Vuong (Loki) Doan

L.Ac., D.A.O.M, Diplomat of Oriental Medicine Loki Doan is a California board-certified doctor of acupuncture, practicing since 2008 when he earned his Master’s degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine (MTCM). He completed his Doctorate in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (D.A.O.M.) from Five Branches University in 2017 and became a nationally certified Diplomate of Oriental Medicine through the NCCAOM in 2018. His primary treatment goals include anti-aging, optimal health, and pain management, along with addressing both internal and external medical conditions. Loki employs a holistic approach to patient care, integrating acupuncture, herbal medicine, functional medicine, peptide therapy, qi gong, massage, and exercise therapy to enhance physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Loki honed his acupuncture expertise in pain management in Santa Cruz, working with a team of doctors and specialists. He specializes in treating various conditions such as pain, hormone balancing, fertility issues, emotional disorders, addiction, cancer treatment side effects, and weight loss. In addition to his acupuncture qualifications, Loki holds a Doctorate in Medical Qi Gong. He traveled to China in 2008 and became an anointed Daoist priest in 2010 within the 81st Daoist sect on Longhu (Dragon and Tiger) Mountain in Jiangxi Province. He is also dedicated to practicing Buddhist teachings from the Longchen Nyingtik lineage, which he incorporates into his daily routine to maintain balance in his physical and mental. Committed to lifelong learning, Loki continues to refine his skills with certifications in Functional Medicine and peptide therapy. He actively pursues the latest advancements in medical approaches, technology, and research to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Outside of his professional life, Loki finds joy and inspiration from his daughter Madeline along with love of surfing, the ocean, and the mountains, which enrich his life and well-being.