Your Acupuncture Clinic works to alleviate presenting symptoms and promote ongoing health and wellbeing through the provision of patient focused, high-quality, and evidence based Chinese medical services.
By taking a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, Mark and Kerry work together to create positive and supportive experiences for their patients. We may use Acupuncture, Cupping, Gua Sha (scraping), and / or Chinese Herbs independently or in conjunction with other health professionals.
We provide superior customer service, and ensure you understand your treatment every step of the way. We serve with integrity, professionalism, passion and genuine care to provide the best result possible.
OUR HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEAM IS READY AND ABLE TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO A WIDE RANGE OF CONDITIONS SUCH AS:
Chronic Pain and Trauma [1]
Migraines and Headaches [2]
Neck Pain [3]
Back Pain [4]
Peripheral Neuropathy [5]
Osteoarthritis[6]
Post Operative Recovery [8,9]
Sports and Injury Recovery [10]
And more…..
Mark
Mark is a Co-Director, Owner, and practitioner
at Your Acupuncture Clinic at Greenslopes.
He has been in practice for ten years as a Chinese Medicine Practitioner.
After back surgery from an injury caused by heavy lifting, Mark began his personal journey to recovery with the help of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and Tai Chi exercises.
Qualifications
MasterS of Traditional Chinese Medicine
University of Western Sydney
Advanced Diploma of Acupuncture
Australian Institute of Applied Science
Graduate Certificate in Respiratory Science
Charles Sturt University
Certificate of sleep medicine
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Health Science (Complementary Medicine)
Charles Sturt University
Advanced Diploma Health Sciences (4 year - CNF38)
South Bank Institute of T.A.F.E.
From his experiences, Mark has developed a special interest in the treatment and co-management of neck and low back pain, chronic pain and trauma including neuropathic pain, postoperative
pain and recovery.
In 2013, Mark graduated with a Masters of Traditional Chinese Medicine through the University of Western Sydney, expanding his knowledge in the areas of:
Musculoskeletal and sports injuries
Pain management
Pharmacology of Chinese herbal medicine
National Registration and Associations
Chinese Medicine Board of Australia (CMBA)/Australian Health Practitioners Regulatory Agency (AHPRA)
(Chinese Medicine Practitioner) – # CMR0001732446
Registered for Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine
Australian Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Association (AACMA)
# 3356 for Acupuncture and Chinese Herbal Medicine
Kerry
Kerry is a Co-Director and Owner of Your Acupuncture Clinic. Kerry is a qualified social worker with experience in health service redesign, change management, and policy development. Kerry provides clinic management and support. With commitment
to the delivery of high quality services, you can be assured that our clients always receive positive and supported experiences.
Qualifications
Bachelor of Social Work
Graduate Certificate of Social Work
University of Queensland
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