Yingjuan Liang, DACM, LAc
Tieqiang Zhao, MD/PHd(CN), L.Ac.
Tieqiang Zhao, MD/PHd(CN), L.Ac.
- Licensed Acupuncturist and Herbalist in Tennessee and Mississippi; doctoral degree in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine; board-certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM)
- Over the years, she obtained training from several prominent Chinese Medicine Masters in China and the United States and in the world
- Selected as one of twelve practitioners nationwide for the inaugural Overseas Chinese Medicine Mentorship in the USA, studying under the renowned Prof. Ming Jin in reproductive health & infertility and inheriting master Jin's academic thoughts and clinical experience
- A direct disciple of Prof. Ying Wang — the renowned master of Modern Abdominal Diagnosis & Acupuncture, and is currently the only overseas successor to have received official master-disciple recognition
- Clinically certified in Soliman Auricular Allergy Treatment (SAAT) by Dr. Nader Soliman directly; certified SAAT allergy treatment provider
- Deputy secretary general and executive director of the World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies – Scalp Needle Committee
- Member of China Association of Acupuncture-Moxibustion; holds certificate of "All-around of TCM techniques" issued by Chinese Bureau of TCM Administration
- Member of the American Traditional Chinese Medicine Society (ATCMS) and the American Traditional Chinese Medicine Association (ATCMA)
- Her practice prioritises treating patient's body, mind, and spirit with a holistic approach, especially at the spiritual level
- Yingjuan's parents are both doctors — she was deeply influenced not only by their skills for healing patients, but also their genuine personalities
- Secretary-General, Mid-South Chinese Chamber of Commerce · Board Member, Greater Memphis United Federation · Co-Chair, inaugural 2025 Memphis Lunar New Year Fair (庙会) — Dr. Liang is deeply passionate about community building and actively promotes local cultural diversity through numerous public welfare and cultural initiatives
Clinical Expertise
- She excels at integrating modern abdominal diagnosis with modern tongue diagnosis in clinical practice to treat a wide range of conditions. Her areas of specialization include pain management, emotional and psychological disorders, as well as gynecology, infertility, and pediatric health. She also possesses extensive experience and achieves remarkable efficacy in treating neurological disorders and providing TCM facial rejuvenation and cosmetic treatments.
- Her holistic treatment approach blends abdominal acupuncture, Jiao's scalp acupuncture, Tung's acupuncture, Dongjin (motion-style) acupuncture, Five-Element acupuncture, and traditional acupuncture, complemented by herbal prescriptions guided by tongue diagnosis. Upholding the philosophy of "harmonizing body and mind, nurturing both form and spirit," she provides comprehensive, holistic care for both adult and pediatric patients.
- Additionally, she is highly skilled in utilizing SAAT to diagnose and treat Alpha-gal syndrome, pollen allergies, environmental allergies, and various food allergies.
Tieqiang Zhao, MD/PHd(CN), L.Ac.
Tieqiang Zhao, MD/PHd(CN), L.Ac.
Tieqiang Zhao, MD/PHd(CN), L.Ac.
- Dr. Zhao graduated from the prestigious 7-year Clinical Medicine program at Harbin Medical University — one of only top 15 medical schools in China authorized to offer this elite track at the time. He then completed a 3-year doctoral program, earning both his M.D. and Ph.D. degrees.
- Following his training, he served as an Attending Physician in Internal Medicine/cardiology at Harbin Medical University and later an Associate Professor at Peking University Health Science Center, China’s leading medical institution.
- With extensive training in both Eastern and Western medicine, Dr. Zhao completed advanced apprenticeship in Traditional Chinese Medicine under renowned practitioner Alex Li. He also studied Tai Chi with Masters Zhibin Zhang and Songquan Yang, and Medical Qigong with Masters Qiduan Li and Junfeng Li. This unique combination of rigorous medical training and deep mastery of mind-body practices forms the foundation of his integrative healing approach.
Dr. Zhao
- Licensed Acupuncturist in Tennessee
- National Board-Certified Diplomate of Acupuncture (NCCAOM)
- Certified SAAT allergy treatment provider.
- Over 20 years of clinical experience
- Executive Director, World Federation of Chinese Medicine Societies – Cardiovascular Disease Committee
- Professional Member, American Heart Association & American Stroke Association
- National-level Judge of Tai Chi and Kung Fu (USA Wushu Kungfu Federation)
- Member, The Tai Chi Qigong Association of America
- Program Director and Principal Investigator of a NIH-funded research grant
- Patent Holder
- Author of numerous peer-reviewed journal articles and medical book chapters.
Clinical Philosophy
- Years of caring for patients with advanced stages of illness gave Dr. Zhao a profound appreciation for his belief that the best healthcare not only treats illness but also helps prevent it whenever possible.
- His approach emphasizes caring for the whole person — body, mind, and spirit — through individualized treatment that integrates the strengths of Western medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tai Chi, and Medical Qigong.
- Comprehensive diagnosis：by integrating traditional Chinese medicine diagnostic techniques—including pulse, tongue, and abdominal diagnosis—with over 20 years of clinical experience in modern medicine, Dr. Zhao develops a precise and individualized understanding of each patient's condition.
- Individualized Integrative treatment：every treatment plan is personalized and may combine traditional acupuncture and specialized acupuncture, herbal medicine, Daoyin therapy, Tai Chi, Qigong, and other integrative therapies. This comprehensive approach is particularly valuable for patients with complex, chronic, or difficult-to-treat conditions.