Ethics for Acupuncturists

Ethics is often viewed today through the narrow lens of mandatory compliance with Codes of Conduct or Disciplinary Regulations-which merely sets the floor of standards of character and competence. To raise the ceiling of professional standards one must dive deeper into ethical philosophy and theory. This book provides a concise, thought-provoking, practical bridge for the Acupuncturist to think beyond “what must be done” and determine “what ought to be done”. – Michael Taromina, Esq., Chair of the NCCAOM Professional Ethics & Disciplinary CommitteeEthics for Acupuncturists should be required reading for all students of Chinese Medicine. This comprehensive text discusses a complex and nuanced topic with clarity and an understanding of how difficult it can sometimes be to do the right thing. The use of case studies is a thought-provoking and compassionate way to ponder what it means to make ethical choices. – Yvonne R. Farrell, DAOM, LAc, author of Acupuncture for Surviving AdversityThis book brings a contemporary perspective to important ethical issues encountered by today’s Chinese medicine practitioners. Various authors and practitioners delve into crucial ethical topics specific to Chinese medicine. The book is well-structured, with numerous real-world examples from practitioners and educators. It serves as an engaging and thought-provoking resource for practitioners and students of Chinese medicine. – Dr. Lissa Juedemann, L.Ac., Mountain Light Chinese Medicine

Christina Velderman is a Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine licensed to practice in North and South Carolina. Prior to discovering her calling to practice traditional medicine, her passion for ethics and leadership led her to work first as a news producer for NBC, and then to spearhead programming design and growth strategies for the top leadership honor society in the US.

Kathy Robinson is a Doctor of Medicine, and Chair of the Biomedicine Department at Daoist Traditions College of Chinese Medical Arts. She has worked in public health, taught healthcare in local prisons and served on the Ethics Forum of Mission Hospital for 10 years. She serves on the boards for the Wesley Foundation at UNCA and the Haywood Street Community Development.