Chi Institute - Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine

More space now available!

imgSmall lab groups, hands-on wet labs, and more

Small lab groups, hands-on wet labs, and more
From our flexible online/on-site curriculum to our morning Tai-ji, discover all the features that make our Acupuncture Programs unique.

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Want to hear what our students have to say?
See what people are saying about their experiences with the Chi Institute.

imgAdvanced Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, and <em>Tui-na</em>.

Advanced Acupuncture, Herbal Medicine, Food Therapy, and Tui-na.
Have you already completed a basic veterinary acupuncture course? Browse our Advanced Programs to discover new possibilities in your TCVM journey.

The best next step after your basic acupuncture training.

Learn to heal with your hands.

Be among the first to earn a Master's Degree in TCVM in the US.

What is TCVM?

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Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM), although relatively new to the Western world, is a medical system that has been used in China to treat animals for thousands of years. It is an adaptation and extension of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) used to treat humans. Speaking broadly, Chinese Medicine is a complete body of thought and practice grounded in Chinese Daoist philosophy. Though it can be traced back over two millennia in recorded history, it, like any medical system, continues to evolve today, and current research on acupuncture and herbal medicine is beginning to shed light on its mechanism of action.

Chinese Medicine is based on the Daoist worldview that the body is a microcosm of the larger, surrounding universe. As such, the cosmic laws and forces that govern the external world also govern the body’s internal environment. Just as life-energy or “Qi” is an innate force of the universe, it too is a fundamental force of the body, driving its every action and transformation. Read more...

The Chi Institute provides the highest quality TCVM education that is changing the lives of veterinarians around the world. Don’t just take our word for it, listen to what our students have to say about us. We would love for you to view the Chi Institute and TCVM through the eyes of our wonderful students.

Chi Institute News

Chi's Newest Book

The next book in the Practical Guide to TCVM series is now available., Practical Guide to Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine Vol. 4: Exotic, Zoo and Farm Animals is a great reference tool for veterinarians who serve exotic and farm animals and want a more practical approach to making a TCVM diagnosis and treatment plan.

Dr. Mitsie Vargas Chi Institute instructor and author, Mitsie Vargas DVM, CVA, CTCVMP shared about her TCVM journey and her new book on CBS LA.

2017 Annual International TCVM Conference

After receiving 125 confirmed attendees and over 20 waitlist registrations, we worked very hard to secure additional spaces. We are now able to accommodate more attendees in the Toronto Westin Prince Hotel.

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OUR PROGRAMS

ACUPUNCTURE PROGRAMS

The Basic Acupuncture Program certifies students in veterinary acupuncture. Classes are split into small animal, mixed practice, and equine practice.

ADVANCED PROGRAMS

Advanced Programs include an advanced acupuncture course as well as certification courses in the other TCVM modalities - herbal medicine, food therapy, and tui-na.

OTHER PROGRAMS

A variety of courses for people in every stage of their TCVM journey.

ANNUAL TCVM CONFERENCE

Held alternately from the U.S. and abroad, the annual conference invites TCVM practitioners from around the world to speak about their clinical cases and research.