TAAOM --Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine

11/13/2025

🌿 Call for Speakers – ASA 2026 Conference & Webinar Series! 🌿

The ASA invites passionate presenters to share their voice at the ASA 2026 Conference in Minneapolis, MN (April 25–26, 2026) or during our pre-Conference Webinar Series.

Next year’s theme, S-P-R-I-N-G: Supporting our Practitioners through Research, Integration, Networking & Growth, highlights connection, innovation, and renewal in our acupuncture community.

If you have insights that inspire growth—through research, clinical wisdom, or integrative practice—apply by November 30, 2025!
👉 Apply Here: https://forms.gle/LsoJiNni7aK6Agtb8

Spots fill quickly. Selected speakers will be notified by January 31, 2026.
Let’s grow together this spring! 🌸

11/07/2025

Texas Acupuncture Awareness Day 2025: A Historic Moment for Our Profession

AUSTIN, TX – October 30, 2025 – The Texas State Capitol became a hub of holistic health as the Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (TAAOM) hosted its inaugural Texas Acupuncture Awareness Day. The event united acupuncturists, students, and legislators to champion the role of Traditional East Asian Medicine in Texas healthcare.

A Day of Connection, Advocacy, and Action

Over 30 professionals and students traveled from Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, and beyond to take part in the event. Inside the Capitol’s Legislative Conference Center, practitioners offered complimentary holistic services — including tongue and pulse diagnosis, acupressure, and mini-acupuncture treatments — to nearly 50 state employees and visitors.

The Capitol rotunda came alive with public Tai Chi and Qigong demonstrations, where applause echoed through the halls as attendees experienced firsthand the calm strength and mindfulness at the heart of our medicine.

Voices of Our Profession

Keynote speaker Senator Molly Cook, also an active emergency room nurse, spoke about the growing convergence of Eastern and Western medicine, offering a vital healthcare perspective that resonated deeply with attendees. The event also received supportive messages from Representative Gene Wu and other leaders across the integrative medicine community, including IMA and TCMAAA.

“This event powerfully raised awareness among both policymakers and the
public,” said Dr. Adylle Varon, Board Member and Secretary of TAAOM. “We
not only demonstrated the value of our medicine but also strengthened our
professional community across the state.”

From the Chair of Advocacy

“As Chair of the Advocacy Committee of the Texas Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (TAAOM), my mission is to build a stronger bridge between licensed acupuncturists and Texas lawmakers. Our committee is dedicated to advancing legislation, insurance inclusion, and public recognition that reflect acupuncture’s vital role in modern healthcare. I call on all practitioners to unite, speak with one voice, and work together to strengthen and protect our profession for the future. ”
— Dr. Sylvia He, Chair of Advocacy, TAAOM

A Collective Step Forward

The success of this inaugural event marks a significant milestone for acupuncture and Oriental medicine in Texas, setting the stage for ongoing advocacy and integration within the state’s healthcare system.

TAAOM extends its heartfelt gratitude to all members, volunteers, students, and supporters who made the day possible. Your dedication, professionalism, and passion continue to elevate our medicine and inspire progress.

Dr. Sylvia He opening remarks at the Texas State Capitol

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQvMyC-WzYc

Keynote speaker Senator Molly Cook


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b68ESfq2-TQ

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TAAOM Virtual Symposium 2025 — Learn, Grow, and Earn CEUs at Your Own Pace

We’re excited to announce that the TAAOM Virtual Symposium 2025 is now live online!

This year’s event brings together some of the brightest voices in acupuncture and Oriental medicine — all from the comfort of your home or clinic.

Earn your CEUs on your own schedule — every presentation is pre-recorded and available to stream at your convenience throughout November 2025.

Enjoy a rich lineup of clinical lectures, herbal insights, and practice-building talks designed to inspire your work and deepen your skills.

Learn from leading practitioners, educators, and advocates from across Texas and beyond.

Whether you’re catching up between patients or diving in for a weekend of learning, the Virtual Symposium is the perfect way to stay connected, informed, and CEU-ready before year’s end.


