Thomas Lai

Seven Trees Wellness

200-1401 Lonsdale Ave, North Vancouver, BC, V7M 2H8

Yu Yang (Thomas) Lai is a Registered Acupuncturist with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC. He completed his acupuncture training at the Tzu Chi International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and is currently apprenticing under Dr. Zhao Liang, former Director and Chief Physician of Beijing Furen Ophthalmology Hospital and Senior TCM Practitioner in BC. His practice is grounded in traditional channel theory, complemented by specialized training in Chuang Scalp Acupuncture, Zhu Scalp Acupuncture, and Lin Style Structural Therapy Needling — gentle, precision-based techniques well suited to musculoskeletal pain. He also incorporates fire cupping, guasha, and moxibustion, and is continuing his study of Master Tung's Acupuncture, known for rapid relief through distal needling. Through his training under Dr. Zhao, Thomas has also gained experience using scalp acupuncture to address eye conditions such as myopia and age-related visual decline. Thomas came to medicine after an earlier career in engineering and technology, which gives him a precise, systematic approach to assessment and a particular interest in the pain patterns of desk-bound and repetitive work — headaches, neck and shoulder tension, and postural strain. Thomas emphasizes gentle technique, clear communication, and steady progress over the course of treatment. With a multicultural background and years spent living across Asia and North America, he connects easily with patients from all walks of life. He speaks Mandarin natively, is fluent in English, and is conversational in Cantonese.