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28 Years
experience
Transforming Lives Through Integrative Medicine
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine has dedicated three decades to revolutionizing healthcare through education, patient care, and research in Chinese and integrative medicine. Founded in 1998, we provided regionally accredited master's and doctoral programs in acupuncture and herbal medicine, preparing graduates for careers as skilled practitioners in integrative healthcare. Our mission centered on transforming lives and communities by bridging traditional healing practices with modern medical science. While academic programs ceased operations in April 2024, our legacy continues through strategic teach-out agreements ensuring students complete their education. Our professional clinics delivered personalized treatment plans combining acupuncture, herbal therapies, and Asian bodywork, serving Austin communities through both on-campus and off-site locations.With faculty representing decades of combined expertise, we maintained rigorous educational standards through structured clinical training and continuous faculty supervision. Our commitment to accessibility was demonstrated through affordable student intern clinics and community outreach programs serving underserved populations. As pioneers in integrative medicine education, we established partnerships with healthcare institutions and maintained recognition from major insurance providers.
Services
Acupuncture
Herbal Medicine
Asian Bodywork
Cupping Therapy
Teaching Clinics
Veterans Care
Telehealth Consultations
Community Outreach
Medical Qigong
Clinical Internships
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- Regionally accredited acupuncture programs since 1998
- Three decades of experience in Chinese medicine education
- Dual focus on academic excellence and community healthcare access
- Faculty-supervised student clinics with affordable rates
- Established insurance partnerships with UnitedHealthcare and Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Associations and certifications
- Regional Accreditation
Services
Acupuncture
Our acupuncture treatments address diverse health concerns through precise needle placement. Practitioners use this traditional technique to treat pain management, stress reduction, and chronic conditions. Patients benefit from personalized treatment plans incorporating both classical and modern approaches to healthcare.
Herbal Medicine
Custom herbal formulations address specific health needs using time-tested ingredients. Our apothecary offers hundreds of single herbs and patent formulas prepared according to strict quality standards. Treatments combine traditional wisdom with contemporary research on herbal efficacy and safety.
Asian Bodywork
Manual therapy techniques stimulate energy flow and relieve physical discomfort without needles. This hands-on approach combines acupressure with soft-tissue manipulation to address musculoskeletal issues and systemic imbalances. Particularly effective for pediatric patients and sensitive individuals.
Student Intern Clinics
Supervised clinical training provides accessible treatment options for the community. Student practitioners deliver quality care under experienced faculty guidance, offering reduced rates for services including acupuncture, herbal consultations, and complementary therapies like cupping and medical qigong.
Veterans Care
Specialized programs address service-related health concerns through integrative approaches. Veterans receive discounted treatments for chronic pain management and other conditions through designated clinic locations and referral partnerships with VA healthcare providers.
People
Zhongling Zhang
Clinical Supervisor
Dr. Zhang combines Chinese medical expertise with Western clinical practices. With extensive experience treating complex conditions, she supervises acupuncture treatments and herbal consultations at the North Clinic location while mentoring future practitioners.
Yaoping Violet Song
Senior Director of Doctoral Program
Dr. Song leads advanced research initiatives while maintaining clinical practice at both locations. Her dual expertise in acupuncture and pharmaceutical sciences bridges traditional healing with modern medical understanding in patient care and education.
Jing Fan
Director of International Research
Dr. Fan's work connects global research with clinical applications. As a practitioner and academic leader, he maintains patient care responsibilities while advancing international collaborations that shape integrative medicine education standards.
Zhenni Jin
Department of Chinese Herbal Studies
Dr. Jin specializes in herbal treatment protocols while overseeing student training. Her clinical practice integrates classical formulations with contemporary health challenges, focusing on personalized treatment strategies for chronic conditions and wellness support.
Reagan Taylor
Director of Clinical Readiness
As clinical operations leader, Taylor ensures educational quality while providing direct patient care. His practice focuses on preparing graduates for professional practice through structured training that balances tradition with modern healthcare requirements.
Questions
What happened to AOMA's academic programs?
AOMA ceased academic operations in April 2024 but maintains teach-out agreements allowing current students to complete degrees through partner institutions or transfer credits to other programs.
Are clinics still operating?
Professional clinics closed as scheduled, but student intern clinics remained operational through academic calendar completion. Community partners continue offering affiliated services.
Does insurance cover treatments?
UnitedHealthcare and Blue Cross/Blue Shield plans provide coverage. Check specific benefits with your provider as co-pays and deductibles apply according to individual insurance policies.
What payment options exist?
Accepts cash, checks, major credit cards, and medical savings accounts. Discounted programs available for veterans, seniors, and financial hardship cases through application review.
How to schedule appointments?
Contact clinics directly via phone numbers provided for each location. Online options available but may experience processing delays during transition periods.
Are herbal prescriptions available?
AOMA Herbal Medicine Store fills prescriptions and refills for pickup or shipping. Hundreds of single herbs and formulas available in various preparation forms from certified quality suppliers.
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Reviews (2)
Kaylene Balint
Jul 24, 2021
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This place is awesome. Best kept secret in Austin. Do check it out! The students take great care in diagnosing, asking questions and providing treatment. I’m so glad I went.
Kalpesh L. Patel
Sep 24, 2019
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Amazing experience with faculty, fellow students & staff! This graduate program is well put together, highly recommended!
