Dr. Andrew Vu, DAOM, L.Ac
Dr. Vu is one of only a small percentage of licensed acupuncturists in the United States with a doctorate degree in acupuncture. Those with a doctorate degree in acupuncture are leaders in the field of acupuncture as they have the highest level of education and specialty training. The additional training allows him to better integrate acupuncture medicine with his patients and their healthcare team. His evidence based approach ensures his patients receive effective treatments using the latest acupuncture research and protocols.
Dr. Vu completed externships at Khyung Hee University in South Korea to further his knowledge and skill set in the treatment of Bell's Palsy, temporomandibular disorders, and musculoskeletal disorders. His doctoral studies focused upon acupuncture research, gynecology, and geriatrics. Prior to opening Invigorate in 2017, he worked in Southeast Portland for 5 years primarily treating automobile related injuries as well as chronic neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders.
Published Work:
Acupuncture in Nepal survey study
Bells Palsy Case Study
Dr. Vu completed externships at Khyung Hee University in South Korea to further his knowledge and skill set in the treatment of Bell's Palsy, temporomandibular disorders, and musculoskeletal disorders. His doctoral studies focused upon acupuncture research, gynecology, and geriatrics. Prior to opening Invigorate in 2017, he worked in Southeast Portland for 5 years primarily treating automobile related injuries as well as chronic neuromuscular and musculoskeletal disorders.
Published Work:
Acupuncture in Nepal survey study
Bells Palsy Case Study
Jonathan Vu, LMT #023316
Jonathan Vu is a graduate of East West College in Portland, Oregon. His style incorporates training in Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, neuromuscular trigger point therapy, and tui na. He believes that not only is massage beneficial to the body’s posture and well-being but that education and self-awareness about our daily behavior is integral in our healing. He is committed to his client’s healing process and personalizes each treatment to the needs of those he works with. Jonathan believes in sharing his knowledge in helping with the healing process of relieving muscular pain and dysfunction.
Yumi, Clinic Ambassador
Yumi takes her job as clinic ambassador seriously. She enthusiastically greet visitors and tend to lead patients in and out of treatment rooms.
Mochi, Clinic Ambassador in Training
Mochi is new to the office and is learning the ropes thanks to her mentor Yumi. She spends much of her time in her private office.