Jon Dollar L.Ac.
​I graduated with honors in BioMedicine from Northwestern State University and received my Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from AOMA Graduate School of Integrated Medicine. I am currently a licensed acupuncturist and herbalist in the state of Texas, and owner of Austin Meridian Therapy PLLC. 

Over the years I have studied a vast amount of techniques and styles of practice which I regularly draw from. Though currently, I am primarily practicing a variety of Osteopathic Manipulations, Hari style acupuncture, and Neo-Classical style acupuncture and herbalism. 

Hari is a highly refined form of Traditional Japanese Meridian Therapy (Keiraku- chiryo). It is known for its sensitive bio-energetic feedback methods of pulse and abdominal diagnosis, as well as its effectiveness and pain free needling techniques. I am privileged to receive regular advanced training with T. Koei Kuwahara Sensei, and many other Japanese style practitioners, as I continually study this amazing medicine. 

Neo-Classical acupuncture and herbalism is a synthesis of early literate practices and family lineages, specialized in pulse diagnosis. I am extremely fortunate for the opportunity to apprentice under Dr. William R. Morris PhD, DAOM, L.Ac., as well as assist him with many of his seminars on a wide variety of topics. My studies and friendship with Dr. Morris laid the foundation for how I understand all approaches of medicine that I learn along the way. 

Currently, I am also studying osteopathy with Dr. Damon Whitfield D.O. He has greatly influenced my practice, and taught me a multitude of osteopathic manipulations and bio-energetic feedback methods. He has been instrumental in the process of integrating my western and eastern medical knowledge.
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I am able to treat a wide variety of disorders by focusing on the inherent intelligence of the body and its ability to heal. I love to be a true general practitioner, seeing a little bit of everything, and to be challenged by interesting cases. Through a variety of diagnostic skills and therapeutic treatment strategies, I hope to help guide you through your own path of wellness. ​

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Andy Bishop, L.Ac. 
Andy’s interest in natural medicine began 15 years ago after a seminar in medicinal herbalism during his undergraduate studies in plant biology in Ohio. Before leaving the Midwest, Andy completed two intensive courses in energetic herbalism, taught respectively by Althea Northidge-Orr, MA, AHG, Lac, CST and Midwestern folk herbalist Jim McDonald. In Chicago, he studied the Chen family tradition of classical Taiji and Qigong for 4 years under the lineage of Chen Xiaoxing. During his master’s studies in Oriental medicine, Andy trained in many systems that shaped him as a practitioner, which include various styles of acupuncture, a form of Chinese manual therapy called Tuina, cupping, and gua sha. Andy is certified in the Mei Zen Cosmetic Acupuncture system and offers patients facial rejuvenation
acupuncture.

The Chinese medicinal herbal tradition is recognized as among the most complex herbal medicine systems. Andy uses his expertise in clinical nutrition related to his work in the Wellness Department at Peoples Rx, as well as advanced extracurricular seminar studies, in tandem with herbal medicine to tailor treatment to his patients. He incorporates these elements into treatments based on the needs of the patient. In his work educating the public about herbal and nutritional medicine at Peoples Rx, Andy is privileged to learn from the stories and conversations people share with him about their individual healing journeys. He draws from his background studying the natural world, ancient traditions of medicine, energy work and martial arts, as well as in clinical science and modern nutritional medicine, to provide his patients the
best in holistic care.

Andy completed his master of science in acupuncture and oriental medicine at AOMA Graduate School of Herbal Medicine in 2018. He is Nationally Board Certified as a diplomate of traditional Asian medicine and licensed to practice acupuncture by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners. Internships and advanced study in Japanese acupuncture, Master Tan acupuncture, and Tuina,with teachers such as T. Koei Kuwahara Sensei; Dr. Yongxin Fan, MD, LAc; Dr. Elizabeth Fordyce, DAOM, LAc; Dr. Will Morris PhD, DAOM, LAc; and Aaron Rubinstein, LAc, stand out as especially formative for him. Andy is the founder of Cardinal Wellness PLLC. He completed his bachelor of science in plant biology on the Dean’s List at Ohio University in 2005.

Jon's Certifications:

Texas State Board of Acupuncture Examiners

License # AC 01233

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Georgia Composite Medical Board

License # AC 288

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South Carolina Board of Medical Examiners

License # ACUP 167

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Diplomate of Oriental Medicine

NCCAOM Dipl. OM # 119097
A Diplomate of Oriental Medicine is a practitioner who is certified by the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM®) and has met the certification requirements for both acupuncture and Chinese herbology. It is a considerable professional achievement to earn the designation Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM). NCCAOM certification indicates to employers, patients, and peers that one has met national standards for the safe and competent practice of acupuncture and Chinese herbology as defined by the acupuncture and Oriental medicine (AOM) profession. 

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CCAOM Clean Needle Technique Certificate

The mission of the CCAOM is to advance acupuncture and Oriental medicine by promoting educational excellence within the field. 

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Education:

Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (MAcOM)

AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine, Austin, TX                                                                                                                                                                          



Relevant Coursework: 
1024 hours clinical internship focused on acupuncture and herbology            
672 hours acupuncture techniques and theory
636 hours Chinese herbal medicine, herb-drug interaction, and safety precautions
582 hours biomedical diagnostics, treatment of disease, and pharmacology           

Advanced Seminars: Pain Management & Treatment, Infertility, Cancer Treatment, Macro-Biotic Nutrition, Women’s Health, Diabetes, Facial Rejuvenation, Pulse Diagnosis, Neoclassical Acupuncture, Hari, Five Element Acupuncture, Esoteric Acupuncture, Master Tung Acupuncture

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Bachelor of Science in Biomedicine with honors (BS)

Northwestern State University, Natchitoches, LA                                                                                                                              






Relevant Coursework: 1896 hours of human biology, nursing, chemistry, and genetics

Recognition & Honors:  Member of Tri Beta biological honors society
Member of The International Scholar Laureate Program, Delegation on Medicine
Member of The National Deans List of America

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Intermediate Yoga Teaching Certificate 
(YRT-500)

Windfire Yoga, Toscana, Italia

Relevant Coursework:  Over 1000 hours of anatomical, physiological, and philosophical yogic principles encompassing all five traditional forms of yoga

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