Events & CEUs
April 22
California Acupuncture Lobby Day – Sacramento
Tuesday, April 22 | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
While this is a day-long event, you’re welcome to stay as long as you’d like—what matters most is that you show up!
Join us on the steps of the State House to remind our legislators that acupuncture services are essential to patients’ lives and well-being.
This educational lobby day is an opportunity to make connections, meet legislators, and educate them on our professional degree, practice, and the safety and efficacy of acupuncture and herbal medicine.
GET INVOLVED: Walk to the Capitol, meet with legislators, provide ear seed treatments.
CONTACT: Acupuncture lobbyist, Niccolo De Luca, (ndeluca@townsendpa.com), if you are interested in meeting with legislators, providing treatments, or have questions about participating.
AGENDA:
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM | Arrival
10:30 AM | Walk to Capitol
10:45 AM | Divide into Groups:
(1) Legislative Meetings
(2) Clinic Set-Up & Needle Expo
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM | Health & Wellness Needle Expo (6th Floor Conference Room)
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Legislative Meetings
Brought to you by the California Acupuncture Coalition (CAC)
A federation of California Acupuncture Professional Associations: AKAMAC, CSOMA, AACMA
Events & CEUs
March 15-16
4 incredible speakers! 12 truly memorable CEUs! One-of-a-Kind Expo Experience! FREE lunch & hot beverages, raffle prizes & best of all… COMMUNITY! REGISTER TODAY
Date & Times:Â March 15 & 16 (Sat & Sun)
Speakers & Topics:Â (subject to change)
- Dr. Bruce Gustafson, LAc: Insomnia
- Dr. East Phillips, LAc: Practice Management
- Ann-Marie Trione, LAc: Malpractice Claims
- Matthew Bauer, LAc, Dipl. O.M.: Peripheral Neuropathy
CEUs:Â 12 (Pending CAB-Approval) (no NCCAOM)
Pricing & Registration:Â Pricing from $40-$360; Early Bird thru 2/28. See Registration & Info
Single Day Option? Yes!
Live Zoom? Sorry. In-Person Only!
Where:Â Yo San University (13315 Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90066)
We hope you’ll join us for this lively & informative 2-day event in Los Angeles March 15 & 16 at Yo San University!
Events & CEUs
Feb 11
CSOMA Town Hall – 1 FREE CEU (Members Only)
Feb 22 & 23
Learn microneedling and the AcuGlow™, a proprietary facial gua sha and cupping technique, February 22 and 23 in Berkeley.
- Includes hands-on training with the instructors and practice on your colleagues.
- Leave feeling confident to begin starting the services in your practice right away.
- CSOMA members get 10% with code CSOMA10.
- Enroll in both courses (Saturday and Sunday) and get an additional 10% off!
Registration & course info
Events & CEUs
Nov 16 & Dec 7
Esteemed TCM nephrology expert, Dr. Ping Li, will present a two-part lecture offering practitioners crucial instructions for safely practicing herbal medicine in daily practice.
CSOMA members SAVE 50%! REGISTER TODAY (Code CSOMA2024 automatically applied)
4 PDA/CEU credits (pending) will be available: California/Florida CEUs, and NCCAOM Safety PDAs
Part 1: November 16th from 5-7 pm PST / 8-10 pm EST
Part 2: December 7th from 5-7 pm PST / 8-10 pm EST
Events & CEUs
Oct 26-27
Integrative Facial Treatments for Acupuncturists are coming to the Bay Area! Learn microneedling and the AcuGlow™, a proprietary facial gua sha and cupping technique, in person with Tori & Marla from TOMA Essential Skin Therapy October 26 and 27 in Oakland and February 22 and 23 in Berkeley. Instruction includes hands-on training with the instructors and practice on your colleagues and leave feeling confident to begin starting the services in your practice right away. CSOMA members get 10% with code CSOMA10. Enroll in both courses (Saturday and Sunday) and get and additional 10% off! Learn more here: https://professional.tomaskintherapies.com/collections/professional-courses
Events & CEUs
Sept 26-27
4 incredible speakers! 10 truly memorable CEUs! One-of-a-Kind Expo Experience w/NEW & Favorite Exhibitors! FREE lunch & hot beverages, t-shirt, raffle prizes & best of all… COMMUNITY! REGISTER TODAY
Date & Times:Â September 26 & 27 (Thurs 9-4:15 & Fri 8:45-3:30)
Speakers & Topics: (see schedule breakdown here)
- Dr. Jenny Nieters, LAc DACM: Posture and Acupuncture
- Susan Johnson, LAc:Â Migraines Are Easy!
