Our Team

"The physician's role is to understand and assist nature."

Dr. Rory crouse l.Ac dacm

Founder of Modern Roots Acupuncture

Rory is a New York state licensed acupuncturist, a member of the Acupuncture Society of New York and the American Association of Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine. He earned his Master's degree and doctorate in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Rory applies a holistic approach to patient care. He incorporates acupuncture, traditional herbal formulas, cupping, meditation and nutritional therapy into comprehensive treatment plans tailored to each patient and their needs. Rory believes in treating patients constitutionally - rather than focus exclusively on symptoms, he works to correct underlying imbalances directly. The benefits of this style are long term relief.

Rory studied many treatment styles within Traditional Chinese Medicine, including Five element Acupuncture, in addition to Japanese acupuncture techniques. He has experience treating patients in both California and New York including treating addiction in a community setting at the Fortune Society.  He is particularly passionate about Chinese herbalism. Among other things, Rory has experience treating chronic pain and discomfort, digestive disorders, autoimmune disorders, and psychological conditions.