RESUME
RONNIE A. ROYO N.D.,M.Sc.
· Doctor of Naturopathy-INDIA
· Doctor of Alternative Medicine-SRI LANKA
· Master of Science in Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Philippines
· Board Certified Traditional Naturopath-USA
· Registered/ Certified Acupuncturist –PITAHC-DOH, Philippines
· Licensed Massage Therapist- D.O.H, Philippines
· National Certified Massage Therapy/ Hilot Wellness NC II-TESDA, Philippines
· Accredited Assessor/ Trainer in Massage Therapy NC II - TESDA , Philippines
· CAM Wellness Consultant
Address: 670 Conde St., Quiapo Manila, Philippines 1001
Telefax No. (632) 734-40-93 · (632) 4002362 · Cell phone: (632) 0919-8857795,
Email Address: Website : www.naturalhealthfound.com
NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP
· PRESIDENT/ FOUNDER - Natural Health Foundation of the Philippines, Inc. (NHFPI).
· PRESIDENT- Professional Association of Massage Therapists, Philippines Inc.
· PAST PRESIDENT - Philippine Alternative Medicine Association ( PAMA ) 2002-2003.
· Member: Philippine Academy of Acupuncture Inc. (PAAI)
· Member: Philippine Naturopathic Society Inc. (PNSI)
· Member: International Association of Educator for World Peace, Philippines
· Member: International Association of Lions Club ( Manila Sunrise Chapter)
· Member: Rotary Club International (Binondo Chapter)
· Member: Philippine National Red Cross
· Member: Philippine Chamber of Herbal and Natural Health Industries Inc
· Associate Member: Safety Organization of the Philippines Inc. (SOPI)
INTERNATIONAL MEMBERSHIP
· International Member: International Naturopathy Organization, INDIA 2012
· American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (AAAOM) 2013
· Fellow Royal Institute of Acupuncture Singapore 2013
· Honorary Member – International Register of Massage Therapist, London 2002
· Fellowship Member – Institute of Alternative Medicine and Research, Calcutta, India 2002
· Lifetime Fellowship Member - Medicina Alternativa- Open International University for Complementary Medicine, Colombo, Sri Lanka 2003
· Lifetime Membership – International Iridology Certification Board, Miami, Florida, U.S.A. 2003
· Affiliate Member: World Safety Organization, USA 2012
· Member: 5th World Health Organization (5WHO), New York, USA, 2011 Website: http://5who.io
· Member: Micronational Professional Registry (MMPR), New York, USA, 2011 Website: http://mpr.io
· Member: Acufinder.com Acupuncture Referral Service (search Acupuncturist in the Philippines)
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
International Studies
§ Doctor of Medicina Alternativa : Faculty of Medical Studies: Medicina Alternativa Institute, Open International University for Complimentary Medicine, Colombo 6, Sri Lanka: Honorary Doctorate Degree, December 2002, Register No. 12.02.426.c
· Doctor of Naturopathy (N.D): Institute of Alternative Medicine, First Floor, Abbas Bldg., Near Adam – N- Eve Tailors, Opp. Rly Hotel, Jalbhai Road, Grand Road (E), Mumbai, - 400 004 India, Graduate 15 October 2000.
§ Graduate Study: Diploma in Chiropractic, Indian Board of Alternative Medicine, Kolkata, India, September 15, 2011 ( one of the alumni of IBAM visit http://www.altmedworld.net ).
§ Graduate Study: Diploma in Iridology, School of Natural Health Science, London, U.K. November 4, 2004
§ Graduate Study: Diploma in Acupuncture, Indian Academy of Acupuncture Science, Mumbai, India, March 15, 2004
§ Graduate Study, School of Natural Health Science, Diploma in Aromatherapy, London, U.K. August 21, 2003.
