Robert Newman, LAc, MSTCM

Over the course of more than 25 years, Robert Newman has studied and utilized numerous methods to work with patients, including acupressure; massage; Western herbs; flower essences; shamanism; homeopathy; diet; and nutrition. He has also employed acupuncture and Chinese herbs since 1993.

In 1989, Robert obtained his bachelor's of science degree from the University of California, Irvine, in pre-med biology, then obtained his master's degree in traditional Chinese medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACTCM) in 1992. He earned his California state acupuncture license the following year.

Robert taught and lectured on holistic medicine and Chinese medicine at San Francisco State University, California Healing Arts College and the Whole Life Expo, and was a staff acupuncturist, clinic supervisor and teacher at ACTCM for four years. He also created and developed the Chinese herb garden at ACTCM for five years, and spent one-and-a-half years as the curator of the Chinese herb garden at the Nanjing Institute of Botany in China. He is currently an instructor and clinic supervisor at Emperor's College of Traditional Oriental Medicine; an instructor at Yosan University of Traditional Chinese Medicine; an on-staff acupuncturist at Tarzana Medical Center; and has a private practice in the San Fernando Valley.

Previous Articles

A Gathering of Old Friends
November 2003 (Vol. 04, Issue 11)
Everything You Know Is Wrong
August 2003 (Vol. 04, Issue 08)
Trending
Billing / Fees / Insurance
The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S. (Pt. 3)
The State of 21st Century Acupuncture in the U.S.

Whether you accept it, avoid it or live somewhere in between, insurance coverage has become a defining issue for our profession. Patients increasingly expect to use their benefits, practitioners want to be compensated fairly for their time and expertise, and the system itself remains – at best – fragmented. The encouraging news is that coverage has expanded in meaningful ways. The challenging news is that reimbursement, across the board, remains inadequate.

Clasina (Sina) Leslie Smith, MS, MA, LAc, MD, Dipl. Ac., FAAMA
Chinese & Asian Medicine
Vesicle Formation After Cupping: Clinical Insights & Management Considerations
Vesicle Formation After Cupping: Clinical Insights & Management Considerations

While the formation of erythema and ecchymosis is an anticipated skin response to cupping therapy, the appearance of post-treatment vesicles remains less discussed in clinical literature. This article presents a case study of vesicle formation following cupping therapy, explores underlying pathophysiology, and offers management guidelines to support practitioners in addressing this phenomenon safely and effectively.

Roman Slavinskiy, LAc
Acupuncture Techniques
Understanding Facial Spasms and Tics
Understanding Facial Spasms and Tics

Facial movements are essential for communication, expression and function. But when these movements become involuntary, they can lead to conditions that are not only physically uncomfortable, but also socially and emotionally distressing. Today, we’re taking a closer look at three common facial motor disorders – blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm and facial tics – and how both Western medicine and TCM view and treat them.

Michelle Gellis, AP, Dipl. Ac.