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How to become an acupuncturist

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Acupuncture is a form of integrative medicine that involves the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body to promote overall health and well-being. However, acupuncture is much more than this. As National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) faculty member Brandt Stickley explains: “Acupuncture is a modality that harnesses the power of awareness …

NUNM Community Successfully Petitions Oregon Gov. Kate Brown to Proclaim Oct. 24 ‘Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Day 2022’

The State of Oregon Seal and Oregon Gov. Kate Brown's signature on the official proclamation designating Oct. 24, 2022 “Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Day” in the State of Oregon.
Thanks in part to the legislative advocacy of NUNM’s community, Oregon Gov. Kate Brown officially proclaimed Oct. 24, 2022 “Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine Day.” This official day of observance is an effort to raise awareness about the over 35,000 licensed acupuncturists practicing today across the United States, and to establish acupuncturists as a Medicare provider …

25 NUNM Students Receive Scholarships for 2022-2023 Academic Year

Photo of NUNM’s urban campus located in southwest Portland, just a short distance from downtown and the Willamette River, with a clear view of the Portland Aerial Tram connecting the city’s South Waterfront district and the main Oregon Health & Science University campus.
The NUNM Office of Advancement is proud to announce the recipients of 2022-2023 scholarships. Their dedication and service to natural medicine is commendable. “We are so very honored to be able to help support the next generation of natural medicine professionals, and we are grateful for their role in changing the landscape of our healthcare …

45 new ND students begin naturopathic journey at White Coat Ceremony

45 new students representing the Class of 2026 Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) degree program donned their white coats for the first time at an in-person and virtual ceremony held Sept. 8, 2022. on the NUNM campus
Forty-five new students representing the Class of 2026 Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine (ND) degree program donned their professional physician attire for the first time at the in-person and virtual White Coat Ceremony held Sept. 8, 2022 on the NUNM campus. Emceed by Kelly Baltazar, ND, dean of NUNM’s ND degree program, the White Coat Ceremony …

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Nicci Lambert, ND, MSOM ('13)

A dual-degree success story: Integrating natural medicine in a hospital setting. Dr. Lambert works in an integrative medicine clinic addressing the side effects of conventional cancer treatment.

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Traditional Roots Botanical Medicine Conference

Apr. 22-23, 2023 | Join us as we learn about our roots in botanical medicine and explore the intriguing role of plants in our practices in the return of this beloved community-oriented in-person conference.Register

Classical Chinese Medicine Symposium

CCM Symposium
May 20-21, 2023 | The international line up will feature women who are making amazing contributions to Classical Chinese Medicine, helping us use these ancient resources for current challenges. We will also feature exciting organizations using ancient roots to activate change in our modern world.Register

Autoimmune Disorders Conference

June 10-11, 2023 | Leading experts will present on methods for the diagnosis, analysis and treatment of autoimmune conditions. Current research and integrative strategies for managing these will be highlighted through patient case studies, clinical pearls and detailed naturopathic treatment protocols.Register

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