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Payments Made Easy: Monthly Direct Debit Memberships Now Available
At the Association of Acupuncture Clinicians, we are always listening to our members. Over the past year, many of you


Save the Date: AAC Annual Conference – 21st March 2026
The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians is pleased to announce that our Annual Conference will take place on Saturday, 21st March

Sports Acupuncture: Shaping the Future of Injury Recovery
Over recent years, a remarkable shift has emerged in the world of injury rehabilitation: sports acupuncture is increasingly recognised as

Welcome New Members! A Warm Hello from Chris Davies & the AAC Team
A huge welcome to all our new AAC members – we have welcomed many of you recently! We’re absolutely delighted

Kate Middleton’s Embrace of Acupuncture: A Royal Endorsement of Holistic Healing
In a heartfelt revelation during her visit to Colchester Hospital on July 2, 2025, the Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton,

New CPD Courses Now Available: Botanicals, Business and Bio-Chem
At AAC, we’re always looking ahead — expanding our CPD offering to help practitioners stay sharp, relevant, and inspired. We

Celebrating Five Years of the Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC)
As we mark our fifth anniversary, we reflect on the journey we’ve undertaken together – a journey of growth, collaboration,

Streamline Your Clinic’s Transactions: Discover the Benefits of Mollie
AAC has signed a new partner Mollie as our new payment provider and will offer you and your clinic one

Spring Sneezes & Herbal Teas: A Chinese Medicine Approach to Hayfever with Local Plants
Ah, hayfever season — the time of year when flowers bloom, bees buzz, and many of us can’t stop sneezing.

Offer Blood Testing to Your Patients: Train as a Phlebotomist and Partner with Forth With Life
At the AAC, we’re always looking for ways to support our members in expanding their skills and services to better

Supporting Your Practice: Supervision & Mentoring with the AAC
At the AAC, we understand that a strong support system is vital to thriving as a practitioner. That’s why we’re

The Clinician – 5th Edition (April 2025)
The Clinician is the official journal of the AAC. It is a member led initiative and is a project of

Public Statement from the Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC)
Addressing Misconceptions Regarding Acupuncture and Fertility Treatment The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) is deeply concerned about the recent portrayal

Finding a Qualified Acupuncturist in the UK: Your Guide to Safe and Effective Treatment
When seeking acupuncture treatment in the UK, ensuring your practitioner is properly qualified is paramount. This not only guarantees a


Peer Support for Fledgling Practices
Empowering you to enable your Business to Grow Starting a new practice or growing an already established one can be


Demystifying Acupuncture: Answering Your Top Questions
London, UK – 25 February 2025 – Acupuncture, an ancient healing practice, is gaining increasing popularity in the modern world.

Why You Should Learn YNSA Scalp Acupuncture with David Bomzon and Avi Amir
Back by popular demand! Unlock the Power of YNSA for Neurological Conditions Are you an acupuncturist looking to expand your

FREE Essential Webinar: Safeguarding Your Practice and Patients with Mental Illness
A Must-Attend Event for AAC/JAMA Members As an AAC member, understanding the legal framework for treating patients with mental illness

Celebrating the Success of the AAC Annual Conference 2024
On Saturday, 16th November, our community gathered for the much-anticipated AAC annual conference at the charming and historic Mary Ward House

Acupuncture Skills for Safe Cancer Patient Care
AAC’s Oncology Acupuncture CPD Calling all AAC members! Are you interested in expanding your acupuncture practice to serve cancer patients?

Felip Caudet Returns: Master Posture Balance with Moxibustion (Kinseikyu) at AAC
Internationally acclaimed moxibustion expert Felip Caudet is back at the AAC for a brand new course: Posture Balance with Moxibustion

Highly-Acclaimed Anatomy & Acupuncture Cadaveric CPD Course Returns to London in 2025!
Calling all acupuncturists seeking to elevate their practice! The Anatomy & Acupuncture Cadaveric CPD Course, lauded by attendees in 2024,

Acupuncture Cautionary Needling Refresher Course with Latest Techniques
Keeping your skills sharp! Acupuncture is a powerful and ever-evolving field. As a practitioner, staying current with the latest techniques

Share Your Course Feedback!
Calling All Acupuncture Clinicians The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians is committed to providing high-quality, practical training courses for our members.

