Tama Almquist, MTOM, Dipl.AC BAN
Licensed Acupuncturist
My specialties:
- Acupuncture
A referral may be needed for this provider.
Professional interests:
- Chronic pain management
I am a licensed Acupuncturist and practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine. I received a Masters of Traditional Oriental Medicine in 1989 from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, San Diego, CA. I am board-certified by the National Certification Commission of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) and am licensed by the Minnesota Board of Medical Practice. I have a Bachelor of Arts in Registered Nursing from the University of St. Catherine along with certification Rehabilitation Nursing.
My special interests are in the treatment of chronic pain, stress management, and the promotion of holistic preventive health and am a practitioner of Chinese Tui Na Massage.
Credentials
- MTOM
- Dipl.AC BAN
- CRRN
- LAc
- MHS
- OTR/CHT
Board-certified specialties
- Acupuncture
Personal interests
- Yoga
Educational institutions
- St. Catherine University
- Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
Memberships
- Committee Chair: Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Association of Minnesota
- Minnesota Chapter of Rehabilitation Nurses, past president
- Minnesota Holistic Nurse Association
Current licenses and certifications
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
- Diplomat of Acupuncture - National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
- Licensed Acupuncturist
- Registered Nurse
Years of experience
- 34
Hospital affiliations
- United Hospital
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