Acupuncture and Chinese medicine have rapidly gained recognition for its convenience, effectiveness, cost efficiency, and minimal side effects. Studies have shown that compared to intravenous morphine, acupuncture decreases pain much faster and more effectively. WHO’s official adaption of tr ... Read More

On May 29th, 2019 the College of Eastern Medicine (CEM) dean and students at Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) met with Congresswoman Judy Chu to discuss issues pertinent to acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) education and its role in providing quality heal ... Read More

Over the past few decades, growing opioid misuse across the United States has led to increases in overdoses, addictions, and even deaths. According to a 2015 study, between 21% and 29% of patients who are prescribed opioids misuse them. Because opioid addiction typically stems from the need for ... Read More

SCU’s President/CEO, John Scaringe, DC, EdD To understand where Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is headed, it helps to know a little bit about the man leading the charge: SCU President and CEO Dr. John Scaringe. Raised alongside three sports-loving brothers, ... Read More

Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) is pleased to announce its accreditation for the Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine (DACM) program by the Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (ACAOM). Actions for affirmation were taken by ACAOM at its wi ... Read More