| 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.
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| 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. |