News & Updates
Our ASM Acupuncture Day On the Hill Was A Success!
The legislative co-chairs of the ASM would like to give a big THANK YOU to everyone who attended, volunteered, needled, met with legislators and staff, made a financial donation or helped in any way to the success of this event. We are grateful to you. Tuesday was a terrific day in Boston and many legislators and staffers came and brought enthusiasm for the event and the work we do. We were able...
The More People – The More Impact We Make Acu Day on the Hill
Great News! All of our acupuncture bills have been reported out of committee favorably & have now moved onto the NEXT committee! We ARE making a a DIFFERENCE! JOIN US ON BEACON HILL! Tuesday February 20th 2024 11:30-2pm at the Massachusetts State House by the Grand Staircase for the ASM Acupuncture Day On the Hill Meet us at the State House and advocate for your profession! You will have...
Join Us – Acu Day On the Hill 2/20/24
ASM Acupuncture Day On the Hill at the Massachusetts State House by the Grand Staircase Tuesday February 20th 2024 11:30-2pm Your energy and presence at this event moves our lobbying efforts forward! Please join us at the State House and advocate for your profession! We will educate legislators and their staff and celebrate our medicine. This is a wonderful opportunity to learn more about the...
ASM AcuTalks Begin February 6
Let's Get Together To Share & Learn In response to many comments we received at our 2023 Annual Meeting, the ASM CEU Committee is developing more opportunities for professional learning. We are introducing - ASM AcuTalks - virtual meetups where licensed acupuncturists and students will be able to ask questions, share knowledge and experiences, and learn from one another. First AcuTalk...
Acu Day On the Hill Feb 20 2024
It is time for another Acu Day On The Hill! Tuesday February 20th 2024 at the Massachusetts State House Come advocate for your profession, meet with your legislators and ask them to act to report our Acupuncture bills out of Committee favorably. This is a vital opportunity to help educate our elected officials about the impact of acupuncture and access to it within the MA healthcare system. Our...
Help our Dry Needling Bill – October 29 update
Update on Our Dry Needling Bill: An Act Relative to the Safer Treatment of Pain What it is: H 2270 & S 1355 is legislation that would ensure that those providing pain treatment with acupuncture/filiform needles are properly licensed and trained and will require licensed health care providers to have adequate training and independent testing to validate their skills. View more details on our...
9 Reasons To Attend ASM Membership Meeting & Acupuncture Needling Technique Class
Classical Acupuncture Needling Techniques & Annual Membership Meeting Saturday June 17, 2023 - Goodnow Library, Sudbury 10-5pm 6 CEUs for the full day The ASM invites you to a highly educational and information-packed event. Read all the details here including speaker bio, location information and more 9 Reasons To Come Join Us For Our Full Day of Learning, Sharing and Networking Learn from...
ASM Annual Membership Meeting plus CE Class with Xiao Ming Cheng
The ASM is hoping to see many of you in person (or on zoom for the annual meeting) in just a few weeks Classical Acupuncture Needling Techniques & Annual Membership Meeting Saturday June 17, 2023 - Goodnow Library, Sudbury 10-5pm 6 CEUs for the full day The ASM invites you to a highly educational and information-packed event. Read all the details here including speaker bio, location...
ASA and the NCCAOM Endorse the Acupuncture for Our Seniors Act of 2023
The Acupuncture for our Seniors Act would increase Medicare beneficiaries’ access to acupuncturists, provide more non-pharmacological options for pain relief, and promote the profession’s growth. WASHINGTON, May 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The American Society of Acupuncturists (ASA) and the National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) commend U.S....
Annual Membership Meeting & Needling Technique Class
We'd love to see you at this great class and our membership meeting! Classical Acupuncture Needling Techniques & Annual Membership Meeting Saturday June 17, 2023 - Goodnow Library, Sudbury 10-5pm 6 CEUs for the full day The ASM invites you to a highly educational and information-packed event. Read all the details here including speaker bio, location information and more Classical...