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Areas of Practice
Dr. Brad Matthews’ expertise is in the treatment of pain due to physical trauma and sports injuries, as well as chronic pain. He has done post-graduate training with well-known TCM Sports Medicine practitioners such as Matt Callison, Whitfield Reeves, and Robert Chu. He is also trained in acupuncture injection therapies, trigger point therapies, biopuncture and mesotherapy. Additionally, he is well experienced with gynecological and menstrual difficulties and menopausal conditions.
Therapeutic Background
Dr. Matthews began his formal studies in traditional Chinese medicine in 1996, at the prestigious Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in Nelson, BC. His training included four years of full-time study, followed by a four-month internship at two different hospitals in Beijing, China.
Although TCM is many thousands of years old, it continues to evolve. In order to offer the highest level of holistic health-care, Dr. Matthews is continually studying and participating in advanced courses and workshops that explore new developments in this field. He has been a registrant in good standing of the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of BC (CTCMA) since 2001, and has been extensively involved with the regulation of Chinese medicine and the CTCMA since 2003.
Personal History
Dr. Matthews was lucky enough to travel extensively in his early 20’s. One of his favourite destinations was Asia, and he developed a keen interest in Eastern culture and philosophy. As his interest grew, he found himself drawn to traditional Chinese philosophies, particularly Taoism and Buddhism.
He continues to have an interest in Taoism and Buddhism, as well as a love of physical exercise. He plays golf and soccer, practices Yoga and Tai Ji (Tai Chi), works out regularly, and gets tremendous satisfaction from helping his patients achieve their own health and wellness goals.
Call us now to make an appointment with Brad at IMEG Health®.