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Oriental Medicine Theory

OM301 Fundamentals of Oriental Medicine I (4/40)
Prerequisite: None.
An introduction to the basic theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine including the history of Oriental Medicine, the relationship of Yin and Yang, the five elements, physiological functions of the Zang-Fu (hollow and solid) organs, the formation and function of Qi, Blood, and Body Fluid.
OM302 Fundamentals of Oriental Medicine II (4/40)

Prerequisite: OM 501.
This course is a continuing study of OM 501 which includes an indepth study of the etiology, pathology, prevention and treatment principles of diseases. This course also shows some common methods of syndrome differentiation in Oriental Medicine according to the Eight Principles, Etiology and Qi, Blood and Body Fluid disturbances.

OM311 Tui-Na (3/30)

Prerequisite: AC 530, at least one Acupuncture Point.
Brief history, basic principles and manipulation techniques of Chinese massotherapy based on theories of Yin, Yang, blood, and internal organs.

OM312 Qi Gong (2/20)

Prerequisite: None.
Exercises combing motion with meditation and breathing to nourish energy with lifestyle counseling, and self-care recommendations.

OM313 Tai Ji Quan (2/20)

Prerequisite: None.
An introductory course to Chinese system of movement and meditation, which the Chinese perform to maintain good health and prolong longevity by promoting free flow of Qi.

OM421 Oriental Medicine Diagnosis I (4/40)

Prerequisite: OM 502.
An introduction to the four methods of diagnosis in Oriental Medicine with emphasis on tongue observations and pulse diagnosis. Also covered an analysis of symptoms and signs of diseases.

OM422 Oriental Medicine Diagnosis II (4/40)

Prerequisite: OM 511.
To differentiate diseases according to Zang-Fu theory and Five-Elements theory. And to differentiate diseases according to the Six-Stage theory, the Four-Levels theory and the SanJiao (=Triple Energizers) theory.

OM521 Shang Han Lun (4/40)

Prerequisite: at least one Oriental Internal Medicine, one Acupuncture Therapeutics, and one Herbal Prescription.
This course consists of the classic theories of diseases caused by exogenous wind and cold factors. Included are the etiology, clinical manifestations, pulse and tongue signs, and complications of different states of each disease. The course also covers the basic therapeutic herbal formulas according to differential diagnosis of each syndrome and different stages of disease progress.

OM522 Wen Bing Xue /Jin Gui Yao Lue (4/40)

Prerequisite: at least one Oriental Internal Medicine, one Acupuncture Therapeutics, and one Herbal Prescription.
A comprehensive presentation of the diagnostic methods of Traditional Chinese Medicine. The course and nature of disease as revealed by symptom/sign complex of a given disease within organ systems. The structure of differential diagnosis using the subjective indexes of symptom complex and the objective indexes of physical signs. Therapeutic principles studied for each specific diagnostic complex and examples given of treatment strategies using both acupuncture and herbal prescriptions. Differential diagnosis including nine interrelated systems or identification of patterns with bodily disharmony.

OM531 Oriental Internal Medicine I
(Internal Medicine I, Opthalmology, Orthopedics) (4/40)

Prerequisite: OM 512, at least one Acupuncture Therapeutics, and one Herbal Prescription.
This course is a study of clinical oriental medicine dealing with syndromes of different body systems such as the respiratory, cardiovascular system. Consideration is given to etiopathology, clinical manifestations, analysis, and treatment plan, including important herbal treatments and basic formula. Also discussed in detail is how to add herbs to a basic formula according to disease progress and different syndromes. Acupuncture treatments are also mentioned.

OM532 Oriental Internal Medicine II (Internal Medicine II) (4/40)
Prerequisite: OM 512, at least one Acupuncture Therapeutics, and one Herbal Prescription.
This course is a study of clinical oriental medicine dealing with syndromes of different body systems, especially focused on gastrointestinal system. Consideration is given to etiopathology, clinical manifestations, analysis, and treatment plan, including important herbal treatments and basic formula. Also discussed in detail is how to add herbs to a basic formula according to disease progress and different syndromes. Acupuncture treatments are also mentioned.
OM533 Oriental Internal Medicine III
(Internal medicine III, traumatology and emergency care) (4/40)

Prerequisite: OM 512, at least one Acupuncture Therapeutics, and one Herbal Prescription.
This course is a study of clinical oriental medicine dealing with syndromes of different body systems, especially focused on urinary system and also dealing with traumatology and emergency care. Consideration is given to etiopathology, clinical manifestations, analysis, and treatment plan, including important herbal treatments and basic formula. Also discussed in detail is how to add herbs to a basic formula according to disease progress and different syndromes. Acupuncture treatments are also mentioned.

OM534 Oriental Internal Medicine IV (Gynecology and Pediatrics) (4/40)

Prerequisite: OM 512, at least one Acupuncture Therapeutics, and one Herbal Prescription.
This course consists of two parts. The gynecological part consists of basic physiology of female menstruation according to oriental medical theory, different disorders and diseases regarding menstruation cycles, various changes of menstrual flow, and special symptoms accompanying the menstrual cycles. The pediatrics part consists of the study of the physiological features of children during their growth and development and etiopathological and pathological features with a comparison to adult disease. Diagnosis and treatment of some of the common pediatric diseases is included as well.