Our Philosophy of Care
Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. Acupuncture is a powerful, drug-free path to better health. Every treatment is guided by the belief that the body is designed to heal when given the right support to restore balance.
We see every patient relationship as a partnership. Our role is to listen closely, offer guidance, provide treatment and resources, and create a path toward healing that fits not only your condition, but also your lifestyle and goals.
Dr. Mark Wilson
A Lifelong Commitment to Healing
Dr. Mark Wilson, O.M.D., L.Ac., D.N.B.A.O., became interested in natural medicine at an early age. In 1972, at age 19, he attended massage school in Santa Fe, New Mexico. While there, he studied iridology (using the iris of the eye as a diagnostic tool) and received his first series of acupuncture treatments for hypoglycemia. The remarkable results inspired him to pursue a lifelong career in acupuncture.
Dr. Mark has been helping patients find healing and balance for over 38 years. In 2020, he relocated his practice from San Jose to San Luis Obispo, where he opened the Center for Classical Chinese Medicine.
He combines Traditional Chinese Medicine with modern functional medicine to support patients with complex health needs. Dr. Mark is committed to seeing each patient as a whole person on a wellness journey, not a collection of symptoms to treat. His approach integrates acupuncture, Morphogenic Field Testing, Chinese herbal medicine, and food-based nutraceuticals to uncover the root causes of illness and support the body’s natural ability to heal.
“Dr. Mark took the time to understand my wife’s medical history and listened carefully to our concerns.”
— Christopher A.
Education and Professional Training
Dr. Mark completed his studies at the American College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in 1986 and went on to work in a traditional medical hospital in Guangzhou, China, where he treated oncology and fertility patients using both acupuncture and Chinese herbs.
He earned his Doctor of Oriental Medicine from the Hong Kong Institute of Chinese Medicine in 1989 and became a Diplomate of the National Board of Acupuncture Orthopedics in 1991. He has also completed advanced studies in Chinese Medicine Dermatology with Mazin Al-Khafaji (2019) and holds a Certificate of Applied Clinical Nutrition from the Texas Chiropractic College (2017).
Throughout his career, Dr. Mark has worked with patients facing a wide range of conditions including chronic pain, stress, digestive disorders, hormonal imbalances, and autoimmune conditions. Patients value his steady presence, deep experience, and ability to explain both the science and philosophy behind the care he provides.
Specialties
Stress + Mental Health
Digestive Conditions
Back Pain, Neck Pain
Migraines, Headaches
Reproductive Health
Hormone Imbalances
Cancer Treatment Support
Immune Health
Emotional Wellness
Longevity + Biohacking
Autoimmune Conditions
Skin + Dermatological Health
