Gregory E. LeBlanc
-Doctor of Philosophy in Buddhist studies (Ph.D.)
-Master's degree in Oriental Medicine (MSOM)
-California licensed acupuncturist (AC 5517)
-Board certified in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine (NCCAOM 6966)
-Provider for the US Department of Veterans Affairs
-Provider for The Office of Workers' Compensation Program
-600 + hours of postgraduate education in Chinese medicine and acupuncture
Greg has for the past 30 years been exploring and learning the healing practices, martial culture and spirituality of the east; specifically he has been in private practice as an Asian medicine provider for over 21 years and performed over 30,000 acupuncture treatments. Greg has also completed hundreds hours of continuing education which has deepened and solidified his knowledge and experience.
Greg's involvement with Chinese medicine began as a teenager when his Kung Fu teacher promoted acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and Qi Gong as solutions to a variety of health problems. He was successfully treated for chronic asthma, allowing him to participate in High school sports and continue a life long dedication to the martial arts.
-Master's degree in Oriental Medicine (MSOM)
-California licensed acupuncturist (AC 5517)
-Board certified in acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine (NCCAOM 6966)
-Provider for the US Department of Veterans Affairs
-Provider for The Office of Workers' Compensation Program
-600 + hours of postgraduate education in Chinese medicine and acupuncture
Greg has for the past 30 years been exploring and learning the healing practices, martial culture and spirituality of the east; specifically he has been in private practice as an Asian medicine provider for over 21 years and performed over 30,000 acupuncture treatments. Greg has also completed hundreds hours of continuing education which has deepened and solidified his knowledge and experience.
Greg's involvement with Chinese medicine began as a teenager when his Kung Fu teacher promoted acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine and Qi Gong as solutions to a variety of health problems. He was successfully treated for chronic asthma, allowing him to participate in High school sports and continue a life long dedication to the martial arts.
To practice Acupuncture in the state of California, one must successfully complete 3,000 total hours - including 2,000 didactic and 1000 clinical hours. Most people finish this arduous journey over a four-year period of time. The Master's Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine is the longest master's program in the entire country. Even after the diploma is obtained, one must pass the esteemed California Acupuncture Licensing Exam, which boasts statistics of 49% to 61% pass-rates over the last six years. The NCCAOM accredits acupuncturists on a National level, which assures consistency in the professional standards.
Dr. LeBlanc has served as an instructor at both SAMRA University and the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences; teaching acupuncture point location, pharmacology and nutrition. He trained directly with Dr. Richard Tan, learning the entire Balance Method firsthand from its creator. Most recently he has trained privately with Dr. David Twicken, focusing on I Ching acupuncture and channel theory point selection acupuncture.