§ Graduate Study: Diploma in Acupressure, Institute of Alternative Medicine, Bombay, India, June 26, 2001
Post Graduate Studies
§ Masteral Degree: Master of Science in Complementary and Alternative Medicine, Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, College of Allied Health Studies, University of Makati, Makati City, Philippines. ( Graduate: January 27, 2014)
§ Masteral Degree: Master of Public Health ( earned 39 units ) June 2008- May 2009
Institute of Community and Family Health Inc. Banawe St, Quezon City, Philippines
§ Graduate Study: Diploma in Alternative Medicine: St. Francis Divine College, School of Alternative Medicine, Wholistic Medical Center, Quezon City, Philippines, Graduate: March 30, 1998
Graduate Studies
§ College : Bachelor of Science In Education ( earned 18 units) : Saint Francis Divine College, Novaliches, Q.C. Graduate of March 2002
§ College: Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, University of Mindanao, Davao City, Graduate of March 1992
§ High School: Marikina Institute of Science and Technology, Sta. Elena, Marikina, Metro Manila
Graduate March of 1987
§ Elementary: Parang Elementary School, Parang, Marikina Metro Manila, Graduate of March 1983
SPECIAL SKILLS:
§ Almost 22 years of experience in the practice of Complementary and Alternative Medicine and Expert in Acupuncture, Reflexology, Acupressure, Shiatsu Therapy, Aromatherapy, Spa Therapy, Traditional Medical Thai Massage, Clinical Deep Tissue Massage, Tuina Chinese Massage, Chiropractic, Sports Medical Massage, Sports Tapping, Neuromuscular therapy, Trigger point therapy, Swedish Massage. Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Iridology, Sclerology, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, TCM Diagnosis, Cupping Therapy, Moxibustion, Nutrition, Chromatology, Pranic Healing, Naturopathy, etc.
BOARD CERTIFIED:
· Board Certified Traditional Naturopath by New York State Alternative Medical Board, U.S.A on August 31, 2011
NATIONAL ACCREDITATION/ REGISTRATION:
· Registered/ Certified Acupuncturist by the Philippine Institute of Traditional & Alternative Health Care, Department of Health (PITAHC-DOH) on February 28, 2013
LICENSED/ REGISTERED BY:
· Department of Health Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT) December, 1994
NATIONAL CERTIFIED/ ACCREDITATION :
· National TVET Trainer Certified Massage Therapist by TESDA ( NTTC)
· Accredited Assessor in Massage Therapy NC II by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
· National Certified Wellness Hilot Massage NC II by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
· Accredited Trainer / National Certified Health Care Services NC II by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
· National Certified Caregiver NC II by Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
GOVERNMENT SCHOLAR:
· Participants in the Training Program on Korean Oriental Medicine and Indigenous Medical Science held at Korean Institute of Oriental Medicine, Seoul, Korea on July 8 - 22, 2004. Sponsored by National Economic Development Authority (NEDA) and Korean International Cooperation Agency (KOICA).
DELEGATES:
1. Volunteer Sports Therapist: 23rd South East Asian Games (SEA-GAMES), November 27-
December 5, 2005. Manila, Philippines, Published in Manila Bulletin December 12, 2005.
2. Volunteer Sport Therapist: World Culture & Sports Festival, August 1992 & August 1995.
Seoul, South Korea.
WORK & TEACHING EXPERIENCES:
1. President: Natural Health Foundation of the Philippines Inc. July 2002 up to present
2. Clinical Acupuncturist: Traditional & Integrative Medicine Clinic- Department of Family and Community Medicine: UP-Philippine General Hospital , Taft Ave. Manila June, 2007 – December, 2013
2. Massage Therapy Lecturer: Health Department, Quezon City Hall, Quezon City, June 2004-up to present.
4. Lead Assessor/ Trainor in Massage Therapy: Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA), 2007 up to present.
