Mina Larson, CEO of NCCAOM and expert in acupuncture, joins Afua Bromley, a professional in practice development, to tackle the evolution of acupuncture in the West. They discuss the historical challenges the profession faced, including past legal issues and the present impact of COVID-19. The conversation highlights the importance of advocacy, the rise of telemedicine, and the resources available for acupuncturists. They also explore the emotional toll of the pandemic on practitioners and the need for community support.