Bertram L. Furman L.Ac.

Bertram L. Furman L.Ac., QME is owner and director of The Wellness Source and Oriental Medical Associates. His practice is devoted to helping people achieve and maintain their optimal state of health and wellness. Bertram provides Acupuncture services and Chinese medicine for many aliments, and health programs such as 10 Day Express Detox, 12 Week Turnaround, and 30 Days to Extraordinary Health.

Bertram received his bachelor degree in Ocean Engineering in 1981, from the Florida Institute of Technology. He subsequently worked in research and development for the US government and Lockheed Advanced Marine Systems.

In 1995 Bertram graduated Summa Cum Laude from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine with a Masters degree in Traditional Oriental Medicine. He holds a California state acupuncture license and is currently a Diplomate of the National Board of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine. He has served in the Workers’ Compensation field since 1996 and is a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME).  Bertram is also a certified FirstLine Therapy Provider, participated in Landmark Education training, and holds a training certificate from Peak Potentials.

Bertram is a dynamic motivational health speaker, speaking to organizations throughout the greater San Diego area. His program “12 Week Turnaround” a therapeutic lifestyle change program, encourages, motivates and inspires people to a lifetime of health. His talks also include stress reduction, nutrition, exercise, therapeutic lifestyle programs and Chinese medicine that encourage listeners to pursue a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Bertram knows firsthand what it’s like to be unhealthy, the challenges of making changes in one’s life and the rewards of achieving and sustaining good health. He uses both his personal and professional experience to convey his health and wellness message in an enthusiastic and reassuring manner.

The “10 Day Express Detox” program is one of Bertram’s favorite programs. He has been running these programs at his clinic for the last 7 years and has noticed amazing results, encouraging him to make this program accessible to more people.  Bertram has found the detox program to be successful in helping people lose weight, sleep better, manage their depression and moods, lower liver enzymes and reduce inflammation.

An outdoor enthusiast, Bertram leads a very active life. He enjoys swimming, working out, sailing, hiking, camping, traveling and gardening. He is a certified teacher of Tai Chi, and practices both Vinyasa and Bikram styles of yoga. In addition, Bertram volunteers for LIGA International Flying Doctors of Mercy, bringing medical services to rural clinics in Sinaloa, Mexico.

Bertram maintains a private practice in the central, San Diego Area.

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