S. Hunter Thompson

Dr. S. Hunter Thompson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine at Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH). With over 20 years of experience in private practice in Chinese medicine and teaching since 2001, Dr. Thompson brings extensive clinical and educational expertise to the university.

His educational background includes:

• Doctor of Oriental Medicine
• M.A. in Transformative Leadership and Social Change
• Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Lebanon Valley College

Dr. Thompson's research and clinical interests focus on the intersection of traditional Chinese medicine with modern healthcare needs. His work emphasizes psychospiritual development, exploring how Chinese medicine provides insights into spirituality and human consciousness. He also investigates gender diversity through the lens of traditional medicine, with special attention to men's health. His clinical expertise spans pain management and Chinese herbal medicine, with documented case studies in challenging conditions including metastatic cancer and PTSD.

Dr. Thompson has received the Great Esteem Award in 2019 for his contributions to the field. His professional affiliations include membership in the CEU committee of the Maryland Acupuncture Society and previous service on the Steering Committee of Howard County PFLAG.

As an educator, Dr. Thompson values individual learning styles and student contributions. He teaches a range of courses including Point Location, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Patient Intake and Assessment, Clinical Theater, and Five Element Acupuncture. His teaching philosophy emphasizes relationship-centered, evidence-informed care aligned with MUIH's holistic philosophy.

Outside academia, Dr. Thompson holds a third-degree black belt in Ninjutsu under Grandmaster Hatsumi of Japan and enjoys nature walks, photography, reading, and working in his yard. He integrates his psychology background with Chinese medicine in his exploration of psychospiritual development.