Dr. Sonia F. Tan

BA, BA(H), DAOM, RA(c), RTCMP
About the lecturer:
Dr. Tan has extensive education and diverse practice, combining Western and Eastern medicine.
Education: She holds a Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) degree from Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Los Angeles. She also holds undergraduate degrees in Kinesiology with a focus on sports injuries, economics, and psychology. She is a certified practitioner of Chinese astrology and Feng Shui.
Career and Practice: She is the co-founder and past co-chair of the BC Sport Acupuncture Association. She was a member of the medical teams at the 2010 Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Games. She has been practicing Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture since 2006. She works at Red Tree Wellness Inc.
Dr. Sonia F. Tan is one of the key individuals who carry the legacy and teaching of the Balance Method (also known as Balance System Acupuncture).
Teachings and Legacy: She was among the 16 oldest students of Dr. Richard Tan, who were the first to complete his most advanced courses, making her a certified teacher and master of the technique.
Academy: She founded her own school, Tan Academy of Balance Inc., where she continues to teach Balance System Acupuncture and other areas of Chinese metaphysics. She also originally created the first certification program for the method at a public college, Langara College, in 2018.
In addition to her clinical practice, Dr. Tan is a renowned author and lecturer. She has written the book "The Foundations of Balance Acupuncture: A Clinical Reference Manual", which serves as a basic guide for students and practitioners. She regularly speaks at international conferences and is a guest in the media, educating and inspiring people in the field of acupuncture and Chinese medicine.