BA MSc G.Dip MBAcC MRCHM MISRM FHEA
Duncan is available in Holborn on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays.
I have been interested in the body and eastern philosophy for as long as I can remember, which has led me to study taiji chuan, qigong, yoga and martial arts and a BA degree in philosophy and religious studies from Lancaster University before undertaking the journey into healing professions.
All of what follows has been motivated by a strong desire to help people problem solve, find the root causes to restore health and balance and improve quality of life. Everyone deserves hope, and there is always something you can do to improve your situation.
Further study in Chinese Medicine Acupuncture at the University of Westminster, School of Integrated health, a BSc degree course endorsed by the BAcC (British Acupuncture Council) and the BAAB (British Acupuncture Accreditation Board) qualified Duncan to practice in 2003.
The training included:
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Pathology
- Differential diagnosis
- Chinese nutritional therapy
- Swedish massage
After initial qualification, Duncan took the opportunity to study acupuncture and moxibustion in China in 2004. The training was at Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, in Sichuan province. This included intensive training in tui na acupressure massage in their outpatient clinic.
In 2006 Duncan completed a graduate diploma in Therapeutic Bodywork with Skills covered included:
- Neuromuscular Techniques (NMT)
- Myofascial Release (MFR)
- Positional Release Techniques (PRT)
- Muscle Energy Techniques (MET)
- Sports Therapy massage
- Traditional Thai Yoga massage
- Craniosacral therapy
The next stage in his development was the study of Chinese Herbal Medicine, in which he have gained a Master of Science with distinction for research on how practitioners are informed in their clinical use of a Chinese herbal formula.
Duncan also completed a postgraduate diploma in Gynaecology and Obstetrics in Chinese medicine with Dr Trevor Wing’s next step medicine. I an associate of natural gynae and a member of the acupuncture fertility network. This has knowledge and skills in the treatment of the special interest area of fertility, treatment and menstrual disorders.
From 2009 to 2013 Duncan was a clinical supervisor and lecturer at the University of East London (UEL) in Stratford on their Acupuncture BSc course. MSc research on the relationship between acupuncture channels and fascial anatomy was published in the Journal of Chinese medicine (JCM) here, and research into herbal medicine is published in the Lantern journal of Chinese medicine.
Ever motivated to fill in the gaps where complex and persistent pain patients stop progressing, Duncan then looked into rehabilitation planning and completed the Go-To therapist mentorship program in 2020. This is a detailed system for identifying the hidden drivers of musculoskeletal and persistent pain issues, and how to construct a rehab exercise program that fits a persons specific needs, goals and history. Exercises that get the desired effects, are activity specific and not a hassle to do.
The next stage in his journey was to look at bringing some services online which took in training as in coaching to help people identify their why, and help them make the changes they need. After this Duncan turned a hobby into another skill by completing the GMB fitness trainer certification. He has been using the GMB method for years as a supplement to other training and to develop more strength and control. It was a logical next step to be qualified to bring this movement and exercise system to others.
Duncan is a Member of the British Acupuncture Council (MBAcC), the Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine (MRCHM) and the Institute of Sports and Remedial massage (MISRM): it is advised that you find a practitioner who is a member of the BAcC for acupuncture to ensure that they have completed the requisite training to be safe and effective, follow codes of practice and conduct and are committed to continuing professional development.
If you have any questions please email me
Duncan McGechie
BA, BSc, MSc, G.Dip, CertAc (Chengdu), Dip CHM (OB/GYN)
MBAcC, MRCHM, MISRM, FHEA
For more information about the British Acupuncture Council or the Register of Chinese Herbal Medicine click. I work by appointment at London Natural health in the region of Bloomsbury, Holborn & Covent Garden, and from our studio in London SE12 (Hither Green, Lee, Grove Park).
