Acupuncture Institute

Oriental medicine is one of the most respected healing professions around the globe. It serves a quarter of the world's population and has increased in public acceptance in the United States and Europe as the fastest growing complementary health care field. Oriental medicine has gained this respect by being the most ancient written form of medical therapy known. For more information, call Dr. Jennifer Brett:
(203) 576-4122 or 1-800-EXCEL-UB (1-800-392-3582), ext. 4122

Oriental medicine, which encompasses acupuncture, herbal therapy, manual therapy, diet counseling, exercise and breathing techniques has been in use for thousands of years. Over the millennia, the Asian community has continuously refined this ancient healing art. During the last century, this refinement has included integration of Western medical sciences within the paradigm of traditional Oriental medicine.

The development of the Master of Science in Acupuncture degree program integrates the medical concepts of both the East and West. The student will learn classical acupuncture and Oriental medical theory as well as up-to-date western bio-medical sciences.

The Master of Science in Acupuncture degree program's goal is to provide acupuncture and Oriental medical training consistent with the developing traditions on Asia and the growing modern health care system in the United States.

Having an opportunity to work alone and in conjunction with other health care practitioners in the Health Sciences Center, the students will be able to integrate the care of patients with other health care providers. Thus, the student gains a "real world" advantage before entering private practice.