Henry Lu, Dr.TCM, Ph.D.
Honorary Advisor to TCICTCM; Founding President of the CollegeDr. Lu founded the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver (ICTCMV) in 1986. Dr. Lu still develops the accredited curriculum and has translated over 30 of the best TCM books in the Chinese medicine including his worldly acclaimed translation of the Yellow Emperor, the Chinese Medical Bible. Dr. Lu has helped initiate TCM and Acupuncture legislation in BC and is widely respected in North America, Europe and all over the world. Dr. Lu sat on the Federal Board of Natural Health Products in Canada.
Dr. Henry Lu received his Ph.D. Degree from the University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada. He taught at the University of Alberta and the University of Calgary between 1968 and 1971, and has practiced Traditional Chinese Medicine since 1972. As mentioned above, Dr. Lu is best known for his translation of Nei Jing and Nan Jing from Chinese into English. But now, 23 years later, Dr. Lu has completely revised the translations.
Dr. Lu has received many awards from TCM and acupuncture organizations worldwide.
Laina Ho, Dr.TCM, MHA
President and Senior Educational AdministratorDr. Ho graduated from Shanghai University of Chinese Medicine in 1985, had practiced both traditional Chinese and Western Medicine in Shanghai Shu Guang Hospital which was merged from one leading traditional Chinese Medicine hospital and one Western hospital. She served in the hospital’s emergency units and traditional Chinese medicine department for about 3 years before further study in Japan. She was enrolled in a 5 year Ph.D. program for the research of using TCM herbal medicine treating Meniere’s disease in Hamamazhi Medical University in the province of Shizioka, Japan. In year 2005, Ho obtained a Master Degree from University of British Columbia in Health Care Administration. She is currently the Senior Educational Administrator of the College. Ho joined ICTCMV in 1991, since then, she has taught and managed many different courses and areas of the college, she also has a private practice in the Vancouver Westside.
John Situ, Dr. TCM
Vice President, Director of TCICTCM Clinic, InstructorDr. John Situ is a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine in BC, he graduated from the Physics Department of Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou, China. He had founded and managed a computer training school. Dr. Situ has had a deep interest in traditional Chinese culture since childhood, practiced Tai Chi for 20 years, and self-studied the classics of Chinese medicine. In 2010, He studied at the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver. He has studied with many famous acupuncture and Chinese medicine experts.
Dr. Situ has actively participated in local TCM promotion and gave health seminars to the public. He joined the Tzu Chi International Medical Association of Canada and has provided free TCM services to the Sumas Aboriginal Community in Abbotsford Biweekly for more than four consecutive years. He also provided Acupuncture treatments to Stroke patients in local hospitals. Dr. Situ runs an acupuncture and Chinese medicine clinic in Surrey and works as an instructor at Tzu Chi International College of Chinese Medicine.
During his spare time, Dr. Situ likes to walk in nature and read Chinese medicine books, especially the Yellow Emperor’s Internal Classic of Medicine and the Treatise on Febrile Diseases. In terms of the treatment concept, He advocates “people-oriented”, “holistic treatment” and “yin-yang balance”.
Catherine Cameron, Dr.TCM
InstructorGraduated from the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver (ICTCMV) in 1998 and began a practice in New Westminster, BC. In 2000. She worked at the Centre for Integrated Healing (currently known as Inspire Health) with Dr. Liu Fang, treating cancers of all types in conjunction with many other health related professionals. In 2002 Dr. Cameron continued working in her private practice. In 2003, Dr. Cameron began work with the Residential School Healing Program at Vancouver Native Health in the downtown east side of Vancouver. The program offered free treatment to residential school survivors suffering PTSD, severe trauma and the effects of chronic sadness. Currently she practices TCM in private practice and also in a new medical concept involving co-consultation and treatment with an integrative western MD.
Steve Chan, R.TCM.P, MSc
InstructorDr. Chan received his Bachelor Degree in Health Science (Chinese Medicine) from the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology University, Australia and the Bachelor Degree in Chinese Medicine from the Hong Kong Baptist University. He further obtained the Degree in Doctor of Medicine from the Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, China. His area of research was “After-stroke treatment with Dong’s acupuncture points”. He obtained his clinical experience from many provincial hospitals in the mainland China.
