Roger completed his Bachelor of Health Science at the New Zealand School of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine. During his four years studying to be an acupuncturist, Roger amassed over 500 hours of clinical experience.

He has travelled extensively in Europe, Asia and China teaching and studying Tai Chi and Chinese medicine. Roger continuously seeks post-graduate training, which is also a requirement for the attainment of an annual practising certificate.

With more than 40 years of experience as a practitioner and teacher of Taiji (Tai Chi) and meditation, Roger uses these skills of body and mind awareness. He combines Eastern and Western medical knowledge, offering a holistic approach in diagnosing and treating patients with the many aspects of Chinese acupuncture and medicine.

When he manages to find some spare time, Roger can be spotted sailing on the Waitemata with his partner and their family of three kids and two dogs. Roger and Jude also lovingly care for foster children in need.