Acupuncture/eastern medicine

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Expert: Tamsen Staniford, L.Ac. - 4/10/2009


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QUESTION: I would like any kind of information you can provide me with of eastern project. I am doing a research project that requires getting information from an expert.
Thank you
- David

ANSWER: I would be happy to provide you with some information for your project, though it would help me out a lot if I knew what kind of information you needed.
If you need information about acupuncture, feel free to use any of the information on my blog: http://sfacupuncture.wordpress.com.
Thanks.

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QUESTION: i would like anything u can provide me about eastern medicine such as acupuncture and herbs.
thank you
-David

Answer
Since that is a very broad question with 5,000 years of history, I will point you in the direction of acupuncture.com.  That website has loads of information including the history and practice of acupuncture and herbology.
Good luck with your research paper!

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Tamsen Staniford, L.Ac.

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Please ask me about acupuncture and oriental medicine, nutrition, dietary supplements, and herbs. I am always happy to answer questions about how any of these areas relate to your health and well-being, specific conditions, or simply if you would like some information. I specialize in acupuncture for palliative care, acute injuries, chronic illness, autoimmune disorders, bone health, and western supplements.

Experience

I am a licensed acupuncturist in the state of California and hold a Master's degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine. This degree includes training for acupuncture, herbs, nutrition, exercise and bodywork. I have work for a decade in the natural products industry both at the retail and manufacturing levels. I have worked using acupuncture in private clinics, community clinic settings and in inpatient care facilities; including hospice and supportive housing residences. I currently practice in San Francisco in a private clinic, making house calls for home bound patients, and working on grant funded community acupuncture projects.

Education/Credentials
Master's in Traditional Oriental Medicine, Certified Massage Therapist and Health Educator, Reiki Practitioner.

Past/Present Clients
Everyone from the stressed out worker, to the detoxing substance user, to the dying, to the new mother. Acupuncture can help them all.

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