- Andrew Ellis:Â Some Thoughts on the Treatment of Pain in Chinese Medicine
- Matthew Bauer, LAc, Dipl. O.M.:Â Five Point Nerve Regeneration Peripheral Neuropathy Protocol: A Simple Formula to High Success Rates Backed by Science
CEUs:Â 10 CAB-Approved (no NCCAOM)
Pricing & Registration:Â Pricing from $40-$360; Early Bird thru 9/12. See Registration & Info
Single Day Option? Yes!
Live Zoom? Sorry. In-Person Only!
Where: Oakland Endowment Center (2000 Franklin Street
Oakland, CA 94612)
We hope you’ll join us for our 3rd annual lively & informative 2-day event in Oakland September 26 & 27 at the Oakland Endowment Center!
Events & CEUs
July 24
FREE 2 CEUs from MIEC
Wednesday July 24th, 5-7pm PST REGISTER TODAY!
Risk Management with Herbal Prescribing
Join MIEC and Five Flavors Herbs for the 3rd in a 3-part webinar series focusing on safety and risk management in Acupuncture / Asian Medicine.
This panel’s experts feature two licensed acupuncturists & herbalists who have over 45 combined years of experience, and the vice president of Nuherbs, a leading Chinese herb ingredient supplier. They will share insights, real-world experiences, and steps you can implement immediately to minimize your risk.
Registration is FREE! A Zoom link will be sent out the day of the webinar.
CEUs: 2 free CAB Category 1 CEUs & NCCAOM Safety PDAs approved
If you can’t attend in person, feel free to register and we’ll send out the link after class. Distance credits not available.
CSOMA is a proud sponsor of this event!
July 21
SAVE 30%! San Francisco Marriott & Livestream
The 19th San Francisco International Symposium on TCM – Head, Neck, and ENT Specialization
Sunday, July 21st, 9:50 AM – 4:05 PM PT REGISTER TODAY! CODE CSOMA2024
Five renowned TCM doctors from the US and China will present the latest research progress in TCM treatment for otolaryngological conditions like tinnitus, allergic rhinitis, and more.
- Use CODE: CSOMA2024 at checkout for 30% off registration, making the event only $84
- Students can register for free (no CEUs)
Note this event is hosted by World Chinese Medicine Forum in collaboration with the American Association of Chinese Medicine.
July 12 is California Acupuncture Day! 🎉
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Expand Your Practice with TOMA Academy!
CSOMA members enjoy an additional 10% off TOMA Academy courses with discount code ‘CSOMA10’
Thousands of acupuncturists have taken TOMA courses and are using the knowledge to expand their practices into the trending (not trendy!) world of facial treatments.
“I’ve watched other people teach microneedling and I felt in comparison, Tori and Marla’s format is the most linear and easy to follow/understand. The detailed info on how microneedling works in the skin and the excellent overhead camera view made me feel confident that I could learn this online and then be able to do it in practice. Highly recommended.” – TOMA Academy Student
TOri and MArla met in acupuncture school 22 years ago and have 18 years of experience integrating Chinese Medicine into classic spa environments. Given their business acumen in the spa industry, Tori and Marla began teaching facial acupuncture and business courses to licensed professionals in 2021. They are passionate about seeing acupuncturists not only survive, but thrive, and spend their days teaching and mentoring TOMA partners on how to grow their businesses, as they know not only technical skills make for a successful practice.
Check out TOMA Academy today!
Note this CEÂ is hosted by TOMA Essential Skin Therapies.
Elevate Your Practice with Lifelong Learning at MaciociaOnline.com!
CSOMA members enjoy 50% off Giovanni’s courses at MaciociaOnline.com with discount code ‘csoma50’
Discover a world of ancient wisdom and modern expertise at MaciociaOnline.com. Courses accredited by the CAB, NCCAOM and others. Deepen your knowledge of Chinese medicine, acupuncture, and herbal therapies. Why choose MaciociaOnline.com?
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Accreditation: Our courses meet the highest standards, ensuring you receive quality education.
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Lifetime Access: Dive into the material at your own pace—your course access never expires!
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Expert Guidance: Learn from renowned author and educator Giovanni Maciocia himself.
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Comprehensive Content: Explore topics ranging from acupuncture points to herbal formulas.
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Interactive Learning: Engage with quizzes, case studies, and free downloaded slide handouts.
Ready to elevate your practice? Visit MaciociaOnline.com today and embark on a transformative learning journey!
Note this CEÂ is hosted by MaciociaOnline.com.
Have you considered becoming a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME)?
