TCM practitioner found guilty of professional misconduct for false advertising, prohibited titles, and unsupported treatment claims.
The College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of Ontario brought allegations of professional misconduct against the member, a registered TCM practitioner.
The allegations centered on the member's use of prohibited titles such as 'Master' and 'Grandmaster', claims of unauthorized specialization in Qigong for sexual dysfunction, and false or misleading advertising including the use of patient testimonials.
The member also claimed his Qigong treatments and a secret liquid mixed with patient urine could cure kidney and liver dysfunctions.
The Discipline Committee found that the member's Qigong practice fell within the College's jurisdiction and that he failed to adhere to the standards of practice.
All allegations of professional misconduct were proven.
Ontario (College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners & Acupuncturists of Ontario) v Cheung, 2018 ONCTCMPAO 22
