Conference Overview

The 12th American TCM Congress

The highly anticipated 12th American TCM Congress will be held this October. Since its inception in 2015, the Congress has been successfully convened for eleven consecutive years, earning widespread recognition from the TCM community and serving as an important platform for advancing traditional Chinese medicine. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to this premier event.

This Congress will offer a dynamic platform for learning and exchange, bringing together professionals to explore the depth and potential of TCM and acupuncture, advance its global development, and celebrate this premier event in the TCM community.

More details will be announced soon. We sincerely appreciate your continued support and look forward to welcoming you!

Conference Information

Item	Details
Conference Theme	Bridging Tradition and Innovation — Integrating Traditional Medicine with Modern Advances to Enhance Clinical Outcomes
Venue	New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott
Dates	October 3–4, 2026
Important Information	In-depth small-group training sessions will also be offered before and after the Congress (October 2 and October 5). Please stay tuned for further details.
Continuing Education Credits	This Congress offers 16 NCCAOM continuing education credits, as well as credits recognized by various states (including California).

Highlights

Academic Symposium: Renowned experts from China, the United States, and around the world will be invited to share the latest research advancements in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture, focusing on improving clinical efficacy.
Special Lectures: Covering cutting-edge topics in TCM and acupuncture, providing in-depth insights into future industry trends and developments.
30th Anniversary Celebration: Joint celebration of the 30th anniversary of New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
On-site Exhibition: Showcasing the latest medical technologies, equipment, and research achievements in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture.
Social Events: Including gala dinners and cultural performances, offering diverse opportunities for professional networking and exchange.

The Congress has arranged a special group rate at the following hotel

Item	Details
Hotel	New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott
Room Rate	USD 239 per night
Booking Deadline	Friday, September 11, 2026

Please book early to take advantage of the special group rate for the 12th American TCM Congress and avoid missing out on this discounted offer.

Book Marriott Group Rate

Registration Type	Non-Member	Member
Early-Bird Registration (From now until August 31, 2026, inclusive)	$450	$380
Regular Registration (Effective from September 1, 2026)	$500	$430
Student Registration	$200	$200

Registration Contact Email: ATCMAUSA@gmail.com

1. Cancellation of Registration

Cancellation Time	Refund Policy
30 days or more before the conference start date	Eligible for a refund
Within 30 days of the conference start date	Non-refundable

2. Refund Processing Fee

All refunds are subject to a USD 100 processing fee.
For international participants, please refer to the International Participants Guidelines for refund-related details.

Item	Details
Registration Requirement	Advance registration and payment are required
Invitation Letter Application	Applicants must provide information of two referees/sponsors and sign a non-overstay declaration form
Visa Refusal Refund Policy	A refund may be issued upon submission of valid visa refusal documentation, subject to a USD 100 processing fee
Cancellation After Visa Approval	No refunds will be issued for participants who cancel after visa approval

Invitation Letter Contact: Dr. Qiuxi Yuan
WeChat: qxy19870603
Email: nine999qiu@gmail.com

Item	Details
Submission Deadline	August 15, 2026
Submission Requirements	High-quality paper submissions related to improving clinical efficacy in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture
Submission Contact	Mr. Zhanxiang Wang
Contact Email	greatwallacupuncture@gmail.com

We warmly invite members and professionals in the field to actively participate in the submission process.

Tier	Quantity	Fee	Benefits
Diamond Title Sponsor	1	$30,000	Exclusive title sponsorship of the 12th American TCM Summit (New York); speaking opportunity at the opening ceremony; company logo featured in Acupuncture Today advertisement; 20-minute keynote presentation; diamond sponsor signage displayed on-site; two exhibition booths with priority selection; four complimentary full conference registrations
Gold Sponsor	3	$5,000	Title sponsorship of Saturday lunch with 20-minute presentation; gold sponsor signage displayed on-site; one exhibition booth (assigned after diamond sponsors, selection based on registration order); three complimentary full conference registrations
Silver Sponsor	6	$3,000	One exhibition booth; choice of one sponsorship option (lanyards & name badges with company logo, conference tote bags with company name and logo, or one coffee break sponsorship with company banner displayed); silver sponsor signage displayed on-site; booth assignment after gold sponsors, based on registration order; two complimentary full conference registrations
Bronze Sponsor	15	$2,000	One exhibition booth; bronze sponsor signage displayed on-site (company name); booth assignment after silver sponsors, based on registration order; one complimentary full conference registration

