TCM Faculty – San Antonio

Dr. Justin Phillips, L. Ac

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 lead 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 world 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, 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 disorder, 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, mountain bike, he is an avid obstacle course racer. In addition to his professional work, Dr. Phillips is also a published fiction author.

Tristan Ramirez L. Ac., MSAOM

MS, Texas Health and Science University.
BS, Texas Health and Science University.
Teaching Specialization: Acupuncture, Herbology

Mr. Ramirez has experience working at a reflexology and massage spa while obtaining his credentials in Chinese  medicine. His teaching experience includes tutoring classmates, doing presentations at health fairs, translating English to Chinese, and instructing patients in promoting a healthy lifestyle. Mr. Ramirez is passionate about advocating for the healing potential of acupuncture, herbs, and complementary modalities.

Matthew Wadsworth, MAOM, L. Ac.

MS Oriental Medicine, Texas Health and Science University
BA History, University of Alaska at Fairbanks

Mr. Wadsworth began his career as a communications specialist before obtaining his certificate in medical assisting. His work in medical practices provided experience which led to him pursuing his master degree in acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine. Since obtaining his acupuncture license, Mr. Wadsworth has owned and operated his private acupuncture clinics in the central Texas area. THSU welcomed Mr. Wadsworth to the THSU-San Antonio faculty team in 2022.

 

Patricia Lew, DAOM, L. Ac.

Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, Austin, TX
MS Oriental Medicine, Texas Health and Science University
BA Sociology, University of Texas at Austin

Dr. Lew brings an infectious enthusiasm and spirit of entrepreneurship to her work in the field of traditional Chinese medicine. Since obtaining her license, she has expanded her acupuncture practice from a one treatment room clinic to an eight treatment room facility over 10 years with six employees. Dr. Lew formerly served as the Dean of Students and Admissions Coordinator at THSU. She has also worked as a computer trouble-shooter and trainer of students and state employees at the University of Texas at Austin Information Technology Services.

 

Rongpei Lan, Ph.D., M.D. (China)

ADJUNCT FACULTY INSTRUCTOR (San Antonio Campus)

Clinical Ph.D. (China) in Urology, Medical Center of Fudan University
Clinical Master’s Degree in Medicine (China), Urology, Shanghai Second Medical University
Bachelor of Medicine M.D. (China), Medical Center of Fudan University and Shanghai Second Medical University
Teaching Specialization:  Biomedical Science

Dr. Lan has studied and worked in the field of urology for 25 years.  Following his residency in Shanghai, he continued his doctoral and post-doctoral work at the University of Texas Health Science Center in San Antonio in the field of kidney injury, failure, and transplantation, where he also taught and supervised medical and doctoral students.  As a research scientist, Dr. Lan is the co-author of numerous professional papers and study abstracts and the translator of a book chapter from English to Chinese.  He is the recipient of numerous scholarships and awards for his academic achievements.

 

Rongmin Jiang, Ph.D. (China)

ADJUNCT FACULTY INSTRUCTOR (San Antonio Campus)

Ph.D., Acupuncture and Moxibustion, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine 
Master of Clinical Basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Bachelor of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tianjin University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
*Teaching Specialization:  Acupuncture, Herbology

Dr. Jiang is an experienced practitioner and instructor in traditional Chinese medicine, having served in hospital settings in China, as a lecturer in the U.S., and as a supervisor of traditional Chinese medicine students.  His specialties include internal medicine, gynecology, and pediatrics, as well as treating nervous system and skeletal muscle system disorders with the use of acupuncture and herbal medicine.  His research studies have included acupuncture for the treatment of ischemic stroke patients, research on the classic text Shang Han Lun, and many other subjects.  Dr. Jiang has experience collaborating with traditional and modern physicians in emergency, outpatient, and inpatient settings.

 

Sung Moon (S. Moon) Rhim Lic. Ac., M.S. in Oriental Medicine

(Austin and San Antonio Campus)
CLINIC ADJUNCT FACULTY INSTRUCTOR

DAOM Candidate, Five Branches University – Present

MS in Oriental Medicine, South Baylo University
BA in Social Science, Ehwa Women’s University, Seoul, Korea

Ms. Moon is a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist, nationally certified Board-Certified Diplomat of Oriental Medicine by NCCAOM, and a member of the EBM. She completed her Oriental Medicine education in Los Angeles, California, and afterwards she underwent an intensive clinical practice in Silicon Valley where she treated over 10,000 patients. She is currently a DAOM candidate with focus on PTSD, Anxiety, Insomnia, Depression, Addiction, and other psychological symptoms. Furthermore, Ms. Rhim has a great number of experience in applying Bio-Acupuncture, facial rejuvenation techniques, and internal medicine. She teaches clinic classes in Austin and San Antonio.