Credentials
PUBLICATIONS, PROFESSIONAL and RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
Speaker at The Integrative Fertility Symposium, 2023
I presented a talk to reproductive endocrinologists, OB/GYNs, licensed acupuncturists and students from all over the world on the Endocannabinoid System and Fertility, Pregnancy and the Postpartum period. This information is crucial for healthcare providers to understand and share with their patients.
Yo San University, Los Angeles-CA
Author, Your Fertility Program, 2014
Your Fertility Program speaks to men and women undertaking the journey of fertility enhancement. With a focus on obtaining maximum health, this holistic health book explains Eastern and Western options for boosting fertility, with a focus on empowering people to make their own practical fertility plan.
Endless Possibilities Acupuncture, Santa Cruz-CA
California Acupuncture State Board Approved Instructor, 2013-present
To obtain a license to practice acupuncture and Oriental medicine in California one must either complete a 4-year Masters program OR study intensively (3,200 hours over at least a 4-year time period) under a senior practitioner. In line with the ancient tradition of teaching through apprenticeship, Dr. Rozenn has been approved by the state board to teach licensed Acupuncturists, Masters, Doctoral and Tutorial students.
California Acupuncture Board, CA Department of Consumer Affairs
Author, To Phase or Not to Phase (Parts 1 and 2), 2013
Authored two published articles instructing acupuncturists on how to treat infertility (in conjunction with or as an alternative to Western treatment), irregular menses, endometriosis, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, autoimmune thyroiditis, recurrent miscarriage and other Women’s Health issues.
Published by Kan Herb Company, Santa Cruz-CA
American Board of TCM and Reproductive Medicine Board (ABORM) Approved Instructor, 2012
Instructor accredited by ABORM–able to teach certified classes that are both required both by licensed acupuncturists to sit for the ABORM exam, and for continuing education for current fellows of the board.
American Board of TCM and Reproductive Medicine
Professor in Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Programs, 2010-present
Integrative Reproductive Medicine classes which cover topics such as endometriosis, Polycystic Ovary Syndrome, unexplained infertility, male infertility, recurrent miscarriage, and current research on the integration of Oriental medicine with Western assisted reproductive techniques such as IVF, IUI, Clomid, etc. to improve pregnancy and live birth rates.
Yo San University, Los Angeles-CA/Five Branches University, San Jose-CA
Acupuncturist – Clinical Trial, 2009-2010
Original research study examining the effects of acupuncture on women with unexplained infertility, who are undergoing clomiphene with intrauterine-insemination (IUI).
Fertility Physicians of Northern California, San Jose-CA
Acupuncturist – Clinical Trial, 2008-2010
Duplication of a well known study published in 2002 in the Journal of Fertility and Sterility showing that acupuncture pre and post in vitro fertilization can double conception rates.
Fertility Physicians of Northern California, San Jose-CA
Professor in Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine Program, 2004-present
Didactic classes in hepatitis C treatment. Clinical classes in hepatitis C treatment and primary care medicine. Externships are taught at Endless Possibilities Acupuncture where theory and practice meet, as students learns how to function in a clinical setting.
Five Branches University, Santa Cruz-CA
Hepatitis C Treatment Clinic Director, 2004-2008
Developed a program specifically for treating patients with hepatitis C in a teaching environment. Geared towards low-income patients.
Five Branches University, Santa Cruz-CA
Acupuncturist, 2002-2003
California State Licensed Acupuncturist at a high volume Chinese medicine clinic specializing in chronic viral illness, fertility, women’s health and pain management.
Chicken Soup Chinese Medicine, San Francisco-CA
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (Licensed Acupuncturist), 2001-present
Integrative medicine practice specializing in Women’s Health, Reproductive Medicine and Pain Management.
Endless Possibilities Acupuncture, Santa Cruz-CA
Acupuncturist, 2001-2003
California State Licensed Acupuncturist in a busy Chinese medicine clinic that primarily serves low-income and homeless patients. Authored a pilot study on pediatric acupuncture and asthma.
Quan Yin Healing Arts Center, San Francisco-CA
LICENSES and CERTIFICATIONS
Certificate Program in Kiiko Matsumoto Japanese Acupuncture, 2023
I began my studies with Kiiko Matusumoto, learning her lineage of Japanese acupuncture as passed on to her from her teacher, Master Nagano in 1998. A devoted student of Classical Chinese medicine and Japanese acupuncture, I have dedicated hundreds of hours over the last 25 years to learning this specific acupuncture style because of its ability to alter the endocrine and nervous system, increase fertility and provide pain relief for numerous ailments.
Turning Point Center, Eugene-OR.
Certificate of Appreciation for Preceptorship of Doctoral Candidates, 2019
I have been mentoring students for years, however, now I teach Structural Acupuncture, the method I have developed for over 10 years to treat both acute and chronic pain through improving posture and structural alignment. I am happy to share this method with eager students.
Department of Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine, Bastyr University, Kenmore-WA.
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 2009
The Highest level of Chinese medicine education (akin to a Ph.D.) available in the United States.
Five Branches University, Santa Cruz-CA
Fellow of the Acupuncture Board of TCM Reproductive Medicine (FABORM), 2009
The first female DAOM to become a Board Certified Fertility Acupuncturist.
American Board of TCM and Reproductive Medicine
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Research Certification, 2007
Completed the Human Participants Protection Education for Research Teams.
National Cancer Institute Division of NIH
Aikido-Second Degree Black Belt, 2005
Aikido of Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz-CA
Certified in Hepatitis C Integrative Medicine Treatment, 2001
Quan Yin Healing Arts Center
Licensed Acupuncturist (LAC), 2001
California State Licensed Acupuncturist # 7929
California Acupuncture Board, CA Department of Consumer Affairs
Nationally recognized certification, required for licensure in most states.
Certified in Clean Needle Technique, 1998/2020
Council of Colleges for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
EDUCATION
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM), 2009
Specializations in Women’s Health and Pain Management
Doctoral thesis focusing on improving the efficacy of IUI with acupuncture.
Five Branches University, Santa Cruz-CA
Advanced Study Program in Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2008
Specializing in Gynecology and Fertility.
Zhejiang Chinese Medical University (China)
Preceptorships, 2007-2010
Comprehensive preceptorships in Western Reproductive Medicine.
Fertility Physicians of Northern California and Reproductive Medical and Fertility Center.
Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, 2001
Five Branches University, Santa Cruz-CA
Apprenticeships, 1998-2001
Holly Guzman, Misha Cohen, Martha Benedict
Thousands of hours of intensive apprenticeships focusing on Pain Management, Women’s Health, Hepatitis C and Herbal Medicine manufacturing. Done concurrently, yet separately from Dr. Rozenn’s Master’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, 1996
Certificate in Women’s Studies
California State University at Humboldt
AFFILIATED ASSOCIATIONS
American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine Fellow, 2009-present
Norcal Professional Fertility Group, 2009-present
Coalition for Improving Maternity Services, 2009-present
Santa Cruz Birth Network Member, 2008-present
Advisory Board Member, 2005-present
Help and Education for Liver Patients (HELP!)
California State Oriental Medical Association Member, 1999-2001