Dr. Chan runs his TCM clinic in Vancouver, specializing in traumatic injury treatments. He also pays visits to patients staying in elderly care centres and hospitals. He has participated in many community health volunteering activities in B.C., Hong Kong and the remote villages in mainland China. He has given many health talks to the public promoting TCM.
Dr. Chan enjoys lifetime learning and already obtained 5 university degrees in engineering and medical studies. His first career was a professional engineer in the U.K. and Canada. He received Bachelor and Master engineering degrees from the University of Manchester and Heriot-watt University in the U.K. Dr. Chan also undergone a teacher training program and was awarded Teacher’s Certificate from the Hong Kong Education Authority.
Katelyn Lei Chen, Dr.TCM
InstructorAfter graduating from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China, Chen continued her practice in a local integrated TCM hospital in which she has been highly trained. She worked with a group of doctors in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) department, specializing in treating severely ill patients through integrated Western medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. With over 16 years of clinical experience in both China and Canada, Chen offers Chinese Medical Care including acupuncture that provides effective results in a wide range of conditions with no down time. Chen’s patients appreciate her professional knowledge, friendly nature, and her passion for the ancient traditional sciences.
Zhaozhi Cheng, R.TCM.H.
InstructorProfessor Zhaozhi Cheng graduated from Hubei University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1967 and served as an instructor, associated professor, chief physician, mentors for master and PhD programs in Hubei University of TCM.
He served in Canada as a TCM senior instructor and clinical advisor since 2007 and opened a TCM clinic in Vancouver in 2010. Professor Cheng joined the faculty of TCICTCM in 2018.
He has Headed a number of prize-winning research projects sponsored by the state and provincial governments of China such as Experimental Research Mechanism of Exogenous Dampness Leading to Disease, Research on Theory of TCM Pathogenesis, and Research on the Specialized English Set up in TCM Specialty of Universities.
Professor Cheng has also compiled and published 19 academic works including: Newly-Compiled Compendium of Huangdi Neijing, written by Li Jinyong, Zhang Liutong, Cheng Zhaozhi, etc., Shanghai Science & Technology Publisher (1988); Treatise on TCM Pathogenesis, chief editor, China Medical Science & Technology Press (1997); TCM Specialized English (textbook), chief editor, People’s Medical Publishing House (2000); TCM Diagnostics (national textbook), chief editor, People’s Medical Publishing House (2002); Differential Diagnosis and Treatment on Principal Symptoms in TCM, edited alone, People’s Medical Publish House (2008); Selected from Huangdi Neijing, Selected from Shanghan Lun, Selected from Jingui Yaolue and Study on Warm Disease (English textbooks of TCM classics), chief editor, People’s Medical Publishing House (2017).
Professor Cheng has also published 77 dissertations on academic journals.
Li-Hua Chiang, R.TCMP, PhD
InstructorLi-Hua earned her Ph. D Degree of Acupuncture and Massage Therapy from Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine in 2018 in China, and has been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine for thirty-five years since the age of fifteen. Li Hua is the 4th generation of practicing in TCM and she shows the great passion on it. Her goal is to introduce TCM to western world and make more options on treatments and medicines.
Calvin Crichton, Dr. TCM, M.Div
InstructorDr. Calvin Crichton first became involved in Traditional Asian medicine through his life long study of Japanese and Chinese martial arts. Many of the martial arts systems he has studied over the past 40 years incorporate varying degrees of alternative medicine into their curriculum. As a result, it was only natural that Calvin begin to pursue a more formalized training in this field.
His background includes over 2000 hours of acupressure training, one diploma from the Ontario College of Traditional Chinese medicine, two Dr. TCM diplomas from both the Canadian College of Acupuncture and TCM in Bedford, Nova Scotia and the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver. Further to this Calvin received a Traditional Japanese medicine Menkyo Kaiden (PHD equivalent) diploma from the Nippon Isshinho Nokkan Igakube in Toyama, Japan after several years undertaking a mentorship program.
Finally, Calvin has also had advanced training in Auricular Medicine under the direct tutelage of Dr. Li Chun Huang receiving a Master of Auricular Medicine diploma in that discipline.
Frank Chao Feng, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Feng earned his Bachelor of Medicine Degree in Tianjin TCM University. He worked in several medical departments in Tianjin traditional Chinese medicine hospitals including neurology department and acupuncture & moxibustion department. He has rich clinical experience in Acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine and specialized in treating Stroke, Insomnia, Asthma, Depression, Rheumatism, Sciatica, Stiff neck, Arthritis, Obesity, and Diabetes. Dr. Feng serves as a clinical supervisor at ICTCMV of Vancouver.
