NATIONAL NEWS
NEWS & EVENTS
What is ILSA?
Mission:
To provide professional growth and advocacy for Illinois practitioners of Acupuncture and East Asian Medicine who are members of our organization.
Vision:
Become the leading voice for our members by:
- Safeguarding and promoting the practice of acupuncture and East Asian Medicine through legislation
- Promoting excellence in the profession by offering quality continuing education
- Educating the public on the scope of acupuncture and East Asian medicine as a complete medical system
- Supporting integration of acupuncture and East Asian medicine into the health care system in Illinois
- Collaborating with out state and national associations to further our profession
Find A Practitioner
When looking for an acupuncturist near you, we know you will want the best. These practitioners stand up for their medicine and will stand up for you as their patient.
Join Us
Join The ILSA
Strengthen the acupuncture profession by joining ILSA. Your support allows the association to protect our scope of practice, provide discounts on continuing education classes and events, and allows you to build networks and community.
As an ILSA member, you automatically become a member of the American Society of Acupuncturists which provides additional discounts on insurance policies and discounts on CE’s provided in all ASA states.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is acupuncture?
What is herbal medicine?
What does it treat?
What are the laws, rules, and regulations in our state?
How to apply and what is required for licensure?
How do I renew and what is required?
About Us
About The Illinois Society of Acupuncturists
The Illinois Society of Acupuncturists (ILSA) formerly known as the Illinois Association of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (ILaaom) is Illinois’ oldest professional organization representing Licensed Acupuncturists and students, along with Acupuncture and Herbal Medical Schools and acupuncture-related businesses. It is registered with the State of Illinois as a nonprofit corporation. ILSA was formed in 1983 (as the Illinois State Acupuncture Association) to be the unifying force for Illinois Acupuncturists to uphold ethical and well-regulated standards of practice and to lobby for legislation to advance the profession.
