At AACMAC 2025, broaden your horizons of traditional Chinese medicine practice and theory with our esteemed lineup of speakers, who are true pioneers and leaders in their fields.
View this page our exceptional speakers who will enrich you with their expertise and insights!
Dr. Jason D. Robertson is the co-author of Applied Channel Theory in Chinese Medicine (Eastland Press, 2008) with his teacher Professor Wang Ju-yi (王居易). Dr. Robertson has studied Chinese language for 25 years and Chinese medicine in Chengdu and Beijing. He currently maintains a private practice in Seattle, USA and is a full-time faculty member at the Seattle Institute of East Asian Medicine (www.siom.edu). In 2013 he was recognized by the Beijing Administration of Chinese Medicine as an official apprentice of Professor Wang Juyi.In 2018, he completed doctoral research on clinical reasoning in East Asian medicine and traditional means of information transmission. Dr. Robertson has taught courses on channel theory and diagnosis around the world.
Felip Caudet Piñana has been in practice as a physiotherapist and acupuncturist since 1999. Specialized in Japanese moxibustion, he is recognized as the fourth on the lineage of Fukaya Style of Moxibustion. He is also the developer of Kinseikyu (Postural Balancing Moxibustion).
As an international lecturer, he has published several books on Japanese moxibustion, and articles in specialized journals such as such as NAJOM or Osaka Shinkyu Journal. Currently he combines his teaching activity with a very busy clinical practice in Tarragona (Spain).
An internationally renowned figure in the field of Integrative and Chinese Medicine with over 30 years of clinical, academic, and research experience in the United States, Europe, China and Israel.
He is the president of the ETCMA -European TCM Association. Honorary Adjunct Fellow Honorary Adjunct Fellow at Western Sydney University.
He is the founder of TCM Academy of integrative medicine (TCM.AC) and has been a keynote lecturer in many international conferences on Integrative and Chinese Medicine.
He recently co-authored the book TCM Oncology Insights with the late Giovanni Maciocia.
Professor Zhen Zheng works “on the edge of the possible” to develop and deliver effective solutions for individuals suffering from acute pain and chronic conditions. Her passion is helping people live happier, healthier lives through advancing integrated care. Zhen is a clinical researcher, implementation scientist, educator, and Chinese medicine practitioner. She leads a multidisciplinary team to implement acupuncture in the largest Emergency Department in Victoria. Her other areas of research are Long COVID and insomnia.
Ellen Goldsmith is a nationally board certified, licensed acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist, educator, health and wellness consultant, and author of the book Nutritional Healing with Chinese Medicine: + 175 Recipes for Optimal Health.
She is on faculty at the National University of Natural Medicine’s College of Classical Chinese Medicine and the Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine teaching integrative medical fellows on the Energetics of Food.
Currently she maintains a consulting, teaching and Chinese medicine practice out of Portland, Oregon.
David Brown commenced practice in 1979 under the tutelage of Arthur Newman a pioneer practitioner of acupuncture, osteopathy and naturopathy in Australia. Since that time, spinal and musculo-skeletal conditions have been a significant part of Davids ongoing study, including study under Kimiyo Nakamura sensei a Sei Tai practitioner in Japan (意教, “to put the body in the best possible order” a traditional Japanese style of body work incorporating shiatsu and osteopathic style work).
Daniel moved to China in 2009 and completing his Bachelor’s degree at the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. During this time he had the opportunity to study with a variety of well known doctors, including Wang Ju Yi and Andrew Nugent-Head. After returning to Australia he founded the Purple Cloud Institute to disseminate what he learnt in China. He is currently in private clinical practice in Hobart and is finishing a Master’s degree researching Ming dynasty seasonal yangsheng practices.
With 25 years of experience in education, Christie commenced her career as a secondary school health and physical education teacher. Over the past 20 years, her professional focus has centred on creating and implementing risk management education resources and programs tailored for diverse professional audiences. Christie possesses a keen interest in the role that education plays in risk management by contributing to heightened awareness and behavioural change.