Angela Foran, Dr.TCM
InstructorAngela has been a registered doctor of traditional Chinese medicine with CTCMA since 2007. Dr. Foran originally became interested in TCM while living in Taiwan. After she graduated in 1995 from SFU with a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology she spent the next 8 years traveling and teaching abroad before returning to her hometown of Vancouver. On her return she began her TCM studies at the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver. Currently she has a general practice in East Van with a focus on chronic illnesses, digestive disorders as well as anxiety and depression. In addition to her private practice Dr. Foran has been involved with various non-profit organizations volunteering her time to do acupuncture at the Dr. Peter Aids Foundation and the Pan African Acupuncture Project.
Ya Li Stella Hu, Dr.TCM
InstructorStella Hu obtained her bachelor degree in Spacecraft Design from Beijing University of Aeronautic and Astronautic in 1998. Stella Hu later apprenticed Acupuncture, Moxibustion, He Style San Tong Acupuncture therapy and medical Qigong to Master Jia Shusen who is the inner circle disciple of Professor He Puren as well as the president of the Beijing Ba Gua Zhang Research Institute. Stella even majored in acupuncture, moxibustion and Chinese Massage in Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine for further study, and became registered TCM doctor in 2007. Stella came to Canada in 2009 and passed TCM DoctorExams held by CTCMA British Columbia Canada in 2013. Now she practices at Acu-bridge Clinic, and specializes in pain syndrome, sports injury, and gynecological diseases. Stella loves Chinese Martial Arts since her childhood. Through years of hard training and practice, she won many first prizes in Chinese Martial Arts Competitions home and abroad. Since 2004 till now, Stella has been teaching TaiChi, BaGuaZhang and medical Qigong.
Xianyi HU, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Xianyi Hu is a highly experienced and accomplished female practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with an impressive academic background and extensive work experience in the field. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Chinese Medicine from Chengdu College of TCM in 1982, followed by a Master’s degree in the same field from Chengdu University of TCM in 1986.
Dr. Hu’s work experience spans several decades and various countries, including China, South Africa, and Canada. She worked as an attending physician at Sichuan Province Academic of TCM in China from 1986 to 1996, during which time she was involved in major national and provincial TCM projects, published a book, and won a scientific and technological achievement award. From 1996 to 2002, she was self-employed at Zhenhua Institute of TCM in China, focusing on clinical and scientific research work.
From 2002 to 2015, Dr. Hu practiced Chinese medicine and acupuncture as a self-employed doctor in South Africa, where she also taught students. In 2015-2016, she moved to Canada and passed the professional exam of CTCMA BC Canade after studying English. From May 2017 to July 2022, she worked as a Doc. of TCM and Supervisor at Kootenay Columbia College of Integrative Health Sciences.
Throughout her career, Dr. Hu has achieved outstanding results in treating immune systemic diseases with TCM, and she was chosen as a Chinese famous doctor for her work in this area. Dr. Xianyi Hu’s rich and diverse experience in TCM makes her a highly sought-after expert in the field, and she continues to make significant contributions to the development and practice of TCM.
Zhihong Huang, Dr.TCM, Ph.D., M.TCM
InstructorDr. Zhihong Huang received her bachelor degree on TCM in 1985, through five years study at Hubei University of Traditional Chinese Medicine. After graduated, she practiced in TCM hospital as a gynecologist. Then she went back to university for her master degree on TCM gynecology, supervised by well known TCM gynecological professor Huang Shunwu, and western gynecological professor, Mei Zhenyi. In 1991 she entered Beijing University of TCM for her Ph.D degree. In 1996 she became an associate professor in China. She was also a visiting scholar in UK. Except teaching, she also works in her private clinic to treat variety of diseases, but most interesting on gynecology especially infertility. She has strong interest in using herbs and acupuncture to regulate ovarian cycle.
Henry Hung, Dr.TCM, PhD
InstructorDr. Henry graduated from Chinese University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor degree of Chinese Medicine in 2010. He further obtained his Master degree of Chinese Medicine in Chinese University of Hong Kong in 2013. In 2020, he completed a PhD degree of TCM Gynecology in Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, under the supervision of Professor SongPing Luo, a leading professional in TCM gynecology and obstetrics in Southern China who expertise in treating infertility.
