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Satya Shiva

Doctor Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine
Nevada City,CA

Summary

Compassionate professional with integrative experience in various care and wellness settings, skilled in fostering positive relationships with patients. Proven track record of successfully diagnosing and treating a variety of chronic and acute medical conditions.


Pragmatic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth, and improving operations. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.


Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.


Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
13
13
years of post-secondary education
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Founder & Doctor

Radiance Healthcare
1 2016 - Current
  • Develop and manage all aspects of Integrative Wellness Center.
  • Conduct client care, case management, patient assessments, diagnosis, and treatment for patients using principles of TCM and Ayurveda for multiple patients daily.
  • Help patients manage pain, inflammation, and other physical conditions through acupuncture sessions.
  • Counsel patients on beneficial lifestyle changes to complement integrative treatments.
  • Formulate herbal preparations to treat conditions, considering herbal properties such as toxicity, contraindications, and incompatibilities.
  • Thoroughly examine patients and elicit medical history data to use in assessing health and identifying conditions.
  • Instruct and advise patients regarding preventive health care measures to promote early detection, diagnosis, and management of medical conditions. Create treatment plans balancing medical expertise, patient goals, and individual compliance levels.
  • Volunteer at a community health clinic to provide high-quality care for low-income and indigent patients
  • Implement individualized care plans to improve patient outcomes.
  • Participate in continuing education and professional development to enhance expertise and skills.

Program Director and Teaching Faculty

Buddhist Studies Institute
01.2010 - Current

Program Leadership and Administration

  • Coordinate and oversee the day-to-day operations of the organization, including administration, marketing, outreach, event and volunteer management, registration, publishing, online classes, group retreats, leadership training, and the residential meditation center.
  • Develop and implement systems and procedures to improve operational quality, efficiency, and team collaboration.
  • Work with leadership and functional teams to identify areas for procedural improvement and implement corrective actions for enhanced quality.

Teaching and Curriculum Development

  • Serve as a faculty member, teaching health and meditation classes related to Tibetan Buddhist philosophy and practice.
  • Mentor students and provide guidance in alignment with spiritual and philosophical teachings.
  • Assist in the development of curricula for retreats, leadership training programs, and online courses.

Volunteer and Leadership Development

  • Recruit, mentor, and train leaders and volunteers, fostering a productive and engaging work environment that reflects the values of Tibetan Buddhism.
  • Ensure volunteer teams are well-supported, motivated, and aligned with the organization’s mission.

Collaboration and Growth

  • Collaborate with key stakeholders and functional leaders to ensure seamless operations across departments.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring high-quality service and engagement across programs and events.

Panchakarma Clinic Director

Yogic Medicine Institute
01.2004 - Current
  • Client care and case management for local and online Ayurvedic Health consultations and destination Panchakarma retreats.
  • Managed all aspects of private and group health retreats at 17-acre forest retreat center in Santa Cruz Mountains.
  • Direct and administrate all aspects of private and group healing retreats at 35-acre Dakini Mountain Retreat Center in Tahoe National Forest.
  • Leveraged patient feedback and performed continuous process improvements to streamline day-to-day business operations and patient satisfaction.
  • Provided direct care to patients by assessing, diagnosing, and treating illnesses.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to verify proper implementation of patient treatment plans.
  • Enforced maintenance of clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety and sanitation regulations.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, and supervised independent contractors to maintain team of high performers. providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development, and continuing education to contractors.
  • Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.

Wellness and Operations Consultant

Walnut Acres Care
01.1998 - Current
  • Manage marketing material, including print, media, graphics, and website
  • Assist in caregiver training, management of care facilities, caregiver interviews, planning menus, organizing upgrades to facility, and planning gradual conversion to sustainable practices.
  • Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Drafted correspondence and other documents for CEO in company's voice.

