Professional Training & Academic Formation (With Dates)

Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine

• Basic Acupuncture, Clinical Application – 2004, UP Diliman, Ulen International Health System
• Traditional Chinese Medicine (Integrative Medicine) – 2018–2021, INAM Philippines
• Acupuncture – 2018–2019, Philippine Academy of Acupuncture Inc.
• Traditional Chinese Medicine – 2018, University of Hong Kong
• Traditional Chinese Medicine – 2020–2024, Wushan TCM
• Acupuncture – 2021–Present, TCM Academy
• Acupuncture in Medicine Training Express – March 11, 2025
• Classical Acupuncture – 2024, Academy of Integrative Medicine
• Ateneo Traditional Chinese Medicine Program – 2019–2024

Medical & Clinical Acupuncture

• Medical Acupuncture – 2023, Udemy
• Medical Acupuncture – June 26, 2024, John Academy
• Certificate in Acupuncture – 2024, John Academy

Alternative & Holistic Medicine

• Advance Diploma in Alternative Medicine – 2024, John Academy
• Diploma in Alternative Medicine – 2024, John Academy
• Diploma in Natural Healing – 2024, John Academy
• Master Herbalist Diploma – 2024, John Academy
• Naturopathy Course – 2024, John Academy

Mental Health, Psychology & Counseling

• Certified Psychological First Aider – 2024
• Certified Mental Health First Aider – 2024
• Clinical Psychology Course – 2024, John Academy
• Diploma in Psychology – 2024
• Diploma in Mental Health – 2024, John Academy
• Counseling & Psychotherapy Course – 2024, John Academy
• Positive Psychiatry and Mental Health – March 30, 2024, University of Sydney

Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition & Disease Management

• Pain Management – 2023, Stanford Medicine
• Lifestyle Medicine – 2023, American College of Lifestyle Medicine
• Diabetes Awareness – Jan 19, 2024, Florence Academy
• Chronic Kidney Disease in Type 2 Diabetes – Sept 5, 2023, University of Chicago Medicine
• Diabetes: A Global Challenge – April 3, 2024, University of Copenhagen
• Holistic Nutrition, Fasting & Elimination Therapy – May 20, 2025, American College of Healthcare Science

Advanced TCM & Acupuncture (China Universities | Jan–July 2025)

• Acupuncture & Moxibustion – Chengdu University of TCM (Jan 26–July 24, 2025)
• Meridians & Acupuncture Points – Shanghai University of TCM (Jan 26–July 24, 2025)
• Diagnostic & Internal Medicine of TCM – Jinan University (Jan 26–July 24, 2025)
• Geriatrics, Osteology & Traumatology of TCM – Chengdu University of TCM (Jan 26–July 24, 2025)
• Neuroanatomy – Shandong University (Jan 26–July 24, 2025)
• Systemic Anatomy – Xi’an Jiaotong University (Jan 26–July 24, 2025)

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Accreditation & Professional Affiliations

• National Acupuncture Detoxification Association
• DOH–PITAHC Accreditation No. 0006015
• Philippine Mental Health Association
• International Association of Therapists
• Ateneo Traditional Chinese Medicine Program
• World Council International
• Philippine Integrative & Complementary Medicine Academy Inc.
• Shariah-Halal Wellness

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Ministry & Professional Calling

Dr. Jesus Bitantes ministers with a holistic vision—healing the soul, restoring the mind, and caring for the body. His integration of theology, counseling, and traditional medicine enables him to serve communities with compassion, discipline, and faith-centered wisdom.

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Personal Vision

To serve God by promoting wholeness, wellness, and healing, using knowledge, skill, and faith to help people live healthier and purpose-filled lives.

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