A new meta-analysis published in the Journal of Pain has found that acupuncture is effective for the treatment of chronic pain, which may have implications for the way family physicians treat patients with this condition.

Read article here: www.aafp.org

Attendees at the WEAMA Spring Meeting on Sunday May 20, at Bastyr University received a wealth of information, from insurance to herbal resources; the UW library, new research and with every engaged person we strengthen and advance East Asian Medicine in Washington State. The practice of acupuncture is becoming more accepted, and with this comes challenges as well. Your WEAMA leadership with the help of lobbyist Leslie Emerick is at the forefront in navigating this progress. Our closing session was a lively and at times emotional open discussion and listening exercise, describing the state of acupuncture in Washington State and important decisions facing our leadership in representing the profession. Consensus is to continue to engage the PT’s in conversation so that WEAMA stays at the table and doesn’t miss an opportunity to educate and define acupuncture when policy and rule-making opportunities arise, “If you are not at the table, you might be on the menu”. We will continue to keep members informed through our blog postings, new monthly public policy phone calls, and of course at the Fall WEAMA membership meeting.

If you are not yet engaged, we invite you to become part of WEAMAs efforts to protect and advance our profession! Preserving our profession is WEAMA's mission statement and passion. Please email info@weama.info if you want to be involved, even in the littlest capacity. “Many hands make light work.”

Thank you the more than 80 EAMP’s students and exhibitors for participating in the WEAMA Spring membership meeting. We will offer a Fall Membership Meeting in October. Look for more information soon.

View WEAMA Legislative Presentation

About WEAMA
The Washington East Asian Medicine Association first began as the Acupuncture Association of Washington over 33 years ago. The organization helped to provide a unified legislative voice for our profession. In fact, our founders were integral in helping establish the legal practice of East Asian Medicine in Washington state. Our all-volunteer Board of Directors currently consists of 7 democratically elected professionals in the field.

Join more than 65 already registered fellow EAMPs in participating in the WEAMA Spring Membership Meeting. Its not to late! Register now!
May 20th, 2018, at Bastyr University, 14500 Juanita Drive, Kenmore WA 98028-4966. Hope to see you there!
Meet the WEAMA leadership who are providing information and resources for the nearly 1,500 licensed acupuncture practitioners in Washington state. We invite you to participate to learn what's trending in acupuncture locally and nationally and discover opportunities to engage with the association. Joining a committee is the fastest way to realize return on investment for membership dues! Expanding your network of contacts within the practice is the number one strategy for advancing your career. And, this is the place to reconnect with friends and colleagues! Hope to see you there!
Register here
Registration Includes: CEUs, Organic Lunch Buffet, Free Parking, Vendor Tables!

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About WEAMA
The Washington East Asian Medicine Association first began as the Acupuncture Association of Washington over 25 years ago. The organization helped to provide a unified legislative voice for our profession. In fact, our founders were integral in helping establish the legal practice of East Asian Medicine in Washington state. Our all-volunteer Board of Directors currently consists of 7 democratically elected professionals in the field.

Join more than 50 already registered fellow EAMPs in participating in the Spring WEAMA Membership Meeting. We have in-person and new this year the option to join us by live remote feed, available for the same low registration rate of just $50. Early Bird special pricing ends today. Save $40!

You will learn important policy and legislation impacting acupuncture locally and nationally from experts and WEAMA leaders, and opportunities to connect with other EAMPS and engage with the association. Join us on May 20th, 2018, at Bastyr University, 14500 Juanita Drive, Kenmore WA 98028-4966. Hope to see you there!
Register here

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
CEUs (pending)
ORGANIC LUNCH BUFFET
FREE PARKING
VENDOR TABLES

May Membership Meeting Schedule

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Contact: Shelley Dahle at info@weama.info with questions or inquiries for sponsorship or vendor opportunities. Sponsorships range from $250 - $775



About WEAMA
The Washington East Asian Medicine Association first began as the Acupuncture Association of Washington over 25 years ago. The organization helped to provide a unified legislative voice for our profession. In fact, our founders were integral in helping establish the legal practice of East Asian Medicine in Washington state. Our all-volunteer Board of Directors currently consists of 7 democratically elected professionals in the field.

New to the program! Classical Herbal Formulas and How to Apply Them to Digestive Disorders, Daniel Altschuler, L.Ac., Ph.D. will be a featured speaker presenting an overview of some of his favorite digestive disorder formulas and how best to learn and apply classic formulas. He will offer a practical clinical perspective to help orient and focus our clinical thinking around the prescription of Chinese herbal medicines. Daniel began studying the art of Chinese Medicine in 1992 in Taiwan under the master physician, Dr. Lee Chen-Yr. while researching classic medical texts in their original Chinese language.

