noun
acupuncturist and moxibustion practitioner
A licensed professional who performs both acupuncture and moxibustion treatments. Often used in medical or occupational contexts.
彼は国家資格を持つ鍼灸師です。
He is a nationally licensed acupuncturist and moxibustion practitioner.
腰痛で鍼灸師の治療を受けた。
I received treatment from an acupuncturist for my back pain.
医師 is a general medical doctor, whereas 鍼灸師 is a specialist in traditional East Asian medicine techniques.
Compound of 鍼 (shin, 'acupuncture needle'), 灸 (kyū, 'moxibustion'), and 師 (shi, 'master' or 'specialist').