Linda Harris L.Ac MS
San Diego,CA
Summary
CA Licensed Acupuncturist and doctoral candidate with a proven track record in effectively treating orthopedic disorders, internal medicine, and emotional challenges. Successfully founded Michigan Community Acupuncture to enhance access to care in underserved populations. Expertise in conducting comprehensive patient assessments and creating tailored treatment plans has led to impressive recovery outcomes. Committed to advancing patient health by integrating innovative and evidence-based practices into holistic patient care.
Work History
Acupuncturist
Private Practice
San Diego, CA
03.2020 - 08.2024
- Provided in-person and tele-health consultations to patients, prescribed Chinese herbal formulas, nutrition, and specialized exercise and lifestyle advice
- Documented patient's health history
- Conducted patient interviews to determine health needs and current and future health goals
- Created individualized treatment plans
- Provided acupuncture treatment in person when appropriate, following public health guidelines
- Cupping and gue sha to relieve pain and increase function
Acupuncturist
Michigan Community Acupuncture
01.2006 - 11.2019
- Founded a community acupuncture clinic in an integrative wellness clinic
- Provide treatment on a sliding scale to community in a recession
- Interviewed each patient to access their health needs and goals
- Created individualized treatment plans for both private and group patients
- Integrative setting consulted with and referred when indicated to chiropractic, behavioral health and physical therapy professionals
- Provided individualized acupuncture treatment for each patient in both private and group settings
- Maintained a thorough history and consulted with members of patient's care team when appropriate
- Documented all medical and relevant information of each treatment
Research Assistant Intern
Pacific College Of Health and Science
San Diego, CA
02.2003 - 03.2004
- Selected for a prestigious work-study opportunity analyzing acupuncture's role in pain management.
- Recorded and organized research findings with precision.
- Collaborated with team leader to develop best practices for research methodology.
- Reviewed existing literature in order to assess current state of knowledge within a given field.
Education
Doctoral Candidate in Acupuncture And Chinese Medicine -
03-2025
Master of Science - Oriental Medicine
Bachelor Study in Theatre Design - Set And Costume Design
Skills
- Patient Intake Assessment
- Tailored Treatment Plans
- Maintain comprehensive medical records
- Musculoskeletal disorder treatment
- Pain management expertise
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Proficient in Myofascial Therapy
- Fertility treatment experience
- Geriatric acupuncture care
- Lifestyle counseling
- Expertise in NADA Protocol Implementation
- Addiction recovery assistance
- Herbal medicine
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Cupping therapy proficiency
- Advanced needling techniques
- Weight loss support
- Continuing education commitment
- Research literacy
- Stress reduction techniques
Certification
- CA licensed Acupuncturist
- NCCAOM-Dipl of Acupuncture
Timeline
Acupuncturist - Private Practice
03.2020 - 08.2024
Acupuncturist - Michigan Community Acupuncture
01.2006 - 11.2019
Research Assistant Intern - Pacific College Of Health and Science
02.2003 - 03.2004
Pacific College of Health And Science - Doctoral Candidate in Acupuncture And Chinese Medicine,
Pacific College of Health And Science - Master of Science, Oriental Medicine
Wayne State University - Bachelor Study in Theatre Design, Set And Costume Design
Research
San Diego Hospice, Interviewed patients and documented pain and quality of life
Public health Internships
Operation Samahan UCSD First Lutheran Free clinic
Research
Study of patient response to neuroplastic pain reprocessing teqniques combined with acupuncture
San Diego Hospice, Interviewed patients and documented pain and quality of life
Public health Internships
Operation Samahan UCSD First Lutheran Free clinic
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