Since 1971 Dr McDonald has served in many roles including practitioner, lecturer, curriculum developer, Dean of Faculty, author, researcher, peer reviewer, conference speaker, Adjunct Senior Lecturer (School of Medicine, Griffith University), Chair of Acupuncture Now Australia and Vice-President for Research of Acupuncture Now Foundation, California. John currently practises in Southport and lectures at Endeavour College of Natural Health and Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Science, Oakland, California.
Greg Bantick, B.Ac., M.T.O.M., Began Chinese medicine in Sydney in 1975. Instrumental in developing the first college in Brisbane. Arranged trips by leading Chinese and Japanese scholar practitioners in the early 1980’s. Further training in China, Japan, England and the U.S. In San Diego served in curriculum advisory roles, as a senior faculty member and clinical supervisor. In 2001 became the Academic Dean and Clinical Director of the Seattle Institute of Oriental Medicine. Returned to Brisbane in 2005 and continues clinical practice, teaching, and mentoring. Learning about the inner terrain through Zen meditation is an abiding interest.
Robin Tim So is an acupuncturist, holistic wellness practitioner, and founder of Acupuncture Wisdom Online. With over four decades of experience, he has helped countless individuals navigate their health journeys by integrating 5-Element Acupuncture and transformative wellness practices. His personal experience overcoming Stage 4 non-small cell lung cancer deepened his understanding of the body’s innate healing capacity, inspiring his approach to blending Eastern wisdom with modern science. His practice focuses on empowering individuals to take charge of their healing through holistic strategies, self-awareness, and personalised guidance.
David Hartmann lives in Brisbane, Australia and has been practicing acupuncture since 1997. He works at the Endeavour College of Natural Health (ECNH), as a clinic supervisor. David also does freelance work for multiple institutions/companies around the world.
David has written two textbooks on Chinese medicine – ‘The Principles and Practical Application of Acupuncture Point Combinations‘ and ‘Acupoint Dictionary 2e‘. David has presented at conferences and done his own stand-alone seminars in fifteen countries around the world and developed online workshops for twelve companies world-wide.
Jean-Paul Staats has practiced Acupuncture and Chinese medicine for 33 years in private practice in Australia and in Europe. He is Australian trained with postgraduate studies from hospitals in Beijing, Nanjing and Nanning in China, in Japan, as well as the USA and UK. He has lectured at the Australian College of Natural Medicine (now Endeavour
College) for 6 years and has since also been appointed Australian branch director of the Institute of Classics in East Asian Medicine (ICEAM) after completion of a Diplomat of Canonical Chinese Medicine Training and further studies towards a clinical fellowship. He is currently a lecturer and clinical supervisor for ICEAM in Australia.
Dr. Jerzy Dyczynski is a medical professional dedicated to mainstream and traditional medicine. His medical career spans over four decades. He has served as a medical doctor, an Acupuncturist, and a Cardiologist in Poland, Germany, China, Switzerland, and Australia. Dr Jerzy worked in 2008-2009 at the University in Perth, researching Heart-Brain Medicine and as an acupuncturist at the ECU clinic for outpatients. Since 2014, he has been working in his own acupuncture practice in Perth.
Brigitte completed her Advanced Diploma of TCM in 2001 in Melbourne under Dr. Samuel Zheng. Over 20 years, she’s expanded her expertise in five-element acupuncture, classical herbal medicine, and Dr. Tung’s distal acupuncture. From 2021 to 2023, Brigitte earned a master’s degree at NICM, Western Sydney University, focusing on case study research. She now collaborates internationally, using case reports to advance Traditional East Asian Medicine (TEAM) modalities like acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine (CHM).