Dr. Henry was registered and actively practiced as a TCM practitioner in Hong Kong since 2010. He also served as a supervising consultant of Health Plus Magazine and an instructor of Employees Retraining Board in Hong Kong. In 2017, he founded his own clinic in Hong Kong, served an outstanding number of patients with herbs, acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, massage and other TCM treatments. He is now registered as Doctor of TCM under CTCMA and also serves as an instructor of the Tzu Chi International College of TCM.
Adrien Ip, Dr.TCM
InstructorAdrien Ip is a registered TCM practitioner, and is a graduate of the Doctors of Traditional Chinese Medicine program from the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Having completed his internship at the Taipei Tzu Chi Buddhist General Hospital in Taiwan, Adrien is an accomplished practitioner in hospital environments. During his training period, he was involved extensively in treating patients from various medical departments, such as the intensive care unit and the oncology department. Moreover, due to the high volumes of CVA (stroke) patients hospitalized at the time, Adrien acquired valuable clinical experience in the acupuncture and herbal treatment of strokes and its related illnesses. Currently, he runs a private practice in the Fairview neighbourhood in Vancouver BC as well as Steveston, BC, focussing in the traditional Chinese medicinal treatment of internal medical illnesses and various complicated illnesses.
Jaewon Jeon, Dr.TCM, M.Sc.
InstructorDr. Jeon is a graduate of UBC (2016) with MSc in Rehabilitation Sciences, a graduate of SFU (2010) with BSc in Kinesiology and a graduate of Shanghai TCM college of B.C. (2003) with DTCM (Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine). Currently, she practices her profession as a registered doctor of TCM and she emphasizes her skills in treatment of pain, stress and disability due to injury or chronic illness. In her graduate studies, Dr. Jeon did clinical research in acupuncture analgesia in the treatment of elbow tendinopathy. In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Jeon enjoys teaching students Acupuncture/TCM at International College of TCM of Vancouver (2011-Present).
Hsien-Ju Claire Kao, Dr.TCM
InstructorMs. KAO’s educational background: Diploma of Doctor of TCM in Vancouver Canada, DESS en l’information et de la communication in France, Maîtrise en Marketing in France and Bachelor of Economics (B. Ec) in Taiwan. She has lived and travelled around the world with different domain working experiences. She has studied acupuncture and TCM herbal medicine with and been taught by some of the great masters in China, Taiwan, USA and Germany. She’s also a certified Aura-Soma color therapist and past life regression practitioner.
James Hyoun Soo KIM, Dr.TCM
InstructorR.TCM.P CMD
CTCMA Registered Doctor of TCM
Certified Point Injection Therapist
James Kim graduated from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and was one of the team doctors at the Korean Women’s football team in 2001 at the Beijing Games. A registered Doctor of TCM of British Columbia and a registered Chinese Medical Doctor in China.
He has been successfully treating joint and muscular pain like Shoulder Pain; Frozen Shoulder, Shoulder Impingement Syndrome, Rotator Cuff Tear, and alleviation of cancer pain.
With over 19 years of practice, James is specialized in gastroenterology and Immune diseases like GERD, Acid Reflux, IBS, Crohn’s disease, Ulcerative colitis, Allergies, Asthma, etc.
Vincenta Ko, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Ko graduated from the University of Hong Kong with a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1981 and went on to pursue a career in Traditional Chinese Medicine after her immigration into Canada. She graduated from the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver, BC with her Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and completed her internship at China Medical University of Taiwan. Dr. Ko is a registered Doctor of TCM with the CTCMA and has a successful clinical practice in Vancouver focusing on a holistic approach to women’s health. She is also an active member of the community and has been a popular speaker on TCM health issues with various health interest groups and associations.
Yuk Sing Lam, R.TCM.P.
InstructorDr. Lam earned his degree of Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.,B.S.) from the University of Hong Kong in British Hong Kong. He has been trained in pediatrics, general surgery and emergency medicine; and worked in the field of family medicine. Graduated from the Diploma program for Doctor of TCM, Dr. Lam is currently registered as a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCM.P.) with CTCMA. Integration of the knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine with western medical science is his specialty.
Jermane Lee, DrTCM
InstructorJermane Lee had completed her Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Diploma from the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver, obtaining her TCM Practitioner and DTCM License, and had furthered her training at Guang Zhou Hospital of TCM internship program.
