Dr. Bob Malecki DTCM

Dr. Bob Malecki is a Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) who graduated as Valedictorian with magna cum laude honors from Pacific Rim College. He specializes in Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Shi Liao (diet therapy), fire cupping, Gua Sha (fascia scraping technique), Tui Na (Chinese massage), and moxibustion. Dr. Malecki customizes treatment plans using these techniques based on individual patient needs. With a diverse background that includes operating heavy machinery and working in construction, he shifted his career path after discovering a passion for TCM during a Holistic Nutrition program in Victoria. He completed his Doctorate in December 2021 after five years of rigorous study and over 1,000 hours of clinical training.

Dr. Malecki views TCM as a holistic practice that considers the body as a whole and its relationship with the environment. His approach involves a thorough assessment of a patient’s lifestyle, digestion, emotions, and physical health to identify patterns that inform the TCM diagnosis and treatment. He combines appropriate acupuncture points and herbal medicine with other modalities to help bring the body to a harmonious state. Passionate about the long history and wisdom of Chinese Medicine, Dr. Malecki often references classical Chinese texts to find solutions to modern health issues. His ultimate goal is to support his patients in achieving a balanced state of health, overcoming disease, and living a long and fulfilling life.