Dr. James Kaufman
A graduate of the well-reputed Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson, British Columbia, Dr. Kaufman earned his four-year diploma in the school’s comprehensive Traditional Chinese Medicine Program, a detailed study of the various modalities of Chinese medicine. The program is modeled after Chinese medical universities of the People’s Republic of China and is far more extensive than the programs of most North American colleges. Dr. Kaufman’s education includes:

• Traditional Chinese Medical Diagnosis and Treatment
• Acupuncture and Meridian Pathways
• Chinese Herbal Therapy
• Diet Therapy
• Tui-Na Therapeutic Massage
• Qi-Gong Exercise for Healing and Meditation
• Tai Chi
• Counselling
• Western Medicine in relation to Chinese Medicine

While studying at ACOS, Dr. Kaufman also had the valuable opportunity to draw on the education of experience through his mentorship with a well-versed Doctor of Tradition Chinese Medicine, a relationship which helped lead him to his vocation for the healing arts. Dr. Kaufman remains committed to his quest through continued study of Chinese medicine and alternative healing and has also trained in Tai Chi and martial arts and traveled to Taiwan.

Since completing his studies, Dr. Kaufman’s practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine has specialized in cosmetic and anti-aging techniques and treatments. In all of his treatments, he is committed to raising health awareness and in supporting his patients in their movement towards greater wellbeing and personal fulfillment. With his wealth of knowledge, compassion, and patience, he will ensure that your journey to better health is a comfortable and gentle experience.