🌸 Vivi McIndoe (吳盈薇), TCMP – Acupuncturist in Kelowna
About Vivi McIndoe (吳盈薇 Wu Yin-Wei), TCMP – Acupuncturist in Kelowna
Vivi McIndoe (吳盈薇 Wu Yin-Wei) is a highly experienced Chinese medicine practitioner and Acupuncturist in Kelowna who has been helping patients restore health and vitality for more than fifteen years. Born and raised in Taiwan, Vivi was immersed in the culture of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) from an early age and witnessed countless examples of its profound healing power.
She earned professional diplomas in Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine from the Alberta College of Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine (ACATCM), which at the time was a satellite college of Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. In addition to her Canadian studies, Vivi received advanced clinical training at Zhe Jiang University of Chinese Medicine and the Taiwan International Medical Training Centre.
Clinical Training and Experience Acupuncturist in Kelowna
While in Taiwan, Vivi interned at several high-volume private TCM clinics in Taipei, gaining extensive hands-on experience treating a wide variety of conditions under the supervision of master practitioners. She has also been associated with and volunteered at Tzu Chi Buddhist Hospital (慈濟醫院) — one of Taiwan’s most respected integrative medical institutions — where she participated in community outreach programs providing acupuncture and herbal care for underserved patients.
Specialties: Neurology, Fertility & Pain Relief
Vivi specializes in neurological acupuncture, fertility treatments, women’s health, and pain management. Her advanced training in pulse diagnosis and scalp acupuncture allows her to treat complex neurological disorders such as stroke sequelae, Bell’s palsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, post-concussion symptoms, peripheral neuropathy, facial paralysis, and chronic nerve pain. She also designs individualized herbal formulas and acupuncture treatments to support hormonal balance, stress reduction, digestion, and musculoskeletal pain relief.
🎓 Teachers and Lineage
Vivi has studied under some of the most respected masters in the world of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Each of these teachers has shaped her integrative, results-driven clinical style:
Dr. Wei-Chieh Yang (楊維傑) — direct disciple of Master Tung Ching-Chang, transmitting the renowned Master Tung Acupuncture system, celebrated for its fast and precise clinical results.
Dr. Ming Qing Zhu (朱明清) — founder of Zhu’s Scalp Acupuncture, combining modern neurology with classical meridian theory for stroke recovery and neuro-rehabilitation.
Dr. I-Hsing Chuang — authority on scalp acupuncture, emphasizing motor-sensory balance and functional recovery in neurological disorders.
Dr. Yao-Yuan Hsu (許耀源) — modern pulse diagnosis master, known for his ability to connect subtle pulse changes to internal organ function and pathology.
Dr. Richard Tan — creator of the Balance Method Acupuncture, famous for harmonizing meridians and producing immediate results in pain and internal disorders.
Dr. Jimmy Chang — internationally recognized pulse diagnosis expert and herbalist, whose advanced pulse system integrates classical theory with modern clinical application for internal and pain-related conditions.
Through this distinguished lineage, Vivi blends the precision of modern neuro-acupuncture with the classical roots of Chinese medicine—balancing technical expertise, diagnostic depth, and compassionate care.
🌿 Philosophy of Practice
As an experienced acupuncturist in Kelowna, Vivi McIndoe is dedicated to helping patients achieve lasting wellness through natural, evidence-informed Traditional Chinese Medicine. Each treatment begins with a detailed pulse and tongue diagnosis to uncover the underlying cause of imbalance, followed by personalized acupuncture and herbal prescriptions.
Whether supporting recovery from neurological disorders, enhancing fertility and hormonal health, or alleviating chronic pain and stress, Vivi’s goal is to help each patient feel balanced, revitalized, and more deeply connected to their body’s natural ability to heal.
