Al Downs, LAc
I grew up in the Chicago area and received a BA in film from Columbia College in 1978. In 1990 I completed my Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM). I lived in Southeast Asia for most of 1991, studying Chinese Medicine for three months in Hangzhou, China. I have been at IEP Clinic since its inception in 1992 and have continued to pursue my interests in Japanese acupuncture and mindfulness. My other favorite activities include hiking, nordic skiing, cycling, and kayaking.
I grew up in the Chicago area and received a BA in film from Columbia College in 1978. In 1990 I completed my Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine at the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine (OCOM). I lived in Southeast Asia for most of 1991, studying Chinese Medicine for three months in Hangzhou, China. I have been at IEP Clinic since its inception in 1992 and have continued to pursue my interests in Japanese acupuncture and mindfulness. My other favorite activities include hiking, nordic skiing, cycling, and kayaking.
Thomas Martin, LAc
I began my studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine in London in 1988 and then returned to my home country, New Zealand, to complete the first full time acupuncture degree approved by the New Zealand Register of Acupuncture. In 1994 I moved to the United States, became certified through the Oregon Acupuncture Licensure, and started working at IEP initially in a voluntary capacity. I continue to work for IEP and also maintain a private practice in two clinics alongside medical doctors.
Working at IEP has resulted in a unique enrichment of skill and experience as an acupuncturist and herbalist. After decades of this unique work, sharing with clients the enormous emotional and spiritual challenges attending a major medical diagnosis, I have come to agree with a quote attributed to Paracelsus “The main reason for healing is love.”
I began my studies in Traditional Chinese Medicine in London in 1988 and then returned to my home country, New Zealand, to complete the first full time acupuncture degree approved by the New Zealand Register of Acupuncture. In 1994 I moved to the United States, became certified through the Oregon Acupuncture Licensure, and started working at IEP initially in a voluntary capacity. I continue to work for IEP and also maintain a private practice in two clinics alongside medical doctors.
Working at IEP has resulted in a unique enrichment of skill and experience as an acupuncturist and herbalist. After decades of this unique work, sharing with clients the enormous emotional and spiritual challenges attending a major medical diagnosis, I have come to agree with a quote attributed to Paracelsus “The main reason for healing is love.”
Usha Noble, LAc
I have been practicing acupuncture since 1996 when I graduated from the Oriental College of Oriental Medicine. Since then I have worked in many different treatment settings, including private practice, through Kaiser’s Continuing Care Services, and at Central City Concern. As an acupuncturist I support the body's natural inclination towards healing and well being and serve as a compassionate witness in the journey.
I have been practicing acupuncture since 1996 when I graduated from the Oriental College of Oriental Medicine. Since then I have worked in many different treatment settings, including private practice, through Kaiser’s Continuing Care Services, and at Central City Concern. As an acupuncturist I support the body's natural inclination towards healing and well being and serve as a compassionate witness in the journey.
Edythe (Edie) Vickers, ND, LAc
I hold a BS from the University of Toronto, a Licensed Acupuncture certificate from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine and a Naturopathic Doctorate from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (now University).
In my 30 plus years of practice I have used many modalities from acupuncture and herbal medicine to injection therapy and nutrition to aid the body in restoring and regulating its qi and thus achieve optimal health. My specialties include adjunctive cancer, autoimmune diseases and women’s health. I am grateful and honored to be able to do this work and work with the patients at IEP.
I hold a BS from the University of Toronto, a Licensed Acupuncture certificate from the Oregon College of Oriental Medicine and a Naturopathic Doctorate from the National College of Naturopathic Medicine (now University).
In my 30 plus years of practice I have used many modalities from acupuncture and herbal medicine to injection therapy and nutrition to aid the body in restoring and regulating its qi and thus achieve optimal health. My specialties include adjunctive cancer, autoimmune diseases and women’s health. I am grateful and honored to be able to do this work and work with the patients at IEP.
Subhuti Dharmananda, PhD
Clinic Director
I have been involved in preventive health care and integrative medicine since 1972, primarily working with traditional medicine systems such as traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, Tibetan medicine, and western herbalism. I received my PhD in Biology from the University of California, which provided training in critical analysis of technical literature and design of laboratory and clinical studies. My role at IEP is to evaluate candidates for participation in our project and to monitor patient progress through chart reviews, providing some guidance in focus of treatment and use of herbal prescriptions.
Clinic Director
I have been involved in preventive health care and integrative medicine since 1972, primarily working with traditional medicine systems such as traditional Chinese medicine, Ayurvedic medicine, Tibetan medicine, and western herbalism. I received my PhD in Biology from the University of California, which provided training in critical analysis of technical literature and design of laboratory and clinical studies. My role at IEP is to evaluate candidates for participation in our project and to monitor patient progress through chart reviews, providing some guidance in focus of treatment and use of herbal prescriptions.
