About Michelle Gellis AP DiplAc

Michelle Gellis is a Florida Licensed Acupuncture Physician and the author of Treating the Face: A Comprehensive Guide for Acupuncturists and Health Professionals. Currently, she is on Doctoral Faculty at Yo San University (Los Angeles), and she is a former Faculty and Clinic Supervisor at the Maryland University of Integrative Health (2005-2019). Michelle has been teaching facial acupuncture classes internationally since 2006. Throughout her career, Michelle has been sought out to lecture by numerous prestigious national and international organizations such as the Pacific Symposium, The Florida State Oriental Medical Association, The Acupuncture Association of Chartered Physiotherapists (UK), China Books (AU), and American Acupuncture Council. Michelle brings a vibrant teaching style and breadth of facial and cosmetic acupuncture knowledge encompassing safety, ethics, theory, history, point location, and unique precision needling techniques.

Michelle Gellis holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in computer science from Seton Hall University School of Business and a Master of Science Degree in Acupuncture from the Traditional Acupuncture Institute.

Ms Gellis holds the distinction of being one of the very few acupuncturists in the country certified to teach acupuncture facial rejuvenation — also known as cosmetic acupuncture — certification classes on a national level to other acupuncturists.

In addition to cosmetic acupuncture, Michelle teaches treating neuromuscular facial conditions, microneedling, facial cupping, gua sha, ethics, safety, red light therapy, and several other courses related to treating the face.

She has been published in The Journal of Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture Today, the Maryland Acupuncture Society Newsletter, and The Acupuncture Desk Reference and featured in Her Mind Magazine, Howard County Business News, and Be Well World Magazine.

Acupuncture publication articles authored by Michelle Gellis:

What really draws me in is your teaching style

Hello from one of your newest super fans! After seeing your posts for a few years, I started taking a few online classes, just got your GORGEOUS and ERUDITE book and already have post-its and highlights all over it. The combination of scholarship and practicality makes it an inspiring study tool.
I'm all in! Just entering my 25th year of practice, I work in a FQHC community health clinic part-time and have specialized in autoimmune diseases in my private practice treating all kinds of difficult cases. I'm sure it's a familiar story to you that at 58 as my face started to collapse, I suddenly got interested in alternatives to medi-spas.
But what really draws me in is your teaching style, sense of humor and the way you share your expertise so clearly. I appreciate reviewing (and learning) facial anatomy and nerves and I also very much resonate with the core teachings of how we relate with patients. I'm soaking up your videos and book like I'm binge watching a favorite show! And of course I can't wait to buy the microneedling pen and derma rollers.

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I’m thrilled to bring these facial services into our clinic

Hello Michelle! I was in your Sarasota class last weekend and wanted to send a huge thank you. I so enjoyed your class, the materials, and the content. I’m thrilled to bring these facial services into our clinic in Largo. I’ve also been using your facial cups for a few months now and really enjoy using them. Thank you for the fantastic class!!

Jill Pahl

In-depth and thorough

I am obsessed! Thank you so much for being so in-depth and thorough. You and your class have made a significant impact on me, my career and my overall self-esteem by your benevolence and knowledge – I am so encouraged.

Trevor – Livestream, 2021

Well worth every penny

I loved being in Michelle Gellis's class. Well worth every penny! The content was precise and the delivery of advanced facial rejuvenation was superb in every way. Michelle makes her class fun while handing the practitioner everything to begin using learned techniques right away. The hands on and practice portion was planned out perfectly. I loved it so much. Can't wait to take some of her online classes!

Dr. Kym Caporale, DACM

A gifted teacher

You are a gifted teacher! I am enjoying the class, and after over 47 years of medical and 26 years of acupuncture training I've attended a load of classes!

David C.

Amazing

This class is AMAZING!!  Michelle Gellis is an acupuncture genius, intuitive goddess and FUNNY AS HELL!  Literally the best.

Heather G.

An inspiration

Excellent weekend.  You are an inspiration on so many levels – acupuncturist, entrepreneur & ageless! Thank you.

Student – Boston, MA, 2014

I feel confident

Great seminar!  Easy to follow, clear instructions.  I feel confident to practice on my own!

Student – Los Angeles, CA, 2017

Great content and presentation

Great time, great content and presentation.  Did not feel rushed or pressured.

Student – Sarasota, FL, 2016

Amazing teacher

Absolutely amazing teacher with knowledge and tips for all kinds of practitioners.  I would be more than happy to take any of her classes.

Student – Fulton, MD, 2010

Great workshop

Instructor was extremely knowledgeable, warm, and personable!  Great Workshop!  Loved it!

Student – Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 2015

Great work

I am so excited to be part of this class…you do great work teaching this valuable acupuncture modality.

Susanne D., licensed acupuncturist

Easy to follow

I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed the Facial Rejuvenation class. I'm so excited to begin working with patients and helping them look and feel younger with Acupuncture. Everything was well-researched and easy to follow.

Lisa Beach, LAc MAc

The results were exciting

Michelle's facial rejuvenation acupuncture class was a pleasure to take… We had the opportunity to practice what we had learned on one another, and the results were exciting! After just one practice treatment, facial lines were reduced and the skin had a very healthy, vibrant glow. Thanks for a good experience Michelle!

Val Sjoberg, LAc MAc

A definite value

Facial Acupuncture CEU Classes with Michelle Gellis are a definite value for the new or seasoned practitioner who wants to expand the dimension of their acupuncture practice.

Sherrie Black, LAc MAc

Very beneficial information

Thank you Michelle...I had gotten very beneficial information from your Webinar...great handouts and lecture...much appreciated as a professional acupuncturist.

Diane C.

The training gave me the confidence to needle the face

My training with you has tremendously helped with me facial stroke patients! The training gave me the confidence to needle the face and also, to use facial cups and the jade roller. I recently had my Bell's Palsy patient buy the facial cups so that she can use them at home, in-between treatments. She is so happy to be able to do some self-help.

Susan M.
Michelle Gellis, industry expert in Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial Rejuvenation

Michelle is the author of Treating the Face: A Comprehensive Guide for Acupuncurists and Health Professionals, available from our sister website, AcuLiftSkincare.com

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