Jennifer Alvarez Linguidi was extended an offer letter by The President of The East West College of Natural Medicine (EWCNM) to enroll in their Masters of Science and Herbal Medicine Program. She accepted this offer and began this journey on Monday, January 6, 2025. At 44 years young with 2 beautiful and energetic boys and a thriving organization of 17 plus years…this was a BIG step and certainly a time sacrifice. However; she truly believes that she is a vehicle for change. Throughout her life she has endured many obstacles and she has utilized those experiences to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Jennifer is always striving for the stars and loves to motivate others to live their best and healthiest life.
EWCNM was originally established in 1994 as the Academy of Chinese Healing Arts to provide training in the art of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The East West College of Natural Medicine strives to provide an educational environment for people with similar goals to facilitate a paradigm shift in healthcare in this country. The EWCNM curriculum covers four main areas of knowledge required to pass the national board exams and become a Acupuncture-Primary Care Physician. Within this integrative program, Jennifer is learning the foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture with point location, biomedicine, the holistic healing properties of herbal medicine, and SO much more. She is proudly working towards her goal of becoming an Acupuncture Physician and is being mentored by the President of East West College of Natural Medicine, Dr. Hailin Wu MD, PhD, DAOM.
Dr. Wu at East West College of Natural Medicine, MD, PhD, DAOM
Dr. Wu is incredibly focused on the success of all students and is committed to intellectual excellence and social responsibility. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience with her and is an absolute expert in Herbal Medicine and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Jennifer feels blessed to have this opportunity to learn from her and the other amazing Professors at EWCNM.
Dr. David Park at East West College of Natural Medicine
When Jennifer first started at EWCNM she had the pleasure of learning from Dr. David Park who was a Korean Acupuncturist with herbal knowledge from South Korea. He has had many positive experiences throughout his career with utilizing Korean methods, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Tungs, and Saam Acupuncture. In the United States, he expanded his X-ray, MRI and Ultrasound experience. He has a LAc in California and NCCAOM Certification and Florida Acupuncture Physician License. Jennifer had the pleasure of receiving Acupuncture from him and he was one of the Acupuncturists that left a motivating impression on her to pursue this enhancement to her career.
Dr. Wilfredo Morges at East West College of Natural Medicine
Currently, she is enjoying learning from Dr. Wilfredo Morges who is an accomplished medical professional with expertise in both medicine and nursing. He obtained his medical degree from St. Matthew’s University, School of Medicine, and further expanded his knowledge and skills by earning a Master’s in Nursing. With a passion for education, Dr. Morges has been serving as a respected biomedical sciences professor in schools of Acupuncture since 2010. He is dedicated to imparting his vast knowledge and experience to aspiring healthcare professionals, shaping the next generation of experts in the field.
In addition to his academic pursuits, Dr. Morges actively contributes to the mental health and psychiatry field. He serves as a specialist, catering to the needs of the outpatient population, providing compassionate and comprehensive care to individuals dealing with various mental health conditions. Furthermore, Dr. Morges extends his expertise to nursing homes, where he delivers exceptional psychiatric care, ensuring the well-being of elderly residents.
Dr. Wilfredo Morges’s commitment to his patients and students is evident through his unwavering dedication and the positive impact he creates in the medical community. His deep understanding of biomedical sciences, coupled with his extensive clinical experience, allows him to provide exceptional healthcare and contribute significantly to the field of mental health. Jennifer is truly honored to have him as a Professor! She is learning General Biology and Biomedical Terminology with Dr. Morges.
Dr. Sonia Shang LiWong at East West College of Natural Medicine
Additionally, she is learning from Dr. Sonia Shang H LiWong who graduated from Sun- yat Sen University, in GuangZhou, China. She was the Director of Internship in Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University. Her specialty is in Foundational Chinese Medicine and Herbal Medicine using classical formulas from Shan Han lun-six stages of disease treatments. Currently Jennifer is enjoying learning Oriental Medical Etiology and Pathology, Oriental Medical Physiology, History and Philosophy or Oriental Medicine, and Oriental Medical Terminology.
Professor Jason, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and Reiki Practitioner at East West College of Natural Medicine
Jennifer is also learning from Professor Jason who is an expert in a variety of advanced massage techniques. Some of the modalities that she is enhancing and fine tuning with this extra training is Cranial Sacral, Tuina, Chinease Medical Massage, Oriental Fire Cupping, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, Reiki, Energy Healing, and Sound Healing. He is dynamic and makes each class memorable and educational.
Dr. Feleke at East West College of Natural Medicine
Lastly, but not least Dr. Feleke has brought his unique background to EWCNM. Jennifer has been enjoying his teaching style and all of his stories from around the globe! He is from Ethiopia and got a scholarship to a University in China where he studies Western Medicine and learned Chinease. Additionally, he progressed through his education and added Traditional Chinease Medicine to his dynamic and impressive background. He has been instrumental in helping thousands of people with healing from the inside out as well as helping students learn how to be the best Acupuncture Physicians they can be. She is also gaining additional clinical education which Dr. Feleke is guiding. When Jennifer completes this training she will have exceeded over 3,000 hours of clinical experience. Once she graduates she will be able to help patients with yet another specialty; Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine in a safe and effective way for the prevention of disease, and the optimization of health; thereby, improving the quality of healthcare in America.
January 2028 Anticipated Graduation