Health and Wellness Director

Dakini Mountain Retreat
04.2018 - 10.2024
  • Directed comprehensive onsite patient care at an Integrative Wellness Retreat Center.
  • Designed and facilitated personalized 7-14 day private healing retreats, blending Ayurvedic, Traditional Chinese, Tibetan, and Western healing modalities to create tailored detoxification and rejuvenation experiences for clients.
  • Developed policies and procedures that maintained compliance with industry regulations while ensuring safety for all patients and staff members.
  • Promoted a culture of wellness within the organization by encouraging staff participation in program workshops, nutrition, yoga, qi gong, and cleansing modalities.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment by fostering open communication, collaboration, and respect among all team members.
  • Led a team of dedicated professionals, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance their skills and performance levels.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by implementing innovative health and wellness programs tailored to individual needs.

Yoga & Meditation Instructor

Various Locations
01.2002 - 01.2012
  • Teacher of Hatha Yoga and Meditation in weekly classes, private sessions, and group retreats.
  • Developed safe and therapeutic yoga programs for class members.
  • Led up to 12 classes per week.
  • Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support
  • Developed tailored Yoga Therapy programs for private clients.

Elementary and Jr. High School Teacher

Los Gatos Union School District
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Taught as substitute teacher for all levels of elementary and junior high schools.
  • Maintained safe and supportive learning environment to foster academic and creative development.
  • Focus on special needs children grades 1-3.

Education

DAOM - Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Yo San University
05.2016 - 12.2018

MTCM - Masters of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Five Branches University
09.2010 - 12.2015

Bachelor of Arts - Biological Anthropology

UCSD
09.1995 - 06.2000

Skills

  • Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine - Refined skillset in OM techniques, patient treatment, stress reduction techniques, pain and inflammation management, and emotional wellness support
  • Integrative Health Strategy – Expertise in designing integrative health solutions that address physical, mental, and emotional well-being
  • Team Building and Leadership – Strong capability to recruit, mentor, and lead a diverse team of wellness professionals while fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture
  • Event and Workshop Facilitation – Proficient in organizing and delivering impactful webinars, workshops, and live events to support wellness education
  • Innovation in Wellness Solutions – Strong background in creating and refining wellness services, incorporating emerging trends in holistic health and self-care
  • Collaboration and Interdisciplinary Coordination – Skills in working across departments to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to wellness, eldercare, and career transitions
  • Emotional and Psychological Resilience – The ability to support clients through the emotional and psychological challenges of illness and recovery with empathy and understanding

Certification

Licensed Acupuncturist, California Acupuncture Board, CA, 05/2016, 17184

Affiliations

  • Acupuncturists Without Borders
  • CSOMA, California State Oriental Medical Association
  • Sakyadhita International Association of Buddhist Women
  • Sakyadhita USA National Association of Buddhist Women
  • NAMA, National Ayurvedic Medical Association

Timeline

Health and Wellness Director

Dakini Mountain Retreat
04.2018 - 10.2024

DAOM - Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Yo San University
05.2016 - 12.2018

MTCM - Masters of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Five Branches University
09.2010 - 12.2015

Program Director and Teaching Faculty

Buddhist Studies Institute
01.2010 - Current

Elementary and Jr. High School Teacher

Los Gatos Union School District
01.2005 - 01.2009

Panchakarma Clinic Director

Yogic Medicine Institute
01.2004 - Current

Yoga & Meditation Instructor

Various Locations
01.2002 - 01.2012

Wellness and Operations Consultant

Walnut Acres Care
01.1998 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Biological Anthropology

UCSD
09.1995 - 06.2000
Licensed Acupuncturist, California Acupuncture Board, CA, 05/2016, 17184
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, NCCAOM, 12/30/2020, NCC165784
Certification in Quantum Reflex Analysis, Premier Research Labs Nutrition, San Mateo, CA, 05/2011
Clinical Ayurveda Specialist, California College of Ayurveda, Grass Valley, CA, 06/2006
C.Ayu, Clinical Ayurvedic Practitioner, Yogic Medicine Institute, Los Gatos, CA, 06/2004
CMT, Certified Massage Therapist, School of Healing Arts, San Diego, CA, 09/2001

Founder & Doctor

Radiance Healthcare
1 2016 - Current
Satya ShivaDoctor Of Acupuncture And Oriental Medicine