Tina Tsan is a licensed and California board certified acupuncturist practicing in Los Angeles, Ca.  She is also dual licensed as a Certified Lymphedema Wound Care Therapist (CLWT). Tina obtained a master’s degree in Acupuncture and Oriental medicine from the College of Eastern Medicine at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCUHS) in 2015.  She then graduated with a clinical doctorate degree in Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine (DAOM) at Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM) with a specialty in Women’s Health in 2019.  Her capstone research was on using acupuncture to promote fluid metabolism for the treatment of lymphedema.  She pioneered the concept of TCM Lymphology and continues to promote awareness for the treatment of lymphatic diseases.

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In addition to her acupuncture training, Tina brings an impressive background as a Certified Lymphedema Wound Care Therapist with over 12 years of hands on manual lymphatic drainage experience.  Certified as a Lymphedema Therapist through the Academy of Lymphatic Studies, Tina is trained in the Vodder techniques of manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) and the additional components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) which involves: manual lymphatic drainage, skin care, bandaging, therapeutic exercises and medical grade compression garments.  Her wound care training with the International Lymphedema and Wound Care Training Institute (ILWTI) becomes invaluable in helping patients recovery from plastic surgery.

Her unique background as a dual licensed acupuncturist and certified lymphedema wound care therapist brings a high level of expertise in the field of non-operative and post-operative edema control.

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Professionally Tina is a member of the California State Oriental Medical Association (CSOMA) and the American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA), the largest networks of strong, vibrant, professional medical practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).  With an active membership in the National Lymphedema Network (NLN), Tina is dedicated to supporting the network’s endeavors to educate, advocate for, and improve the lives of people living with or at risk of developing lymphedema.  Lastly, Tina is also part of the American Vein & Lymphatic Society (AVLS), the largest professional association dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of venous and lymphatic diseases in the United States.

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Tina is an advocate for integrative medicine and is dedicated to advancing health care through evidence-based practices.  Clinically, Tina integrates classical acupuncture techniques with modern medicine and research.  She enjoys collaborating with specialists in the field of lymphology to provide the highest quality of care to patients suffering from lymphatic diseases.

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During her free time, Tina enjoys practicing the art and sport of archery with her friends at the archery range. She is currently working on writing a clinical manual on compression garment guidelines for liposuction recovery.  She is on a mission to educate patients and health care professionals on the importance of avoiding spanx for post surgical edema; wearing a medical grade compression garment is the key to a successful recovery.

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