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Valerie Daverio

Sarasota,FL

Summary

Experienced Licensed Acupuncturist physician with 22 years of skilled practice in Acupuncture, Chinese and Functional Medicine. Proficient in conducting thorough patient examinations, identifying underlying issues, and implementing personalized treatment plans. Professionally develops individualized treatments to deal with symptoms and root causes. Expertly oversees practice operations while helping patients of all ages and backgrounds manage acute or chronic conditions. Seeking a fast-paced role where I can make a meaningful impact within a collaborative environment.

Objective

Seeking a fast-paced role where I can make a meaningful impact within a collaborative environment.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification

Work History

Owner

StretchLab Coconut Creek, StretchLab Plantation
Ft. Lauderdale, FL
02.2022 - Current
  • Opened and developed StretchLab with the mission of empowering individuals of all ages and lifestyles to reclaim their freedom of movement by enhancing mobility and flexibility, enabling them to move, feel, and live better.
  • Established and maintained business relationships with local suppliers to boost business.
  • Oversaw staff by hiring, training and terminating, creating schedules and tracking payroll.
  • Set and implemented strategic goals and initiatives to align company with mission, culture and vision.

Owner, Licensed Acupuncturist Physician

Valerie Daverio, AP
10.2002 - Current
  • Diagnose and treat patients based on tenets of Acupuncture and other aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Functional Medicine.
  • Analyze physical findings, medical histories, order and interpret lab results and diagnose medical conditions of patients when formulating a sound course of treatment for patients.
  • Incorporate other treatment modalities (e.g. moxibustion, electro-acupuncture, cupping, herbal medicine, therapeutic exercise, diet and lifestyle modification) as necessary.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals within the community to provide the optimal outcomes for the patients.
  • Provide excellent service and attention to patients through various means of communication, e.g., face-to-face, email, phone.
  • Responsible for the overall operations of a clinical practice, including, but not limited to: scheduling patients, collecting payments, supply/inventory management, patient follow-up, daily/monthly accounting functions, and clinic maintenance.

Adjunct Professor

East West College Of Natural Medicine
08.2009 - 05.2017
  • Supervised up to 15 students per shift in the public health clinic, guiding patient history and intake process, diagnosis and treatment development, as well as the training and administration of Acupuncture.
  • Initiated and led the establishment of a student externship program at New College of Florida, overseeing operations of the student Wellness Clinic where Acupuncture students provided treatments to New College students and staff.
  • Taught Chinese medical and Western medical science courses, providing instruction to up to 35 undergraduate students per class.
  • Encouraged class discussions through carefully crafted lesson plans, encouraging two-way dialogue and posing thought-provoking questions to enhance/optimize student learning.
  • Reviewed program materials and coordinated updates to keep department materials relevant and accurate.
  • Collaborated with outside lecturers, including nutritionists, lab testing companies, nutritional supplement companies to prepare the students to begin their own businesses.

Acupuncture Physician

Full Spectrum Health
10.2003 - 02.2005
  • Conducted patient assessments and implemented techniques to balance and harmonize mind, body and spirit.
  • Educated patients on quality of life benefits of consistent acupuncture care.
  • Contributed to the growth of the clinic by cultivating positive relationships with existing patients and attracting new clientele through word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Leveraged expertise in traditional Chinese Medicine dietary principles to offer tailored nutritional advice that complemented Acupuncture treatments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive care for each patient.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient visits, treatments provided, and progress made towards health goals.

Education

Master of Oriental Medicine - Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Herbology, Nutrition

East West College of Natural Medicine
Sarasota, FL

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance

University of West Florida
Pensacola, FL

Skills

  • Practice Management
  • Patient Exam
  • Treatment Plans
  • Lab Result Interpretation
  • Functional Medicine
  • TCM - Acupuncture, Cupping, Gua Sha
  • Herbal/Vitamin Supplementation
  • Nutritional Counseling
  • Interpersonal Skills

Certification

  • Diplomat in Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) - 2002
  • Licensed Acupuncture Injection Therapist - 2006
  • Certified Advanced Low Energy Laser Therapist, American Society of Laser Therapy - 2014
  • Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture System, Cosmetic Acupuncture Seminars - 2010

Timeline

Owner

StretchLab Coconut Creek, StretchLab Plantation
02.2022 - Current

Adjunct Professor

East West College Of Natural Medicine
08.2009 - 05.2017

Acupuncture Physician

Full Spectrum Health
10.2003 - 02.2005

Owner, Licensed Acupuncturist Physician

Valerie Daverio, AP
10.2002 - Current

Master of Oriental Medicine - Acupuncture, Chinese Medicine, Herbology, Nutrition

East West College of Natural Medicine

Bachelor of Arts - Accounting And Finance

University of West Florida
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