JOHN BURNS, DPT, MPT, MSOM, DIPL-AC

John Burns DPT, MPT, MSOM, Dipl-Ac, is a nationally-recognized instructor of both Tai Chi and Qigong.  For the past 30 years, he has explored the mind-body connection within the healthcare setting and created exercises and therapies to address it.  Dr. Burns provides instruction of mind-body exercises in community and rehab settings, psychiatric hospitals, and to physical therapy students at Marquette University.  In addition, he teaches students about oriental medicine at the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine.  His seminars blend the most current evidence and his experience with a teaching style that reflects his passion and conviction to improve upon the health of people of all ages and abilities.  He is the founding director of the Academy of Mind-Body-Movement and the Tao F.I.T. Center of Health Fitness and Wellness.  Dr. Burns is also the clinical coordinator of acupuncture and mind-body exercises at Aurora Health Care.  He holds a Doctor of physical therapy degree from the University of Colorado Medical School and a Master of Science in oriental medicine degree from the Midwest College of Oriental Medicine.  With his extensive knowledge and experience in both Western and Eastern medicine, he developed this program to help empower you in your continued efforts to provide optimal client-centered care.