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Dr. Bruce Gustafson
DAOM, LAc
TRADITIONAL ORIENTAL MEDICINE DOCTOR
At a young age, inspired by my fascination with the sciences, philosophy, medicine, psychology, and the natural world around me, I knew then that I wanted to become a doctor. Initially on a Pre-Med education track into college, different life directions evolved over the years. One thread that always remained constant, however, was my passion for understanding and exploring the underlying elements and dynamics of medicine, healing modalities, the holistic sciences, human nature, quantum physics, spirituality, the Universe, and Western, Eastern and Energy Medicines.
Divergent paths would lead me through more life experience and education, achieving a degree in Clinical Psychology and years working in the mental health field, then starting and running a small business.
I’m grateful to say, I found my way back to my childhood calling, to this wonderful profession I love, and to be of service to help my clients realize life balance and their true potential.
I received my MTOM/Acupuncture degree with honors from Emperor’s College, one of the most prestigious and well respected Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine colleges in the country. Following with more years of study, I earned my Doctorate of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) from Emperor’s College, with a specialization in Men’s Health, Andrology and Male Fertility. The subject of my Doctoral Capstone/clinical research project was on the efficacy of Western and Traditional Medicine in the treatment of male factor infertility.
In addition to my practice, I am the Associate Dean of the Masters Program at Emperor’s College in Santa Monica, CA. since 2017 and also serve as a faculty member there, instructing students and future practitioners in our profession.
My Particular Areas of Specialization & Treatment Interests
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All aspects of Men’s Health and Urological conditions
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Infertility Medicine, reproductive health
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Andropause, treatments for men at various stages as they age
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Sleep irregularities and Insomnia
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PTSD and trauma related conditions
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Post-concussion syndromes
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Anxiety
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Stressful lifestyle support
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Chronic fatigue
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Disorders/Injuries and pain of the knee and shoulder
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Aroma Acu-point Certified Essential Oil Therapies
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Traditional Chinese Medicine Herbology and supportive nutraceutical supplements
I am a participating member of the following professional organizations: the American Society of Andrology (ASA); the Society for the Study of Male Reproduction (SSMR); the Society for Acupuncture Research (SAR); the American Society of Acupuncture (ASA); Executive Board member of the California State Oriental Medical Association (CSOMA) 2017-2023. My clinical research project, Collaboration Between Western Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture in the Treatment of Male Infertility, was published in the 2021 edition of the Journal of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine (JAIM).
Contact Info
323.879.9889