Dr. Bruce Woong Park is a distinguished expert in East Asian medicine and Buddhist practice, integrating decades of spiritual discipline and medical expertise. His academic journey began at Dongguk University in Seoul, where he studied Buddhist philosophy while dedicating over 20 years to the Buddhist monkhood. Expanding his focus to medicine, he earned a master’s degree from Tri-State College of Acupuncture and a doctorate in acupuncture and Chinese medicine from Pacific College of Health and Science.
A pioneer in bringing East Asian medicine to the West, Dr. Park has authored influential works, including Mindful Acupuncture Practice, A Clinical Manual of Herbal Medicine, and Classical Asian Herbal Therapy, which continue to shape the field. With over two decades of teaching experience, he has shared his knowledge at Lotus Dharma Society, South Baylo University, Virginia University of Integrative Medicine, and Eastern School of Acupuncture & Traditional Medicine, bridging healing wisdom with modern healthcare.
Currently, Dr. Park serves as Academic Dean of the Graduate School of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine at New York College of Health Professions. He also leads Acupuncture Park Center in NYC, where he provides integrative treatments that blend acupuncture, herbal medicine, and mindfulness-based healing.
