Dr Chris from FIMIA flies solo on this unique episode of FIMIA Cast as he talks openly about his acupuncture origin story and plans for the future. He describes how acupuncture "found him" and helped to bring him back from what seemed to be the end. He also describes his mission to make sure acupuncture is seen and its presence known by the wider medical community and the world.He also offers a direct and honest summary of the purpose of FIMIA and the changes he feels ought to be implemented if acupuncture is to succeed on medicine's main stage as an active constituent of the health care system of tomorrow.With edgy concepts that challenge the acupuncture status quo, this episode is not to be missed.

Topics of conversation- Dr Chris's story how he went from Los Angeles musician to acupuncturist- A chance meeting with a mentor practitioner and teacher helped to guide him on the path- Proposal for a new style of acupuncture- Dr Chris's forecast for acupuncture in the near future- Pros and cons of the traditional approach- How acupuncture can be explained by anatomy and physiology- New FIMIA projects in the midst of development