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ADD: 9700 West Hwy 318
  Reddick, FL 32686

Chinese Veterinary Herbal Medicine / TCVM Clinical Approach
Overall Outline
This program is presented in 5 modules over a period of one year, a total of 160 C.E. hours. Each module features tongue and pulse diagnosis, real case studies (wet lab), a TCVM approach to Western diseases, herbal medicine, advanced TCVM theories & principles. Limited seats per class, providing a more intimate learning environment.
  • Dermatology/Oncology/Immune-mediate Diseases Module

    Student Feedbacks:

    “Your program is always excellent. I can go home and put what I learn to use immediately. Thank you so much for all you have done to help my patients. I thank you and they thank you too. You have truly changed my life.”

    Cynthia Wallis, DVM - Respiratory/ Cardiovascular Class, October 12-15, 2006

    “I am inspired to practice and look forward to continuing my education with Chi Institute. TCVM has changed my life, and is benefiting my patients.”

    Karin Derfuss, DVM –Dermatology/Immune/Oncology Class, April 6-9, 2006

    I feel very appreciative to have spent time with you and all the staff at the Chi Institute.  We cannot always know the impact our words and actions have on those whose lives we touch.  I feel it is necessary to let you all know that your kindness, generosity and good works have already helped my staff, many clients here in PA, my family and me (the most).

    Cynthia Maro, DVM -Respiratory/ Cardiovascular Class, October 11-14, 2007

     
    Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicine
    5 C.E. Hours       Back to Top
    A module of Introduction to Chinese Herbal Medicines is required only for those who have not taken any Chinese herbal courses before. But it is of benefit to all. This module is now offered by DVD for $100(including text and handout). The student should watch and study all lectures on the DVDs before the regular module of the herbology program.
    • Lecture 1: Herbal Energy and Actions
    • Lecture 2: Herbal Form
    • Lecture 3: Herbal Categories
    • Lecture 4: Herbal Formula Structure
    • Lecture 5: Usage and Dosage
    • Lecture 6: Introduction to Chinese Pin Yin

    Respiratory/Cardiovascular Diseases
    32 C.E. Hours       Back to Top

    Wet Labs:(5 hours)
    Tongue and pulse diagnosis; small animal and equine case presentation
    Advanced TCVM Theory-Principles:
    - Lung Physiology and Pathology
    - Heart Physiology and Pathology.
    TCVM Approach to Western Diseases:
    - Rhinitis
    - Sinusitis
    - Nasal bleeding
    - EIPH
    - Acute Laryngitis
    - Chronic Laryngitis
    - Sore Throat
    - Bronchitis
    - Pneumonia,
    - Cough
    - Asthma.
    - Cardiovascular Pathology
    - Heart Failure
    - Hypertension
    - Cardiac Arrhythmia and Heart Murmur
    - Shen Disturbance
    - Behavioral Problems.
    Herbal Studies
    - 20 Individual herbal Materia Medica; 30 herbal Formulas
    - Distribution of 20 samples of individual herbs
    Tai-ji / Qi Gong Practice


    Gastrointestinal Module
    32 C.E. Hours       Back to Top

    Wet Labs: (5 hours)
    Tongue and pulse diagnosis; small animal and equine case presentations
    Advanced TCVM Theory-Principles:
    - Dr. Li Dong-yuan Spleen & Stomach School
    - Spleen physiology and pathology
    TCVM approach to Gastrointestinal diseases:
    - Anorexia
    - Stomatitis
    - Gingivitis
    - Megaesophagus
    - Vomiting
    - Abdominal Pain
    - Colic
    - GI Ulceration and Pancreatitis
    - Diarrhea
    - Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    - Megacolon
    - Constipation and Impaction.
    - TCM Food Therapy and Approach for Obesity.
    Herbal Studies
    - 20 Individual herbal Materia Medica; 30 herbal Formulas
    - Distribution of 20 samples of individual herbs
    Tai-ji / Qi Gong Practice


    Liver/Endocrinology Module
    32 C.E. Hours       Back to Top

    Wet Labs (5 hours):
    Tongue and pulse diagnosis; small animal and equine case presentations.
    Advanced TCVM Theory-Principles:
    - TCM Endocrinology
    - Liver Physiology
    - Liver Pathology
    TCVM Approach to Western Diseases (13 hours):
    - Diabetes Mellitus
    - Cushing's Disease.
    - Hypothyroidism / Hyperthyroidism.
    - Hepatitis/ Cholangitis / Jaundice / Ascites.
    - Hepatomegaly
    - Liver Abscess.
    - Foot problems
    - Tendon/ligament problems,
    - Uveitis/Conjunctivitis
    - Cataract/Glaucoma, Seizure/Epilepsy/Neurological Disorders.
    Herbal Studies (6 hours):
    - 20 Individual herbal materia medica; 30 herbal formulas.
    - Distribution of 20 samples of individual herbs.
    Tai-ji / Qi Gong Practice


    Kidney/Geriatric/Urinary/Reproductive
    32 C.E. Hours       Back to Top

    Wet Labs:(5 hours)
    Tongue and pulse diagnosis; small animal and equine case presentations
    Advanced TCVM Theory-Principles:
    - Kidney physiology and pathology
    TCVM Approach to Renal, Urinary, Reproductive Diseases:
    - Nephritis, Cystitis, Renal Failure.
    - Lin Syndrome (Dribbling Syndrome).
    - Wei Syndrome (Weakness Syndrome).
    - Infertility
    - Inflammatory Genital Diseases.
    - Prostate, Geriatric Medicine.
    - Bi Syndrome (Arthritis)
    - Wobbler's Disease.
    - Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD)
    - Lumbago
    - Equine Lameness,
    - Sports Medicine
    - Pediatric Medicine
    - Jing Deficiency
    - Ear Problems
    Herbal Studies
    - 20 Individual herbal Materia Medica; 30 herbal Formulas
    - Distribution of 20 samples of individual herbs
    Tai-ji / Qi Gong Practice


    Dermatology/Oncology/Immune-mediate Diseases
    32 C.E. Hours   Back to Top

    Wet Labs: (5 hours)
    Tongue and pulse diagnosis; small animal and equine case presentations
    Advanced TCVM Theory-Principles:
    - TCM Immunology
    - TCM Dermatology
    - TCM Oncology
    TCVM Approach to Western Diseases
    - Hypersensitivity
    - Pruritus/ Eruption/ Erosion/ Eczema/ Allergic Dermatitis
    - Autoimmune Diseases
    - Immunodeficient Diseases
    - Pemphigus
    - Lupus
    - Alopecia Areata
    - Cancer/Tumor
    Herbal Studies
    - 20 Individual herbal Materia Medica; 30 herbal Formulas
    - Distribution of 20 samples of individual herbs
    Tai-ji / Qi Gong Practice