About your Acupuncturist




Akemi Meeks Borjas, AP

Akemi Meeks Borjas is a graduate of Dragon Rises College of Oriental Medicine (DRCOM), an intensive 4-year graduate program founded by Dr. Leon Hammer, world-renowned Master of Acupuncture and Contemporary Chinese Pulse. After graduation, Akemi was hired by the college, where she worked closely with Dr. Hammer.

Younger than many of her colleagues, Akemi's journey to health has not been easy, and has given her valuable real-world experience. At the young age of 22, she was diagnosed with a rare form of ovarian cancer. After undergoing surgery, she declined the standard chemotherapy treatment and instead used acupuncture, chi kung (qigong), and food therapy, in conjunction with supervised medical care. Not only did she make a complete recovery, but today she is healthier and happier than ever before.

Prior to studying Oriental Medicine, Akemi pursued intensive studies in leadership, entrepreneurship, and international relations. She is fluent in Spanish, plays classical piano, and practices Shaolin Cosmos Chi Kung under the world renowned healer and best-selling author, Grandmaster Wong Kiew Kit.

Akemi is a long-time resident of Gainesville, Fl. She is currently in private practice and is available for private consultation, referrals, as well as educational speaking engagements.

Akemi is available for a short over-the-phone consultation regarding your health concerns.

You may also email with questions or preferred appointment times.