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Luis A. Chang Chio

Summary

Well-qualified TCM practitioner highly experienced in acupuncture. Safety-conscious and diligent to apply needles correctly. Desiring fast-paced position with talented and growing team.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Acupuncturist

Main Center Of Traditional And Natural Medicine
02.1999 - 01.2003
  • Conducted patient assessments and implemented techniques to balance and harmonize mind, body and spirit.
  • Inserted needles to provide acupuncture treatment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Taught meditation and breathing exercises while using aromatherapy to lower heart and stress rates.
  • Developed individual treatment plans and strategies.

Chief Medical Doctor

Main Clinic Of Natural And Traditional Medicine
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
  • Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.

Chief Medical Doctor

Main Clinic Of Natural And Traditional Medicine
01.1998 - 01.2003
  • Diagnosed and treated patients suffering from chronic conditions.
  • Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
  • Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
  • Teamed with other physicians, specialists and health care providers to provide well-rounded care for complex cases.

Medical Doctor

Policlinic Gaspar
02.2003 - 07.2007


  • Interviewed patients concerning physical complaints, discussed symptoms, asked questions and suggested treatment options.
  • Diagnosed issues and implemented treatment plans to resolve problems or help manage symptoms.
  • Ordered and executed various tests, analyses and diagnostic images to provide information on patient condition.
  • Conducted physical assessments of relevant body areas and performed standardized tests to check responses.
  • Identified alternative pain control methods to avoid use of opioids and other overly-abused narcotics.

Acupuncturist

Policlinic's Gaspar
02.2003 - 07.2007
  • Inserted needles to provide acupuncture treatment.
  • Developed individual treatment plans and strategies.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.

Licensed Acupuncturist

TCM Physicians Clinic
01.2013 - 02.2015
  • Helped patients manage pain, Spinal disorders issue and other physical problems through acupuncture sessions.
  • Inserted needles to provide acupuncture treatment.
  • Adhered to local, state and federal laws, regulations and statutes.
  • Formulated herbal preparations to treat conditions, considering herbal properties such as toxicity, contraindications and incompatibilities.
  • Taught meditation and breathing exercises while using aromatherapy to lower heart and stress rates.
  • Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.

Licensed Acupuncturist

Self Employed Services
01.2015 - Current
  • Helped patients manage pain, physical problems through acupuncture sessions.
  • Counseled patients on beneficial lifestyle changes to complement acupuncture treatments.
  • Manual therapy, Moxibustion, Cupping, Electric stimulation.
  • Formulated herbal preparations to treat conditions, considering herbal properties such as toxicity, contraindications and incompatibilities.

Education

Master of Science - Chinese Medicine And Herbology

Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine
Fort Lauderdale, FL
12.2012

Bachelor of Science - Chinese Medicine And Herbology

Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine
Fort Lauderdale, FL
12.2012

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of The Sacred Heart
01.2012

M.D. - Medicine

Superior Institute of Medical Science
Ciego De Avila
07.1997

Skills

  • Cupping Skills
  • Information Intake
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Diagnostic Skills
  • Lifestyle Counseling
  • Stretching Exercises
  • Infection Control Procedures
  • Breathing Techniques
  • Exercise Programs
  • Manual Therapy Techniques

Certification

  • Licensed Acupuncturist - 01/13/2013
  • Registered Nurse - 02/27/2014
  • Acupuncture Injection course - 08/10/2012
  • Intensive Teacher Training course at The Yoga Institute of Miami - 12/10/2007
  • Yoga Instructor Program (Cuban Yoga Association ) - 12/16/2006

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Licensed Acupuncturist

Self Employed Services
01.2015 - Current

Licensed Acupuncturist

TCM Physicians Clinic
01.2013 - 02.2015

Medical Doctor

Policlinic Gaspar
02.2003 - 07.2007

Acupuncturist

Policlinic's Gaspar
02.2003 - 07.2007

Acupuncturist

Main Center Of Traditional And Natural Medicine
02.1999 - 01.2003

Chief Medical Doctor

Main Clinic Of Natural And Traditional Medicine
01.1998 - 01.2003

Chief Medical Doctor

Main Clinic Of Natural And Traditional Medicine
01.1998 - 01.2003

Master of Science - Chinese Medicine And Herbology

Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine

Bachelor of Science - Chinese Medicine And Herbology

Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine

Associate of Science - Nursing

University of The Sacred Heart

M.D. - Medicine

Superior Institute of Medical Science
Luis A. Chang Chio