About Keith Bell

R. Keith Bell

• Masters of Science in Oriental Medicine (1999)
• Diplomate in Acupuncture, National Certification Commission for
  Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine (2000-Present)
• Licensed Acupuncturist, Virginia Board of Medicine (2000-present)
• Fellow, Institute for Higher Order Thinking, James Madison University
  (2005-present)
• ISupervisor, Virginia Commonwealth University Residency Program
  (2005-present)
• Legislative Liasion, Acupuncture Society of Virginia (2008-2010)
• Professional Development Activity Provider, National Certification
  Commission for Acupuncture & Medicine (2009-Present)

A native Virginian, Keith Bell is a nationally recognized expert in the field of Holistic Health. He has spent over 20 years studying and practicing the healing arts and Oriental medicine. In 2000, Keith opened Oriental Medicine Specialists, the first medical clinic in Richmond to offer the full scope of Oriental medicine, including acupuncture and Chinese Herbology. OMS is now Richmond's premier Holistic Health Center and in 2005 Keith expanded his practice to include his Conscious Conceptions Program, the first comprehensive holistic fertility program in our area.

Keith is also committed to bringing education and inspiration to Richmond. He co-created and produced the Mid-Atlantic Holistic Health Conference in 2003 and 2004 which brought world renowned experts on holistic health to Richmond. Pioneers like, Keith's personal friend and mentor Joan Borysenko, PhD; Larry Dossey, MD and wife Barbara Dossey, PhD, RN; and world renown scientist Candace Pert, PhD. In 2005, Keith began working extensively with James Madison University, developing and teaching new courses that brought holistic theory to several programs. Keith also welcomes Residents from Virginia Commonwealth University's School of Medicine into his clinic, providing supervision and offering our next generation of doctors firsthand experience with Holistic medicine.

In the coming months Keith will be presenting more classes and workshop for the general public while he continues to provide quality health care to our community. If you are interested in having Keith speak to your class or community group, or if you'd like to schedule an appointment, please give his office a call. They'll be happy to help you.

Keith Bell in the Media

November 20, 2009 - VCU InSight
"Acupuncture Gaining Popularity Among Students" By Iva Radman and Amy Via


July, 2004 - Featured in Richmond Magazine's 25th Anniversary Issue
"Alternative Health: A Different Path" By Sarah K. McDonald

Praise for Keith Bell

“I consider myself fortunate to have a job that allows me to travel the world and meet amazing people. Keith is one of those amazing people…the best acupuncturist in the South.”
Candace Pert, Ph.D., Neuropharmacologist and author of Molecules of Emotion and Everything You Need to Know to Feel Good.


“Who would have thought that I would discover such a rare and precious gem in Richmond, Virginia? Keith is a gifted healer…and a blessing to the community.”
Joan Borysenko, Ph.D., Author of 15 books on Mind-Body Medicine.

“Your healing begins the moment you step through the doors of Keith’s office.”
Barbara Dossey, Ph.D.