🔗 View full details and register at www.TAAOM.org

Senator Molly Cook at the opening ceremony of Texas Acupuncture Awareness DayTexas State Capitol October 30, 2025

10/23/2025

Experience the Benefits of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture on Oct 30, 2025, at the Legislative Conference Center, E2.002. Austin Capitol. Free Registration https://www.eventbrite.com/e/texas-acupuncture-awareness-day-tickets-1849761278779

10/14/2025

10/14/2025

How often do you find yourself wishing you could do more? More to show our community the true power of acupuncture? More to shift the perception of our medicine from "alternative" to "essential"? More to inspire the next generation of healers?
That desire to give back — to our profession and to the people we serve—is at the heart of why many of us chose this path. And now, we have a monumental opportunity to turn that desire into a powerful, visible reality.
Please save the date for a landmark event:
Thursday, October 30, 2025 11a-3p
LCC - Legislative Conference Center - Austin Capitol Grounds
Imagine this: The iconic Texas Capitol, a symbol of policy and power, transformed for a day into a vibrant hub of community healing and wellness. Picture dozens of DX / TX stations in the room, with many Texans learning about the effects of acupuncture and TCM, perhaps for the first time.
This is our chance to:
Be the Face of Acupuncture in Texas: We won't just be talking about what we do; we'll be showing them. There is no more powerful testimony than a person feeling the calm and relief of a treatment in a beautiful, communal setting.
Demystify and Educate: We can answer questions, dispel myths, and demonstrate the scope of conditions we treat. Let's show everyone from state employees to students and visitors that acupuncture is a safe, effective, and accessible pillar of healthcare.
Strengthen Our Professional Community in TX: This is a chance to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with our peers. To network, share stories, and feel the collective strength of our community. The energy we create will ripple out, benefiting all our practices.
Plant a Seed for the Future: A young person touring the Capitol that day might see us and discover their life's calling. A lawmaker walking by might gain a new perspective that influences future healthcare policy.
Austin-area LAc's, we need you most of all!
As the practitioners in the state's political and cultural heart, you are the frontline ambassadors of our medicine. Your presence is crucial to making this event a resounding success. This is our home turf. Let's show Texas what we're made of.
How you can help right now:
SAVE THE DATE: October 30, 2025. Block it off in your calendar.
VOLUNTEER YOUR EXPERTISE: We will need practitioners to administer treatments, talk to the public, and help with logistics. Your time and skill are the heart of this event.
SPREAD THE WORD: Forward this https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqNQBvIsEHsWkwmglU3eJAnnOkdd1Lf7OcSmUHYL0m8HWrzw/viewform to every LAc and student you know in Central Texas. Share it in your professional groups and social media circles.
This is more than an event; it's a movement. It’s our collective moment to step out of our treatment rooms and into the spotlight, to give the gift of awareness to our community and secure the future of our profession.
Let's come together to make the Texas Capitol a beacon of healing. To express your interest and get more details as they become available, please consider signing up here for a shift or two. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqNQBvIsEHsWkwmglU3eJAnnOkdd1Lf7OcSmUHYL0m8HWrzw/viewform
With gratitude and excitement for what we will build together,
Lead Organizer - Texas Acupuncture Association and Oriental Medicine www.taaom.org

10/12/2025

Friday Speakers Social, Dr. Tonya Weber keynote on Saturday, Saturday Mixer，Mark T. Brinson speaking

10/03/2025

Last chance before next weekends amazing symposium!

09/09/2025

📢 Webinar Alert!
Join ASA & NCCAOM for Greater Access, Greater Impact: The VA’s EPS Program and Opportunities for Acupuncturists

🗓️ Wednesday, Sept 17, 2025 ⏰ 8 PM EDT
🎓 Earn 1 FREE PDA point (AOM-BIO)

Discover how the VA’s Electronic Provider Scheduling (EPS) system improves credentialing, streamlines access, and creates opportunities for acupuncturists. Includes a live demo + practical guidance.

✨ Open to all Licensed Acupuncturists – don’t miss it!
👉 Register now here - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/VA_EPS_2025

08/08/2025

🌿 We’re Evolving! 🌿

We’re proud to announce that the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) is becoming the National Certification Board for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine (NCBAHM).
This new name more clearly reflects the disciplines we certify and supports efforts to align with respectful, inclusive language across healthcare and regulatory settings.

📌 Have questions about the change? View our FAQ for details and next steps:
🔗 https://bit.ly/3J3HBBI

08/08/2025