA
Music producer
I am also passionate in producing music of various genres, using Logic pro software as well as hundreds of VST (Virtual Studio Technology)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Mandarin
Professional Working
Timeline
Professional Translator
Diamond Personnel LLC
05.2023 - Current
Acupuncturist
Truecare
03.2023 - Current
Acupuncturist/Owner
Metta Acupuncture
12.2021 - 05.2022
Founder/President
Addiction Research and Healing Sanctuary
11.2020 - Current
Adjunct Faculty
Pacific College Of Oriental Medicine
09.2016 - 01.2018
Acupuncturist
Pacific Medical Care/Pacific Bay Recovery
01.2014 - 02.2023
Medical Doctor (General Practitioner) and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Private Practice in Mexico City Mexico
09.2012 - 11.2020
Acupuncturist and Medical Doctor
GoClinic Toluca, Mexico
09.2011 - 09.2012
Invited foreign professor
Southern Medical University (China)
11.2010 - 12.2010
Auxiliary Doctor
National Institute of Fine Arts
11.2005 - 01.2007
Teacher and Medical Sales Coordinator
Health and Life Group Mexico
10.2004 - 01.2005
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine -
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
Master's Degree in Acupuncture and TuiNa massage -
University Of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Guangzhou P.R. China
M.D. - General Medicine
Anahuac University
Diploma - Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture
Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College - Berkeley
No Degree - Clean Needle Technique (CNT) Review Course: Acupun
CCAOM
Diploma - Clean Needle Technique
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
Diploma - Basic Mandarin Chinese
University of Language And Culture
No Degree - Basic Mandarin Chinese
Autonomous University of Mexico
Diploma - Basic Human Acupuncture Medical Course
Mexican Association of Medical Acupuncture
Diploma - General Shiatsu Massage Course
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Diploma - Advanced Shiatsu Massage Course
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Diploma - Ear Acupuncture Course
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Diploma - Hinaishin Course (Intradermal Needling)
TAO Medical Center of Acupunctural Investigation
Diploma - Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Course
November 20th Hospital
- Medical License, General Practitioner # 4580868 Mexico, Active
- Adult/Child CPR First Aid course, Active
- State of California Acupuncture License, #AC 15708, Active
- Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM), #843907, 05/24/19, Active
- Basic Life Support (American Heart Association), 05/25/22-24
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