Medical Expertise.
Justin obtained his California acupuncture license in July 2020. In addition to his clinical work, he has played important roles in the TCM community. He serves as the Academic Minister of the American Society of Chinese Medicine and has taught many courses at California University–Silicon Valley and the Academy of Chinese Culture and Health Sciences between 2021 and 2025, contributing to the training and mentoring of the next generation of acupuncturists.
In 2022, Justin founded Reborn Acupuncture, a clinic dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-informed integrative care. His practice combines acupuncture, manual therapy, herbal medicine, and lifestyle guidance with the scientific perspectives he developed through years of medical and research experience. He focuses on improving circulation, reducing chronic pain, restoring functional movement, and supporting whole-body wellness.
Since 2024, Justin has been participating in an intensive traditional apprenticeship program, studying one-on-one under a senior acupuncture mentor. Through this master-apprentice training, he continues to refine his needle techniques, deepen his understanding of classical theories, and strengthen his clinical decision-making skills. This immersive apprenticeship allows him to continually elevate his practice and integrate advanced traditional methods into his patient care.
Justin brings a unique blend of Western clinical training, Eastern medical philosophy, and academic research expertise to every patient he treats. His holistic, methodical, and compassionate approach ensures that each patient receives personalized care that addresses both symptoms and underlying imbalances, promoting long-term healing and improved quality of life.
Jiangtao Liu L. Ac
Justin Jiangtao Liu is a licensed practitioner of Traditional Chinese Medicine with a distinguished background that spans integrative medicine, clinical surgery, academic research, and acupuncture education. He graduated from the Beijing University of Chinese Medicine in 2000 and earned his Master’s degree in Integrative Medicine, receiving advanced training that bridges classical Chinese medicine with modern biomedical science.
Justin began his medical career at the China-Japan Friendship Hospital in Beijing, a nationally renowned medical center, where he practiced for 14 years. His extensive clinical rotations included 14 months in Neurology, 3 years in Surgical Oncology, and 10 years in the Vascular Surgery Department. He developed strong expertise in vascular surgery and microsurgical procedures, recognized for his precision, diagnostic acuity, and commitment to high-quality patient care.
From June 2014 to June 2019, Justin further expanded his medical expertise as a Postdoctoral Fellow at the Cardiovascular Research Institute at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). His research focused on the vascular damage caused by tobacco exposure, including endothelial dysfunction, inflammatory pathways, and mechanisms of vascular remodeling. This work deepened his understanding of chronic disease and circulatory disorders, enriching his approach to integrative clinical practice.