Acupuncturists are a valuable asset in California’s Workers Compensation System – learn more here
Benefits to being a Qualified Medical Evaluator:
- Gain access to the growing patient population in California’s Worker’s Compensation System
- Earn $2015 for basic reports, $1316.25 for reevaluation reports, and $650 for supplemental reports
- Diversify your practice while developing valuable reporting skills
Pass the Upcoming QME Competency Exam in October 2024! Get essential training by EZ CONTINUING EDUCATION, a long time leader in QME Continuing Education.
Not eligible for CAB or NCCAOM credit. Note this CE is hosted by EZ CONTINUING EDUCATION.
Events & CEUs
Susan Johnson – The Best of Master Tung’s Magic Points Info & Registration
June 29-30, 9am-5pm EST
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2-Day In-Person & LIVE streaming webinar
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14 CEUs
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ASA members receive a 10% discount off with CODE MTAH8YAll
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CSOMA members are ASA members, so they receive the 10% discount (log in to check your membership status)
Note this webinar is hosted by Maryland Acupuncture Society.
June 12
FREE 2 CEUs from MIEC
Wednesday June 12th, 5-7pm PSTÂ REGISTER TODAY!
Pointing to Safety: Your path to preventing adverse events in clinical practice
Join MIEC and Five Flavors Herbs for the 2nd in a 3-part webinar series focusing on safety and risk management in Acupuncture / Asian Medicine.
Discover essential strategies for patient safety in your practice. The expert panel will discuss insights, real-world experiences, and practical strategies for enhancing safety in clinical practice. This dynamic discussion (structured like a video podcast) aims to empower attendees with actionable best practices that they can implement directly in their clinical practice. Through live Q&A sessions, participants will have the opportunity to engage directly with the panelists.
Registration is FREE! A Zoom link will be sent out the day of the webinar.
CEUs:Â 2 free CAB Category 1 CEUs (live only) & NCCAOM Safety PDAs approved.
If you can’t attend in person, feel free to register and we’ll send out the link after class. Distance credits not available.
CSOMA is a proud sponsor of this event!
June 12
Student Loan Webinar
Wednesday June 12th at 6:30p PSTÂ REGISTER TODAY!
FREE 1-hour webinar to cover:
– Rule of thumb for how to treat your student loan repayment
– Details about Public Service LoanForgiveness (PSLF) plan & who is eligible
– Key deadlines and opportunities to take advantage of 5 most common student loan mistakes people make
– Q&A
There is still time to take advantage of the IDR Waiver BEFORE June 30th! Some of you may be in loans that are not eligible for cancellation and it is important that you figure this out BEFORE 06/30.
Note this webinar is hosted by Student Loan Planner and organized by CSOMA.
Events & CEUs
Events & CEUs
Thank you to everyone who attended CSOMA’s 2018 Conference & Expo in Oakland!
It’s a wrap!
- 120+ Attendees
- 20 Exhibitors
- 64 Raffle Prizes
- 11 CEUs
- 10 CSOMA Board Members
- 9 Student Volunteers
- 1 Seriously Good Time!
Many of you requested PowerPoint presentations of Dr. Amy Matecki and Dr. Eugene London. You can download them below:
Stay tuned for our next event!
Events & CEUs
May 17 & 18, 2018 I Oakland, CA
‘The Acupuncture Solution to Pain Management & the Opioid Epidemic’
Conference Pricing
Early Bird Registration
Ends April 20 |
Fee |
Regular Registration
Starts April 21 |
Fee |
| Professional, CSOMA Member |
$100* |
Professional, CSOMA Member |
$120 |
| Professional, Non-Member |
$140 |
Professional, Non-Member |
$160 |
| Student, CSOMA Member |
$20 |
Student, CSOMA Member |
$20 |
| Student, Non-Member |
$50 |
Student, Non-Member |
$50 |
Conference pricing is for 11 CEUs total, 2-day registration.
* Only $9 per unit for CSOMA members!
Need to register for one-day only? Please contact us and indicate which day you wish to attend. Single-day registration is available to licensed practitioners only.
Course Descriptions
Presenter:Â Michael Corradino, LAc, DAOM, MTOM
Course Title:Â Neuropuncture
Course Details:Â Thursday morning and afternoon, 5.5 CEUs (Type 1)
Neuropuncture applies neuroscience to the TCM model to create evidence-based clinically proven protocols.Treat pain conditions utilizing the neuropuncture system; Learn the neurobiology of pain and how it relates to the neurophysiology of acupuncture and how to use the outcomes that are clinically reproducible
Presenter:Â Neil Gumenick, MAc (UK), LAc, DiplAc
Course Title:Â Classical 5-Element Acupuncture and the Pain Epidemic
Course Details: Thursday morning, 3.0 CEUs (Type 1)
The course will cover basics of Classical 5-Element Acupuncture diagnosis and the concept of Causative Factor, as well as how to address the physical, mental and spiritual levels of disease. It will also teach how to detect and resolve several serious energetic blocks including Possession, Aggressive Energy, Husband/Wife Imbalance, and Exit-Entry Blocks.
