Kevin Ianson | 孙凯文, 中医师
Dr.TCM, MHSc, DCAPM

Kevin is a graduate of the doctor of traditional Chinese medicine program at Pacific Rim College and is a registered Acupuncturist, Herbalist, and Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine with the CCHPBC (formerly the CTCMA). In addition to his training at Pacific Rim College, Kevin completed a residency in neurology and pain management at the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and its affiliate hospitals. During his residency he treated a variety of conditions including concussion, stroke, paralysis, multiple sclerosis (MS), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson’s disease, fibromyalgia, and Bell’s palsy to name a few. Kevin continues to develop his skills and knowledge through both mentor and self-directed study focusing on both the classical roots of Chinese medicine and the emerging field of functional neurology. Kevin is currently working towards Fellowship with the American College of Functional Neurology.

Kevin believes that healthcare should have a patient-centered approach that emphasizes patient education and working with the patient to achieve their optimum health through minimal intervention. Areas of particular clinical interest to Kevin are neurology, internal medicine, cardiology & respirology, and trauma recovery. In addition to traditional Chinese acupuncture Kevin is also trained in Korean Sa’am acupuncture, the Zhu, Hao, & Lin scalp acupuncture systems, and neuro-anatomical acupuncture.

Outside the clinic, you can find Kevin engaged with a wide variety of community organization providing first aid and aquatic emergency management training to both the public and professional groups. In his spare time, Kevin enjoys practicing Aikido (合気道), hiking, beekeeping, and studying anything about Chinese medicine that he can get his hands on.

Degrees

Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine - Pacific Rim College
Graduate Certificate Clinical Chinese Medicine - Beijing University of Chinese Medicine
Masters of Health Science - American College of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

Current Continuing Education

Neuro-meridian Integrated Acupuncture - Poney Chiang, PhD, R.TCMP
Clinical Neuroscience Program - Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies

Past Continuing Education

Advanced Clinical Series - Feng Shi Lun, Ph.D and Suzanne Robidoux, Ph.D, L.Ac
Classical Yuan Qi Acupuncture - Suzanne Robidoux, Ph.D
Hu Xi Shu Jing Fang Lineage Transmission - Suzanne Robidoux, Ph.D, L.Ac
Protocol for Treating Parkinson's Disease with Classical Chinese Medicine - Suzanne Robidoux, Ph.D
Modern and Classical Chinese Medicine Approach to Multiple Sclerosis - Suzanne Robidoux, Ph.D
Jing Fang Diagnosis and Formulas - Feng Shi Lun, Ph.D, White Pine Institute

Traditional (Zheng Gu) Tui Na - Tom Bisio
Pain Reset - Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies
Functional Neurology Management of Concussion - Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies
Muscle Testing in Functional Neurology - Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies
Pain Management Diplomate Credentialing - Canadian Academy of Pain Management
Sports Concussion Management - SportMedBC
Concussion Awareness Training Tool: Medical Professional - UBC Faculty of Medicine
Assessment & Treatment of Concussion - Anthony Lombardi, DC
Assessment and Treatment of Peripheral Nerve Entrapment - Anthony Lombardi, DC
Acupuncture Sports Medicine Series - Whitfield Reaves OMD, L.Ac
Chronic Pain Masterclass - Acupuncture Now Australia

Acupuncture of Wandering Monks: Introduction & Practice of Sa’am Acupuncture - Toby Daly, Ph.D, L.Ac
A Comprehensive Guide to Using Acupuncture in Pregnancy, Labour, & Post-partum - Debra Betts, Ph.D
Clinical Essentials: Simple and Effective Treatments - Reuven Freesman, Dr.TCM