Faculty

Edilberto M. Concepcion, MD, CMA

President

  • Certified Medical Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • Licensed Medical Practitioner
  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine from the University of the East – Ramon Magsaysay Medical Center
  • Graduate of BS in Psychology from the University of the Philippines
  • Founder of Oasis Acupuncture Clinic.

Shengrong Liu 刘胜荣, SMIC, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M. (NCCAOM) DAOM, CA, CTCMP

Academic Dean

  • Certified Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner in the Philippines
  • California Licensed Acupuncturist
  • Graduated Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Five Branches University, San Jose, CA, USA
  • Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences, Oakland, CA, USA
  • Diplomate in Oriental Medicine from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, USA
  • Member of the American Association of Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture.

Juan Liu 刘娟, SMIC, L.Ac., Dipl. O.M.(NCCAOM) DACM, CA, CTCMP

Assistant Dean

  • Certified Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • New York State Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist
  • Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Pacific College of Health and Science, San Diego, USA
  • Diplomate in Oriental Medicine from the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, USA
  • Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology St. Louis University, Baguio City, Philippines

Ma. Lourdes U. Concepcion, MD, CMA

  • Certified Medical Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • Registered Medical Doctor for more than 30 years
  • Clinical and Anatomic Pathologists
  • Graduate of Traditional Chinese Medicine – Academy of Pain Research, California, USA
  • Graduated BS Zoology – University of the Philippines
  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine – University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Medical Center

Che-Chang Kuo, MD, Ph.D

  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine – China Medical College, School of Post-Baccalaureate Chinese Medicine, Taiwan
  • Graduated Master of Medical Science – China Medical College, Institute of Chinese Medical Science, Taiwan
  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine (Major in Gynecology in Chinese Medicine) – Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine, China
  • Lecturer at I-Shou University, School of Chinese Medicine for Post Baccalaureate, Taiwan

Hua-Wen Hsiao, L.Ac Ph.D

  • Licensed Acupuncturist in California, USA
  • Licensed Physician in Traditional Chinese Medicine in China
  • Graduated Doctor of Philosophy from Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Graduate of Master’s Degree from the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences

Zunxia Zhang, RSCJ, OMD, MHPEd., Ph.D

  • Certified Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • Graduated Doctor of Philosophy in Clinical Psychology, University of Santo Tomas Graduate School
  • Graduated Master in Health Profession, Education, University of Santo Tomas Graduate School
  • Graduate of Bachelor’s Degree in Chinese Medicine from Hebei University of Medicine (China)
  • Advanced Course of Acupuncture and Moxibustion in Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine (Beijing, China)
  • Licensed physician in Traditional Chinese Medicine in China

Philip Nino Piquer Tan-Gatue, MD,CMA

  • Certified Medical Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • With Certificate in Herbal Medicine (China)
  • Graduated from China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences (2010), Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine (2005), and University of the Philippines College of Medicine (2002)
  • Clinical Associate Professor, Department of Family and Community Medicine UP College of Medicine
  • Part-time Faculty, University of the East – Ramon Magsaysay Medical Center Graduate School
  • Service Committee Member, Traditional and Integrative Medicine Clinic Department of Family and Community Medicine UP-PGH Medical Center
  • Acupuncturist at Oasis Acupuncture Clinic, Quezon City
  • Consultant Director for Acupuncture Services, The Medical City
  • Member of The Medical City Institutional Review Board

Andrew Wu L.Ac., PhD

  • Over 40 years of experience in TCM clinical practice
  • Senior Lecturer, Professor for Doctoral Program (Five Branches University, California, USA)
  • Graduated Oriental Medical Doctor (South Baylo University, California, USA)
  • Graduated Doctor of Philosophy in Medical Science (Tianjin University Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China )
  • Graduated Doctor of Philosophy in Oriental Medicine Advancement (American Global University, Wyoming, USA)
  • Graduated Oriental Medical Doctor (North American Academy of Advance Asian Medicine, New Mexico, USA)
  • Graduate of Bachelor of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine (Tianjin University Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin, China)

Evan Pinto, DACM, L.Ac

  • Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine
    Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, New York, USA
  • Master of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine 2008-2011: Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, New York, NY
  • Bachelor of Fine Arts (with Honor)
    The New School University, New York, USA
  • Certificate of Professional Training in Musical Theater
    American Musical and Dramatic Academy, New York, USA
  • Founder and owner of 上海海杏吉⽂文化传播有限公司 Ginkgo Wellness, Shanghai, China – Established Wellness Company to promote and deliver TCM in Shanghai at various healing centers.
  • TOEFL Certificate
  • New York State Acupuncture License
  • Council of College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
  • Clean Needle Technique Certification
  • Member of the World Federation of Acupuncture Societies
  • Member of Pacific College of Oriental Medicine Alumni Association

Isidro C. Sia MD.