Exhibition Contact: Mr. Jian Shu
Email: jian_shu@hotmail.com

1. Honorary Chair

Haihe Tian

2. Conference Chair

Hui Wei

3. Vice Chair

David Dehui Wang

4. Academic Committee

Position	Members
Members	Haihe Tian, Hui Wei, David Dehui Wang, Yemeng Chen,Arthur Ying Fan, Deguang He, Changzhen Gong, Hui Ouyang
Director of Paper Collection	Zhanxiang Wang

5. Secretariat

Position	Name
Secretary-General	Ning Wang, Xiyuan Qiu, Marlena Lei Ma
Secretary	Pukai Jin
Director of Alumni Relations	Suhong Xiao
Director of Credits	Yarong Wang, Xiyuan Qiu
Credits Distribution	Ning Wang

6. Conference Affairs Office

Position	Name
Director of Registration, Reception, and Check-In	Ning Wang , Jessie Chen
Directors of Venue, Equipment, and Technical Support	Dehui Wang, Pukai Jin
Director of Conference Materials Management	Lei Ma
Directors of Translation	Bing You, Xiaotong Wang
Art Director for Gala Event	Ning Wang

7. Media and Publicity Department

Position	Name
Media Director	Hui Ouyang
Publicity Director	Sizhe Lin

8. Finance and Sponsorship Department

Position	Name
Finance Directors	Wenying Lin, Jihong Ding
Directors of Advertising and Corporate Partnerships	Jian Shu, Chengchao Yin

9. International Affairs Department

Position	Name
Director	Yuning Hu

Speakers

Keynote Address

Jeffrey D. White

M.D.

Speech Topic

"Research collaborations between biomedical oncology and traditional medical systems: An NCI Perspective"

Invited Speech

speakers

Invited

Dong Guirong—Essence of Dong Acupuncture Clinical Approach to Shoulder-Arm Pain - Six-Meridian Differentiation of Brachial Plexus Nerves

Ph.D., Professor, PhD Advisor

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Invited

Yong Ming Li—Strategies for Managing Common Skin Disorders in an Acupuncture Clinic

M.D., Ph.D.

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Invited

Lin Rongsheng—Acupuncture for Hay Fever and Acupoint Sensitization Effects

Chief Physician, PhD Advisor

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Invited

Xinru Qian—Upper Crossed Syndrome and Lower Crossed Syndrome — Acupuncture, Manual Therapy, and Motor Control Rehabilitation

M.D.

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Invited

Luquan Chen—Acupuncture Techniques of the Chengjiang School of Acupuncture-Moxibustion and Tongren-Characteristic Needling Methods for Otorhinolaryngological Diseases

Chief Physician, Associate Professor

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Invited

Shellie Goldstein—The Role of the Interstitium in Facial Structure, Function, and Aesthetic Outcomes

DACM

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Invited

Ren Xiaoyan—Layered Facial Anti-Aging Acupuncture Guided by the Five Zang Organs and Five Body Tissues Theory

Professor, PhD Advisor

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Topic Sharing

speakers

Topic

Bian Zhaoxiang—A TCM Holism-Based “Brain-Gut Co-regulation” Framework: Integrating Core Pathogenesis of DGBI and Clinical Exploration

Ph.D., Professor

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Topic

Chao-Tsung Chen—Clinical and Empirical Evidence of Kuan-Xin-Yin Decoction as an Adjunct Treatment for Cancer

Ph.D., Assistant Professor

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Topic

Yawen Yu—Integrating Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine into IVF Care: From Ovarian Stimulation to Embryo Transfer

Master's Degree, Dean

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Topic

Yuning Hu—Pi-Needle Fascial Decompression and Autonomic Reset for Anxiety and Insomnia

Ph.D.

