Traditional Chinese Medicine Vancouver, Chinese Herbal Medicine Kitsilano

Mission Statement - To provide service excellence, unsurpassed professionalism, and the depth of knowledge fundamental to being a team that can learn, practice, and progress together. - To build a work environment where each person is valued, respected, and has the opportunity for personal and professional growth. - To commit to the health, well-being, and success of our staff, physicians, patients, community partners, and friends - To maintain a respected presence of quality service, as well as a tradition of caring. These are the hallmarks of Qi Integrated Health.

Kiem Schutter, Clinical Director, R.Ac. A graduate of the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences doctorate program, Kiem Schutter has extensive experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine and acupuncture, with a specialization in pediatrics and skin disease. He has also used a holistic healing approach to successfully treat sports-related conditions, soft tissue damage, stress-related syndromes and fatigue. In practice, Kiem uses all aspects of TCM including Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, dietary therapy, cupping and Chinese massage (tui na). His extensive post-graduate studies have included pediatric health, dermatology, sinusitis and facial rejuvenation. In 2004, his clinical experience was strengthened by a visit to China to study with a doctor of Chinese medicine in the Tong Ren Hospital of Beijing. In addition, he has studied with Dr.David Lam, Lorne Brown, Robert Helmer and Mary Elizabeth Wakefeild. After an initial assessment, Kiem will develop a clear and flexible treatment strategy designed specifically for you. Your treatments may include herbal prescriptions, Chinese therapeutic cupping and acupuncture; ultimately leading you on a path to greater well being.

Dr. Kelly Cmolik, DTCM, R.Ac. Dr. Kelly Cmolik graduated from the Doctorate program at Vancouver’s International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine. She is a Registered Acupuncturist and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia (CTCMA). Her post-graduate studies include training in diagnostics, pregnancy and childbirth, infertility, women's health, endocrinology, dermatology, allergic and autoimmune conditions including asthma, allergic rhinitis, eczema, psoriasis and Crohn's disease. She also completed the Constitutional Facial Renewal course with Mary Elizabeth Wakefield. Dr. Cmolik has a special interest in treating chronic skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis, using a combination of internal therapy and all natural skin care products. Respiratory health is another area of clinical focus, and she has enjoyed success in the treatment of asthma and other chronic conditions affecting the lungs. She is currently accepting new clients. For more information visit www.drcmolik.com

Dr. Tesnim Adatya Dr. Adatya is a general practitioner and primary care physician. She completed her B.Sc. in Speech Pathology and spent a year abroad involved in humanitarian work before entering medical school at age 20. She has always recognized the importance of prevention in health care and continuing medical education. Dr. Adatya holds a Doctorate degree in Naturopathic Medicine from the nationally accredited National College of Naturopathic Medicine in Oregon, has post-graduate certification as a Menopause Clinician through the National Certification Corporation for the Obstetric & Gynecological Specialties, and is further certified in Clinical Breast Examinations for Breast Cancer Risk and Assessment through the Oregon Cancer Center in association with Oregon Health Sciences University. Dr. Adatya also has advanced accreditation in Obstetrics, Intravenous Therapeutic Injections, NAET, Clinical Homeopathy and is licensed in Acupuncture. Dr. Adatya has lectured nationwide in over 300 cities to both the general public and health care professionals on topics related to reproductive health and cancer. Her lecturing circuit has included Scripps Medical Center, Arthur Ashe Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Columbia University, Harvard School of Public Health and Oregon Health Sciences University, to name a few. She is a respected authority on women’s health issues and has been interviewed nationally in print, television and radio, including NPR and CBC. Dr. Adatya has published numerous articles and is a contributing author of the book, A Woman’s Health Resource, 2nd edition. For more information, see www.dradatya.com <www.dradatya.com/> .

Dr. Peter Wood, DTCM, R.Ac., BPE Dr. Peter Wood's clinical experience and focus are on the Atopic conditions of Asthma, Allergies, and Eczema. Currently, Peter serves as the President of the board of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Association of British Columbia (www.tcmabc.org). Participation in a Qi Gong class ignited Peter’s fascination with the idea of Qi. His curiosity led him to the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver, where he completed five years of rigorous training. Peter has since achieved the highest level of certification available in the profession (Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine) which incorporates the licenses of Registered Acupuncturist, and Registered TCM Herbalist. In the process, he also completed a two-month residency at the Anhui hospital in Hefei, China. Peter has a Bachelor of Physical Education (BPE) from the University of Manitoba. He is inspired by the belief that Qi is the missing link between the etiology (the cause of disease), and pathogenesis (the development of disease) in Western medicine. His goal is to bridge the gap between these medicines, the merging of which will create the most effective medical system in history. For more information, please visit www.woodway.ca

Dr. Robin Armstrong, BA, DC Dr. Robin Armstrong has been involved in the health and wellness industry for over 15 years as a coach, personal trainer, yoga teacher, kinesiologist and now chiropractor. After seeing the success her mother, a highly competitive runner, achieved through chiropractic care, and experiencing the effects herself as a varsity volleyball player, she was inspired to pursue a career in chiropractic. Following a degree in kinesiology at the University of Western Ontario, she completed a further four years of chiropractic training at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in Toronto. Dr. Armstrong takes a strong interest in helping people get active and stay active to enjoy a long, healthy life. Combining traditional chiropractic care with advanced soft tissue therapy (Active Release Technique), exercise prescription and Yoga Therapy, she designs individualized treatment programs to get her patients pain free, more mobile, and back enjoying life. Dr. Armstrong is also a certified yoga instructor and has taught anatomy for the yoga teacher training programs at Semperviva Yoga, Live Yoga, and Yoga Works. She was pleased to be chosen by Lululemon Athletica as an Ambassador of health, fitness, and community values. Dr. Armstrong has contributed health and wellness articles to Impact Magazine, Alive Magazine, myyogaonline.com, Vancouver View magazine and The Globe and Mail. To learn more visit www.stayactive.ca

