On this page you will find resources, referrals and on-line links to help you successfully navigate the diverse terrain of healthcare and wellness options, here in Portland and beyond.




 

Tips for Managing & Eliminating Acid Reflux

www.jeremymanalis.com (Licensed Massage Therapist, Craniosacral Therapist)

www.healthyjess.com (Chiropractor)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Oregon College of Oriental Medicine - www.ocom.edu
Hailed as one of the top schools in the nation, OCOM is my alma mater, located right here in beautiful Portland, Oregon.

American Association of Oriental Medicine - www.aaaomonline.org
This is the national professional organization for practitioners in the United States. Helpful information for both the consumer and the practitioner and annual national conference postings can be found here.

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine -
http://nccam.nih.gov

A branch of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), this site offers extensive information on many popular health topics, as well as information on research and clinical trials.

Acupuncture Today - www.acupuncturetoday.com
This is a free online periodical offering news, current issues, editorials, research updates and more in the field of acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.

Acupuncture.com - www.acupuncture.com
This site is designed for the practitioner looking for a helpful tip, the student wanting to learn more about modern techniques or the patient wanting to self-learn more about this medicine.

WebMD - www.webmd.com
This is a popular site for a more conventional perspective on the use and effectiveness of acupuncture for almost all matters related to your health.

PubMed Central - www.pubmedcentral.nih.gov
For those seeking scientific ariticles, this link will bring you to the National Institutes of Health central clearing house of clinical and research articles.

The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine - www.nccaom.org
This organization governs the safety and standard scope of practice of acupuncture and herbal medicine in the United States. All Licensed Acupuncturists (L.Ac.s) receive their certification through this governing body. Certification requirements and sample exams are also posted here for those interested in pursuing further education in the field of Oriental Medicine.

Oregon Board of Medical Examiners -www.oregon.gov/BME
“The mission of the Oregon Board of Medical Examiners is to protect the health, safety, and well being of Oregon citizens by regulating the practice of medicine in a manner that promotes quality care.” (from their website)

Community Acupuncture Network (CAN) -
www.communityacupuncturenetwork.org

This site provides access to learning more about the community style of acupuncture, where treatments are provided to multiple people at one time, in a large room, with fees offered on a sliding scale basis.

Considering the True Meaning of Complementary Medicine:
Using Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) to help address side effects of cancer chemotherapy treatments

By: Colleen Gibson, 2007
This is the research paper I wrote as part of my graduation requirements for my Masters Degree. It is written in the format of a presentation – please contact me if you are interested in having this presentation for your group.
click here for PDF

 

 

 

 
Colleen Gibson Acupuncture, my goal is to educate patients and help them to gain the skills and knowledge they need to easily and effectively support their own health throughout a lifetime. This page provides additional information about complementary and alternative medicine health care resources and practitioners, learn more about free classes and presentations, read articles that I’ve written.