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Jordan Barber is an Author and Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) specializing in integrative approaches to pain, wellness, and patient-centered care. With over 20 years of experience in both clinical practice and healthcare strategy, Jordan understands the complexities of building a sustainable, results oriented and values-driven practice.
This work provides actionable strategies for healthcare practitioners to align their practices with their personal values and professional goals. His research includes studies on the efficacy of acupuncture and dry needling, notably the 2024 retrospective study demonstrating ultrasound evidence of trigger point size reduction in the trapezius following dry needling acupuncture. Additionally, his 2023 narrative review explores the intersection of acupuncture and dry needling techniques with trigger point physiology and diagnostics.
Jordan earned his Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) from AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine in June 2023. His dissertation, “Comparative Techniques of Acupuncture and Dry Needling Intersecting with Trigger Point Physiology and Diagnostics: A Cross-Discipline Narrative Review,” reflects his commitment to advancing pain management techniques. Jordan also holds a Master of Science in Oriental Medicine from New York College of Health Professions and has completed post-graduate certification in Acupuncture in Orthopedics and Rehabilitation from TriState College of Acupuncture.
Jordan is a Registered Herbalist with the American Herbalist Guild and a board-certified Diplomate of the American Board of Anti-Aging Health Practitioners (ABAAHP). Additionally, Jordan holds licences as an Acupuncture Physician in Florida and as a Licensed Acupuncturist and Massage Therapist in New York. With a focus on musculoskeletal pain, pelvic floor disorders, gastro-intestinal disorders, and headaches. 
“Dr. Barber’s insights were exactly what our team needed to hear. He provided us with actionable strategies to improve our practice management while staying true to our mission of providing holistic care.”
— Dan Messina
State of Florida Acupuncture Physician (License #4409)
NY State Licensed Acupuncturist (License #3667)
NY State Massage Therapist (License #18268)
Diplomate of Oriental Medicine: NCCAOM (#101777)
Diplomate of Acupuncture: NCCAOM (#101777)
Chinese Herbal Compounding and Safety (CSHS) Certificate of Qualification (COQ): NCCAOM
Pelvic Floor & Dry Needling Certified: ASE Seminars
Diplomate: American Board of Anti-Aging Health Practitioners: A4M
Registered Herbalist, American Herbalist Guild
American Organization for Bodywork Therapies of Asia, Certified Practitioner (#70846691)
Classical Herbalist Certification (2023) | Association of Traditional Studies (Asheville, North Carolina)
Certified KyoJung Physical Manipulation (2008) | Institute for Classical Asian Studies (New York, New York)
Doctor of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (DAOM) (Advanced Practice Clinical Doctorate) AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine | Austin, Texas | June 2023
Master of Science in Oriental Medicine (Herbal Completion Degree) | August 2021 New York College of Health Professions (Syosset, New York)
Acupuncture in Orthopedics and Rehabilitation: Post-Graduate Certification | Jul 2012 – Jul 2013 TriState College of Acupuncture (New York, New York)
Master of Science in Acupuncture; Bachelor of Professional Studies: Health Science | April 2007 New York College of Health Professions (Syosset, New York)
Associate of Occupational Studies: Massage Therapy | August 2004 New York College of Health Professions (Syosset, New York)
Barber, J. (2025). Realigning medicine: Building an authentic, fulfilling, and thriving healthcare practice. Dymphna Publishing.
Barber J, Messina D, Bhatt AM, Deutsch J (2024) Ultrasound Evidence of Trigger Point Size Reduction in the Trapezius Following Dry Needling Acupuncture: A Retrospective Study. J Altern Complement Integr Med 10: 537.
Barber J, Lodo F, Nugent-Head A, Zeng X. Comparative techniques of acupuncture and dry needling intersecting with trigger point physiology and diagnostics: A cross-discipline narrative review. Published: Medical Acupuncture 2023 35:5, 220-229
Barber J. Scrying the yi jing. Scroll of Thoth. 2022;1(8):19-22.
Jackowicz S, Barber J. A pocket guide to pulses. Institute of Classical Asian Studies. 2008.
