Biography

Chris Huson trained in the US (1989-1992) and The People's Republic of China (1992-1993). His perspective in using acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in the treatment of HIV was published by the Seattle Treatment Education Project newsletter in 1996. From 1997 to 2000 he served as President of the Acupuncture Association of Washington (AAW) with particular attention to Integrative Healthcare strategies both locally and nationally. In 1996-7 he trained in the post-graduate specialty of Pediatric Traditional Chinese Medicine and further specialized in the treatment of pediatric asthma. Chris is well known for his careful, gentle touch and his ability to put his patients at ease using a pragmatic mix of humor, skill, and common sense.

In his free time, Chris acts with the Fremont Players and Circus Contraption. He also stage manages and directs, and is an active member of the Fremont Arts Council.

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Christopher Huson, M.Ac., L.Ac.

Washington State Acupuncture License #AC00000149

Email: mrhuson@mindspring.com

Education and Training

Clinician's Workshop for the Integration of Complimentary and Alternative Medicine 1997-2000, (CWICAM), Seattle, WA

Acupuncture Pediatrics Program 1996-1997, Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NIAOM), Seattle, WA

Masters of Acupuncture 1995, NIAOM, Seattle, WA

National Acupuncture Detoxification Association Certification 1994, NADA, Seattle, WA

Evergreen Treatment Services 1994, E.T.S., Seattle, WA

Post-Graduate Internship 1992, Zhejiang College of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Hangzhou, Zhejiang Province, People's Republic of China

Acupuncture Certificate 1992, NIAOM, Seattle, WA

Bachelor of Arts 1982, Reed College, Portland, OR

Professional Experience Capitol Hill Neighborhood Acupuncture, Seattle, WA -nine marvelously unfolding years Seattle Pediatric Acupuncture, Seattle, WA,

2 years Kang Wen Acupuncture Clinic, Seattle, WA

8 years Detox and Rehabilitation Acupuncturist Midvale Clinic, Therapeutic Health Services, Seattle, WA

3 years Detox and Rehabilitation Acupuncturist Stonewall Recovery Services, Seattle, WA

1 year Salvation Army Men's Rehabilitation Clinic, Seattle, WA

3 years Volunteer Experience Past-President, Acupuncture Association of Washington

1997-2002 President, AAW 1997-2000 Vice President, AAW 1995 -7 Board Member

Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Alliance Provider Representative, Clinicians' Workshop for the Integration of Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (CWICAM)

Steering Committee, King County Integrated Health Care 2010, Seattle, WA

Teaching Experience Clinical Supervisor, 2000-2001, NIAOM

Student Teaching Clinic, Grand Rounds Supervisor, 2000-2001

NIAOM Student Teaching Clinic Teaching Assistant, Acupuncture Techniques I & II, 1996, Bastyr University, Seattle WA

Clinical Supervisor, 1995-1996, Northend Rehabilitation Facility, NIAOM Satellite Clinic, Seattle, WA

Clinical Supervisor, 1993-1995, Salvation Army Mens' Rehabilitation Center Rehabilitation Program, NIAOM Satellite Clinic

Teachers Assistant, Palpation Skills, 1996, NIAOM, Seattle, WA

Teachers Assistant, Acupuncture Techniques I, II, III, 1994-1996, NIAOM, Seattle, WA

Clinical Supervisor, 1994, NIAOM Student Clinic

Articles and Presentations

"A Few Notes on the Integration of CAM from the Provider Perspective", White House Commission on Complimentary and Alternative Medicine Policy (WHCCAMP) Town Hall Meeting, Seattle, WA