License: Acupuncturists
1500 SW First Ave Ste 620
Portland, OR 97201-5847
(971) 673-2700
An acupuncturist provides health care using acupuncture and other forms of traditional Oriental Medicine. Acupuncture treats neurological, organic or functional disorders by stimulation of specific points on the surface of the body by insertion of needles. Under Oregon law, the practice of acupuncture also includes traditional and modern techniques of Oriental diagnosis and evaluation; Oriental massage, exercise and related therapeutic methods; use of Oriental herbs, vitamins, minerals, and dietary advice. The average time to issue a license is 3-5 calendar days after all necessary documents have been submitted.
- Registry
- Third-party exam required
- Degree required
- Continuing education required
- Experience required
- No criminal record requirements
License information updated 07/12/2022