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hdennae1Member28 July 2017 21:39:58

Hello! I live in Texas and am thinking of moving to the DR. I was wondering if you could share some information with me on a couple of subjects: What mode of transportation do the locals use--I've heard that they use mo-peds and golf carts around their neighborhoods? Also, do the locals live close to the beach or quite a bit inland? Lastly, who would I contact to find out about practicing Oriental Medicine and Acupuncture there--I assume there are some regulations I must follow for practicing in another country?

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plannerDominican Republic Expert28 July 2017 21:45:44

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First welcome. You have clearly never been here. YOu need to come visit and see what it is really like.

This is a big island and no not everyone lives near the beach.

Locals use motorcycle taxis, beat up cars that run a route and beat up vans that run routes as well. Many have cars and some use pasolas or motorcycles.

You will find alternate medicines not widely practices here. Not a lot of regulation on that here either. Bob will chime on on that topic I am sure!

And please read read read the various threads, there is a lot of info here.

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hdennae1Member28 July 2017 21:51:43

Thank you

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Bob KVIP Member29 July 2017 00:56:11

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Welcome. Read, read and read some more on the various threads here.

You will find it next to impossible to practice here and if you want any chance to do so you will need your residency and cedula.

Bob K

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hdennae1Member29 July 2017 16:37:32

Hello Bob,
Thank you for sharing that information. I am in the beginning stages of looking for opportunities abroad--being able to practice acupuncture is an absolute must so i will heed your advice and continue my search. Thanks!

scoldoc Active member

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scoldocActive member23 August 2021 22:58:28

Im looking for a acupuncturist on the north coast. Anyone know of one?

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