Eastern Medicine Doctor

Eastern Medicine Doctor

Duties and Responsibilities:

People in this field specialize in identifying energy imbalances through the concept of “qi”. Oriental medicine treats a variety of ailments including headaches, back pain, arthritis, or other illnesses by identifying patterns of imbalance within a body’s energy levels and working to readjust fluids or tissues in order to keep the body in balance and relieve pain. Oriental medicine techniques include acupuncture, cupping, acupressure, and herbal supplements that are applied to specific body parts or tissues.

Salary: $61,000

Education:

requirements vary state to state. Some practitioners are licensed to be a physician’s assistant and then take classes to become certified in oriental medicine. Most practitioners earn a Bachelor’s degree in biology or another medical related field, then go on to fill state requirements for practicing oriental medicine. Most states require students to work as an intern or apprentice for a specific number of hours in order to qualify for certification, and then have them take an examination to become certified.

I don’t think I’d like to have a career in this field but maybe I’d like to learn more about it as a hobby.