Shi Ming Niu (Melinda) is a Registered Acupuncturist in Ontario with more than 20 years of clinical experience in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and acupuncture. Trained in both China and Canada, she integrates the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern, evidence-informed acupuncture to provide personalized, patient-centred care for people of all ages.
Her treatment approach combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with Balance Acupuncture and Tung’s Acupuncture to create individualized treatment plans that emphasize precision, comfort and lasting results.
Shi Ming has experience supporting patients with pain, musculoskeletal conditions, headaches and migraines, stress and anxiety, insomnia, digestive concerns, women’s health, fertility, cosmetic acupuncture and supportive cancer care.
Passionate about lifelong learning, she continues advanced studies in Chinese Herbal Medicine and the Advanced Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine program while also mentoring practitioners and teaching modern acupuncture techniques.
Shi Ming believes healing begins by caring for the whole person, not simply treating symptoms. She is committed to creating a warm, compassionate environment where every patient feels heard, respected and supported throughout their healing journey.
Professional Philosophy
“My mission is to combine the wisdom of Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern acupuncture techniques to deliver precise, compassionate and individualized care. I am dedicated to helping every patient restore balance, relieve pain, optimize health and live life to its fullest potential.”
Melissa Ong is a Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner (R.TCMP) who provides acupuncture and herbal medicine treatments with a focus on individualized, patient-centered care.
Melissa completed her training at the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine where she developed a strong foundation in TCM diagnosis, acupuncture and herbal medicine.
Melissa has experience treating a variety of conditions including:
- cancer
- endocrine disorders
- musculoskeletal pain
- stress-related conditions
- digestive concerns
- and other internal medicine patterns
She is passionate and committed to helping patients better understand their health and works collaboratively with patients to create treatment plans that support long-term balance and wellness.
Jane Juan Zhu (she/her) is a Registered Acupuncturist and Registered Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner with a strong foundation in both Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western biomedicine. She holds a Master’s Degree in Pharmaceutical Science from Tsinghua University & Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Peking Union Medical College (one the top medical institutions in China), where she was devoted to the research of plant-based drugs for cancer, at the Institute of Medicinal Plant Development. With over 11 years of combined teaching, research, and clinical experience, she integrates TCM wisdom with modern medical knowledge to deliver exceptional patient care.
Born into a family of TCM practitioners, Jane trained under some of China’s most renowned experts and their students, including: Wenyuan Wang (Father of Balanced Acupuncture in China), Litian Ha (Third-generation inheritor of the Ha Family’s Gynecology), and Jin Wang (Master of Southern Chinese Cupping Therapy).
Jane has also pursued ongoing education through clinical training and observation at Xiyuan Hospital, affiliated with the China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences. She is a member of the World Cupping Therapy Association and currently an instructor and clinical supervisor at the Toronto School of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TSTCM). Her strong grasp of meridian theory and precise point location and herbal medication contributes to highly effective clinical outcomes.
Jane has excellent results for pain management and treats a wide range of conditions, including: chronic and complex diseases, such as cancer support, cardiovascular disorders (arrhythmia, hypertension, stroke recovery), metabolic issues (diabetes, thyroid dysfunction), digestive ailments (chronic gastritis, diverticulitis, hemorrhoids.), eye diseases (conjunctivitis, glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, watery eyes, scleritis); Women’s and hormonal health: breast nodules, PMS, amenorrhea, menorrhagia, menopausal syndrome, uterine fibroids, PCOS, infertility, adenomyosis; Mental wellness, such as insomnia, anxiety, depression; Pediatrics, such as fever, food stagnation, infantile enuresis, pseudo-myopia; Dermatology, such as eczema, urticaria, vitiligo; Cosmetic and wellness, such as weight management, hair loss, facial acupuncture.
In addition to acupuncture and herbal medicine, Jane also utilizes complementary techniques such as moxibustion, cupping therapy, gua sha, auricular acupuncture, infantile tuina, penetration needling, and more.
Jane is thrilled to join our clinic, with its reputation for excellence, thriving patient community, and commitment to cancer care. She looks forward to contributing her expertise to our team and patients, and continuing in the field of cancer and complex diseases. She is committed to delivering compassionate, results-driven treatments, and collaborating with experienced professionals to further refine her skills while making a meaningful impact on patients’ lives.
Languages spoken: English, Mandarin
