My Background
I am a Registered Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Registered Acupuncturist. I discovered Chinese Medicine through my passion for edible and medicinal native plants. After years of self study and having grown up in the bush learning about herbology, I craved a more comprehensive medical approach. I found it in Chinese Medicine!
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I received my Diploma of Acupuncture from the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in 2012 after four year of study in both acupuncture and herbal medicine. I have also completed an additional two years in the Doctoral Program at Pacific Rim College.
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I currently provide care through my clinic and herbal dispensary in the historic Duncan Garage building, in downtown Duncan.
As well as running my own clinic and dispensary in Wolfville NS, I served as Director of Standards of Practice on the board of the CMAAC-NS (Chinese Medicine & Acupuncture Assoc. of Canada) and worked to bring the professional standardization of Chinese Medicine to Nova Scotia.
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I have also enjoyed the rewarding experience of teaching Internal Medicine at the College of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine in Halifax Nova Scotia.
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I also hold a Diploma of Social Work from Grant MacEwan University, and have worked for many years as a counsellor and community advocate. I bring these supportive skills and training to my current clinical practice.
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My Approach
Fallows = Grounded
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My style is equal parts Practical and Holistic.
I believe strongly in the ability of Chinese Medicine to help and heal. Everything "natural" however, is not necessarily healthy. I can help you navigate the fad products and new popular diets so you can avoid harm, and find what is healthy for your unique situation.
I enjoy an integrated approach to medicine and feel that Chinese Medicine works well when intelligently balanced with western medicine. Some people think they have to choose one over the other. I believe that balance and consistency is the key.
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The motto of my school of Chinese Medicine is "Through oneself, know others". I have a rich life experience that grounds my clinical practice to share and help connect with my patients. I continue to delve deeper into Chinese Medicine, considering it a lifelong pursuit and calling.
