Virtual Faculty-at-Large Meeting
Our Faculty Hard at Work The recent Faculty-At-Large Meeting, held virtually on March 15-16, 2025, was a highly productive and collaborative event focused on advancing the Academy’s mission and academic excellence. Faculty members engaged in thoughtful discussions and strategic planning to refine program goals, enhance curriculum, [...]
Symone Milev
Symone Milev, Class 37 Here's my journey so far: Last Spring, I made the cross country move to Washington state. Literally the other side of the world from where I grew up and graduated in Florida! The Academy was such a great home and community to [...]
Recent Graduates Support Group
Recent Graduates Support Group, led by Angie Mordecai, Class 34 The Recent Graduates Support Group is starting a new cohort in winter 2025. Monthly support sessions for recent graduates of the Academy for Five Element Acupuncture. To learn more and apply to join, visit https://www.ketermedicine.com/recentgrads Angelica Mordecai, [...]
Gianna Masi
Gianna Masi, Class 38 Gianna Masi of class 38 is now seeing patients in Brooklyn, New York! Gianna has lived in New York for a decade and is excited to bring Five Element Acupuncture to her community. In addition to private practice, Gianna is offering weekly [...]
Alumni Discussion Board
Alumni Discussion Board We’re thrilled to announce an exciting new way to stay connected with your fellow alumni from Academy for Five Element Acupuncture: the Alumni Discussion Board! This new online space reflects the Academy’s vision: “To bring healing through the depth, heart, and spirit of the Five Element tradition, in [...]
Greta Pursley
Greta Pursley, Class 37 Pinduka Acupuncture, Herbs, Healing Arts, PLLC opened its doors in October 2024. Special discounts available to all students of acupuncture and veterans. Please see webpage link below. I focus on finding the unique path to health and wellness for every person who [...]
Gigi Klimick Pereira
Gigi Klimick Pereira, Class 19 My name is Gigi Pereira and I am a Licensed Acupuncturist at UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute. I have over 15 years of experience in my field, and I truly enjoy helping my patients feel healthier and stronger. I graduated from the [...]
Congratulations Jennifer Downey
Congratulations Jennifer Downey Academy faculty and clinical supervisor Jennifer Downey, B.A., M.A.O.M, A.P. (FL) was recently honored at the Gainesville Alumni of Asian Medicine banquet, and the Mayor of Gainesville, Harvey Ward, has proclaimed November 2nd as "Jennifer Downey Day" in recognition of her many years of [...]
Laurie Monroe, Executive Coordinator
Laurie Monroe, Executive Coordinator With over 40 years in the workplace, a variety of professional positions have dotted my career, from pumping gas and selling oil at a gas station for a year or two, to supporting multiple professionals in a wide variety of administrative roles, and running [...]
Rose Carpenter, Compliance Administrator
Rose Carpenter, Compliance Administrator Originally from Indiana, Rose Carpenter joins us as the new Compliance Administrator with experience in both healthcare and higher education. She’s worked in various roles over the years, from managing financial compliance at the University of Central Florida to overseeing operations at a hospital [...]