Meet Our Professionals
Austin Clinic
Haitao Cao, Lic.Ac., PhD
Lic.Ac., license # AC01057, Ph.D.
Ph.D., Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
M.S. in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Internal Medicine, Shaanxi College of TCM
Bachelor’s of Traditional Chinese Medicine from Shaanxi College of TCM
Dr. Cao earned her Master’s degree in 2003 and her Doctorate in 2006. She came to the university in January of 2007 with over ten years of experience as a clinician, instructor, and researcher in Traditional Chinese Medicine, specializing in Internal Medicine. She has published original research in journals such as Traditional Chinese Medicine Research and Chinese Journal of Integrated Traditional and Western Medicine on Digestion and has edited volumes such as Methodology of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Introduction to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Dr. Cao is the Director of Acupuncture at Texas Health and Science University.
William Hong, Lic.Ac., D.A.O.M.
Lic.Ac., license # AC01889, D.A.O.M.
DAOM, University of East-West Medicine
MSTCM, University of East-West Medicine
MBA, Boston University
Dr. Hong has instructed many students in Traditional Chinese Medicine since 2008. In addition to his teaching, Dr. Hong has served as academic dean in Korean and English language MSTCM programs, participated in program evaluation, served as a campus security officer, and assisted in the adoption of several online program management systems. Dr. Hong’s broad experience as a licensed acupuncturist and earned doctorate make him a welcome addition to our core faculty at Texas Health and Science University.
Allison Yu, Lic.Ac.
Lic. Ac., license# AC01158
M.S. in Oriental Medicine from Texas Health and Science University
M.Ed. in Counseling Education from University of North Texas
Ms. Allison Yu is a Texas licensed acupuncturist and herbalist and is nationally recognized as a board-certified Diplomat in oriental medicine by the NCCAOM. With a background in education, she has been supervising the Student Intern Clinic at THSU and bringing her practical experience to help students with theoretical understanding. Along with her general practice, she has strong interests in pain management, reproductive and gynecological conditions, and “Shen – Zhi” conditions which include insomnia, depression, anxiety, panic, PTSD, ADHD and weight control. With over 10 years’ practice as an alternative health care professional, her passion is being a healer by combining a counseling and education background with Chinese medicine methods. She helps her patients to cultivate a holistic understanding of the influences of body, mind, spirit, and environment, and she provides her patients with whole health treatments.
Dr. Jing Fan, M.D.(China), Ph.D., LAc.
Lic.Ac., license #AC01717
M.D., Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, China
Ph.D., Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, China
Dr. Jing Fan (M.D.(China), Ph.D., L.Ac.) boasts an extensive and diverse background in both traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) and Western medical practices, with over 20 years of clinical experience in the field. His expertise encompasses a range of disciplines, including orthopedics, acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Tuina (a form of Chinese therapeutic massage), and Qigong (a practice involving meditation, controlled breathing, and movement exercises).
Currently, Dr. Fan dedicates 5 days per week to providing professional services at the Acupuncture Health Clinic. Here, he employs a unique combination of acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, Asian bodywork, and Qigong techniques. These practices are integrated with physical and mental interventions, specifically tailored to address a wide range of conditions. Dr. Fan specializes in treating pain issues related to the neuromusculoskeletal system, as well as managing conditions such as PTSD, various mental issues, and multi-system dysfunctions affecting urinary, reproductive, endocrine, digestive, respiratory, and circulatory systems. His approach is a fusion of traditional Chinese medicine and Western medicine, utilizing multi-dimensional syndrome differentiation and quantitative models for a comprehensive treatment strategy.
San Antonio Clinic
Maria Le
Lic.Ac., license # AC01248
B.A., Saint Edwards University
MSAOM, Texas Health and Science University.
Maria Huong Le has 11 years of experience in Acupuncture and has worked closely with our very own Dr. Guerrero for over two years. Maria is passionate about treating disease, focusing on educating her patients on the effects nutrition and exercise have on their overall health. As a Vietnamese American, Maria uses her training and experience to radicalize the use of written prescriptions. Her approach in prescribing not only medicinal herbs but exercise to help patients achieve a healthier lifestyle has been based on scientific research. Her overall goal is to become a well-trusted clinician in both the general and Vietnamese communities.
Dr. Justin Phillips, LAc
Lic.Ac., license #AC01134
B.A., University of Houston
MSTCM, American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Certified Medical Qigong, Healing Tao Institute
DAOM, AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
Dr. Justin Phillips, LAc. began studying martial arts and meditation at the age of five. From this, he developed a lifelong interest in health, movement, and energy that eventually led him to a career in Traditional East Asian Medicine. Dr. Phillips received his Master of Science in Traditional Chinese Medicine from the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in San Francisco and his Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from AOMA College of Integrative Medicine. Dr. Phillips has worked extensively in both the clinical and educational worlds of medicine. He has been the head of East Asian Medicine for Austin Integrative Medicine, the Associate Dean and Director of Clinical Studies for the Healing Tao Institute of Austin, the Faculty for AOMA College of Integrative Medicine, and the Clinical Director for Modern Acupuncture of Austin. Dr. Phillips has published multiple articles on Traditional East Asian Medicine as well as a textbook on needle technique. Dr. Phillips has worked extensively in treating orthopedic pain, thyroid, and endocrine disorders, and has a special focus on psycho-social trauma. He is certified in Mental Health First Aid for Adults, Kids, and Veterans. In his free time, Dr. Phillips likes to rock climb and mountain bike, he is an avid obstacle course racer. In addition to his professional work, Dr. Phillips is also a published fiction author.
Tama Henderson, LAc
Lic.Ac., license #AC01190
B.A., University of Texas at Austin
MSAOM, AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine
Ms. Henderson is licensed by the Texas Medical Board to practice acupuncture and herbal medicine in the State of Texas. Ms. Henderson holds a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas at Austin, College of Communications. She went on to receive her master’s degree in acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from AOMA The Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in 2009. With over 13 years of clinical experience, Ms. Henderson is an adjunct member of the Texas Health and Science University faculty. She teaches point location and supervises student interns in the clinic.
Ming-Chi Lee, LAc
Lic.Ac., license #AC01755
MSAOM, Texas Health and Science University
Ms. Lee graduated from Texas Health and Science University in 2016 with 3.86 GPA.
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Does Acupuncture Hurt?
The sensations from the needles are minimal and many individuals feel nothing at all. The acupuncture treatment typically ranges from 5 to 20 acupuncture points, and most patients experience little to no discomfort.
1707 Fortview Rd.
Austin, TX 78704
512-912-8484
9240 Guilbeau Rd. #101
San Antonio, TX 78250
210-509-8080
