Doctors of Tao of Wellness

Dr. Daoshing Ni, D.O.M, L.Ac., Ph.D, Dipl.C.H.

Dr. Dao is a Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of California and is a Diplomat of Chinese Herbology NCCA. Dr. Dao has been active in the TCM profession as well as professional organizations. He was an examiner for the California Acupuncture Committee and also participated in the Chinese Herbology Exam development for NCCA. Well known and respected for his special interest in reproductive and gynecological conditions. Dr. Dao is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, Pacific Coast Fertility Society, and American Association of Oriental Medicine.

Dr. Maoshing Ni, L.AC., D.O.M., PH.D., DIPL. C.H., DIPL. ABAAP

Dr. Mao is a Licensed Acupuncturist, a Diplomat of Chinese Herbology and a Diplomat in Anti-Aging. He is currently in general practice with special interest in immune, hormonal and aging related conditions. He was awarded the Outstanding Acupuncturist of the Year Award in 1987. Dr. Mao along with his brother (Dr. Dao) and their father founded Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Santa Monica. He is currently director and a professor of Chinese medicine at Yo San University. Dr. Mao is a member of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, the AOM ALLIANCE, American Society of Acupuncturist, the American Association of Acupuncturist & Oriental Medicine and National certification Commission for Acupuncturist & Oriental Medicine Diplomat in Chinese Herbology.

Jessica Chen L.Ac. DIPL.O.M.

Jessica Chen earned a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine from Yo San University, graduating with highest honors. During her internship, Jessica has gained extensive knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine through visiting several hospitals in Taipei, Taiwan, her hometown. At the end of 2005, she was awarded with a Fellowship at Tao of Wellness, practicing under the directions of Doctors Daoshing Ni and Maoshing Ni. Jessica also holds a Certification for Cosmetic Acupuncture and Chinese Nutrition.

Andrea Thorpe L.Ac.

Andrea comes with extensive experience in Chinese Medicine.  After graduating from King's college London with a degree in Languages and comparative literature, she completed the program of Traditional Chinese Medicine at the London School of Acupuncture and TCM.  Andrea continued her education with two separate trips to China studying at both the Hangzhou and Nanjing Schools of Chinese Medicine.  Upon her return to Europe she focused her practice on orthopedic, pediatric health and substance abuse.  Working in both England and Gibraltar Andrea worked both in private practice and within the English National Health Service.

Andrea came to California in 2003 and completed a Masters degree in Chinese medicine at Yo San University, she graduated with high honors. Fluent in both spoken and written Spanish, Andrea is the mother of two beautiful boys and lives with her family in Silver Lake, she is the newest fellow at the Tao of Wellness.

Fluent in Spanish and basic German, Andrea brings with her a rich cultural and professional background to patient care at Tao of Wellness. She will be working closely with both Drs. Dao and Mao to treat patients with various conditions to add to her experience in orthopedic and pediatric medicine.

Edsel Tan L.Ac.

Edsel Tan holds a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine from Yo San University as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of California, Santa Barbara. His interest in pain medicine and physical rehabilitation led him to pursue advanced training in various bodywork modalities and to complete a special internship in Integrative Pain Management at the Venice Family Clinic. He has also learned about integrating healing modalities through his work with clinicians of multiple disciplines such as biomedicine, chiropractic, and physical therapy. At Tao of Wellness, Edsel Tan works closely with Drs. Dao and Mao as well as with other associates to continue developing an integrative healthcare model for women’s health, pain management and other health conditions.

JASON MOSKOVITZ, L.Ac., Dipl.O.M.

Jason is a licensed acupuncturist, certified InfiniChi Energy Healing Therapist, and an instructor in chi gong and tai chi. He graduated from Yo San University with a Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine and also received a Bachelor’s degree from the University of California, Los Angeles. With an interest in holistic approaches to women’s health and elder care, he will offer acupuncture, herbal medicine, nutrition, meditation, and life counseling. Using his media experience, Jason looks forward to expanding the Tao of Wellness community education outreach. When not practicing medicine, Jason enjoys hiking, traditional Japanese music, and spending time with his wife, Breanna, and their new son, Bohdan.

Thomas Boldt, L.Ac., MATCM

THOMAS BOLDT, L.AC., grew up in Philadelphia and graduated from Dartmouth College in New Hampshire. Due to extensive traveling, he became conversant in French and Spanish. When he settled in Los Angeles to embark on a career in Marketing Consulting, he suffered an injury and was eventually introduced to acupuncture and Chinese medicine. After two months of treatments, he recovered and was able to avoid surgery. Tom became enthralled with Chinese medicine and after thorough research, attended Yo San University where he graduated with honors and a Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine.

Tom comprehensively studied tuina, acupressure, shiatsu, deep tissue massage and medical chi gong for sports injuries and pain conditions. To educate the public, he presented health seminars and applied his writing skills to literature on Chinese health and Taoist philosophy by Drs. Hua-Ching and Maoshing Ni. Recently, Tom worked as an acupuncture physician on luxury cruise ships plying the seas of Northern Europe and the Caribbean. He specialized in acupuncture, Chinese medicine, tuina, chi gong and nutritional counseling and will be offering those services at Tao of Wellness. Multi-talented, Tom is a welcome addition to our healing team.

Marc A. Gomez, L.Ac., MATCM, Dipl. O.M., Dipl. C.H.

MARC GOMEZ, L.AC., received his Master’s degree in Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from Yo San University, having completed an internship in Integrative Pain Management at the Venice Family Clinic. During his graduate studies, Marc learned Japanese Hara Work, an abdominal massage technique which is used for reproductive, digestive and detoxification conditions. He recently returned from Chengdu, China, where he completed a postgraduate residency program with a focus on TCM gynecology/reproductive medicine and integrative oncology. Marc holds a Bachelor’s degree in Arts and Humanities from the University of Texas at Dallas.

An avid environmental naturalist, Marc has been involved in a number of nature restoration/ preservation programs and green organizations. Marc is a humanitarian and has worked with children in positive self-esteem development. His interest in psychology and energy led him to study Jungian psychology, chi gong and tai chi. As a Certified Instructor, Marc will be available for private instruction in chi gong and tai chi focusing on prescriptive exercises for patients’ specific health conditions. Marc brings many talents, and we are happy to welcome him to our healing team.