Celebrating Damian Allegretti’s New Role at NCA London’s Teaching Clinic
We are delighted to share some fantastic news from within our community! One of our long-standing members, Damian Allegretti, has


Acupuncture Research Round-Up
Latest Acupuncture Research In the September 2024 Issue of AAC’s The Clinician, we presented a Research Round-up drawing on three recently published papers

Mushroom nutrition for acupuncture patients?
Looking to expand your acupuncture practice and offer your patients the most comprehensive care possible? Incorporating mushroom nutrition for acupuncture

Could You Be Part of Our Team?
Your Working Board are looking for new recruits! The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) is a Professional Acupuncture Membership body

The Clinician – 4th Edition (September 2024)
The Clinician is the official journal of the AAC. It is a member led initiative and is a project of

AAC Makes Finding Your Perfect Acupuncturist Easier Than Ever With New “Find an Acupuncturist” Feature!
The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) is thrilled to announce the launch of a ground-breaking new feature on our website

Boost Your Practice with A Personalized Approach to Blood Testing
AAC Members, Are you looking for a way to offer your patients even more comprehensive care? Look no further than

Don’t Miss Out: Limited Tickets Remaining for AAC’s London Acupuncture Conference!
The AAC is thrilled to invite you to its annual acupuncture conference, held this year on Saturday, November 16th in

Sharing Success: Building a Repository of Integrative Acupuncture Stories
The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) is launching a bold initiative to expand access to acupuncture through an integrative healthcare

Welsh Licencing – training session 1st May 2024
As you are all aware, Wales are overhauling and standardising the procedures that acupuncture practitioners (along with other special procedures

New AAC Partnership Brings At-Home Sperm Testing and Advanced Diagnostics to Acupuncture Clinics
The AAC community is excited to welcome a new partner specializing in men’s reproductive health. This innovative company offers a

A NEW PRACTITIONER’S EXPERIENCE OF THE 2023 AAC CONFERENCE
Maddy Carey Launching a new career is daunting in any profession, but starting as an acupuncturist must be up there

INTERVIEW WITH NORA FRANGLEN
Interviewed by Sarah Matheson ‘What I love about five-element acupuncture is that it touches the deepest part of us.’ (Nora

VISITING LAMU ISLAND TO VOLUNTEER AS AN ACUPUNCTURIST
Nicky Douglas ‘I have arrived. It is wonderful!’ I wrote these words to reassure family and friends that I had


FELIP CAUDET AND THE MAGIC OF MOXA
Evaluations by three participants at Felip Caudet’s course Felip Caudet specialises in Japanese moxibustion, having studied Fukaya Style with moxibustion

Newly Qualified as an Acupuncturist?
Launching Your Acupuncture Career? Why the AAC is Your Perfect Partner Choosing the right professional association is a critical decision


Early Detection of Skin Cancer: New AAC Member Benefits!
The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) is excited to announce two new partnerships focused on empowering our members in the

INTRODUCTION TO KOREAN HAND ACUPUNCTURE AND MOXIBUSTION
Jong Baik What is Korean Hand Acupuncture and Moxibustion? Korean Hand Acupuncture and Moxibustion, also known as Korean Hand Therapy


INTEGRATING QIGONG INTO YOUR DAILY CLINICAL PRACTICE – Part 2
– Preserve and nourish your Qi to foster better results – Damian Allegretti In the previous issue (July 2023) we

The AAC is hosting An Evening With Dr Lara McLure 24th April 2024 7pm & Recording
“Ancient Medicine. Modern Research. Revolutionary Thinking” What is Evidence Based Acupuncture? “Evidence Based Acupuncture was created to show the current


Acupuncture Patients Rejoice! No More Waiting Period to Donate Blood in the UK
Great news for acupuncturists and blood donors alike! After a relentless five-year campaign, the Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) and

Association of Acupuncture Clinicians Partners with Skin Cancer Charity to Empower Members in Early Detection
The Association of Acupuncture Clinicians (AAC) is proud to announce a new partnership! This exciting collaboration brings vital skin cancer


AAC’s acupuncture community is growing!
We have had quite a start to 2024! Firstly, a big welcome to all of our new members both in

The Clinician Volume 3 March 2024
The Clinician is the official journal of the AAC and this is our third volume. Download


Does Acupuncture Work? What you need to know…
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese medicine practice involving the insertion of thin needles into specific points on the body. It’s