Combining her caring and flexible treatment style, Jermane treats each patient holistically, keeping in mind that all areas in the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual are of equal importance in the
promotion of one’s well being.
She uses a variety of treatment techniques such as traditional acupuncture, cupping, gua sha(scraping), electro stimulation, Tuina massage therapy, and traditional herbal medicine in her practice.
A combination of these therapies has been used to treat and prevent disorders relating to:
• Mental Health (Depression, Anxiety)
• Digestive (Heartburn/GERD, Irritable bowel syndrome, constipation)
• Urination (Frequent Urination, night time urination, UTI)
• Sleeping (Insomnia, Night sweats, Restlessness)
• Menstrual (PMS, Cramping, cycle irregularities)
• Pain Management (Muscular injuries, Sprains, Frozen Shoulder, Neck and Back pain)
Jermane also treats fatigue, hypertension, reoccurring headaches, and post-stroke recovery.
Ling Li, R.TCM.P.
InstructorLing has been in the field of acupuncture and oriental medicine since 2012. She graduated from UBC with Bachelor of Science in Physics, then she studied the 5 years doctor of TCM program at the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ICTCM). During her studies Ling also had the opportunity to intern at Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital in Taiwan.
Where she learned from various doctors such as special Tuina techniques in traumatology, herbal prescriptions for chronic skin disease, and allergic rhinitis. She also had the privilege to observe more severe cases in CVA where they perform acupuncture for post stroke recovery, and use Chinese medicine as a supplement to chemotherapy or radiation therapy for cancer patients.
From 2015-2018, Ling decide to expand her horizon by working as an acupuncturist on board the cruise ships, where she dealt with many chronic conditions such as pain, arthritis, digestive issues, and aging illnesses in seniors.
Now Ling currently runs a private clinic in White Rock/South Surrey Area, where she focuses on using TCM modalities to treat various illnesses.
May Li, PhD, R.TCM.P.
InstructorDr Li’s lifelong goal is to provide patients with the best integrated and personalized medical treatments.
Dr. Li gained her M.D. degree from the medical school of Peking University and worked as a physician at the People’s Hospital in Beijing. After coming to Canada, she focused her studies on the human immune system and received her Ph.D. from the University of British Columbia. During her pursuit of broader and deeper study of the human body, the profound understanding of human energy networks and the amazing healing power offered by Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) deeply impressed her. In 2012, Dr. Li gained her acupuncture license and herbal license later.
Combined with her knowledge and training in western medicine and TCM, Dr. Li accumulated successful experiences in treating not only specific conditions like injury, pain, motor impairments but also the more severe health issues such as cancer, stroke, cardiovascular disease, digestive conditions and autoimmune diseases. She is always optimistic while facing challenging cases and maintains an open mind to better treatment techniques. Dr. Li is currently practicing TCM in Vancouver and is an instructor at the Tzu Chi International college of TCM.
Emily Liu, R.TCM.P., M.TCM
InstructorEmily S. A. Liu graduated from the Beijing University of TCM with a Master’s Degree, specializing in Acupuncture and is a PhD candidate in Diagnosis of TCM. Aside from practicing in both Beijing and Vancouver, Emily established her own clinic, Wel- Wellness Centre for Integrated Medicine, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in 2011. Whilst in Kuala Lumpur, Emily taught at the Management and Science University in Acupuncture and the clinical field.
Julian Liu, R.TCM.P.
InstructorJulian is an active TCM practitioner and educator. His expertise in TCM herbology and related disciplines has helped many patients and students.
Kevin Lu, Dr.TCM
InstructorKevin Lu graduated from Guangzhou University of TCM in double-major of TCM/acupuncture with a degree of bachelor of medicine. He started practicing TCM and acupuncture in Vancouver since 2003 and used to teach various TCM and acupuncture courses in the Western Canadian Institution of TCM and Acupuncture for four years. Currently Kevin Lu is the president of TCM Practitioners and Acupuncturists Society (Western Canadian Region). Since the last five years he has given lectures and talks in the public libraries, communities and radio programs on philosophy, medicine and science. He has been specialized in using acupuncture combined with TCM to treat chronic pain, psychiatric illnesses and development disorders of children such as autism and ADHD.
