Dear CSOMA Community,
Thanks to a truly wonderful group of members, speakers, board members, exhibitors, and students who joined us in LA last weekend! A special thanks to the Yo San community for hosting our Spring Conference and providing such a welcoming space once again.
This week’s news:
AB 2497 is set for hearing on May 14 by the Appropriations Committee. We remain in active opposition and are collaborating with key leaders across the profession to coordinate with our lobbyist and ensure our position is heard loud and clear.
5/15 CAB Meeting: See meeting agenda here.
Save the Date! Sept 24-25/Thurs-Fri, CSOMA Fall Conference in Oakland
Community Bulletin: Wabbo, Acu-Care, and Member appreciation
Webinar: In the Footsteps of Hua Tuo: Segmental Acupuncture and You
When: Tuesday, May 12 | 7-9PM PST
Where: Online --> Register here
CEUs: 2 CAB(Category 1)
Registration: $32 for CSOMA Members, $80 for non-members, $0/FREE! No-credit option
Meet the speaker: Joshua Margolis, LAc, DAc, DOMTP is a seasoned acupuncturist and instructor with over 20 years of full-time clinical experience. His practice in Santa Rosa integrates medical acupuncture, dry needling, and advanced manual therapies. He specializes in treating musculoskeletal conditions and chronic pain with a highly precise, hands-on, clinically grounded approach.
About the class: You may not use the term “segmental acupuncture,” but you’re already applying its principles—whether needling Back Shu points, Hua Tuo Jia Ji, or distal points that influence pain and internal disorders. Points like SP6 or KD3 are effective for fertility and low back pain because they share spinal segmental innervation with the uterus and sacroiliac region. Understanding how acupuncture points map onto segmental anatomy can refine your assessments and improve outcomes—especially with challenging cases involving referred pain, visceral symptoms, or autonomic imbalance.
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Community Bulletin
Welcome WABBO!
CSOMA is proud to welcome The WABBO Company as our newest Bronze Partner! A trailblazer for over 27 years, WABBO is a premier, California-based manufacturer and wholesaler of high-quality acupuncture and medical supplies. From their meticulously tested signature needles to herbal remedies and TDP heat lamps, WABBO is dedicated to providing acupuncturists with exceptional products and personalized service.
Visit WABBO today to explore their extensive collection of clinic essentials.
Welcome back, Acu-Care!
As a renewing Bronze Partner, Acu-Care remains a steadfast advocate for California’s licensed acupuncturists. Since 1994, they have played a vital role in our profession by navigating the complexities of insurance credentialing and supporting the growth of local practices. We are grateful for their continued commitment to our association and their long-standing partnership in advancing the field of acupuncture.
Visit acucare.com to see how their experienced team can help support your practice.
Thank you, members ❤️
We’d like to thank the many professionals, students and supporting members for joining CSOMA during this busy legislative time, including:
Robin Hays, LAc – Jade Circle Member
Dr. Lloyd Walton, LAc – Professional Member
Kimberly Gilmore, LAc – Professional Member
And to our current and longtime members: your dues support our work year after year… Thank you!
Thank you for reading,
CSOMA
CSOMA Partners
CSOMA is grateful to the partners who support our work and the broader acupuncture community. Their partnership helps sustain our advocacy and education efforts. Please support them!
