About Me
“I believe true well-being goes beyond physical health—it’s about emotional and psychological balance too. That’s why I take the time to connect with my patients before every treatment, understanding how they’re feeling both physically and emotionally.”
Neil Dou, R.TCMP, is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner who has treated over 7,000 cases combining acupuncture, cupping, gua sha, and food therapy. He trained at Kwantlen Polytechnic University, holds a psychology degree from UBC, and serves as Vice President of the ATCMA.
Since becoming a TCM practitioner, I have treated 7,000+cases, helping patients restore and maintain their natural balance through a modern blend of Acupuncture, Food Therapy, Cupping, Gua Sha Scraping, and lifestyle recommendations.
I graduated from the Acupuncture Program at Kwantlen Polytechnic University in Richmond, B.C., and also hold a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of British Columbia. Currently, I serve as an instructor at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, where I share my expertise with the next generation of practitioners.
Beyond my clinical practice, I serve as the Vice President of ATCMA (The British Columbia Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners). I am also a registered member of the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC) and a qualified practitioner with the Fu's Subcutaneous Needling Association of Canada (FSN).
Here are some common conditions I treat:
Internal Health Issues
Mental Health Support
Professional Associations
Fu's subcutaneous needling association of Canada (FSN)
The British Columbia Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Practitioners
(ATCMA)
Building Knowledge Through Teaching
Since 2023, I have been teaching at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine, where I’ve received positive feedback from my students for my engaging and thorough approach. Currently, I teach courses such as TCM 200, 250, 300, and 350, covering various aspects of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
It’s incredibly rewarding to share my knowledge and experience while helping future practitioners build a strong foundation for their careers.
Training Achievement
Upon becoming a registered acupuncturist, I had the privilege of studying under Professor Jiao Shunfa, a renowned pioneer in scalp acupuncture, and am honored to be recognized as one of his close disciples. Through this mentorship, I received authentic knowledge and skills directly from Professor Jiao and earned a certificate in scalp acupuncture.
In addition, I have completed advanced training in:
Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA)
One Needle Acupuncture under Professor Shuzhong Gao
Holographic-style Acupuncture
Thunder-Fire Style Moxibustion
Yellow Emperor Style Acupuncture
A Rewarding Moment in My Practice
I was incredibly honored to receive this beautiful traditional Chinese pennant (Jinqi) from a grateful patient. When she first came to my clinic, she was struggling with delayed menstruation and an unusually low menstrual flow—conditions that were causing her significant distress.
By carefully designing a personalized Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) treatment plan, I was able to successfully regulate her cycle and restore her body's natural balance. The golden characters on this pennant playfully read, "When the cycle returns, good fortune follows," and affectionately refer to me as a "Friend to Women" with skilled hands.
Helping my patients regain their health, comfort, and vitality is the absolute greatest reward of my practice. Touching moments like this continuously inspire my dedication to specializing in women's holistic health.
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