Kevin Chen, Ph.D., M.P.H.

University of Maryland School of Medicine

Kevin W. Chen, Ph.D. M.P.H. is an associate professor at the Center for Integrative Medicine, University of Maryland. He is a NIH-funded investigator in epidemiological study of substance abuse and clinical studies of qigong therapy for arthritis and addiction. With intensive training in research methodology, Dr. Chen has long been interested in scientific exploration of bio-field therapies and their medical applications.  With Chinese origin and long-time qigong practice Dr. Chen observed many unexplained successes in qigong healing, and is subjecting this ancient therapy to serious scientific examination. Certified as a medical qigong instructor and holding a Ph.D in research psychology, Dr. Chen is among the few scientists who have both knowledge of qigong and active involvement in qigong research in the U.S.  His research includes both verification of bio-field energy through laboratory detectors, and medical application of bio-field therapy in clinical settings.  He was involved in clinical trials to examine the efficacy of qigong therapy in treating heroin and cocaine addiction, as well as osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, cancer and chronic pain.  He is currently working on NIH- and foundation-funded research projects to apply qigong therapy and self-care methods in treatment of addiction, arthritis, fibromyalgia, cancer and other health conditions.