4. Alternative Medicine Lecturer: St. Scholastica College, Malate Manila, Philippines, 2002-2004
5. Clinical Instructor in Alternative Medicine: Saint Francis Divine College, Novaliches, Q.C. 2004-2005
6. Instructor in Complementary & Alternative Medicine: Technology & Livelihood Resource Center, Office of the President, Republic of the Philippines, Shaw Blvd. Makati City, 1992-2002
TRAINING SKILLS IN ACUPUNCTURE & MASSAGE THERAPY :
1. Certificate in Advance Acupuncture by the University of the Philippines, College of Family Medicine, Manila, Philippines, July 3, 2010
2. Certificate Course in Intermediate Acupuncture, by the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care, Department of Health ( PITAHC-DOH), Amang Rodriguez Hospital, Marikina City, Sept. 17- October 5, 2009
3. Certificate in Basic Course in Acupuncture, by the Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care, Department of Health ( PITAHC-DOH), Amang Rodriguez Hospital, Marikina City, July 20-August 10, 2009
4. Certificate in Public Health, by the Institute of Community and Family Health Inc., Banawe, Quezon City, May 26, 2009
5. Certificate in Integrated Medicine and Acupuncture, by the University of the Philippines, College of Family Medicine, Taft Avenue, Manila, Philippines, August 16, 2008
6. Certificate in Spa Therapy ( Aromatherapy and Spa Treatment w/ Body Scrub), by the Professional Association of Massage Therapist, Philippines Inc. (PAMAT-PHIL), Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, January 15, 2008
7. Certificate in Thai Traditional Massage ( Nuad Thai and Saudai Thai Massage), by the Professional Association of Massage Therapist, Philippines Inc. (PAMAT-PHIL), Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, December 16, 2007
8. Certificate in Filipino Traditional Massage (Dagdagay & Hilot Massage Wellness) by the Professional Association of Massage Therapist, Philippines Inc. (PAMAT-PHIL), Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, October 25, 2007
9. Certificate in Remedial Massage Therapy (Clinical Reflexology & Shiatsu Massage), by the Professional Association of Massage Therapist, Philippines Inc. (PAMAT-PHIL), Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, July 15, 2007
10. Certificate in Clinical Sports Massage Therapy by the Professional Association of Massage Therapist, Philippines Inc. (PAMAT-PHIL), Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, February 22, 2006
11. Certificate in Clinical Deep Tissue Massage by the Professional Association of Massage Therapist, Philippines Inc. (PAMAT-PHIL) Sampaloc, Manila, Philippines, December 9, 2005
12. Certificate Course on Korean Oriental Medicine and Indigenous Medical Science- Korea Institute of Oriental Medicine and the Korea International Cooperation Agency of the Republic of Korea on July 8- July 21, 2004
13. Certificate in Medical Acupuncture for Common Emergencies at Medical Acupuncture & Acupressure/ Meridian Balancing Treatment Clinic, Salcedo Village, Makati City, February 8, 2009
14. Certificate in Chiropractic, Manipulative Therapy, Bio-Energetic Synchronization Therapy, Reiki, Regression Therapy at Dr. Harvey Lester Natural Healing and Chiropractic Center, last October 1994 – March 1995 at Ayala Alabang, Muntinlupa City, Philippines
15. Certificate in Reflexology - Patnubay sa Kalususan: Quezon City, Philippines. June 15, 19
16. Certificate in Alternative Medicine (Reflexology, Shiatsu & Aromatherapy) at Rizal Technological University on August 12, 1993, Boni Avenue, City of Mandaluyong
17. Certificate in Naturopathy (Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Iridology & Massage Therapy) Department of Health in cooperation with United Nation Development Programme, Legaspi City, Philippines. September 5, 1993
18. Certificate in Swedish Massage & Indian Ayurvedic Massage - Ontario Training Center for Alternative Medicine & Caregiver, Quezon City, Philippines June 30, 1992
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS: NATIONAL AWARDS & RECOGNITION
1. Plaque of Recognition
Recipient Awardees’: 2011 Outstanding Philippine KOICA Fellow Award for promoting humanitarian service to different government agencies, NGO, Media and community level through Complementary & Alternative Medicine leading to Health & Wellness during the 10th General Membership Meeting of Philippine KOICA Fellows Association Inc. cited by Ms. Editha S. Abergas, President of Philippine KOICA Fellows Association, Inc. Ms. Kim Young-Ran, KOICA Senior Deputy Resident Representative from KOREA, Mr. Hwang Seong Un, Director Korean Cultural Center, Mr. Edward Eun-Gap Chang, President Korea Chamber of Commerce Phils. on December 3, 2011 held at Fiesta Hall, National Power Corporation, Diliman, Quezon City, Philippines. Published in the National News Paper-Philippine Star on January 6, 2012.
The Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) under the auspices of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MOFAT) implements grant aid and technical cooperation program of the Government of the Republic of Korea, thereby contributing to strengthening the cooperative relationship between Korea and developing countries, and promoting socio-economic advancement of the recipient countries.
2. International Citation:
Recipient Awardees’: 2010 conferred the title “ Ambassador for Peace” for Community level on Humanitarian Services in Complimentary & Alternative Medicine given by the Universal Peace Federation cited by Dr. Primitivo D. Chua M.D President Universal Peace Federation and Past President of Philippine Medical Association and also cited by Prof. Celestino Jose V. Navalta Secretary General of UPF, Philippines on January 13, 2010 held at the UFP National Headquarter Office, in Quezon City, Philippines. Published in the National News Paper- The Philippine Star, March 21, 2010
Universal Peace Federation is an NGO in Special Consultative Status with the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations was founded on 2005 by Dr. Sun Myung Moon based on New York U.S.A. to promote greater cooperation among governments, religions and NGOs in addressing critical global problems.
3. Plaque of Recognition:
Recipient Awardees’: 2006 Global Excellence Awardee for Alternative Medicine, conferred by the Asia Pacific Awards Council cited by Madam Imelda Romualdez-Marcos, Former First Lady of the Republic of the Philippines and Gov. Ray Tremblay of Lions Club International-Canada on October 12, 2006, held at Meralco Theater, Ortigas Avenue, Quezon City. Published in the National News Paper- The Manila Bulletin November 20, 2006.
4. Plaque of Recognition:
Recipient Awardees’: 2006 National Anvil Awardee for Health and Wellness in the category of Consumer Protection and Welfare during the 41st National Anvil Awards of the Public Relation Society of the Philippines (PRSP) held at Mabuhay Hall, Manila Hotel, Manila on April 7, 2006 cited by Former Senator Heherson Alvares- Chairman of the Board of Judges of the Anvil Awards. Published in the National News Paper- The Manila Bulletin April 24, 2006 and The Daily Tribune April 23, 2006.
5. Plaque of Recognition:
Recipient Awardees’ : 2005 Outstanding Young Professional Awardee for Alternative Medicine during the 23rd National Consumers Quality and Peoples Choices Awards conferred by the National Consumers Affairs Foundation cited by Governor Justo Ortis on September 30, 2005, held at AFP Theater, Camp Aguinaldo, Quezon City, Published in the National News Paper - The Philippine Star and Manila Bulletin October 16, 2005.
6. Plaque of Recognition
Recipient Awardees’: 2005 Outstanding and Meritorious Awards in International and National Services in Alternative Medicine conferred by Saint Francis Divine College, School of Alternative Medicine cited by Dr. Alfonso T. Lagaya M.D. Director General of Philippine Institute of Traditional and Alternative Health Care, Department of Health (DOH-PITAHC) signed by Dr. Milagros B. Palacio Directress/ President of Saint Francis Divine College, during the School Graduation rites held at, Novaliches, Quezon City. Published in the National News 2005.
7. Plaque of Recognition:
Recipient Awardees’: Whos Who Awardee as “2001 Outstanding Young Professional Awardee for Natural Medicine/Allied Science” conferred by the 2001 Whos Who in the Philippine Awards in Commemoration of the 16th Founding Anniversary of Parangal ng Bayan Foundation at Philam Life Auditorium, U.N. Avenue, Ermita, Manila, cited by House Speaker Rep. Jose de Venecia last September 17, 2001 signed by Honorary Adviser: President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo and Vice President Teofisto T. Guingona Jr. of the Republic of the Philippines, Published in Manila Bulletin October 01, 2001.
GOVERNMENT RECOGNITION AND APPRECIATION for HUMANITARIAN HEALTH SERVICES and COMMUNITY LIVELIHOOD TRAINING IN ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE.
1. Certificate of Appreciation
Given by the Presidential Commission Operation Office, News & Information Bureau, Malacanang for noteworthy public service in rendering Free Acupuncture & Massage Services to the beneficiaries of the PCOO-NIB Employees project held on May 2011 signed by Hon. Sonny Coloma- Secretary : Presidential Commission Operation Office, News & Information Bureau, Malacanang, PCOO-NIB Bldg, Malacanang Compound, Manila, Philippines.