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Mario A. Mancini, O.M.D.
Licensed Acupuncturist
Qualified Medical Evaluator
Board Certified Nutrition Specialist

Driven by his passion for mind/body peak performance, Dr. Mancini strives to achieve excellence for his patients. As a doctor of Oriental medicine, he assists his patients with a variety of health issues including acute and chronic pain, healthy weight loss, and the impact of all forms of stress and strain on the body.

Dr. Mancini has competed at national and international levels in full contact Kung fu style fighting which required him to be in peak physical, mental and emotional shape. His knowledge of mind/body peak performance comes from his personal training program that has earned him national and international gold medals. He holds a 3rd degree black belt in the Taoist internal martial arts of Hsing I, Pa Kua and Tai Chi, and a 2nd degree black belt in Shaolin Kung fu. He also has trained extensively in Muay Thai boxing and western boxing.

He received his Doctorate in Oriental Medicine (O.M.D.) from South Baylo University. As a graduate of the first professional California approved Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Dr. Mancini practices with the highest standards of Oriental medicine making a complete integration into the present health care system. Using evidence-based treatment guidelines in standard scientific and medical terminology, he is able to communicate and integrate with the medical community. As a primary care physician, Dr. Mancini is trained to determine when referrals are necessary.

The inclusion of the O.M.D. in the medical system will support the shift of patient care from a linear ‘traditional approach’ to an integrative, multi-modality, evidence-based approach. Dr. Mancini has equivalent proficiencies in practicing medicine at the highest standard alongside mainstream medicine, and he is able to explain to the medical community all physiological concepts of Oriental medicine including how needling therapy works.

He trains his body and mind daily not only to strengthen himself, but to help arm his patients with knowledge and power to improve their lives and the lives of their family and friends. Dr. Mancini is truly passionate about Oriental medicine, nutrition, athletic and psychological performance. He offers something that is unparalleled. His primary goal is not to treat sickness or disease but rather improve the quality of health and life of his patients. His focus as a primary health care provider is to emphasize education in the areas of psychology, exercise, diet and lifestyle. With this intention, his patients become empowered in their own health and well being. In addition, he works closely with other medical practitioners to create a more integrated approach for each patient.

Curriculum Vitae

 

NOMAA 501(c) 3 / Community Education

The National Oriental Medicine Accreditation Agency (NOMAA) is the only accrediting agency in the United States advocating the first professional doctor of oriental medicine as a standard for acupuncture and Oriental medical training. NOMAA, a nonrofit 501(c) 3 educational corporation was established in 2000 for the sole purpose of improving Oriental medical education. NOMAA standards are intended to improve the quality of education, which in turn will lead to an increased quality of patient care.

As a member and officer of NOMAA Dr. Mancini volunteers his time to educate the San Diego community about health and wellness. He has committed himself to doing at least 40 free workshops a year on topics of natural health. For a list of upcoming events or to find out how you can have an event at your workplace, organization meeting or even at your home, please see our events page.

All seminars and workshops emphasize preventative care as the key to good health. Workshops and seminars vary in length from one to two hours. Audience participation is strongly recommended when possible and those who attend always leave with practical information they can put to use to improve their lives.

The most significant way to reduce healthcare costs is to educate the public on ways to maintain their health and prevent disease. It is with this purpose in mind that we are pleased to offer this service at no charge.

Wellness Center Staff

Kelly Isbell, Office Manager / Wellness Associate

Uzi Chen, Licensed Acupuncturist

Sandra Bobadilla-Hernandez, Wellness Associate

Our wellness center associates are always here to help. Our patients are the number one priority, so please let us know if there is anything we can do to improve your visits.

