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Dr. Bonnie McLean, a doctor of Oriental medicine and acupuncture physician at Spirit Gate Medicine Inc., is distinguished for her 50-year career in health care. In her role since 1985, she is well-regarded for her holistic approach to medicine, emphasizing the practice of acupuncture and how it heals the mind, body and spirit. In this regard, she aims to fully integrate acupuncture and Oriental medicine into mainstream health practices, noting that they work in tandem to provide comprehensive medical treatment. Dr. McLean commenced her career in 1967 as a registered nurse, employed in several locations across the United States. Drawing upon a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Duke University, she completed a master’s degree in counseling at Pepperdine University in 1977 and a Doctor of Oriental Medicine at the California Acupuncture College in 1986. A licensed acupuncture physician in Florida, she also earned certification in orthopedic acupuncture. Throughout her career, Dr. McLean has authored or co-authored several books, including “Principles and Practice of Pain Management” in 1993 and “Integrative Medicine: The Return of the Soul to Healthcare” in 2017, the latter a groundbreaking book interweaving several elements and exploring how these elements converge to create a compassionate approach to medicine.