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Module I-
Introduction to Traditional Chinese Herbal Medicine
Module One has
three segments: Segment one gives an in-depth perspective of basic
Oriental medical theory and doctrine. We will cover the Vital Substances
and Eight Principals; as well as terminology and concepts intrinsic
to Oriental medicine. Segment two provides an understanding of the
matrix of the Chinese herbal materia medica. Crude herb examples
from each therapeutic category are accompanied by complete assays.
Segment three provides coverage of the Pattern Identification of
the Zang Fu (the five Yin and coupled Yang organs). Patterns are
a constellation of signs and symptoms indicating the disharmony
within a patient’s body, mind and spirit. Etiology, pathology,
acupuncture and herbal prescriptions for treatment will be discussed.
Module I meets for 8 weeks from:
SEPTEMBER 23- NOVEMBER 11 2008
Prerequisite reading:
Chapters 1-30 in The
Foundations of Chinese Medicine
*Prerequisite
for Modules II-VI completion of Module I or equivalent knowledge
• Module Format:
1.5 hours by telephone per week for 8 weeks.
The first hour will be lecturing, the remaining 1/2 hour will be
reserved for questions and discussion of patients.
• Provided with each
Module:
Class syllabus (will be mailed to participants)
Included with Module I-samples of 20 common Chinese herbs with herb assays
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Days and Times:
All classes meet Tuesdays @ 5:00-6:30 PM PST
Module II-
Pain; Diagnosis and Treatment
Module II explores
three major areas of pain; muscular skeletal pain, headaches, and
digestive pain, Etiology, pathology and differential diagnoses are
presented, as well as herbal treatment protocol.
Module II meets for 5 weeks from:
NOVEMBER 18- DECEMBER 16
Prerequisite
reading:
Chapters 1, l4, 15, 16, 23 and 24 in The Practice of Chinese
Medicine.
Module III-
Upper Respiratory Diseases and Eczema
Module V addresses
the Traditional Chinese Medical diagnosis and treatment of allergies,
sinusitis, rhinitis; asthma, common colds and eczema. A wide variety
of formulaeare available to treat these diseases. We focus on discerning
appropriate application of similar formulas.
Module III meets for 5 weeks from:
JANUARY 6- FEBRUARY 3
Prerequisite
reading:
Chapters 4,5, 6,7, 8 & 34 in The Practice of Chinese
Medicine
Module IV-
Chronic Fatigue & Digestive Disorders: Differentials
Diagnosis and Treatment
Module III is
presented in two segments. Segment one covers differential diagnosis,
Oriental medical theory and herb treatment of chronic fatigue. Segment
two includes diagnosis using as both herbal and dietary treatments
for digestive disorders. Students will learn how to differentiate
between seemingly similar formulas for treatment of chronic fatigue
and digestive disorders.
Module IV meets for 5 weeks from:
FEBRUARY 10- MARCH 10
Prerequisite
reading: Chapters 12, 17,18, 19 & 25, in The Practice of
Chinese Medicine,
Module V-Gynecology:
Physiology, Pathology and Herbology
This is an in-depth
presentation of the physiology, diagnosis and herbal treatment of
women's diseases according to Traditional Chinese Medicine. Disorders
presented are dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, breast disease, infertility, vaginitis,
and menopausal symptoms.
Module V meets for 6 weeks from:
MARCH 17- APRIL 21
Prerequisite
reading:
Chapters 31. 32, & 33, in The Practice of Chinese
Medicine.
NOTE: According
to TCM, accurate diagnosis of non-gynecological disorders in women
requires a fundamental understanding of the unique patterns of the
reproductive organs. Therefore, this module is recommended for all
practitioners, not exclusively for those specializing in Gynecology.
Module VI-
Psyche and Soma: Understanding Mental-Emotional Disorders and Insomnia
This module
of the series unravels the Oriental concept of the Five Spirits.
We concentrate particularly on the influence of Shen, Po and Hun
on our mental-emotional balance and sleep cycles. Treatment protocols
are included in the discussion.
Module VI meets for 5 weeks from:
APRIL 28- MAY 26
Prerequisite
reading: Chapters 9,10 in The Practice of Chinese Medicine
TO REGISTER CONTACT
Anastacia
White
E-mail: Anaherbs@aol.com
- No
refunds for classes missed.
- Cancellation
requires two weeks advance. Less than two weeks notice of
cancellation $50 fee applies.
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