Christian Østensen is a licensed Acupuncturist in New York and National Board Certified by NCCAOM in Acupuncture and Chinese herbology.
Mission: The main focus in my practice is to use natural
alternatives to drugs for various diseases creates a lasting positive
impact in patients' lives. As a traditional Chinese medical
practitioner, I encourages patients to live in accordance with the
natural biomechanics of the body and to pursue a path to peace and
happiness.
History: I was raised in an artistic and athletic environment in Norway. From the suburban childhood in Kolstad, Trondheim, I went to become an performance artist after graduating from Norwegian National College of Dance. After eight years of professional movement studies with emphasis on anatomy, training and nutrition I decided to branch of into my second carrier of Chinese medicine. The way Asian medicine and philosophies look at health and well being attracted my attention.
Education: My life journey has taken me through three colleges -- Trondheim College of Engineering, The Norwegian National College of Dance, and Pacific College of Oriental Medicine.After graduating from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine in 2003 I started my practice in Greenwich Village (Union Square).
Continued Education
* Treatment of Respiratory Diseases -- Charles Chase
* Dermatology in Chinese Medicine -- Mazin Al-Khafaji
* Acupuncture for Cosmetics -- Dr. Edwin Y.Zong
* Safety Issues & Herb/ Drug Interactions -- Kevin Ergil
* Chinese Orthopedics -- Dr. Zhao Ping L.Ac.
* Herbs & the Etiology of Disease -- Prof. Won Duk Huang
* Biology, Biochemistry & Biophysics -- Empire State College (ESC)
* Insurance Billing in the Acupuncture Office -- Steven Kaplan
* CPR Certified -- American Heart Association (AHA)
Special Thanks
* To my in-laws for their support and who have been patient and understanding all these years.
* My mom who first showed me to laugh, take care of people and to treasure small things in life.
* My wife who's heart is filled with endless love, devotion and who looks to find a child in everyone.
* Roni, Max and Peter for their continuous support.
* Daniel and Anthony for their kind support.
Without my family and friends the practice would be impossible!
Live Long, Stay Healthy!
All My Best,
Christian Østensen
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