Eva Lum, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Eva Lum graduated from Guangzhou University of TCM in China and completed internship at No. 1 Teaching Hospital of Guangzhou University of TCM. Dr. Lum began her career working at Guangzhou Red Cross Hospital and worked as both a doctor of TCM and an acupuncturist since 1984. Dr. Lum has served the community as a professional doctor of TCM for nearly 30 years and has gathered a great deal of clinical experience with her extensive TCM knowledge, as well as the herbal formulas that have been passed from generations of treatment successfully. Dr. Lum is able to provide reliable consultation and treatment in areas such as digestive and respiratory problems, gynecological and pediatrics disorders, nervous system-related disorders, and rheumatics and eczema.
Jenny Ma, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Jenny Ma graduated from Guang Zhou University as a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1985. She practiced at Guang Dong Ti Yu Hospital for eight years, specializing in sports medicine. She immigrated to Canada in 1993 and opened her own clinic in Vancouver. In the past 25 years she has treated a broad range of illnesses including internal medicine, gynecology, traumatology and pediatrics. She has special interests in proactive and preventive medicine.
Shauna Mullinix, R.Ac., M.Ed.
InstructorShauna Mullinix has studied Taiji Quan and Qigong for 17 years. She is certified as a Taiji Instructor from the S.Y.L. Wushu, Taiji, Qigong Institute of Vancouver, BC. She has taught Taiji and Qigong for 15 years in both Washington State and Vancouver, BC. She competed in Canada and the U.S. in Taiji from 1999 to 2006 and has won Bronze, Silver and Gold medals in bare hands forms, weapons forms, as well as push hands. Shauna has a degree in Acupuncture from the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver, BC and is a Registered Acupuncturist in British Columbia and currently practicing in Vancouver, BC. She holds a Master of Education degree and a Bachelor of Science degree, both from the University of Missouri, Columbia.
Mitra Panahi, Ph.D.
InstructorDr. Panahi obtained her Ph.D. degree in Biochemistry/Pharmaceutical Biotechnology from the University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. She was awarded for her Ph.D. thesis from the Genentech Pharmaceutical Company, California, USA. She was also awarded a Post-Doctoral Fellowship from the Canadian Blood Services to perform research on blood coagulation proteins at the Center for Blood Research of the University of British Columbia. She worked as a research associate at the University of Ottawa and Health Canada. She has many years of teaching experience. She taught general and medical science courses at the University of Tehran, Iran, the University of Ottawa, Central College, Douglas College, Sprott Shaw Community College and Kwantlen Polytechnic University.
Junmin Shi, R.Ac.
InstructorJunmin has been working in the medical field for more than twenty years. Born in China, she earned a Bachelor of medicine degree in the medical school of Shanghai Jiao Tong University in 1998, specialising in anaesthesiology.
In 2000, Junmin earned both her post graduate degree of comprehensive pharmacology and acupuncture from Shanghai Second Military medical university and Shanghai TCM medical university. Thereafter, she practiced as an anaesthesiologist and pharmacist, and also taught interns in Shanghai First People’92s hospital. She was awarded first price of national medical society for her research in drug clinical practices during anaesthesia and in internal medicine in1999.
Junmin moved to Vancouver, BC in 2006 where she has worked in pharmacies, medical clinics and her own clinic of TCM.
Karyn Smith, Dr.TCM
InstructorKaryn graduated from the Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (DTCM) program from The International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She also completed a 2-month internship in Hefei, China. She is licensed as a Dr. TCM by the CTCMA. Karyn has been practicing acupuncture and herbal medicine in both B.C. and Yukon since 2007. She is currently practicing at Red Tree Wellness Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine on Broadway in Vancouver. She has been supervising student clinic at ICTCMV since September, 2012.
Yevhen Tsybulia
InstructorYevhen Tsybulia, a dedicated Physiotherapist with a vocation for healing, graduated from the College of Rehabilitation in Warsaw with a BSc in Physiotherapy (2014-2017). His educational journey also includes a degree in Massage Therapy from the Medical Vocational College in Warsaw (2015-2017), where he passed the state exam on the first try. Yevhen’s pursuit of knowledge led him to the Vocational College of Higher Education, where he completed Pedagogical preparation for teachers (09.2021-02.2023). He also holds a BSc in Economics and Management from Kyiv National Economic University of Vadym Hetman (2007-2011).
