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ABOUT US
Dr Darren Carpenter
Dr Carpenter is a registered Doctor of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture based in Sandton, Johannesburg, with a clinical focus on fertility support and musculoskeletal pain management. Since 2017, he has helped patient with conditions such as IVF, chronic neck pain, lower back pain, and sciatica.
He completed his Master’s degree at the University of Johannesburg in 2024, where his research focused on the use of acupuncture in the treatment of sports injuries. This advanced training underpins his precise, results-driven approach to both pain management and physical performance.
Dr Carpenter holds dual qualifications, a BSc in Complementary Health Science and a bachelor's of Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture, enabling him to integrate traditional principles with modern, evidence-informed care. His clinical approach is research-driven while remaining highly personalised to each patient.
He has further advanced his training internationally, completing a clinical workshop at Zhejiang Chinese Medical University focused on modern acupuncture protocols. In addition, he has presented his work at international acupuncture conferences, reflecting his ongoing contribution to the field and commitment to staying at the forefront of clinical practice.
In addition to clinical practice, he serves as the Councillor for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa and is the Vice President of the Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Africa. He is also actively involved in mentoring and clinical education, contributing to the development of future practitioners.
Arie Mudau
Arie Mudau is a registered acupuncturist focusing on Pestle Needle Therapy, Facial Rejuvenation, and pain management. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Complementary Medicine at the University of Johannesburg and is registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA).
With a passion for holistic and patient-centred care, Arie focuses on understanding each patient’s unique health concerns and developing individualised treatment approaches. She has a particular interest and experience in sports recovery, stress reduction, and supporting overall health and wellbeing.
Arie has further trained in various acupuncture-related modalities, including cupping therapy, moxibustion, gua sha, and auricular acupuncture. In 2025, she completed specialised training in Cosmetic Acupuncture and Facial Rejuvenation and is currently one of the pioneers introducing Pestle Needle Therapy in South Africa following her training at the Hospital of Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine supervised by the Sichuan Institute of Chinese Medicine in China.
Committed to maintaining high clinical standards and evidence-informed practice, Arie strives to provide care that is focused on empowering patients throughout their health journey, and truly embodies the Centre of Clinical Acupuncture's standard of patient-focused healthcare.
Our role in the community
Discover how we are advancing healthcare, protecting the public, and supporting our communities through professional regulation, education, and service.
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We are deeply committed to ensuring that patients receive high-quality, effective healthcare. Since 2022, Dr Carpenter has served as the Councillor for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at the AHPCSA, a regulatory body dedicated to upholding professional standards across various allied health professions. In this role, he advocates for the integration of traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture within South Africa’s broader healthcare system, ensuring that practitioners adhere to best practices and ethical guidelines.
In addition to his role as Councillor, Dr. Carpenter contributes to the AHPCSA’s governance through his involvement in the Finance and Communications Committees. Through the Finance Committee, he helps oversee the organization’s financial sustainability, ensuring resources are effectively allocated to support its regulatory functions. As a member of the Communications Committee, he plays a key role in promoting public awareness and understanding of allied health services, fostering transparency, and facilitating communication between practitioners, regulatory bodies, and the public.
Community Service
At The Centre of Clinical Acupuncture, we believe that quality healthcare should be accessible to everyone. Our practitioners are actively involved in community outreach initiatives, volunteer screening programmes, and public health projects that help improve access to healthcare for underserved communities across South Africa.
Led by Dr. Darren Carpenter and supported by our clinical team, we are committed to using our skills and expertise to make a meaningful impact beyond the walls of our practice. Through community service, health education, and collaborative outreach programmes, we strive to promote healthier communities while increasing awareness of the role that Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture, and integrative healthcare can play in improving quality of life.
At The Centre of Clinical Acupuncture, our practitioners are committed to advancing healthcare through clinical excellence, education, research, and professional leadership. Members of our team are actively involved in teaching, mentoring, professional associations, and the ongoing development of integrative healthcare, ensuring that our patients receive care that is informed by both clinical experience and the latest evidence.
The practice is led by Dr. Darren Carpenter, who serves as Vice President of the Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture Association of Africa (CMAAA) and holds leadership roles within the profession. Alongside the rest of our clinical team, he is actively engaged in research and has contributed to peer-reviewed publications that strengthen the evidence base for Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Together, our practitioners are dedicated to advancing the profession while delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
