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
Ciego De Avila, Cuba
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
Ciego De Avila, Cuba
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
Ciego De Avila, Cuba
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
Ciego De Avila, Cuba
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
Ciego De Avila Cuba
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
Miami, FL
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
Miami, FL
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, FL12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Chinese Medicine And Herbology
Atlantic Institute of Oriental Medicine
Fort Lauderdale, FL12.2012
Associate of Science - Nursing
University of The Sacred Heart
01.2012
M.D. - Medicine
Superior Institute of Medical Science
Ciego De Avila07.1997
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