Yasi Ayat, DACM, L.Ac.
Doctor of Acupuncture
Summary
Doctor of Acupuncture specializing in integrative medicine. Virginia state-licensed acupuncturist & nationally board-certified.
Comprehensive experience in patient care, diagnostics, and treatment. Known for strong collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimal results in dynamic healthcare settings.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Doctor of Acupuncture
Petaluma Health Center
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Provided acupuncture treatment and diet/lifestyle counseling in an integrative health clinic
- Created educational presentations for health care providers in various clinical departments
- Worked with leadership team to expand acupuncture services
- Enhanced collaboration among healthcare team members for optimal patient care delivery.
Team Acupuncturist
The Botanical Bus
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided acupuncture treatments at weekly integrative health clinics for underserved communities
Acupuncturist
Petaluma Community Acupuncture Clinic
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Provided acupuncture treatment in a fast-paced community acupuncture setting
- Counseled patients on beneficial lifestyle changes to complement acupuncture treatments.
Clinical Acupuncture Intern
University of California, Berkeley
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided acupuncture treatment for student-athletes as part of the integrative sports medicine department
- Provided acupuncture treatment for general public
- Participated in ongoing clinical case discussions and team meetings to contribute valuable insights and learn from peers'' experiences with unique patient cases.
Metalsmith & Designer
YZA Design
01.2010 - 12.2019
- Designed and created custom jewelry using precious metals and stones
Front Office and Pharmacy Manager
Flagstaff Naturopathic Clinic
06.1997 - 07.2000
- Managed front office and custom herbal pharmacy
Education
Master of Science - Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College
Berkeley, CADoctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine - Integrative Health
Pacific College of Health And Science
San Diego, CABachelor of Arts - Studio Art
Dartmouth College
Hanover, NHSkills
Treatment plan development
Patient education
Pain management
Healthcare team collaboration
EMR
Medical referrals
Certification
Virginia State Board Licensed Acupuncturist, 2025
Professional Organizations
- Acupuncture Society of Virginia, 2025
- Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine, 2024
- Integrative Medicine for the Underserved, 2024
- Acupuncturists Without Borders, 2021
- California State Oriental Medicine Association, 2018
Timeline
Doctor of Acupuncture
Petaluma Health Center
07.2023 - 12.2024
Team Acupuncturist
The Botanical Bus
08.2022 - 12.2024
Acupuncturist
Petaluma Community Acupuncture Clinic
05.2022 - 06.2023
Clinical Acupuncture Intern
University of California, Berkeley
01.2020 - 12.2021
Metalsmith & Designer
YZA Design
01.2010 - 12.2019
Front Office and Pharmacy Manager
Flagstaff Naturopathic Clinic
06.1997 - 07.2000
Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine - Integrative Health
Pacific College of Health And Science
Bachelor of Arts - Studio Art
Dartmouth College
Master of Science - Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture And Integrative Medicine College
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