Practitioner

Sam Namwook Cho, L.Ac. | Founder of Sam's Acupuncture

Former International Bureau Chief (EPA/DPA) & Editor-in-Chief of Acupuncture Times

A Global Perspective on Medical Excellence

Before transitioning to clinical practice, I built a distinguished career as a world-class journalist and media executive. I served as the South Korea Bureau Chief for EPA, a global news agency and subsidiary of Germany’s DPA. My work involved managing international news flow and producing high-level reporting that met the rigorous standards of global headquarters. Recognized by my peers for exceptional analytical writing and clarity, I’ve spent my career distilling complex global issues into precise, meaningful information.

Today, I bring that same global standard of excellence to my patients in Artesia. As the current Editor-in-Chief of Acupuncture Times, I bridge the gap between ancient wisdom and modern evidence-based practice, ensuring that every patient receives care that is as intellectually sound as it is clinically effective.

Why Choose Sam’s Acupuncture?

• The Analytical Expert: My background as a national medical correspondent and international bureau chief means I don't just "treat" symptoms—I investigate them. I apply the same rigor to your health that I used when reporting for Chosun Ilbo and KBS.

• Precise Communication: Healing begins with understanding. I am committed to providing predictable, explainable, and measurable treatments. You will always know the why and how behind every needle and herb.

• Mastery of Sa-am Acupuncture: I specialize in the Sa-am Acupuncture tradition, utilizing it in over 90% of my treatments to address the root causes of physical and emotional ailments, including chronic knee pain and stress-related disorders.

• Integrative Advocacy: My unique blend of experience—ranging from Psychology to Insurance Liability (P&C)—allows me to offer a holistic, detail-oriented approach to patient advocacy and safety.

Your Health, Decoded.

"Throughout my career in international media, my job was to find the truth. As your practitioner, my job is to find the path to your recovery. Whether you are in Artesia or the surrounding Cerritos area, I invite you to experience a level of care where expertise, transparency, and empathy meet."