About TCM Academy
Global Continuing Education for Chinese Medicine Practitioners
TCM Academy of Integrative Medicine is a global leader in Chinese Medicine continuing education, providing online courses, advanced training, and professional development for acupuncturists, herbalists, and integrative health practitioners.
We serve practitioners worldwide — from recent graduates to clinicians with decades of experience — helping you expand your skills, deepen your confidence, and integrate Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) with modern medical knowledge.
Our Mission
We believe great practitioners never stop learning. That’s why we bring together the world’s leading teachers in acupuncture, herbal medicine, integrative oncology, and TCM research — alongside rising voices and innovative educators.
Our aim is simple: to support your professional growth while making high-quality education accessible anywhere, anytime.
What Makes Us Different
Global expertise – courses from expert clinicians, medical doctors, and renowned sinologists.
Bridging traditions – merging ancient Chinese medicine with evidence-based modern healthcare.
Diverse topics – from Shen and oncology to classical text study and practical clinical protocols.
Community focus – a worldwide network of practitioners sharing knowledge and support.
Learning with TCM Academy
Our courses go beyond theory. They give you practical, clinically tested approaches you can use immediately in your practice.
We focus not only on delivering exceptional content, but also on providing a seamless learning experience — so you can study from your clinic, your home, or on the go, and fully embed your new skills.
Our Vision
We see a future where Chinese Medicine is an integral part of the global healthcare system. By connecting east and west, past and present, we aim to improve patient care, support practitioner confidence, and keep the rich traditions of TCM alive for generations to come.
IN ASSOCIATION WITH
The People Behind TCM Academy - Global TCM Education Experts
Dr Yair Maimon
Founder, Dean
Dr Yair Maimon (O.M.D PhD Lic. Ac) is the founder and dean of the TCM Academy of Integrative Medicine, an internationally recognised leader in Chinese Medicine continuing education and integrative oncology.
He has over 30 years of experience treating and teaching Shen and oncology to practitioners worldwide, from recent graduates to seasoned clinicians.
Dr Maimon is president of the European Traditional Chinese Medicine Association (ETCMA), former Head of the Tal Centre – Integrative Cancer Research Center at Sheba Academic Hospital, and former Director of the Integrative Medical Unit at Souraski – Tel Aviv Municipality Hospital.
He is also an Affiliate at the Osher Center for Integrative Health, University of Washington – a leading institution uniting conventional and complementary medicine to promote whole-person care.
“My lifelong passion is to bridge the wisdom of classical Chinese Medicine with the discoveries of modern science. I continue to study, teach, and collaborate internationally, always with the goal of improving patient care and strengthening practitioner confidence.”
Guy Traiber
CEO, Co-founder
Guy Traiber is the CEO and co-founder of the TCM Academy of Integrative Medicine, leading its mission to make high-quality TCM training accessible to practitioners worldwide.
He is a TCM, Shiatsu, and Kiiko Style acupuncture practitioner with a BA in Sociology, Politics, and International Relations.
“As the manager of TCM Academy, I love that my work keeps me in daily contact with practitioners, teachers, and students from all over the world. I am passionate about lifelong learning and have shaped our Academy to support professional growth at every stage. After decades of travelling and studying across cultures, I feel privileged to connect people, ideas, and healing traditions on a global scale.”
Patricia Bock
Curriculum & Content Development Coordinator
Patricia Bock is the Curriculum & Content Development Coordinator at the TCM Academy of Integrative Medicine and the coordinator of the Academy’s acclaimed Oncology Acupuncture Program.
She also runs her own Ba Zi program with the Academy, bringing classical Chinese astrology and philosophy to practitioners worldwide.
Based in Munich, Germany, Patricia is an experienced practitioner of acupuncture, herbal therapy, and the classical Chinese arts of Yi Jing, Feng Shui, and Ba Zi.
“My fascination with Chinese Medicine and philosophy has shaped my practice and my teaching. Being part of TCM Academy allows me to connect with practitioners, students, and educators across the globe, sharing my enthusiasm for both classical knowledge and its modern clinical applications.
I believe that ongoing exchange and learning are vital to keeping our traditions alive and relevant.”
