Dr. VJ's Acupuncture Clinic
About Dr. VJ
Arun Vijayan
DNA, MD (Acupuncture), MAc, MSc Osteopathy
Doctorate Neuroscience & Acupuncture | Licensed Acupuncturist | Certified Neuropuncturist
Dr. VJ is a distinguished, licensed acupuncturist and Clinical Neuroscientist specializing in Acupuncture. He holds a Doctorate in Neuroscience and Acupuncture and brings over 18 years of clinical experience to his practice.
Originally from India, Dr. VJ's passion for healing and helping others led him to the United States, where he gained global recognition for treating more than 25,000 patients throughout his career as an Acupuncture Physician.
Specializations
Neurological Disorders
Multiple sclerosis, neuropathy, paralysis, and neurodegenerative disorders
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Chronic pain and unresponsive pain conditions
Mental Health
Clinical depression/major depressive disorder, particularly through neuroscience acupuncture. Dr. VJ's doctoral research focused on innovative treatments for Major Depressive Disorder using advanced neuroscience acupuncture techniques.
Additional Specialties
Gynaecological Disorders and Eye disorders including glaucoma, con and rod dystrophy, optic neuritis
Neuroscience Acupuncture & Neuropuncture Expertise
Dr. VJ is the only Certified Neuropuncturist in the UK, having completed postgraduate training in Neuroscience Acupuncture (Neuropuncture Foundation, US) and a Doctorate in Neuroscience from Akamai University, NC, USA.
Training Includes:
- Human cadaver dissections
- Functional neurology
- Neuroanatomy and neurophysiology
- Orthopaedics and pain management
- Internal medicine
Education & Credentials
Education:
- Doctor of Neuroscience
- Doctor of Medicine (Acupuncture)
- Master of Acupuncture
- Master of Science in Osteopathy
- Master of Public Health (Global Health – Candidate)
Governing/Licensing Body:
- The Acupuncture Society, U.K.
- Liverpool City Council
- Maharashtra Council of Acupuncture, Govt of IndiaLicensed Acupuncturist
* Dr. VJ is not a registered western medical doctor