Three great reasons to attend: 1) Meet the WEAMA rockstars representing the nearly 1,500 licensed acupuncture practitioners in Washington state. 2) Learn what’s trending in acupuncture locally and nationally and, 3) Discover opportunities to engage with the association.

“I think it is essential to attend Membership Meetings. It keeps you up to date on what is happening in our profession. It introduces you to other members of our profession, so we may collaborate.” Barbara Paul-Mayer, WEAMA member.

Joining a committee is the fastest way to realize return on investment for membership dues!  Expanding your network of contacts within the practice is the number one strategy for advancing your career.  And, this is the place to reconnect with friends and colleagues! 
Registration Includes: CEUs, Organic Lunch Buffet, Free Parking, Vendor Tables! 
Early bird registration is now open for WEAMA members. Regular member rate is $90: Save $40 until May 1st! 
REGISTER today! 

WEAMA SPRING 2018 MEMBERSHIP MEETING
May 20, 2018
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bastyr University, 14500 Juanita Drive, Kenmore WA 98028-4966

Legislative Overview
The legislative session was officially over on March 8, 2018, but the Governor continued to sign bills for weeks after the session was over. For the first time in five years there was not a Special Session to finalize a budget. We are still waiting to see if the WA Supreme Court will accept the latest funding for the McCleary Decision that requires fully funding education under the state constitution. I believe it is likely they will approve of the legislatures last budget since they added nearly a billion dollars into the budget for education. Luckily the state’s revenues came in with an additional $1.4 billion to help finish the job this year!

4.17WEAMA April 2018 Legislative Report.pdf

Join us at our May Membership Meeting where Leslie Emerick, WEAMA Lobbyist, will share 2018 legislative post session results that impact EAMP practitioners. She will share forecasts for the future and strategies for navigating the 2019 legislation.

We need your voice and your stories to effectively influence policy that affects EAMP practitioners. Learn how you may get involved and make a difference.

Register for just $50 (save $40) with our deeply discounted Early Bird member incentives through May 1st!
Plan to participate with your Washington East Asian Medicine Community at our Spring Membership Meeting, 9 am – 3 pm, Sunday May 20, 2018, Bastyr University, 14500 Juanita Drive, Kenmore WA 98028-4966. More details.

Contact: Shelley Dahle at info@weama.info with questions or inquiries for sponsorship or vendor opportunities, ranging from $100 - $775.


About WEAMA
The Washington East Asian Medicine Association first began as the Acupuncture Association of Washington over 25 years ago. The organization helped to provide a unified legislative voice for our profession. In fact, our founders were integral in helping establish the legal practice of East Asian Medicine in Washington state. Our all-volunteer Board of Directors currently consists of 7 democratically elected professionals in the field.

Spring edition now available to members on our website!
https://weama.info/memberbenefits/meridiansjournal
Meridians: The Journal of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine is the official journal of the American Society for Acupuncturists (ASA). 

Three great reasons to attend: 1) Meet the WEAMA rockstars representing the nearly 1,500 licensed acupuncture practitioners in Washington state. 2) Learn what’s trending in acupuncture locally and nationally and, 3) Discover opportunities to engage with the association.

“Organizing for collective action is the best way to achieve institutional change, and we should all support WEAMA as the best way to do that for our profession in our state”. Active WEAMA Member

Joining a committee is the fastest way to realize return on investment for membership dues!  Expanding your network of contacts within the practice is the number one strategy for advancing your career.  And, this is the place to reconnect with friends and colleagues! 
Registration Includes: CEUs, Organic Lunch Buffet, Free Parking, Vendor Tables! 
Early bird registration is now open for WEAMA members. Regular member rate is $90: Save $40 until May 1st! 
REGISTER today! 

WEAMA SPRING 2018 MEMBERSHIP MEETING
May 20, 2018
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bastyr University, 14500 Juanita Drive, Kenmore WA 98028-4966

WEAMA worked hard this session with other rehabilitative therapies to reduce the prior authorization requirements by insurers. Governor Inslee signed ESSB 6157 Prior Authorization on March 22, 2018. The bill goes into effect on June 6, 2018. Health carriers will be prohibited from requiring prior authorization for: initial evaluation and management visits; and up to six consecutive treatment visits in a new episode of care of chiropractic, physical therapy, occupational therapy, east Asian medicine, massage therapy, and speech and hearing therapies that meet the standards of medical necessity.
Bill information website: Prior Authorization ESSB 6157