About Andrea
Andrea has been a Registered Acupuncturist since 2003 and is a graduate of the MacEwan University Acupuncture Program. She has a certificate in Chinese Herbology (MacEwan University) and a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Alberta. Presently, Andrea is a sessional instructor of acupuncture at MacEwan University as well as a member of the Academic Committee for Acupuncture Education (MacEwan University). Andrea is a member in good standing with the College of Acupuncturists of Alberta.
Andrea has completed additional professional development at Guangxi Traditional Chinese Medicine University (Nanning, China), the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (San Francisco, USA) and Harvard University (Cambridge, USA). Travelling to Managua, Nicaragua in association with Change For Children in 2007 was a life changing experience and helped deepen her understanding of the care of children with acupuncture. In 2014, she was voted Best Acupuncturist in the Vue Magazine Best of Edmonton Reader's poll.
Passionate about the care of children, Andrea also started People Powered Medicine, an informal group of healthcare professionals dedicated to volunteering their time to deliver free seminars to parents about children's health and development. In her spare time, Andrea likes to sing, scrapbook, and enjoy family life.
- Trained at
- Advanced Studies in Acupuncture, Guanxi Traditional Chinese Medical University, 2011 · Herbology Certificate, MacEwan University, 2011 · Diploma of Acupuncture, MacEwan University (College), 2003 · B.A. in French Literature, University of Alberta, 1996
- Member of
- College of Acupuncturists of Alberta
- Typical cost
- $85 - $110 per visitSun Life’s estimate, from members’ claims
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When a client is unable to attend the clinic in person due to an injury or illness, we offer a house call. It's old fashioned and we like it that way.
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Your 60-minute follow-up acupuncture session builds on the insights from your last visit. Designed for your busy schedule, this focused treatment helps restore balance, relieve pain, and encourages…
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During this visit your Acupuncturist will discuss your health concerns, take a complete history, and with your consent provide you with an Herbal consult and a suggestion for a traditional Chinese…
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