Our Team
Xiaoxue Yin
R. AC & R. TCMP
Sherry is a CTCMPAO registered acupuncturist and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine) practitioner. She was a medical doctor practicing integrated TCM and Western medicine specializing in Traumatology and Orthopaedics for over 20 years in a first-class general hospital in China before going overseas. She did her post doctoral research in the Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine at University of Washington Medical Center before coming to Canada.
Ryan Brooks
R. Ac, R. TCMP
Ryan Brooks is the founder of Eight Branches. He has been practicing Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 20 years. Ryan studied at the Academy of Classical Oriental Sciences in British Columbia and the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine. He is also a graduate of the Eastern Studies program at the University of Western Ontario.
Tatiana Smirnova
ND, R.Ac. & R.TCMp
Tatiana Smirnova is a Naturopathic Doctor (ND), Practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCMp), and Acupuncturist (R. Ac). Additionally, she has training in classical and complex homeopathy. She completed her degrees at the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine (CCNM), and Eight Branches Academy of Eastern Medicine (EBAEM).
William (Yee Jin) Sung
R. Ac, R. TCMP
William (Yee Jin) Sung is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner and Acupuncturist (CTCMPAO). He obtained his Bachelor’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine/Acupuncture from Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine in China. He is now a faculty member at the Eight Branches of Eastern Medicine(EBAEM), where his teaching style and skills are popular among students.
Christine (Qin) Yang
R.Ac, R.TCMP
Christine takes a holistic view toward the source of pain & related movement limitation disorders. After asking detailed questions, examining closely the pulse, the tongue and palpating the affected body (shape, color, temperature, marks etc.), Christine will come up with Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment plan. The efficacy of Traditional Chinese Medicine derives from its strength in the body-mind communication and connection.
Phuong Uyen (Betty) Luong
RMT
I am a dedicated Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) with a strong foundation in holistic health, having graduated from an advanced program at Kikkawa College in Toronto. My journey in the field of wellness began in 2006 in France, where I combined my background as a former competitive gymnast and nurse to develop a deep understanding of the human body and its needs.
Diana Ojeda
Bsc. ZST GCPP BF
Diana has a wealth of experience in various holistic practices, and she creates a safe and nurturing space for you to have a truly deep and transformative experience. Her treatments help you reconnect with your body, which is a powerful place to begin your own healing journey. “When we are at home within ourselves”, we allow our bodies’ innate healing abilities to take over. This therapeutic approach restores your body, mind, and psyche, leaving you feeling renewed, grounded, calm, and aligned.
Andreza Müller
Registered Acupuncturist, R.Ac
Andreza Muller is a Registered Acupuncturist trained at Eight Branches College of Eastern Medicine, with postgraduate studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine. Her journey into Acupuncture began with a profound personal experience that inspired her to pursue this path, allowing her to give back to the community through healing. In addition to acupuncture and moxibustion, her diverse skill set includes cupping, gua sha, tuina, shiatsu, electro-acupuncture, auriculotherapy and nutrition & lifestyle guidance based on Traditional Chinese Medicine principles.
Dondrub Wangchuk
Qi Gong and Tai Chi instructor
With over 30 years of experience, Dondrub Wangchuk is dedicated to guiding students toward balance, mindfulness, and resilience. Blending Eastern martial arts and therapeutic practices, his approach emphasizes mindfulness and awareness, patience and progress, and adaptability and individual needs. Dondrub’s classes in Tai Chi Chuan and Qigong offer a balanced approach to mental and physical well-being, fostering a profound connection to oneself and the surrounding world. Through movement, breathwork, and mindfulness, he inspires individuals of all ages and fitness levels to cultivate a sense of harmony and vitality from within.
Maria del Carmen Urquizar Contreras
R. Ac
Likai Yao
R. Ac, R. TCMP
Jackelyn Hurtado
Osteopath