Yevhen’s career is marked by over 8 years of experience in physiotherapy, massage, and training. He co-founded the British Graduate College in Wroclaw and has worked as a physiotherapist at the Alzheimer’s Disease Center for 3 years. Also works as college teacher in Terra Nova college in Wroclaw, providing courses of deep tissue massage for more than 5 years
Yevhen’s commitment to continuous learning is evident in his numerous courses and training in areas such as Deep Tissue Massage, Spinal Manipulations, Kinesiotaping, Dry Needling, and more. His volunteering efforts include physiotherapy assistance at the Alzheimer’s Center, respiratory rehabilitation at the Institute of Tuberculosis and Infectious Diseases, and support for various health-related causes.
In his leisure time, Yevhen enjoys exploring the latest scientific research and literature in his field. His philosophy of treatment emphasizes a “people-oriented” approach, “holistic treatment”.
Xiaomei Wang, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Wang earned her Bachelor of Medicine Degree in Chongqing Medical University in China in 1982. She had practiced as an internal medicine specialist in gastroenterology at Chongqing Fourth People’s Hospital for 15 years. She now practices as a registered Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Registered Acupuncturist in BC. She first opened her TCM clinic in Vancouver in 2001. Her therapy benefits from over 30 years of clinical experience, which integrates her skills and experience as an M.D. in China and as a Doctor of TCM. She also serves as a clinical supervisor at ICTCM of Vancouver.
(Eric) Chia Hung Wei, R.TCM.P.
InstructorChia Hung Wei is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner. He is currently practicing acupuncture and TCM herbal medicine in Vancouver and Langley, BC since 2019. He specializes in acupuncture treating acute & chronic pain conditions, such as sport injury, sciatica, arthritis, migraine, neck, shoulder, & back pain. He has a gentle approach which is especially suitable for people who have never had acupuncture. He continues to improve treatment techniques and is passionate about treating diverse diseases.
Grace Weng, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Grace Weng graduated from Beijing University of TCM in 1999, became doctor of TCM since 2002 and had been dealing with pain management and various internal diseases with acupuncture and herbal medicine. She gave special interest in fertility treatment , gynaecological problems and emotional disorders .
Jackie Wu, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Jackie Wu was born and raised in Taiwan. He is a graduate of University of British Columbia, majoring in animal biology.
Upon obtaining his bachelor degree from UBC, Jackie began his study of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in the five-year DTCM program at PCU College of Holistic Medicine in Canada.
After obtaining his license in British Columbia, Dr. Wu journeyed to China for 3 years, pursuing further clinical training at the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine and earning his master degree in acupuncture.
He is a licensed Dr. TCM and Registered Acupuncturist with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists of British Columbia (CTCMA).
Hua Xu, Dr.TCM
InstructorDr. Xu graduated from the renowned NanJing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1998. She then worked and continued her medical studies at the provincial hospital and the YangZhou University of Medicine where she’s a licensed Neurologist, TCMD, and clinical educator. In 2002 Dr Xu became licensed with CTCMA as R.Ac. and as Dr.TCM. in 2006. Her continuing education in BC includes Business Management in Kwantlen Polytechnic University and Radiation Therapy in BCIT. Taking pride in offering the finest in patient care and services to each and every patient, Dr. Xu is passionate about keeping up with the latest advances in TCM. Dr. Xu would very like to study and work together with the staff and students in ICTCM to promote the most professional TCM practice in BC. Her favorite TCM theory includes “TCM views the human body and the environment as a whole system” and “Following the prognosis of a disease, preventive treatment is the primacy”.
Jing YUAN, Dr.TCM, PhD
InstructorDr. Jing Yuan is a highly dedicated and knowledgeable expert in healthcare. She has received extensive training in modern medicine, traditional Chinese medicine, physiotherapy and research. The following is a partial list of her academic and professional qualifications:
Dr.TCM (BC, Canada), Registered Physiotherapist (Hong Kong), MD (Dalian Medical University, China), MSc in Biomedical Sciences Research (King’s College London, University of London, UK), PhD in Effectiveness & Efficacy of Acupuncture for Pain (University of Ulster, UK), BSc in Physiotherapy (1st honor) (Hong Kong Polytechnic University, HK), Diploma in Acupuncture (Hong Kong Institute of Pain, HK), Diploma in Dr. TCM (Tzu Chi International College of TCM, Canada).
Kejian Zhang, Dr.TCM., M.TCM.
InstructorZhang received her Master Degree in TCM from Beijing Union Medical University in Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine in July 1998 and her Bachelor of Medicine from the Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in July 1992 from the Beijing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Department of Traditional Chinese Medicine.