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Ivan Figueroa

Ivan Figueroa

About

Iván Figueroa Otero M.D. FACS, FAAMA
After graduating from the School of Medicine of the University of PR in 1970, Dr. Figueroa Otero trains as General Surgeon at the University Hospital of the UPR School of Medicine, integrating a one-year fellowship in the study of cancer, and one year in experimental research. Post-graduate studies in Pediatric Surgery, then follow at Miami Children's Hospital and the San Juan Municipal Hospital.
Looking for non-surgical or less invasive options for pediatric conditions, Dr. Figueroa Otero explores Eastern philosophies that emphasize a holistic concept of disease. He was one of the first physicians to become certified in medical acupuncture in Puerto Rico, training in traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture with professors from the University of Seville. Eventually he was certified in medical acupuncture nationally.
In 2009, he became certified in anti- aging medicine and in December of that year he retired from the practice of pediatric surgery, focusing instead on a holistic medical practice and emphasizing disease prevention and modification of life styles. In 2011 he was invited to become a Trustee of the American Board of Medical Acupuncture, which is the national body organization responsible for certifying physicians in the field of acupuncture through national exams. In that same year he was recognized by Natural Awakenings magazine as Holistic Physician of the Year.
Dr. Figueroa Otero is currently engaged in his private practice and continues in his role as an educator, trying to achieve full integration of traditional Chinese acupuncture courses in the curriculum of medical schools, promoting that physicians to be certified both locally and nationally, and to establish clinical research protocols on the use of acupuncture in known conditions compared to the methodology established by modern medicine. Another immediate priority is to incorporate meditation techniques and their role in preventive and therapeutic medicine.

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New Moon Rising

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The Pacific Plate is one of the most geological active areas in the world, and the site of constant volcanic and earthquake activity.  The Ring of Fire, in the Pacific Ocean, will soon escalate its impact on mankind.  Two brothers, one a geologist and one a surfer are at the center of and event that will change the Earth, forever.

Story Behind The Book

Finalist 2015 IAN Best Book Award ¿Can our spirituality be explained through the use of technology? In his first book, Spirituality 101, Dr. Iván Figueroa-Otero presents a guide to self-understanding while closing the apparent gap between the religious and scientific vision with an eclectic and original delivery. This version (1.2) is a deliciously funny, tongue-in-cheek update, where every concept, idea, image and advice is carefully defined with technological elements like virtual domains, bits, and RAM. Here, the questions, Who am I? Where do I come from? Where am I going? the human race has been studying for centuries are explained in a way accessible to anyone with a smartphone or a computer. "Imagine our Universe as a big computer, where the quality of its computation is directly proportional to the quality of the input data. And where every programming error is reversible and re-programmable, with a little bit of patience!" Iván Figueroa-Otero, MD FACS

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Reviews

<div class="reviewBody"> <h3><strong>Finalist Independent Author Awards Competition Genre Religion-Spirituality</strong></h3> <div><b>Maria Beltran Readers Favorite</b><br /><span>In Spirituality 1.2, Dr. Figueroa talks about a wonderful web of ideas that unfolds into an organized guide through &quot;the Cyber Network&quot; of one's life.</span><br /><span>More importantly, Spirituality 1.2 is highly insightful and offers its readers a unique perspective. While meant to reach out to younger audiences. It will not come as a surprise if the effects of his book become far reaching in the spirituality category.</span></div> <div> </div> <div><b>Maria Beltran for Readers' Favorite</b><br />  Dr. Figueroa-Otero has done it again - after the<br /> success of his self-published first book, Spirituality 101, he has updated his concepts in Spirituality 1.2. This time intended for the &quot;tekkie&quot;generation, Figueroa brilliantly bridges spirituality with science, using technological terminology as metaphors to philosophical and scientific concepts that are at times quite huge to grasp altogether. His playful presentation (such as his tongue-in-cheek explanations, tests, reviews and final exam) easily opens up readers to better comprehension.<br /> Reviewed by Samantha Coville for Readers' Favorite There are some questions that never age. Curiosity about our origins, our purpose in life, and our final destination has always piqued the interest of everyone. In Spirituality 1.2 For The Disconnected From The School Of Life, Dr. Figueroa presents his thoughts and opinions on these intriguing questions with language that our modern, technology focused world can grasp. Comparing life to computers and online socializing, Dr. Figueroa presents a funny look at serious subjects, making the adventure to self-actualization that much more enjoyable.</div> <div> </div> <div> <div class="reviewBody"><b>Samantha Coville Readers Choice</b><br /><span>If I had to describe this book in one sentence it would be: what a hoot!</span><br /><span>This was so much fun to read because the author's unique</span><br /><span>perspective on an overwritten topic. Dr. Figueroa makes</span><br /><span>everything easy to understand, and delivers it in a fresh way that I believe will resonate with multiple age groups.</span><br /><span>I would definitely recommend it to anyone who is in love with their technology, and who is interested in the deeper questions in life. This is a riot of a read that I</span><span> think you will thoroughly enjoy. I'm curious to see what the author will think of next!</span></div> <div class="reviewBody"> </div> <div class="reviewBody"><b><span>Janelle Alex, Ph.D. for Readers' Favorite 4 Stars</span></b> <span>It is well written, colorful and eye-catching. Breathe deep, settle into a</span><br /><span>quiet space, and open your heart and mind so that you may absorb and</span><br /><span>comprehend the complex ideas, computer jargon, and unique spiritual</span><br /><span>terminology. Spirituality 1.2 is a book like none other. Figueroa-Otero</span><br /><span>shares a rare opportunity on how to connect to and deepen your</span><br /><span>spirituality from a very modern perspective.</span></div> </div> </div>