Peter Scarselletti completed his Acupuncture/Chinese Medicine Degree at Western Sydney University in 2004, with further training in China and Japan. He is the founder and director of Qiology, an organization offering CPD events to Acupuncture/Chinese Medicine professionals. Peter integrates diverse treatment methods in his clinic and shares his knowledge with practitioners and students. Despite his extensive training, cupping remains a treatment he finds particularly effective.
Dr. Han Wen (Daniel) Deng is a leading acupuncturist, educator, and innovator in TCM. With a Ph.D. in Acupuncture and over 35 years of experience, he has developed his own method called Deng Style Acupuncture & Pulse, focusing on pulse diagnosis to restore Qi balance. He teaches globally, refining acupuncture techniques, and serves as Vice President of NSW Association of Chinese Medicine.
His book, Back to the Roots, explores TCM fundamentals and clinical applications of his knowledge gathered over the years.
Sage Andreasen was a founding team member at The Acupuncture Pregnancy Clinic (with Jane Lyttleton) and in her own clinical practice for over 17 years, treating 1000s of cases of IVF support, natural fertility, women’s health, pregnancy and birth. Sage has also supported cancer patients in hospital and palliative care settings, and has supported her own partner through 4 years of gruelling cancer treatments and therapies and has a wealth of
personal and clinical experience to share on the subject of supporting cancer patients undergoing different treatment regimes.
Christine pursued a degree in Medical Science prior to degrees in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. Christine has since been involved in research including with the Western Sydney University, Cochrane Complementary Medicine Field, the Society for Acupuncture Research and the Obstetrical Acupuncture Association. Her interest
in Integrative Medicine peaked while working and studying in New York City. She hopes to join the drive towards Integrative Healthcare at scale in Australia.
Jann Mehmet’s extensive clinical experience in Chinese medicine (CM) spans 4 decades. Her interest in couple infertility started in 1986 after meeting a leading Seminologist. Their successful collaboration led to the establishment of Rozelle Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine Centre and Fertility Health, a team of CM practitioners supporting infertile couples; a randomised clinical trial on sub fertile men; a master’s in science by research; and the development of advanced CM assessment and treatment strategies for men.
Dr. Louis Chan has been committed to functional health since 1998, focusing on orthodontics, TMJ treatment, and holistic care to optimize body health and facial symmetry. In 2022, he earned a Master’s Degree in Chinese Medicine Acupuncture from RMIT University, integrating acupuncture with Western diagnostic techniques like sleep studies and biofeedback. Specializing in TMD and sleep disorders, including care for children with ASD and ADHD, Dr. Chan champions collaboration between Chinese and Western medicine for better patient outcomes.
Michael is a scholar-physician currently practicing in Brisbane. He lectures for the Academy of Source-Based Medicine (ASBM), specializing in acupuncture, formulas, and foundational theory. He translated the Qing dynasty work Explanations of Channels and Points, and together with Allen Tsaur, he edited several of Zhāng Jǐngyuè’s texts. They are currently working on the first volume of the Systematic Differentiation of Warm Diseases (Vol 1).
Dr Sean Zhu is a registered Chinese medicine practitioner and certified acupuncturist in Australia. He graduated from Shanghai University of Chinese Medicine in 2003 and gained his clinical experience as a registered Chinese medicine practitioner for 20 years. His expertise covers respiratory, digestive, nutritional, endocrine, and nervous systems. He specializes in integrated internal and external treatments for recurrent respiratory tract infections, asthma, adenoid hypertrophy, rhinitis, infant eczema, infant regurgitation, anorexia, functional disorders, chronic diarrhea, malnutrition, precocious puberty, attention deficit disorder, hyperactivity disorder, tic Disorders and other such conditions.
Wing Yu is a registered Chinese Medicine practitioner in Hong Kong with 5 years of clinical experience. She recently completed a master’s degree of Chinese Medicine at Western Sydney University. Her research focuses on Chinese Medicine music therapy and its applications in mental health.
