Pacific College, Author at Pacific College Pacific College of Health and Science Thu, 26 Dec 2024 12:11:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 /wp-content/uploads/2020/09/cropped-PCHS_Icon_Gradient-1-32x32.png Pacific College, Author at Pacific College 32 32 Everything You Need to Know About Cosmetic Acupuncture /news/blog/2024/11/28/everything-you-need-to-know-about-cosmetic-acupuncture Thu, 28 Nov 2024 11:34:42 +0000 /?p=36412 Cosmetic acupuncture is a natural, minimally invasive treatment that uses fine needles to improve the skin’s appearance and reduce signs of aging. This ancient practice is believed to stimulate collagen production, improve blood circulation, and promote a youth-like look. Unlike Botox or fillers, cosmetic acupuncture also focuses on your health by balancing energy, or qi, …

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]]> How to Get into Nursing School: A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting Your Nursing Career /news/blog/2024/11/20/how-to-get-into-nursing-school Wed, 20 Nov 2024 17:27:03 +0000 /?p=36371 Nursing is a rewarding career that offers the chance to make a real difference in people’s lives by providing essential healthcare. As a nurse, you can work in settings from hospitals to clinics and choose to specialize in areas like pediatrics or emergency care. Steps to Get into Nursing School Getting into nursing school involves …

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]]> How to Become a Massage Therapist: A Complete Guide /news/blog/2024/10/18/how-to-become-a-massage-therapist-a-complete-guide Fri, 18 Oct 2024 17:26:42 +0000 /?p=36077 Studying to become a massage therapist can grant you a fulfilling career focused on the health and well-being of your patients. Whether you’re passionate about holistic healing or simply want to help others feel their best, pursuing this career involves formal education, hands-on training, and certification. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps …

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]]> How to Become an Acupuncturist /news/blog/2024/08/27/how-to-become-an-acupuncturist Tue, 27 Aug 2024 11:13:14 +0000 /?p=34914 Before answering the question of how to become an acupuncturist, first ask yourself: why become an acupuncturist? Acupuncture is one element within the scope of Chinese medicine, which itself is a comprehensive system that examines and treats the entire body. As an acupuncturist, you’ll use Chinese medicine techniques to help patients manage their pain, improve …

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]]> First Acu Doctor to Present at VA PAINWeek: Alum Felice Indindoli /news/alumni-spotlight/2024/08/14/first-acu-doctor-to-present-at-va-painweek-alum-felice-indindoli Wed, 14 Aug 2024 16:58:50 +0000 /?p=34537 Congratulations to Pacific College Transitional Doctorate grad Felice Indindoli, DAc, LAc, DiplAc (NCCAOM)! Dr. Indindoli is making history as the first doctor of acupuncture to present at the PAINWeek National Conference on Pain Management. Her presentation, “FIRE AND ICE: Acupuncture for the Treatment of Women Veterans With Co-Morbid Pain and Menopause”, will focus on her …

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]]> Dr. Tang-Ritchie Represented PCHS at the 2023 Women’s Health Innovation Opportunity Map /news/in-the-news/2023/10/16/dr-leng-tang-ritchie Mon, 16 Oct 2023 19:22:16 +0000 /?p=28011 From January 2023 through July 2023, Dr. Leng Tang-Ritchie represented Pacific College in the development of the Women’s Health Innovation Opportunity Map, sponsored by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the US National Institutes of Health (NIH). Leng Tang-Ritchie is our Vice President of Clinical Education and Operations. Women’s health is an area that …

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]]> Delving into Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Exploration of Its Rich History and Practices /news/blog/2023/05/03/delving-into-chinese-medicine Wed, 03 May 2023 17:03:19 +0000 /?p=23376 Chinese medicine, with a history spanning millennia, has steadily gained recognition worldwide for its holistic and integrative approach to health and well-being. This age-old discipline emphasizes the interconnectedness of the body, mind, and spirit, offering a unique perspective on health care. In this comprehensive exploration, we will examine the history, key principles, and therapeutic practices …

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]]> Problems with Prescribing Medication: Pacific Faculty Interviewed by Healthcare IT Today /news/in-the-news/2023/05/02/problems-with-prescribing-medication-pacific-faculty-interviewed-by-healthcare-it-today Tue, 02 May 2023 17:28:00 +0000 /?p=23182 Pacific College holistic nursing faculty members Mitzie Meyers, PhD, RN, CNE, AHN-BC and Caroline Ortiz, PhD(c), MSN, MPH, RN, NC-BC were recently interviewed for an article series by Andy Oram on problems people have taking their medication. Up to half of all patients who are prescribed medications for management of chronic conditions don’t take them …

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]]> Rethinking Medication: Holistic Nursing Professors Interviewed by Healthcare IT Today /news/in-the-news/2023/04/25/rethinking-medication-holistic-nursing-professors-interviewed-by-healthcare-it-today Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:01:00 +0000 /?p=22845 Pacific College holistic nursing faculty members Mitzie Meyers, PhD, RN, CNE, AHN-BC and Caroline Ortiz, PhD(c), MSN, MPH, RN, NC-BC were recently interviewed for Healthcare IT Today’s article “Rethinking Medication and Information Technology”, the fourth and final part in a series by Andy Oram on problems people have taking their medication. Many patients who have …

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]]> Mitzie Meyers, Pacific College Faculty, Interviewed by Healthcare IT Today /news/in-the-news/2023/04/18/mitzie-meyers-pacific-college-faculty-interviewed-by-healthcare-it-today Tue, 18 Apr 2023 07:01:00 +0000 /?p=22843 Mitzie Meyers, PhD, RN, CNE, AHN-BC, a professor in Pacific College’s nursing program, was recently interviewed for Healthcare IT Today’s article “What Tends to Go Wrong With Medication Adherence?”, the third in a series by Andy Oram about problems people have taking their medication. Many patients prescribed medications for management of chronic conditions don’t take …

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