Presenter:Â Michael Anderson, MIEC
Course Title: Acupuncture and the Opioid Crisis – A Professional Liability Perspective
Course Details:Â Friday morning, 1.5 CEU (Type 2)
The class will include a brief history and discussion of regulatory changes in western medicine. It will cover how changes will affect acupuncture’s role in treating chronic pain. We will discuss unique patient issues, liability issues, documentation and best practices for pain management.
Presenter:Â Anthony Von der Muhll, LAc, DNBAO, FAAPM
Course Title:Â What You Need to Succeed: Essential Skills in Pain Management with AOM
Course Details: Thursday afternoon, 2.5 CEU (Type 1)
This course covers: working in an integrative pain management practice, including office management, pain-specific history taking and medical documentation; physical exam skills, including range of motion, strength testing, sensory function; AOM treatments, including cupping, gua sha, trigger point needling.
Presenter: Dr. Barbara Martello, DACM, LAc
Course Title: Pain Management in Japanese Meridian Therapy
Course Details: Friday afternoon, 1.5 CEU (Type 1)
This course will cover clinical applications of Japanese meridian therapy for pain management and addiction treatment. Pain management will be explored through the lens of Japanese Meridian Therapy. In response to the opioid crisis in the country, practitioners need to be fluent in pain management and the mechanisms behind addiction. Treating both are required to be effective in clinical practice.
Presenter:Â Ben Zappin, LAc
Course Title:Â Traditional Chinese Formulas for Substance Abuse Withdrawal, Harm Reduction, and Pain Relief
Course Details: Friday afternoon, 2.0 CEU (Type 1)
The class will cover common presentations of substance use/abuse and withdrawal, using Western and Chinese medicine differential diagnoses. Topics will include: common TCM formulas and their applications for withdrawal, harm reduction and pain presentations; risk management, collaborating with other health care providers, and some Western herbs.
Cancellation Policy
CSOMA Cancellation Policy requires notification two weeks prior to the event or a $40 processing fee will be charged. After May 11, 2018, no cancellations will be processed, and no refunds will be issued. CSOMA is Continuing Education Provider (CEP) #25 with the California Acupuncture Board
Location
The California Endowment, Oakland Regional Office
2000 Franklin St.
Oakland, CA 94612
Parking & Driving Directions: Click here and scroll to “Getting Here”
Thursday Schedule
| Time |
Speaker / Event |
Room |
Speaker / Event |
Room |
| 8:00AM – 8:30AM |
Check-in |
Laurel |
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| 8:30AM – 9:00AM |
President’s Welcome |
Laurel |
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| 9:00AM – 10:30AM |
Michael Corradino |
Laurel |
Neil Gumenick |
Eastmont |
| 10:30AM – 11:00AM |
Expo Room Activities / Tea Break |
Uptown |
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| 11:00AM – 12:30PM |
Michael Corradino |
Laurel |
Neil Gumenick |
Eastmont |
| 12:30PM – 1:30PM |
Lunch & Raffle |
Uptown |
|
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| 1:30PM – 2:45PM |
Michael Corradino |
Laurel |
Anthony Von Der Muhll |
Eastmont |
| 2:45PM – 3:00PM |
Break |
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| 3:00PM – 4:15PM |
Michael Corradino (cont’d) |
Laurel |
Anthony Von Der Muhll |
Eastmont |
Friday Schedule
| Time |
Speaker / Event |
Room |
Speaker / Event |
Room |
| 8:00AM – 8:30AM |
Check-in |
Laurel |
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| 8:30AM – 9:30AM |
Keynote Amy Matecki, “Hospital Acupuncture Programs” |
Laurel |
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| 9:30AM – 10:00AM |
Expo Room Activities / Tea Break |
Uptown |
|
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| 10:00PM – 11:30AM |
Andrew Ellis |
Laurel |
Michael Anderson |
Eastmont |
| 11:30AM – 12:30PM |
General Membership Meeting |
Laurel |
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| 12:30PM – 1:30PM |
Lunch & Raffle |
Uptown |
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| 1:30PM – 3:30PM |
Barbara Martello |
Laurel |
 Ben Zappin |
Eastmont |
