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Suzanne Lange

Richmond,CA

Summary

Licensed Acupuncturist with 20 years of clinical experience in orthopedic pain management and compassionate care. Achieved an 85% patient retention rate at past three clinics through personalized treatment plans. Expertise in Japanese needling techniques, orthopedic assessment, and customized treatment plans that contributes to improved patient outcomes.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Acupuncturist

Full Moon Acupuncture
Oakland, CA
06.2025 - Current
  • Cultivated expertise in fertility and women's health to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Trained in Master Tung point protocols, applying techniques effectively during treatments.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of patient treatments and progress, averaging two patients per hour.
  • Managed operations across three treatment rooms to ensure efficient service delivery.
  • Prescribed and monitored herbal treatment plans tailored to individual patient needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate holistic care for patients.

Assistant Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist

Resonance Marin
Corte Madera, California
06.2025 - Current
  • Provided individualized acupuncture treatments tailored to patient needs and conditions.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to develop effective treatment plans.
  • Utilized various acupuncture techniques to alleviate pain and promote healing.
  • Educated patients on lifestyle modifications to enhance treatment effectiveness.
  • Maintained accurate patient records and documentation for each session.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care.

Licensed Acupuncturist (Intern, LAc)

Tendervine Health
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • Clinical internship June-October 2022
  • Massage Therapist August 2022-March 2023
  • Licensed Acupuncturist January-March 2023
  • Gained valuable experience within field, applied learned concepts directly to clinical situations.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Formulated individualized herbal formulas.
  • Advised clients on lifestyle changes to improve alignment, posture, and gait for better long-term wellness.
  • Application of Traditional Japanese Medicine principles to accurately diagnose and personalize treatment plans.

Clinical Intern and Medical Office Assistant

Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College
02.2020 - 01.2022
  • Intensive 1500+ hours of direct patient contact developing skills in interviewing, diagnosis, consultation, and treatment.
  • Refined clinical skills and knowledge through feedback
  • Treated over 200 patients including integration of massage, cupping, guasha, moxibustion therapies with a 85% retention rate.
  • Educated patients on disease management strategies and preventive lifestyle choices.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills when encountering challenging situations requiring immediate interventions.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care during clinical rotations.

Administrative Assistant

PSU School Of Gender Race And Nations
04.2017 - 09.2019
  • Coordinated events and meetings for department faculty, staff, and students.
  • Served as primary contact for department inquiries via phone, email, and in-person.
  • Connected prospective students and current students with relevant resources and opportunities.
  • Assisted faculty with research tasks, data collection, and educational proposals.
  • Acted as liaison with university departments, community organizations, and Indigenous communities.
  • Demonstrated cultural competency and respect for Indigenous knowledge and leadership models.
  • Supported planning and execution of departmental events, workshops, and seminars.
  • Contributed to successful Bachelor of Arts proposal for INS program at PSU.

Home Health Care Worker

DHS Oregon
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Assisted patients with ADLs, resulting in quality of life.
  • Managed medical emergencies, applying first aid and CPR to ensure patient safety.
  • Contributed to hospice patients' comfort during end-of-life care through empathetic support and palliative care.
  • Facilitated the recovery process for post-operative patients.
  • Enhanced patient well-being by providing compassionate and attentive care.

Owner and Massage Therapist

Suzanne Lange, LMT
01.1999 - 01.2011
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with exceptional customer care and management over a decade.
  • Oversaw all clinical and business operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
  • Successfully navigated challenging economic conditions by making informed decisions that protected the business' financial stability and sustainability.
  • Maintained database of over 400 clients resulting in high referral and retention rates.
  • Maintained long-term professional corporate contracts including Verizon and Grandview Parks and Rec.

Office Assistant

Leaves of Life Health Clinic
01.2006 - 10.2010
  • Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide clear and accurate medical and treatment information.
  • Managed daily data entry, inventory, and sales for a thriving health clinic and supplement store.
  • Coordinated and scheduled meetings and daily appointments for five medical professionals.
  • Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries while maintaining HIIPA, informed consent, and patient privacy.

Education

Doctorate of Acupuncture (DACCHM) - Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pacific College of Health And Science
San Diego, CA
03.2024

Masters of Science (MSOM) - Acupuncture And Traditional East Asian Medicine

Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College
Berkeley, CA
04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Indigenous Nations And Black Studies

Portland State University
Portland, OR
08.2017

Skills

  • Compassionate caregiving
  • Clinical expertise in Japanese medicine
  • Over 20 years of clinical experience
  • Orthopedic and pain management
  • Moxibustion technique mastery
  • Trigger point therapy
  • Craniosacral therapy
  • Facial rejuvenation acupuncture

Certification

  • Whitfield Reaves Sport Medicine Apprenticeship, 2025
  • EastWest Integrative Microneedling Certification, 2024
  • Clean Needle Technique Certificate, 2019
  • CPR and First Aid Certified, 2022-present
  • Vocal Apprentice, Transformational Voice Institute, 2012-2013
  • NCBTMB Certification, 605385-11, 2011-Present
  • Ohio State Medical Board for Massage Therapy, 8749, 2000-Present
  • Timberlake Massage Therapies, Somatic Release 100 hr Certification, 1999, 2005

Licenses

  • California Acupuncture Board #19646, 2022-present
  • Oregon Massage Therapy, 22248, 2015-present
  • Ohio State Medical Board for Massage Therapy, 8749, 1999-present

Timeline

Assistant Acupuncturist

Full Moon Acupuncture
06.2025 - Current

Assistant Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist

Resonance Marin
06.2025 - Current

Licensed Acupuncturist (Intern, LAc)

Tendervine Health
06.2022 - 03.2023

Clinical Intern and Medical Office Assistant

Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine College
02.2020 - 01.2022

Administrative Assistant

PSU School Of Gender Race And Nations
04.2017 - 09.2019

Home Health Care Worker

DHS Oregon
01.2017 - 04.2019

Office Assistant

Leaves of Life Health Clinic
01.2006 - 10.2010

Owner and Massage Therapist

Suzanne Lange, LMT
01.1999 - 01.2011

Doctorate of Acupuncture (DACCHM) - Acupuncture And Traditional Chinese Medicine

Pacific College of Health And Science

Masters of Science (MSOM) - Acupuncture And Traditional East Asian Medicine

Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College

Bachelor of Science - Indigenous Nations And Black Studies

Portland State University

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