Professor Fanyi Meng is a distinguished scholar and practitioner in the field of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Born in Beijing, China, Professor Meng holds multiple prestigious qualifications and has a profound impact on both academia and clinical practice. Currently, he serves as a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for the BSc (Hons) Acupuncture at Lincoln College, United Kingdom.
Educational Background: Professor Meng’s academic journey began at the esteemed Beijing University of Chinese Medicine, where he earned his Medical Bachelor Degree (1978-1983) and subsequently his Medical Master Degree in Chinese Diagnostics (1986-1990). His postgraduate pursuits also led him to Hubei University of Chinese Medicine, where he completed a Postgraduate Certificate of Medical IT, further refining his expertise in the medical informatics domain.
Teaching Qualifications: Demonstrating a strong commitment to education, Professor Meng completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Post-Compulsory Education at the University of Lincoln, alongside a Postgraduate Certificate of Higher Educational Theory at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine. These qualifications solidified his foundation in higher education pedagogy and prepared him for his future roles in academia.
Professional Memberships: Professor Meng is an active member of several professional bodies. He is a Board Member of the World Federation of Chinese Medicine, holding key positions in its Educational Board and Ya-Jian-Kang sub-committee. Additionally, he is a Committee Member of the Pan-Europe Federation of Traditional Chinese Medicine Societies (PEFTOS), a Fellow of the Higher Educational Academy UK, a member of the British Acupuncture Council, and the Vice President of the Chinese Medicine Alliance UK.
Professional Experience: Professor Meng’s career is marked by significant academic and clinical appointments. Between 2004-2012, he was a Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader for the Acupuncture and Complementary Medicine Programmes at the University of Lincoln’s Faculty of Health, Life and Social Science. From 2000-2004, he served as Clinical Director and Visiting Honorary Senior Lecturer at Asante Academy of Chinese Medicine, an affiliated teaching centre for Middlesex University, London. His earlier roles include being a Chinese Medicine Practitioner in London (1998-2000), Associate Professor in the Chinese Diagnostics Department at Beijing University of Chinese Medicine (1992-1998), and Lecturer in the same department (1988-1992). He was also a Visiting Research Fellow at Waseda University’s Human Science School in Tokyo, Japan, in 1994.
Research and Publications: Professor Meng has a robust portfolio of peer-reviewed publications, particularly focusing on the management of psychological disorders caused by COVID-19, the effects of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine on assisted reproductive technology, and cancer care through Traditional Chinese Medicine. His research contributions are published in esteemed journals such as the International Journal of Clinical Acupuncture, Journal of Chinese Medicine, and Journal of Obesity and Diabetes. He has also co-authored several influential books, including “Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Treatment of Post-COVID-19 Syndrome” and “Chinese Medicine Diagnostics”.
Through his extensive experience and unwavering dedication, Professor Fanyi Meng has significantly contributed to the advancement of Traditional Chinese Medicine, impacting both the academic world and clinical practices globally. His ongoing work continues to bridge Eastern and Western medical philosophies, enhancing the understanding and integration of TCM in modern healthcare.