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Topic

Zheng Chensi—Clinical Application and Standardized Operating Procedures of the Thirteen Acupuncture Points for Menstrual Regulation and Fertility Enhancement in Assisted Reproduction

Associate Chief Physician, Ph.D.

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Panel 1 · Roundtable Discussions10 月 3 日（周六）16:20 – 17:30

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守正出新

中医诊所的传承与现代化经营之道

Innovating while Preserving Tradition — The Future of Modern TCM Clinic Practice

有医术，更要有经营；有传承，更要有创新。

Discussion Topics

1
Patients & Survival
患者与生存
2
Brand & Growth
品牌与增长
3
Business & Model
经营与模式
4
Management & Team
管理与团队

Diverse Expert Perspectives

A
Experienced Clinic Owner
成熟诊所经营者
B
Next-Generation Entrepreneur
新一代创业者
C
Clinic Manager & Scaler
规模化诊所管理者
D
Brand & Growth Expert
品牌与增长专家
E
Billing & Financial Expert
Billing/财务专家

Panel 2 · Roundtable Discussions10 月 4 日（周日）15:30 – 16:30

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数智岐黄

AI 与中医针灸的未来——机遇、挑战与实践

AI & TCM Acupuncture: The Future — Opportunities, Challenges & Practical Applications

AI 正在快速走进医疗，也正在走近中医针灸——我们是旁观，还是主动参与并塑造它的未来？

Discussion Topics

1
AI in TCM Acupuncture Clinical Practice
AI 将如何改变中医针灸临床
2
AI in TCM Education & Research
AI 将如何改变中医教育与科研
3
Risks & Ethical Boundaries of AI
AI 应用有哪些风险和边界
4
Preparing for the Future in 3–5 Years
未来 3–5 年，行业如何应对

Diverse Expert Perspectives

1
AI & Medical AI Expert
AI / 医疗 AI 专家
2
TCM Clinical Expert
中医针灸临床专家
3
TCM Education & Research Expert
中医教育 / 科研专家
4
Medical Legal & Ethics Expert
医疗法律 / 伦理专家
5
Next-Generation Practitioner
年轻一代临床医生

⏱ Both roundtable sessions are included in the agenda below. See the Conference Agenda section for details.

Pre-Conference Course

Pre-Conference Course: Physical Examination and Modern Medical Diagnosis of Shoulder, Knee, and Lumbar Disorders

October 2, 2026

New York

# Pre-Conference Course: Physical Examination and Modern Medical Diagnosis of Shoulder, Knee, and Lumbar Disorders**Date**October 2, 2026 (Day Before the Congre…

Course Fee / 课程费用

$400Member / 会员|$450Non-Member / 非会员

Details / 详情 Register / 小班报名

Official Agenda Document

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Registration： Oct 2, 8:30–10:30 PM; Oct 3, 8:00–8:30 AM (EDT)

6:45–7:45

Morning Exercise

晨练

Speaker：Deguang He

8:30–9:30

Opening Ceremony

开幕式

Speaker：MC: Yu Zuo; Interpreter: Yuning Hu

Call to order & introduce agenda/guests; Remarks by Dr. Hui Wei (ATCMA), Dr. Hui Ouyang (TCMAAA), Dr. Yemeng Chen (NYCTCM), Ms. Mina Larson (NCBAHM); Recognition & group photo

9:30–10:30

Research Collaborations between Biomedical Oncology and Traditional Medical Systems: An NCI Perspective

生物医学肿瘤学与传统医学体系的研究合作：NCI 的观点

Speaker：Jeffrey D. White, MD

Chair：Hui Wei

10:30–11:00

Break and Visit Sponsor Exhibits

休息及参观展商产品

11:00–12:00

Clinical Essentials of Tung’s Acupuncture for Shoulder and Arm Pain — Six-Meridian Differentiation of Shoulder-Arm Nerve Disorders

