AOMA Occupational Acupuncture

The Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin (AOMA), Whole Foods Market, and Fred Lerner, DC are cooperating to create a network of qualified acupuncture practitioners in the field of occupational medicine. Whole Foods Market Team Members through their Occupational Injury Provider (Third Party Administrator) will be able to gain access to a full complement of services as they recover from their workplace injuries. AOMA Occupational Acupuncture Practitioner Group (AOAPG) members may qualify to participate in the acupuncture occupational medicine network for Whole Foods Market's workforce. Qualification standards for providers in the network are in development and will include satisfactory completion of the AOMA Occupational Acupuncture (AOA) three-module series, current licensure in good standing, evidence of professional practice insurance, and reference letters. The series involves three modules and a final examination, designed and taught through Lerner Education.
24 CAE hours per weekend; 72 CAE hours total.

November 14-16, 2008
Part 1: Introduction & Principles.
Practice management, special diagnostic tests, case management and documentation.

January 16-18, 2009
Part 2: Neck & Upper Extremity.
Neck and arm problems, including neurological and orthopedic causes and testing.

February 20-22, 2009
Part 3: Trunk & Pelvis.
Back and pelvis, including disc injuries, arthritic disorders, neurological problems and case management.

Friday 2 pm - 9 pm (dinner 5 pm - 6 pm)
Saturday 9 am - 7 pm (lunch 1 pm - 2 pm)
Sunday 9 am - 4 pm (lunch 12 pm - 1 pm)

Register by October 31 and save $25

Registration fees per weekend:
Professional: $300 ($275 if registered by Oct. 31)
AOMA Alumni: $225 ($200 if registered by Oct. 31)
Students (must be in 2nd year or higher): $125 ($100 by Oct. 31)

Online registration now available (please select PART 1, 2 and/or 3 and AOMA alumni, professional or student category). If you have questions, please contact 512-492-3034 or .

Sarah Sires Bentley
Director of Community Relations
Academy of Oriental Medicine at Austin
2700 W. Anderson Ln. #204
Austin, TX 78757
512-492-3034
512-454-7001 fax
www.aoma.edu
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