Team
In addition to the classical Chinese Medicine treatment methods, certain practitioners are also trained in the following methods:
Health Insurance
All our therapists are recognized by the EMR and ASCA organizations, EGK, Visana. Your treatments will be covered by most Swiss health insurances, if you have the supplement for Alternative/ Complementary Insurance (Zusatzversicherung für Alternativ/Komplementärmedizin). For other international insurances and specific policies coverage, please check with your provider.
ICM Mission Statement
Our ICM team is made up of Chinese Medicine and other health practitioners who are deeply rooted in the local culture. The institute works to raise awareness in the West of the long tradition of Chinese Medicine in the world. In addition to this, we provide the local community with valuable treatment alternatives and a complement to conventional medical treatments.
At ICM, we are committed to the practice of Chinese medicine as a system of medicine that is both therapeutic and preventive, emphasizing the person as the main focus to creating health. We practice both traditional and modern methods of healing, aiming to further the standard of care for each individual.
Our practitioners are either recognized A-members of the Swiss Professional Organization for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM-FVS) and/ or hold the Swiss Federal Diploma in Naturopathy TCM, or recognized by the Swiss Red Cross in Physiotherapy. They have a high standard of training and attend regular continuing education in TCM as well as other health methods.
The ICM adheres to the ethical principles of the Swiss Professional Organization for TCM (TCM-FVS).
- Acupuncture-Balance-method Dr. Richard Teh-Fu Tan, O.M.D., L.Ac.
- Japanese Acupuncture by Dr. Manaka
- Earacupuncture by Dr. Nogier
- Shonishin Japanese children's massage, Daiichi Hari Tradition
- Gut Microbiome and Microanalysis
- Mycotherapy (Medicinal Mushroom Therapy)
- (Maya) Abdominal Therapy
- Somatic Psychology
Health Insurance
All our therapists are recognized by the EMR and ASCA organizations, EGK, Visana. Your treatments will be covered by most Swiss health insurances, if you have the supplement for Alternative/ Complementary Insurance (Zusatzversicherung für Alternativ/Komplementärmedizin). For other international insurances and specific policies coverage, please check with your provider.
ICM Mission Statement
Our ICM team is made up of Chinese Medicine and other health practitioners who are deeply rooted in the local culture. The institute works to raise awareness in the West of the long tradition of Chinese Medicine in the world. In addition to this, we provide the local community with valuable treatment alternatives and a complement to conventional medical treatments.
At ICM, we are committed to the practice of Chinese medicine as a system of medicine that is both therapeutic and preventive, emphasizing the person as the main focus to creating health. We practice both traditional and modern methods of healing, aiming to further the standard of care for each individual.
Our practitioners are either recognized A-members of the Swiss Professional Organization for Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM-FVS) and/ or hold the Swiss Federal Diploma in Naturopathy TCM, or recognized by the Swiss Red Cross in Physiotherapy. They have a high standard of training and attend regular continuing education in TCM as well as other health methods.
The ICM adheres to the ethical principles of the Swiss Professional Organization for TCM (TCM-FVS).
Elaine Yap, M.Sc.
Born 1974 in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Since 2004 in residence in the Basel area.
M.Sc.TCM -Acupuncture, Herbology and Tui Na, American College of TCM, San Francisco, USA
Naturopath with Swiss Federal Diploma in TCM
Canton Basel-recognized Therapist for TCM
Certified (Maya) Abdominal Therapy Practitioner by Abdominal Therapy Collective
Dipl. Teacher for Tai Ji Quan, Qi Gong, Paul D. Pickens II Research Foundation, USA
B.Sc. General Studies (Health and Dance), University of Nevada, Reno, USA
Dipl. Coach for Rhythmic Sportive Gymnastics, National Sports Council of Malaysia
Dipl. Classical Ballet, Royal Academy of Dancing, London
A-Member of the TCM-FVS, Swiss Professional Organization for TCM
Recognized Practicum Instructor for TCM interns
Co-Founder and Management of ICM Basel
Mother of 2 children
Languages: English, German, Malay
Noriko Matsumoto-Loosli
Born 1974 in Japan
Since 2004 in residence in Switzerland
Cantonal-recognized therapist for TCM since 2012
Diploma in TCM - Acupuncture, Herbology and Tui Na, Tao Chi Zürich
A-Member of the TCM-FVS, Swiss Professional Organization for TCM
Diploma Micronutrition Consultant by Burgerstein
Recognized Practicum Instructor for TCM interns
Languages: German, English, Japanese
Damaris Vilarino
Born 1995 in Switzerland
ODA Diploma in TCM - Acupuncture, and Tui Na
Cantonal-recognized therapist for TCM
Diploma TCM - Bio-Medica Schule, Basel
Certified in Laser- Acupuncture
Swiss Matura in Bio-Chemistry
Languages: German, Spanish, English, Italian
Gabriele Rahm
Born 1955 in Emden, Germany
Since 1996 in residence in Basel
Cantonal-recognized therapist for TCM
Diploma in TCM-Acupuncture, Herbology and Tui Na, ITCM Basel
Recognized Practicum Instructor for TCM interns
Co-Founder of ICM Basel
A-Member of the TCM-FVS, Swiss Professional Organization for TCM
Education in Pedagogic Science
Project Manager for Longo Mai in various countries
Languages: German, French, English
Müjde Burunlu
Born 1983
Cantonal-recognized therapist for TCM, Acupressure
Diploma in TCM - Acupuncture, and Tui Na, HWS- School Basel
Former profession: Marketing specialist
Mother of 3 children
Languages: German, Turkish, English
Olivier Schmidlin
Born 1962 in Vevey, Switzerland
Cantonal-recognized therapist for TCM
Diploma in TCM - Acupuncture, Herbology and Tui Na, ITCM Basel
A-Member of the TCM-FVS, Swiss Professional Organization for TCM
Masters in Agricultural Engineering ETH
Carpentry
Recognized Practicum Instructor for TCM interns
Co-Founder of ICM Basel
Father of 2 children
Languages: German, French, English
Edmundo Belloni
Born 1967 in Brazil
Naturopath with Swiss Federal Diploma in TCM
Cantonal-recognized therapist for TCM
Diploma in TCM - Acupuncture, Herbology and Tui Na, Bio-Medica Basel
Recognized Practicum Instructor for TCM interns
A-Member of the TCM-FVS, Swiss Professional Organization for TCM
Diplomate in Canonical Chinese Medicine© (ICEAM Utrecht-NL)
Consultant for Microbiome und Metabolic Analysis and Therapy
Dipl. Mycotherapist GFVS
Dipl. IT Wirtschaftsinformatiker HF
Languages: German, English, Portuguese, Spanish
Frank Hediger, M.A.
Born 1969 in Basel, Switzerland
Swiss Red Cross Certified Physiotherapist
M.A. Psychology, Sonoma State University, California, USA
Diploma in Tui Na, Tai Ji Quan, Qi Gong, Paul D. Pickens II Research Foundation, California, USA
Certified Practitioner and Educator in Movement-Based Expressive Arts Therapy, Tamalpa Institute, California, USA
Member of Swiss Physiotherapy Association
Member of the Federation of Swiss Psychologists FSP
Member of the International Somatic Movement Education and Therapy Association ISMETA
Co-Founder and Management of ICM Basel
2nd Dan Black Belt Aikido, Hombu Dojo
Father of 2 children
Languages: German, English, Spanish