Dr Leon Hammer

Leon I. Hammer, M.D., is a graduate of Cornell University, Cornell Medical College, and the William A. White Institute of Psychoanalysis and Psychiatry.  Until 1971, he practiced psychiatry and psychoanalysis, directed a child guidance clinic and Drug Abuse Councils on…

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Jennifer Burns

Chair, Board Member

Jennifer is a graduate of Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine in the class of 2011. She has a Masters Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. She has a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation from University of…

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VICE CHAIR

Ewa was born in war-ravaged Europe and escaped Communism to become an immigrant in the US. Her book, “Child of War”, deals with the trauma of war, a dramatic escape, the loss of all that was familiar, and the difficulties…

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SECRETARY, BOARD MEMBER

Anita Brown L.Ac is a licensed acupuncturist and specialist in the treatment of pain and injury. She graduated from Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine in Gainesville, Florida, with a Master’s Degree in Oriental Medicine. Through her personal experiences, Anita…

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CLINIC DIRECTOR (GVL), TREASURER, BOARD MEMBER

Dianne Voitle is an acupuncturist practicing in Gainesville, FL. She evaluates and treats patients based on the concepts of oriental medicine. Acupuncturists complete their evaluations by getting a patient history and looking at and touching the body. Then, they place…

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Bettye Walker

Bet Walker graduated with a Masters of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine in 2011. She is board certified by the NCCAOM and licensed to practice acupuncture in Georgia. Bet is the owner of Acupuncture…

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Steve Schwab

Steve has served in executive management positions at four separate colleges including, City College, Gainesville, Lincoln College of New England, South University, and The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. His higher education management duties include: Department Chair; School Dean; VP…

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