Kelsey Armstrong , RMT Kelsey Armstrong is a graduate of the 3000 hour program at the West Coast College of Massage Therapy. A strong passion for sport related injuries and rehabilitation is what drove her into this field. Throughout the past three years, Kelsey has had the opportunity to work with varsity athletes at UBC and train with members of the Burnaby Lake Rugby Club. She often treats chronic and acute conditions using a combination of modalities such as myofacial release, joint mobilization, muscle energy and deep tissue massage to achieve specific goals, ultimately leading you to a more comfortable state of body and mind.

Lisa Schneider, RMT In April of 2007, Lisa Schneider graduated from the Massage Therapy program at Algonquin College in Ottawa, ON. She also studied two levels of craniosacral therapy with the Upledger Institute which helped her develop further insight to the complexities of trauma on the human body. Originally registered in Ontario, Lisa spent two years in the nation’s capital developing her skills as a Massage Therapist and Craniosacral Therapist in both an integrative medicine clinic and a registered massage therapy clinic. Now in Vancouver, Lisa is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of BC and a member of the Massage Therapists Association of BC. Armed with the most current health and massage information and a genuine thirst for knowledge, Lisa enjoys applying her skills and experience at Qi Integrated Health. With a focus on pain management and rehabilitation, she ultimately hopes to show that with accurate treatment, education and balance, pain can be managed alternatively and should not prevent people from living the best life possible.

Antony Fentiman, Dip.Nsp.H, BA(Hons) Dip.Arch. In 1997, while working in the Far East, Antony began a deep interest in meditation and the spiritual aspects of life. His search led him to a healing and meditation practice that are now fundamental parts of his life. After practicing as an Architect for many years, he trained as a Natural Spiritual Healer over a two year period at the SRMHC's Mother Centre in the UK, under the guidance of his Guru Mata Yogananda. He is a co-director and Healer at the Self Realization Meditation Healing Centre on the Sunshine Coast. An Incorporated Society, dedicated to nurturing a Spiritual environment for people of all walks of life to come and retreat. www.selfrealizationcentrecanada.com He offers a weekly clinic at Qi Integrated Health in Natural Spiritual Healing. Progressive Counselling, Yoga Therapy and a Meditation Foundation class can also be offered. As a Healer, he works from a depth of intuition to establish the needs of each patient. Working with the specific physical, mental, emotional or spiritual issues to allow balance to be restored on all levels. This is acheived through a combination of a consultation process, energy care techniques and the Healing itself.

Lindsay Leong, RMT Born and raised in Vancouver, Lindsay grew up in the Trout Lake-Renfrew neighbourhood known for its diverse culture and strong sense of community. Her interest in massage therapy stems from a love of working with people and a fascination with the human body. She is a passionate person who strives to treat each client with careful attention, patience and compassion. As an advocate for preventative medicine, Lindsay empowers her clients through education and encourages a proactive lifestyle. She enjoys the challenges of treating orthopaedic and systemic conditions and believes that regular relaxation massages are essential for ones overall well-being. Lindsay’s sports background includes dragon boat and figure skating. She used her training as a competitive figure skater to teach lessons through the Vancouver Parks & Recreation Learn to Skate Program for over 10 years. Lindsay also has her diploma in Jazz Studies from Capilano University and continues to teach private piano lessons to children in her community. Her current activities include: biking, yoga, rock climbing and knitting!

Olga Blushtein, Clinical Hypnotherapist and Cognitive Behaviour Hypnotherapist Olga Blushtein is an experienced Clinical and Cognitive Behaviour Hypnotherapist. She completed her training at the Coastal Academy of Hypnotherapy and is a member of the International Medical and Dental Hypnotherapy Association. Her previous career as a business analyst helped Olga to develop the strong analytical skills that are a part of her hypnotherapy practice today. She is also an artist, and finds that hypnotherapy is a highly creative process. Olga is highly fascinated by hypnosis and the abilities of the human mind, and she believes that hypnosis is the most powerful tool ever discovered. Olga’s mission is to create desirable and lasting changes in the lives of her clients. Self-hypnosis is a part of her daily life, and she feels honored to have the chance to share this knowledge with others to help them build brighter and happier lives. For more information, please visit ( www.discoverhypnosis.ca )

Dr. Ayla Wilson, ND Dr. Ayla Wilson is a Naturopathic physician with a focus on sports injuries and chronic ligament, tendon and joint pathologies. Dr. Wilson attended the University of British Columbia for her undergraduate studies in human and cell physiology, biology and genetics before completing her 4 year Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine program at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine, an accredited Naturopathic college in New Westminster, BC. Her additional training includes Prolotherapy and Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy, regenerative injection techniques that stimulate the body’s own immune cells to repair damaged connective tissues in tendons, ligaments and cartilage. Dr. Wilson has found these techniques to be essential in the recovery program for any sports injury, chronic joint pain or instability. Dr. Wilson’s interest in sports medicine sprouted from her own experience as a competitive athlete. Currently as an active runner, rock climber and cyclist, she values every aspect of healthy living, and is passionate about helping people recover from their injuries and getting them back on their feet. Dr. Wilson will be joining the team at Qi Integrated Health in November 2010.