When Artemis Wellness Clinic in Richmond BC set out to add osteopathy to its services, the challenge was not deciding that osteopathy was valuable — it was finding the right practitioner. The clinic was looking for a practitioner who combines osteopathy with regulated acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine credentials.
Ethan Choi is that practitioner. Ethan brings a broad combination of qualifications and a treatment philosophy that fits the clinic’s whole-body, multidisciplinary model precisely.
Ethan Choi’s Title and Credentials
Ethan Choi, R.Ac, R.TCMP, DOMP, DO(Spain)
Ethan is a Registered Acupuncturist and TCM Practitioner, and an Osteopathic Manual Practitioner, with a focus on acupuncture, osteopathic manual therapy, and sports rehabilitation — combining clinical practice, research, and education in patient-centered care.
His credentials break down as:
- R.Ac — Registered Acupuncturist. A regulated health profession in British Columbia, overseen by the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC).
- R.TCMP — Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner. Also a regulated profession in BC — this qualifies Ethan in both acupuncture and the broader TCM scope, including the diagnostic framework of Chinese medicine (中醫).
- DOMP — Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice. Ethan’s qualification in osteopathic manual therapy.
- DO(Spain) — a Doctor of Osteopathy qualification earned in Spain. This is a European osteopathic qualification, not a medical degree, and it does not make him a physician in Canada. Osteopathy is a well-established discipline across Europe, and Ethan’s training reflects that European osteopathic tradition.
What This Combination Means for Patients
It is worth being specific about what Ethan’s qualifications include.
Ethan bridges three disciplines: regulated acupuncture, regulated Traditional Chinese Medicine, and osteopathic manual therapy. He also holds a European DO qualification and has a focus on sports rehabilitation.
For patients, this matters in a practical way. A practitioner trained across acupuncture, TCM, and osteopathy does not see your body through only one lens. He can assess a persistent problem from multiple frameworks at once and choose the approach — or combination of approaches — that genuinely fits your case.
Ethan’s Clinical Approach
Ethan’s work is unified by a single idea that runs through both osteopathy and Traditional Chinese Medicine: the body functions as one connected system, and treatment aims to address the root cause rather than only chasing symptoms.
In practice, that means an Ethan Choi treatment begins with a genuine assessment — how you move, how you hold yourself, where mobility has been lost, and what in your history and lifestyle is driving the pattern. From there he draws on whichever tools fit: osteopathic manual techniques, acupuncture, and sports-rehabilitation principles.
His emphasis on clinical practice, research, and education means treatment is reasoned, not formulaic. Patients are treated as individuals, and the “why” behind each technique is explained.
What Ethan Treats
Ethan sees patients for conditions where osteopathy and acupuncture may help:
- Chronic back, neck, and shoulder pain
- Headaches, migraines, and jaw/TMJ tension
- Posture-related strain from desk work and screens
- Sports injuries and athletic rehabilitation
- Stress, fatigue, and a nervous system that will not settle
- Repetitive strain and lingering old injuries
To understand the treatments themselves, see What Is Osteopathy? A Complete Guide and Osteopathy for Back Pain, Neck Pain, Headaches & TMJ.
Languages: English and Korean
Ethan practises fluently in English and Korean. Richmond and the wider Lower Mainland have a substantial Korean-speaking community. For Korean-speaking patients, being able to discuss symptoms, history, and treatment in their first language removes a real barrier to good care.
This fits the Artemis approach. The clinic already serves patients in English, Mandarin, and Cantonese, and our website also offers patient information in Punjabi. Ethan adds Korean to that range.
Part of a Multidisciplinary Team
Ethan joins a clinic built around coordinated, whole-person care. Artemis brings together registered massage therapy, acupuncture and TCM, physiotherapy, chiropractic, and kinesiology under one roof — and with Ethan, osteopathy.
He works alongside founder and acupuncturist Mandy Tam, R.Ac and RMT Director Dave Tam, within a team that shares patient charts and coordinates treatment plans. For a patient, that means Ethan’s osteopathic assessment can connect directly with massage therapy, physiotherapy, or acupuncture care — without starting over at a separate clinic. Read more about the clinic in our complete clinic guide.
Booking with Ethan Choi
Ethan Choi has practised at Artemis Wellness Clinic since June 2026. Osteopathy and acupuncture appointments with Ethan can be booked at artemis.janeapp.com or by calling 604-242-2233.
The clinic is at 5911 No. 3 Rd #130, Richmond, BC V6X 0K9 — three minutes’ walk from Brighouse SkyTrain, directly across from Pricesmart Ackroyd.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does R.Ac, R.TCMP, DOMP, DO(Spain) mean? R.Ac is Registered Acupuncturist and R.TCMP is Registered TCM Practitioner — both regulated health professions in BC. DOMP is a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice, and DO(Spain) is a Doctor of Osteopathy qualification earned in Spain. This is a European osteopathic qualification, not a medical degree, and it does not make him a physician in Canada. Together they reflect training across acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and osteopathy.
Does Ethan Choi speak Korean? Yes. Ethan practises fluently in English and Korean, offering Korean-speaking patients osteopathy and acupuncture care in their first language.
What is Ethan Choi’s main focus? Acupuncture, osteopathic manual therapy, and sports rehabilitation — within a whole-body, root-cause treatment philosophy.
Is Ethan Choi a regulated health professional? Yes. Ethan is licensed with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC) as a Registered Acupuncturist and TCM Practitioner, and he holds a Diploma in Osteopathic Manual Practice (DOMP).
When can I book with Ethan? Ethan has practised at Artemis since June 2026. Appointments can be booked at artemis.janeapp.com or by calling 604-242-2233.
Do I need a referral to see Ethan Choi? No referral is required to book. Some extended-health plans may require one for reimbursement of osteopathy or acupuncture — check your specific plan.
Meet Ethan at Artemis Wellness Clinic
With Ethan Choi on the team, Artemis Wellness Clinic brings osteopathic care — combined with regulated acupuncture and TCM — to 5911 No. 3 Rd #130, Richmond BC, three minutes from Brighouse SkyTrain. Book at artemis.janeapp.com or call 604-242-2233.
To learn more, see Osteopathy in Richmond BC: Finding a Qualified Practitioner.
Ethan Choi has practised at Artemis Wellness Clinic since June 2026. This profile is published with his authorization. Credentials and qualifications are as provided by the practitioner. Ethan is licensed with CCHPBC as a Registered Acupuncturist and TCM Practitioner.
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