 

Curriculum Vitae for Dr. Mario A. Mancini


SELECTED OCCUPATIONAL HISTORY

Clinic Director, Acupuncturist, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Clinic Director, Acupuncturist, Mancini Acupuncture, West Paterson, NJ, 1999-2000

Clinic Director, Acupuncturist, Mancini Acupuncture, San Diego, CA, 1996-1999


EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

Doctor of Oriental Medicine, California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education, Anaheim, CA, 2006-present

Doctorate of Oriental Medicine, South Baylo University, Anaheim, CA, 2006

Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of California, License #AC5467, 1996-present

Master of Traditional Oriental Medicine, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, San Diego, CA, 1996

Licensed Acupuncturist in the State of New Jersey, License # NCCAOM#7377, 1999-2000

Bachelor of Science in Psychology, San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, 1998


SELECTED POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND DIPLOMATES

Diplomate in Oriental Medicine, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 2010

Case Presentations, Evaluation, Treatment and Outcomes, Concepts of minimally invasive spine surgery vs. open surgery, identification of surgical interventions for orthopedic spine problems, identification of cost saving benefits of early return to work, case reviews in an interdisciplinary setting, identification of work claimants who would benefit from prospective and retrospective case reviews. Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Understanding the Mechanisms of Acupuncture to Enhance Clinical Outcomes, Physiological basis of needling therapy. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2010

Acupuncture from the Neijing for Fantastic Clinic Results, Translations of Chinese principles into biomedical understanding. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2010

Outpatient Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, The surgical intervention and post op needs of the patient. Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010
Advantage of Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery in Return to Work & Sports, minimally invasive spine surgery compared to traditional surgical procedures. Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Regenerative Joint Injections, Physiological understanding, advantages and procedure of therapy. Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery and Cutting Edge Technology, Advantages in relation to recovery phase. Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Advantages of Referring Work Comp Claimants to an Interdisciplinary Spine Institute, Multidisciplinary approach in providing patient centered care. Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Neurological Testing and Sexual Dysfunction, Statistics and understanding diagnostic testing in the treatment of sexual dysfunction. Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Chronic Stress, Depression and Fatigue, Utilization of herbal medicine and needling therapy and diagnostic procedures in the treatment of chronic stress, depression and fatigue. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine. San Diego, CA, 2010

Biomedical Acupuncture for Pain Management- Dry Needling Techniques, Physiological basis of needling therapy, techniques, trauma condition treatment strategies. Biomedical Acupuncture Institute, Boulder, CO, 2009

Acupuncture Orthopedics, Physical examination, assessment, orthopedic provocative maneuvers in the diagnosis of orthopedic conditions, conditions treated with acupuncture. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2009

Herb-Drug Interactions & Herbal Alternatives to Drugs, Common interactions of drugs and herbs, case studies and red flags. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2009

Personal Injury Practice for Acupuncturists, Acupuncture therapy in the personal injury system and how it is best utilized for the best patient outcome. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2008

Essentials of Treating Workers Compensation Patients, Acupuncture therapy in the work comp system and how it is best utilized for the best patient outcome. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2008

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Understanding neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia, reflex sympathetic dystrophy, needling strategies and multidisciplinary approach. Ted Priebe, OMD, Torrance, CA, 2008

Zhu’s Scalp Acupuncture, Utilizing needling therapy for neurological conditions. Lotus Institute of Integrative Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, 2007

Advanced Principles of Functional Endocrinology, Complex endocrine interactions in the larger context of patient complaints. Research of nutritional cofactors in the treatment of these functional imbalances. University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, San Diego, CA, 2006

Board Certified, Qualified Medical Evaluator, Division of Workers Compensation for the State of California, 2006

AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment 5th Edition, Understanding the components of writing a permanent and stationary report based on the AMA Guides 5th edition. Livingston-Lopez Consulting. San Diego, CA, 2005

Acupuncture Orthopedics, Physical examination and therapeutic intervention using needling therapy and exercise rehabilitation. South Baylo University, Anaheim, CA, 2005

Functional Endocrinology, Endocrine processes, up to date research on nutrition and herbal medicine for chronic hormone problems. University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Albuquerque, NM, 2005

Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis, Blood chemistry markers, functional patterns and up to date research of nutritional cofactors used in treating conditions. University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, San Diego, CA, 2005

Classical Internal Medicine from the Huang Di Nei Jing, Principles and practices of the Yellow Emperor’s Classic and how it translates into today’s medicine. South Baylo University, Anaheim, CA, 2005

Evidence Based Oriental Medicine Treatment Guidelines, The national recognized acupuncture guidelines 2004 within the multidisciplinary model. Kendall Institute, Anaheim, CA, 2005

Board Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certification Board for Nutritional Specialists, American College of Nutrition, Long Beach, CA, 2004

Human Nutrition Review Course, Biochemical processes of nutritional therapy. The American College of Nutrition Continuing Nutrition Education Program, Long Beach, CA, 2004

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 9, Utilizing an assessment and needling therapy along with functional restoration exercises. Kendall Institute, San Jose, CA, 2004

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 8, Physiological components of needling therapy, tissue reaction, blood coagulation and immune compliment mechanisms and how it relates to Chinese medicine orthopedics. Kendall Institute, San Jose, CA, 2004

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 7, Assessment and treatment of head, neck and scapula. Kendall Institute, San Jose, CA, 2004

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 6, Assessment and treatment of shoulder and upper extremities. Kendall Institute, San Jose, CA, 2004

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 5, Assessment and treatment of lower extremities. Lerner Education, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2004

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 4, Assessment and treatment of systemic disorders. Lerner Education, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2004

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 3, Disability Evaluation and Narrative Report Writing, Breakdown and understanding of the elements of an admissible report for California’s workers compensation system. Lerner Education, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2003

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 2, How acupuncturists need to perform disability evaluation and narrative report writing. Lerner Education, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2003

Acupuncture Orthopedics Module 1, Acupuncture therapy in workers compensation, including modalities accepted, ICD-9, and challenges in authorization for care. Lerner Education, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, 2003

Cardiovascular, Nutritional cofactors and herbs for cardiovascular conditions. International Foundation for Nutrition & Health, Sherman Oaks, CA, 1999

Blood Sugar, Nutritional cofactors and herbs for blood sugar conditions. International Foundation for Nutrition & Health, Sherman Oaks, CA, 1999

Musculo-Skeletal, Nutritional cofactors and herbs for musculoskeletal conditions. International Foundation for Nutrition & Health, Sherman Oaks, CA, 1999

Immune/Allergy, Nutritional cofactors and herbs for cardiovascular conditions. International Foundation for Nutrition & Health, Sherman Oaks, CA, 1999

Endocrine and Female Hormone Dysfunction, Nutritional cofactors and herbs for cardiovascular conditions. International Foundation for Nutrition & Health, Sherman Oaks, CA,1999

Diplomate in Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 1996

Diplomate in Chinese Herbology, National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 1996


SELECTED MEMBERSHIPS

National Guild of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Member, 2007-present

American College of Nutrition, Member, 2004-present

National Oriental Medicine Accreditation Agency, Member, 2004-present


SELECTED PUBLICATIONS

Mancini, M. (2005, Fall). An Integrative Approach for Pain and Stress Relief. San Diego Chamber of Commerce Newsletter, 14, 7-9.

Mancini, M. (2004, Winter). A Natural Way to Treat Pain and Stress. Workers’ Comp Magazine, 1, 14-15, 23-25.