东氏针灸治疗肩臂痛症临证思路精要——肩臂神经六经辨证

Speaker：Guirong Dong

Chair：Haihe Tian

12:00–1:00

Lunch (Provided by the Conference) and Sponsors Products Presentations

午餐（大会提供）及赞助商产品介绍

Gold Sponsors: 20 minutes each

1:00–2:00

Upper and Lower Crossed Syndromes — Reconstruction Through Acupuncture, Manual Therapy, and Motor Control

上交叉与下交叉综合征——针刺、手法与运动控制重建

Speaker：Xinru Qian

Chair：Hui Ouyang

2:00–3:00

Acupuncture Treatment of Pollinosis and the Acupoint Sensitization Effect

针灸治疗花粉症与穴位敏动效应

Speaker：Rongsheng Lin

Chair：David Wang

3:00–3:40

Break and Visit Sponsor Exhibits

休息及参观展商产品

3:40–4:00

TCM Diagnosis and Treatment of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: Clinical Practice and Applications

功能性胃肠病的中医诊疗与实践

Speaker：Zhaoxiang Bian

Chair：Scott Lin

4:00–4:20

Clinical Practice and Evidence of Kuan-Hsin-Yin as an Adjunctive Treatment for Cancer

中药宽心饮辅助治疗癌症之临床与实证

Speaker：Chao-Tsung Chen

Chair：Deguang He

4:20–5:30

Preserving Tradition and Embracing Innovation — Inheritance and Modern Management of TCM Clinics

守正创新——中医诊所的传承与现代化经营之道

6:00–7:30

Doctoral Commencement Ceremony of The American Academy of Health and Wellness

美国中医健康医学院博士班毕业典礼

6:00–8:00

Dinner (Self-arranged)

晚餐（自理）

8:30–11:00

Cultural Evening Performance

文艺晚会

Organizers

Hosts

全美中医药学会 / American TCM Association

美国中医校友联合会 / TCM AAA

Organizer

纽约中医学院 / New York College of Traditional Chinese Medicine

Co-organizers

纽约州执照针灸师联合公会 / United Association of NYS Licensed Acupuncturists

美国中医针灸传承学会 / American TCM Acupuncture Inheritance Association

美国中医药针灸学会 / American TCM Society

美国中医健康医学院 / The American Academy of Health and Wellness

Conference Overview

The 12th American TCM Congress

Conference Information

Highlights

Official Hotel Offering Special Group Rate

Registration Fee

Refund Policy

Information for International Participants

Call for Papers

Opportunities for Sponsorship and Exhibition

Organizing Committee

Speakers

Jeffrey D. White

Invited Speech

Topic Sharing

Roundtable Discussions

守正出新

Discussion Topics

Diverse Expert Perspectives

数智岐黄

Discussion Topics

Diverse Expert Perspectives

Pre-Conference Course

Pre-Conference Course: Physical Examination and Modern Medical Diagnosis of Shoulder, Knee, and Lumbar Disorders

Agenda

Official Agenda Document

Morning Exercise

Opening Ceremony

Research Collaborations between Biomedical Oncology and Traditional Medical Systems: An NCI Perspective

Break and Visit Sponsor Exhibits

Clinical Essentials of Tung’s Acupuncture for Shoulder and Arm Pain — Six-Meridian Differentiation of Shoulder-Arm Nerve Disorders

Lunch (Provided by the Conference) and Sponsors Products Presentations

Upper and Lower Crossed Syndromes — Reconstruction Through Acupuncture, Manual Therapy, and Motor Control

Acupuncture Treatment of Pollinosis and the Acupoint Sensitization Effect

Break and Visit Sponsor Exhibits

TCM Diagnosis and Treatment of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders: Clinical Practice and Applications

Clinical Practice and Evidence of Kuan-Hsin-Yin as an Adjunctive Treatment for Cancer

Preserving Tradition and Embracing Innovation — Inheritance and Modern Management of TCM Clinics

Doctoral Commencement Ceremony of The American Academy of Health and Wellness

Dinner (Self-arranged)

Cultural Evening Performance

Organizers

Hosts

Organizer

Co-organizers

Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Bronze Sponsors

Conference Info

Registration Fees

Registration Status

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