  • Professor of Pharmacology, College of Medicine, University of the Philippines Manila
  • Representative, ASEAN Traditional Medicine/Health Supplement Scientific Committee
  • Graduated Doctor of Philosophy from Kobe University School of Medicine
  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine from the University of the Philippines
  • Chairperson of the Medical Sciences Division and Vice-President of the Governing Board, National Research Council of the Philippines
  • Director, Institute of Herbal Medicine, National Institutes of Health UP Manila
  • Chairperson, Formulary Executive Council, DOH
  • Consultant, for evaluation of new drug applications, Bureau of Food and Drug
  • Manager, Bioavailability Unit, UP Department of Pharmacology
  • Vice Chancellor for Administration, UP Manila
  • Dean, National Graduate School of the Health Sciences, UP Manila
  • Chairman, Department of Pharmacology, College of Medicine UP Manila
  • President, Philippine Society of Experimental and Clinical Pharmacology

Teresa Salome L. Yap, MD, MPH, PhD

  • Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist, National Acupuncture Detoxification Association
  • Graduated Doctor of Philosophy (Clinical Psychology) and Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City
  • Master in Public Health (Immunoparasitology), Harvard University School of Public Health, USA.
  • With Diploma in Tropical Medicine & Hygiene, Mahidol University, Thailand at the College of Medicine.
  • Diplomate, The Philippine Board of Pain Medicine, Inc.

Genevieve Marie A. Honculada, MD

  • Fellow, Philippine College of Emergency Medicine (PCEM)
  • Licensed Physician
  • Graduated from Residency Training in Emergency Medicine from Makati Medical Center
  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine from University of Santo Tomas
  • Graduate of BS Biology from University of Santo Tomas

Marionne Chester A. Jurilla, MD,MBA

  • Medical Scientific Liasion at Novartis Healthcare Inc.
  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine from Ateneo De Manila
  • Graduated of BS Biology from University of the Philippines, Diliman
  • Graduated of BS Industrial Pharmacy from University of the Philippines, Diliman
  • Licensed Physician
  • Licensed Pharmacist

Berenice Dominique Sy Limark-Yu, MD, CAMA

  • Resident Anesthesiologists, St. Luke’s Medical Center, Department of Anesthesiology
  • Graduated Doctor of Medicine from St. Luke’s College of Medicine
  • Licensed Physician
  • Member of Philippine Society of Anesthesiologists
  • Member of Philippine Medical Association
  • Alumni member of UP Manila Alumni Association

Aina Elise Sutingco, MD

• Graduate of SMIC Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine Inc.

• Licensed Physician

• Graduate Doctor of Medicine, Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health

• Health Concepts in Chinese Medicine, The Hong-Kong University of Science and Technology

• Graduate of Bachelor of Science, Major in Biology, University of Santo Tomas

Ronald Garingalao Garvilles, RCh, PhD

  • Phd, Biological Sciences, Osaka University, Japan
  • Registered Nutritionist, Tokyo
  • Licensed Chemist
  • Graduated BS Biochemistry from University of Santo Tomas
  • With Diploma in Nutrition, Hattori Nutrition College, Tokyo, Japan
  • Technical Service Specialist QAIGEN Business Service (Manila), Inc.
  • Associate Professor, Department of Nutrition, College of Public Health, University of the Philippines, Manila
  • Member, Integrated Chemists of the Philippines

