Dr. Steve Woodley

Dr. Steve Woodley is an experienced practitioner of Chinese medicine, a teacher and researcher. His research interests are as diverse as the history, philosophy, practical techniques and molecular mechanisms of traditional medical practices. Starting with a degree in anthropology, he later developed into a practitioner and then a researcher, investigating metabolomic responses to herbs, and how this can be used to evaluate the quality and potency of herbs to detect subtle forms of adulteration. He is particularly intrigued when these areas converge and modern science helps us to understand why traditional medical practices are useful for us today.

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PhD: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry & Biophysics from The University of Westminster.

MSc: Chinese Herbal Medicine (Distinction) from The University of Westminster.

Undergraduate Degrees in both Anthropology (from UCL) and Acupuncture with post-graduate diploma in Tui Na (Chinese medical massage and manual therapy).

Training and Experience:

●      Over 15 years experience in Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, massage and herbs.

●      10 years training in Yang style Tai Chi Chuan, including Qigong, sword and fan forms.

●      Presented research at conferences aimed at scientists and practitioners.

●      Worked as a dispensary technician at the University of Westminster Polyclinic herbal dispensary, dispensing both western and Chinese herbs.

Current Positions:

●      Editor of the Journal for the Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine.

●      Research Project Module Leader: Advanced Nutrition, Complementary & Oriental Medicine and member of the Research Ethics and Advisory Committee at the Northern College of Acupuncture.

●      Run a clinic in northwest London.