How do they match: Acupuncturists

  • Chinese Medical Doctor

  • Diagnose, treat, and prevent disorders by stimulating specific acupuncture points within the body using acupuncture needles. May also use cups, nutritional supplements, therapeutic massage, acupressure, and other alternative health therapies.

  • Analyze physical findings and medical histories to make diagnoses according to Oriental medicine traditions.
  • Collect medical histories and general health and lifestyle information from patients.
  • Consider Western medical procedures in health assessment, health care team communication, and care referrals.
  • Educate patients on topics, such as meditation, ergonomics, stretching, exercise, nutrition, the healing process, breathing, or relaxation techniques.
  • Evaluate treatment outcomes and recommend new or altered treatments as necessary to further promote, restore, or maintain health.
  • Maintain detailed and complete records of health care plans and prognoses.
  • Treat medical conditions, using techniques such as acupressure, shiatsu, or tuina.

  • Advise patients on effects of health conditions or treatments.
  • Collect medical information from patients, family members, or other medical professionals.
  • Develop treatment plans that use non-medical therapies.
  • Evaluate treatment options to guide medical decisions.
  • Follow protocols or regulations for healthcare activities.
  • Prepare medications or medical solutions.
  • Record patient medical histories.
  • Treat patients using alternative medical procedures.