SELECTED TEACHING

Instructor, Biomedical Acupuncture: An Option/Compliment to Pain Medication, Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Instructor, Physiological Basis of Acupuncture Within the Multidisciplinary Model for Pain and Rehabilitation, Rehabilitation Nurse Coordinators' Network, San Diego, CA, 2010

Instructor, The Healthy Back, Alvarado Hospital, San Diego, CA, 2010

Instructor, Women’s Health: An Intensive Look, Ladies of Hope, St. Peter’s Chaldeon Catholic Church, El Cajon, CA, 2010

Instructor, Breaking the Holiday Stress Cycle, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2008

Instructor, New You Now: Success That Sticks, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2008

Instructor, How Foods Affect Your Health: A Chinese Dietary View, SALAD Master, San Diego, CA, 2008

Instructor, Be Your Most Effective Self, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2008

Instructor, Drug-Free ADHD: Chinese Medicine to Treat Attention Disorders, City of San Diego School District, San Diego, CA, 2008

Instructor, Optimal Health for Cancer Patients/Survivors, Moorpark City Library, La Mesa, CA, 2008

Instructor, Core Body Mechanics, 24 Hour Fitness, San Diego, CA, 2007-2008

Instructor, Optimal Health for Wellness Professional, United Education Institute, San Diego and Chula Vista, CA, 2007- 2008

Instructor, Healthy Living, Kroc Corps Community Center, San Diego, CA, 2007-present

Instructor, Holiday Stress & Healthy Eating, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2007

Instructor, Acupressure & Integrative Medicine, United Education Institute, San Diego, CA, 2007

Instructor, Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine, United Education Institute, San Diego, CA, 2007

Instructor, Health & Fitness, Joan Kroc Center, San Diego, CA, 2007

Instructor, 21st Century Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine, Scottish Rite Convention Center, San Diego, CA, 2007

Instructor, Nutrition & Fitness, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Family Nutrition & Exercise, Joan Kroc Center, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Introduction to Chi Kung, Joan Kroc Center, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Healthy Families, Joan Kroc Center, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Balancing Female Hormones Naturally, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Natural Solutions for Increased Energy, Joan Kroc Center, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Internal Strength Exercises, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Healthy Weight Loss, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Anti-Aging Secrets to Looking and Feeling Younger, Kroc Corps Community Center, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Acupressure for Pain, Stress and Optimal Health, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2006-present

Instructor, Dispelling Acupuncture Myths: The Evidence Based Physiological Model, The Rehabilitation Nurses Coordination Network, San Diego, CA, 2006

Instructor, Peak Performance for Busy Realtors, Prudential of California Real Estate Group, San Diego, CA, 2005

Instructor, Adrenal Stress and Obesity, South Baylo University, Anaheim, CA, 2005

Instructor, Integrative Care and Women’s Health Issues, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Integrative Care and Your Immune System, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Integrative Care and Mood Disorders, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Optimal Health/Healthy Weight Loss, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Blood Biomarkers for Optimal Health, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Core Body Mechanics, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Acupressure for Pain and Stress Relief, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Principles of Optimal Health, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Chinese Breathing Exercises and Guided Visualization, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Tai Chi Short Form, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, The Psychology of Peak Performance, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Integrative Care and Women’s Hormones, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, The Art and Science of Meditation, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Detoxification and Purification, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present

Instructor, Your Natural Medicine Cabinet, Center For Integrative Care, San Diego, CA, 2000-present


SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDS

Gold Medal, International Full Contact Fighting Championships, 2000

Gold Medal, National Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1999

Gold Medal, European International Full Contact Championships, 1999

Gold Medal, European Royal Rumble, 1998

Silver Medal, International Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1998

Gold Medal, European International Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1998

Gold Medal, International Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1996

Bronze Medal, World Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1996

Member, U.S. Full Contact Fighting Team, 1996

Gold Medal, West Coast Regional Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1995

Gold Medal, National Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1995

3rd Degree Black Belt, Chinese Internal Martial Arts, 1994-2004

Gold Medal, International Full Contact Fighting Championships, 1994

2nd Degree Black Belt, Shaolin Kungfu, 1987-1992

 

 

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3547 Camino Del Rio South, Ste. C, San Diego, CA 92108
619-287-4005 | fax: 619-287-1135 | drmancini@manciniacupuncture.com