Scott Bridges

Scott Bridges is a skilled practitioner with a BSc in Acupuncture, an MSc in Herbal Medicine, and over 20 years of experience.

About Me

I’m Scott Bridges, a fully qualified acupuncturist and Chinese medicine practitioner with over 20 years of clinical experience. My training covers both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, and I’ve continued to develop my practice through postgraduate study in areas such as women’s health and advanced clinical technique.

What matters most in clinic is not the list of qualifications – it’s how we use them. My approach is practical, evidence-informed, and focused on treating the root cause of what you’re experiencing, not just managing symptoms. Every plan is tailored to you, with clear goals and a realistic path to improvement.

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Expertise

My work is grounded in Traditional Chinese Medicine, with a strong focus on modern clinical practice. Over the years I’ve advanced my training across acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine, including specialist study in areas like women’s health, dermatology, and more complex chronic conditions.

I’ve worked in both private and charitable healthcare settings, supporting patients with long-standing issues that often require a deeper, more joined-up approach. That blend of classical technique and practical clinical reasoning is what shapes every treatment plan I create today.

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Training, Expertise, and Milestones

University of Westminster

2005

BSc (Hons) in Traditional Chinese Medicine: Acupuncture

2006

Diploma in Qigong-Tuina bodywork

2013

MSc (Merit) Chinese Herbal Medicine

Northern College of Acupuncture

2009

Postgraduate studies in Chinese patent herbal medicine

2011

Seminar on the treatment of skin diseases with Chinese Herbal Medicine with Michael McIntyre

2015

Diploma in Chinese Herbal Medicine for Obstetrics and Gynaecology with Dr Trevor Wing of the Women’s Natural Health Practice

2021

2-day scalp acupuncture training with Dr Jong Baik

2024

2-day training in electro-acupuncture techniques with Dr Jeremy Steiner https://electroacupunctureinstitute.com

2024

2-day training in Advanced Tung’s Acupuncture with Dr Gil Ton and Shaun Goodman

Professional Journey and Achievements

2006-2017

Set up a clinic in Islington, London N1 (Arc Integrated Health) with two fellow acupuncturists, Lisa Sherman and Jonquil Westwood-Pinto.

2003-2019

Charitable work at the Helios Centre in King's Cross, London, helping patients with chronic illnesses, and complex conditions.

2012

Undertook a year of clinical observation of the cosmetic acupuncture techniques of Dr. John Tsagaris.

2021

2-day scalp acupuncture training with Dr Jong Baik

2017-2019

I worked as Clinical Director for Acuregen with Amanda Shayle, undergoing extensive training in beauty acupuncture and facial rejuvenation.

2020-2024

practicing at the Natural Healthcare Centre, Burton-on-Trent

2024 - Present

Practice at Derby University Enterprise Centre, Derby

I started having acupuncture with Scott in December last year, and the results have been impressive. He is very thorough and intuitive. I highly recommend him.

Hamelin D'abell

Scott is the 'go to guy' for acupuncture and herbal medicine. Any questions or health concerns I highly recommend him. For practitioners working in the field of Chinese Medicine Scott is a wonderful resource & hugely generous with his knowledge.

Deb Connor

Scott is an extraordinarily gifted Chinese doctor, and a kind-hearted soul.

Meena Ysanne

I was impressed with the thoroughness and sensitivity with which Scott treated me a little while ago. I don't know how I would have coped with the severe pain I had then without Scott's acupuncture treatment.

Bruni Schling