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Dale G. Alexander, LMT, MA, PhD

Dr. Dale G. Alexander, named CE Provider of 2016 by the AFMTE, is the author of the Inside-Out Paradigm. He has operated a clinical massage therapy practice in Key West, Fla. since 1980. Please see Dale's website (www.dale-alexander.com) for upcoming workshops addressing this topic and others. You may also visit his columnist page to read past articles.

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Reducing Hip, Knee & Shoulder Replacements (Part 2)
August 2018 (Vol. 19, Issue 08)
Early Detection Reduces Hip, Knee & Shoulder Replacements
May 2018 (Vol. 19, Issue 05)
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Common HIPAA Violations Every Acupuncturist Should Know
Common HIPAA Violations Every Acupuncturist Should Know

Consequences for HIPAA violations can often be quite harsh. If someone has breached the HIPAA privacy regulations – even without any malicious intent, civil penalties are applicable: $100 per violation for unawareness, a minimum of $1,000 for reasonable cause, a minimum of $10,000 if willful neglect is present and then rectified, and finally, a minimum of $50,000 for individuals who act with willful neglect and ignore the issue.

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David Bibbey, Dipl. Ac., LAc
Health & Wellness / Lifestyle
Understanding Mental Illness Through the Luo Vessels
Understanding Mental Illness Through the Luo Vessels

The luo vessels are important in the treatment of mental health issues. They are conduits of “ying qi”: blood and fluids. We believe that the shen is “housed” in the heart and circulated through the blood, making a channel system that “conducts” ying qi ideal for treatment of the mind and emotions.

Nicholas Sieben, LAc
Health Care / Public Health
A Collaborative Journey to Better Patient Outcomes: Critical Tools
A Collaborative Journey to Better Patient Outcomes: Critical Tools

As our health care ecosystem continues to evolve, I’ve found an increased emphasis being placed on an integrative approach to patient care. As an acupuncturist, you are an essential part of this collaborative system and health care team, cooperating with a range of other professionals including medical doctors, chiropractors, massage therapists, and others.

Brandon Hoffman, BA