Kristle B. Chua, USRN, RN, CA, CTCMP, MSAT

  • Graduate of BS Nursing, Metropolitan Hospital College of Nursing
  • Registered Nurse, State of Michigan
  • Graduate of SMIC Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Certified Acupuncturist (PITAHC)
  • Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
  • Member of Renal Association of the Philippines
  • Member of Philippines Nurses Association
  • Member of Philippine Society of Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturist
  • Master of Medicine Acupuncture & Moxibustion and Tuina

Sr. Amelita M. Cadiao, MSBS, RN, CA, CTCMP

  • Graduate of BS Nursing, Capitol Medical Center Colleges
  • Graduate of SMIC Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Certified Acupuncturist (PITAHC)
  • Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
  • Member of Philippine Society of Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturist

Samuel Ng Chau

  • Instructor in Infinity Tai Chi “Health and Wellness”
  • Instructor in Eskrima De Ocampo JDC-IO
  • Member of Rapif Tai Chi Chuan Group
  • Arnis Professional Instructor Course at ICPES (former NCPE)

Maria Rosario C. Tan, RN, CA

  • Graduate of BS Nursing, University of Santo Tomas, Mla, Philippines
  • Certified Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • Acupuncturist at Zusanli Acupuncture and Wellness Clinic

Lloyd Lester Lee, BS IME, CAA

  • Graduate of BS in Industrial Management Engineering,
    De La Salle University, Manila, Philippines
  • Certified Associate Acupuncturist in the Philippines
  • Yoga Instructor
  • Faculty of Ananda Marga International (Yoga) Academy in Singapore – teaching Yoga – Anatomy

Dordjieva, Elena, L.Ac., DACM, MSTCM

  • Master of Science in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, New York
  • New York State Licensed Acupuncturist
  • Alumna of College of Oriental Medicine, New York, USA
  • Member of Acupuncture Society of New York (ASNY)
  • Member of American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
  • Member of the Journal “the Three Treasures” of Giovanni Macioca

Tambong , Geraldine C., CAA

  • Graduate of BS in Mass Communication, Pamantasan Lungsod ng Maynila
  • Junior Research Data Analyst
  • Graduate of SMIC Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine
  • Certified Associate Acupuncturist (PITAHC)
  • Member of Philippine Society of Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturist
  • Laser Medical Clinician and Associate Acupuncturist
  • Ear Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist
  • Master’s Degree of Acupuncture & Moxibustion, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Mark Joseph Calano, PhD. PhD

  • Vice President for Research and Innovation, Panpacific university
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Philosophy, Ateneo de Manila University
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Applied Linguistics, Saint Louise University
  • Master of Arts in Philosophy &Master of Arts in Religious Studies, Saint Louis University
  • Member, Philosophical Association of the Philippines

Christine Joy M Pinpin, RN

  • Masters in Education Major in Special Education 
  • Graduate of BS Nursing, University of the East Ramon Magsaysay Memorial Medical Center 
  • Graduate of SMIC Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine
    Acupuncture Program

Fatima Christina Lao Tan, MD, RMT, CTCMP, CMA

  • Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
  • Certified Medical Acupuncturist 
  • Licensed Physician
  • Philippine Christian University, Doctor of Medicine Master’s in Business Administration
  • University of Santo Tomas, Doctor of Medicine and Surgery
  • University of Santo Tomas, BS Medical Technology

Irish Ann D. Sanchez, MD, MBA

  • Licensed Physician
  • Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health Doctor of Medicine
  • Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health
    Master’s in Business Administration
  • University of Philippines BS Pharmacy

JERIC ALLAN TAN, MD

• Residency Training in Pathology, VMMC

• Doctor of Medicine – FEU Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation.

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology – FEU Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation.

Russel Lloyd Lim , PhD, CAA , CTCMP

  • Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
  • Certified Associate Acupuncturist
  • Graduate of SMIC Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine Inc.
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Organization Development at Southeast Asia Interdisciplinary Institute.
  • Master’s Degree in System Engineering at the University of Queensland.
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at De La Salle University.

Sr. Faustina Tan , RN , China , CTCMP

• Certified Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner

• Certified Associate Acupuncturist

• Graduate of SMIC Institute of Traditional Chinese Medicine Inc.

Glenda C. Mendoza-Baysa

  • Attorney of Law
  • MA in Psychology, Adamson University, Manila
  • Bachelor of Laws, Adamson University, Manila
  • BS in Psychology, Adamson University, Manila