Ki Park

• As a per diem acupuncturist, provide specialized acupuncture treatment services at two out-patient clinics, namely Underground Stream Qi Acupuncture and Acu Therapy Pain Clinic (located in West Los Angeles), where I had prior professional connections. Additionally, offer educational sessions on treatment methods and insurance claim matters for private insurance companies to newly hired acupuncturists at these establishments.
• Treat a variety of ailments ranging anywhere from infertility, insomnia, musculoskeletal pain, allergies, stress, anxiety, headaches, PTSD symptoms, depression, side effects from cancer-related treatments, cold/flu support, and drug/alcohol recovery support.

Accomplishment

• In a clinic located in West Los Angeles, due to its nature, there was a significant proportion of patients presenting with substance abuse issues. I assisted these patients in achieving their goals of withdrawal symptom management and restoration of daily functioning by providing acupuncture treatments along with herbal supplements aimed at normalizing renal function and strengthening their determination. Through this approach, approximately 60%(between 42-45) of the 70 patients were able to attain their desired objectives.

• As Vice President of an outpatient acupuncture clinic, my responsibilities encompass comprehensive oversight of administrative operations, human resources management, and patient care.
• Optimize treatment outcomes for mental health conditions such as PTSD, depression, and anxiety, as well as effectively manage pain utilizing specific distal acupuncture points.
• Assist patients undergoing dopamine treatment with acupuncture for side effects
• Counsel patients in food therapy, plant(herb) based diets, herbal medicine

Accomplishment

• Over the course of a year, provided complimentary services to approximately 80 veterans who faced challenges in scheduling appointments or experiencing long wait times at the local VA hospital, thereby enhancing accessibility to care.
• Developed a detailed questionnaire to address the variability in treatment principles and acupuncture point selection based on the differing root causes, even for similar symptomatic issues. Mastered a protocol for selecting specific acupuncture points through this questionnaire.

• Provided daily treatment for an average of 15-20 patients referred by medical doctors for workplace injury-related insurance claims.
• Conducted meticulous review of patients' medical histories and formulated personalized treatment plans to address individual needs.
• Conducted pre-session assessments to track patient progress and recorded any changes or improvements in their medical charts.
• Specialized in treating patients with significant injuries, chronic pain, and ongoing issues, requiring sensitivity and patience in care delivery.
• Emphasized the importance of patience in treatment, ensuring patients had a clear understanding of the expected effects of acupuncture therapy through thorough explanation.

Accomplishment

• Enhanced proficiency in communication with MDs and specialized in treating chronic and stubborn injuries along with associated pain, having treated over 1000 patients.

• Offer intensive one-on-one acupuncture and therapeutic foot reflexology treatments, which include acupressure massage, aimed at balancing the mind, body, and spirit. And each session lasts approximately one hour. The therapeutic foot reflexology treatment meticulously selects and stimulates specific points tailored to each patient's diagnosis. Additionally, identify areas of intense pain through needle insertion and stimulate them using hands or other acupressure devices.

Accomplishment

• Through the treatment of over 100 patients within the span of a year, I developed proficiency in diagnosing and addressing various digestive, reproductive, and musculoskeletal issues by assessing foot morphology and conducting palpations.

• As patient care manager for two years, I was responsible for maintaining the quality of treatment. When using acupuncture, moxibustion, and cupping, I always made the other three team members aware of safety-related aspects. And every month, we checked the types of patients and treatment rates, checked whether the treatment direction was properly established, and checked areas for improvement through meetings. And assisted in training new acupuncturists at the clinic, promoting consistency in practice methods and patient care standards.

Accomplishments:

• Successfully developed the ability to adapt and excel in challenging environments while providing appropriate treatment to patients within limited timeframes at an out-patient clinic in Koreatown, where an average of 20 to 30 patients were treated daily.
• Treated a wide range of conditions, including vertigo, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and various types of musculoskeletal problems, employing a variety of techniques such as acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and laser acupuncture. Furthermore, I have developed standardized treatment procedures specifically tailored to address vertigo.
• Developed an effective treatment protocol for digestive system ailments utilizing foot reflexology techniques

• Performed several essential tasks to effectively manage operations at a outpatient clinic every single day. These tasks include verifying the functionality of computer systems, ensuring the proper operation of electro-acupuncture needles in each treatment room, conducting inventory checks prior to the preparation of patients' prescription herbal medicine, and monitoring the supply levels of herbs necessitating replenishment, while also managing their procurement through ordering processes.
• Provide clinical acupuncture services within an outpatient setting, encompassing the development, implementation, and evaluation of personalized, efficacious treatments. For patients experiencing pain, treatment effectiveness is verified by assessing alterations in pain levels and range of motion post-treatment. Treatment efficacy is validated through bi-weekly case studies, with adjustments made to establish a safer and more effective treatment plan when necessary.
• Offer counseling to patients, providing specific explanations regarding the necessity of the prescribed treatment, the specialized techniques employed, its mechanisms of action, and the anticipated outcomes.

Accomplishments

• Developed the treatment protocol for a combined approach involving acupuncture and herbal medicine from 2009 to 2010. This initiative yielded positive outcomes, benefiting 25 patients with anxiety, 4 patients with epilepsy, 12 patients with PTSD, over 70 patients with digestive issues, and more than 300 participants enrolled in the weight loss program.