Dr. Charles Lerner,
D.C.

Dr. Charles Lerner

Since graduating from Western States Chiropractic College in Portland, Oregon in 1986, Dr. Lerner has been in private practice in both Connecticut and California. In 1997, Dr. Lerner pursued a certificate in acupuncture. After attending numerous seminars, he realized his passion for acupuncture. Dr. Lerner wanted more extensive training, so he enrolled in a Masters program at Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. He completed his Masters' degree in 2007. In 2008, Dr. Lerner again expanded the breadth of his practice by adding a spinal decompression table, the only one available in Litchfield County. Dr. Lerner regularly participates in a medical mission at Hospital De La Familia, in northwestern Guatemala.

Credentials

Summary of Qualifications

  • Masters of Science in Acupuncture, 2007, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
  • Doctor of Chiropractic, 1986, Western States Chiropractic College
  • Holistic and integrative approach to health care
  • Strong experiential training in medical missionary work
  • Over eleven years experience in acupuncture treatment methodology
  • Over twenty-four years experience in chiropractic treatment methodology
  • Able to provide expert medical opinion in all aspects of chiropractic or acupuncture practice
  • Strong educational background with 24 year variety of teaching experience on lay, undergraduate and graduate levels
  • Three year history of medical research leading to two publications

Chiropractic Licenses

  • 1987 Connecticut State License
  • 1987 New York State License
  • 1987 California State License
  • 1986 Oregon State License

Certifications

  • Fellow: International Academy of Medical Acupuncture
  • Diplomate: American Academy of Pain Management
  • Certification Manipulation under Anesthesia and Hospital Protocol
  • Certification: Permanent Impairment Rating
  • Certification : X-Ray Supervisor; CA Certification # 129015
  • Certification # 30521: National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
  • Certification: California Massage Therapist
  • Certification: California Venipuncture

Professional Associations

  • 2000 - 2002 Connecticut Advisory Board, Landmark Healthcare, Inc.
  • 1999 - Present International Academy of Medical Acupuncture
  • 1996 - 1999 American Academy of Pain Management
  • 1987 - Present Connecticut Chiropractic Association
  • 1987 - 1990 California Chiropractic Association
  • 1982 - 2009 American Chiropractic Association