Our Story
Past
The Mississippi Oriental Medicine Association (MOMA) was a nonprofit professional organization representing acupuncture and Oriental medicine practitioners across Mississippi. Our original mission—“Dedicated to enacting fair and safe acupuncture laws in Mississippi”—was realized in the spring of 2009, when the Mississippi Legislature passed the Acupuncture Practice Act.
Although we were a small group, our collective efforts proved successful. Through this process, we gained a deeper understanding of the legislative system and reaffirmed that due process is essential to protecting public health and ensuring the safe practice of our profession.
Present
Today, as the Mississippi Association of Acupuncture, we continue the work of MOMA with renewed purpose and broader inclusion. We have updated our name to include licensed acupuncturists as well as medical doctors who practice acupuncture in the state of Mississippi.
By bringing together practitioners from varied backgrounds and training, we foster a unified voice that supports high standards of care and expands opportunities for professional growth.
We are committed to strengthening our profession through collaboration, continued education, and advocacy.
Future
Our goal is to establish acupuncture as an integral, accessible, and respected component of healthcare in Mississippi—where diverse practitioners collaborate to improve patient outcomes, elevate standards of care, and expand public access to safe and effective treatment.
We actively engage with policymakers, healthcare professionals, and the public to promote a deeper understanding of acupuncture and its role in modern healthcare. Our goal is to ensure that patients across Mississippi have access to safe, evidence-informed acupuncture services delivered by qualified practitioners.
Our Mission
To establish acupuncture as an integral, accessible, and respected component of healthcare in Mississippi—where diverse practitioners collaborate to improve patient outcomes, elevate standards of care, and expand public access to safe and effective treatment in the state of Mississippi.
Core Values
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We foster a unified community of acupuncture practitioners, including licensed acupuncturists and medical doctors, built on mutual respect, shared knowledge, and professional cooperation.
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We actively engage in legislative and regulatory efforts to protect, advance, and responsibly expand the practice of acupuncture in Mississippi.
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We are committed to upholding the highest standards of safety, ethics, and clinical excellence in acupuncture practice.
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We support ongoing education for practitioners and promote public awareness to ensure informed, evidence-based understanding of acupuncture.description
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We strive to expand access to acupuncture services for all communities across Mississippi, promoting equitable healthcare options.
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We conduct ourselves with transparency, professionalism, and responsibility to our patients, our peers, and the public.
