E-learning | Whole systems of medicine: East Asian medicine

Deze e-learning wordt aangeboden in samenwerking met de University of Arizona.  De kwaliteit is hoogstaand en er wordt gewerkt met verschillende werkvormen (interactieve casuistiek, quizen en video). De geschatte tijdsinvestering is 11 uur. Alle onderdelen zijn engels, zo ook de toelichting hieronder. Je kunt dit eenvoudig naar het Nederlands vertalen met Google Translate of de vertaalopties in bijvoorbeeld Chrome.

E-learning | Whole systems of medicine: East Asian medicine

The medicine that developed in Asia over the course of 4,000 years blossomed under a very different mindset than the Western system of medicine, which is perhaps less than 700 years old (post-Middle Ages). EAM is often referred to as a “whole medical system” in that it involves a complete system of theory and practice that has evolved independently from or parallel to allopathic (conventional) medicine (White, 2004).

Although TCM is taught and practiced most widely throughout the United States, East Asian Medicine (EAM) is a broad term that serves as an umbrella for three major styles of Asian medicine that share similar roots, including:

• Traditional Chinese Medicine “TCM” (occasionally referred to as Classical Chinese Medicine or “CCM”)
• Korean (Sasang) Constitutional Medicine (sometimes known as Traditional Korean Medicine (TKM))
• Traditional Japanese Medicine (sometimes referred to as “Kampo” medicine)

The EAM worldview is expressed through its unique language and the understanding of the importance of “vital energy” or Qi (pronounced ‘chee‘) in the state of health of the individual. The individual’s situation is always considered in relationship to the environment with the understanding that health, or well-being, is achieved through maintaining a balance between elements of heaven (or sky), earth, and outer and inner experiences. The human being is a link between heaven and earth and, in this way, creates a pathway of communication between the two. This makes the study and practice of TCM an interesting experience for most people who have not considered how another culture, let alone a different medical tradition, would approach health, well-being, and disease. It can be an exciting exploration and a gateway to explore other ways of understanding relationships between the physical body and our internal and external environments.

No CME/CE credit available. Course length is estimated at 10.75 hours.

Within the TCM modules, subjects covered will include the following:

• Brief History of TCM: Origins and development of its therapeutic systems
• Yin/Yang theory: Yin and Yang as representative of the world and universe, health, the body, the mind / spirit, and therapeutics
• 5 Element Theory: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water and how they interact creating balance or imbalance
• Eight Principles: Descriptions and clinical manifestations (normal and pathological)
• Vital Substances: The concepts of Qi, Blood, Body Fluids, Essence and Spirit
• ZangFu: “Organ systems” of TCM and their physiological and energetic functions, relationships and pathologies
• Causes of Disease: Internal and external causes, lifestyle and related factors
• Meridians: Theory, acupuncture points and energetics
• Constructing a Different Diagnosis use lens of East Asian Medicine
• Brief Survey of TCM Therapeutic Techniques: Acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, dietary advice, and herbal medicine
• Credentialing & Licensure: An overview of state and national requirements for practicing TCM—you will do research on your state’s requirements

Course Objectives:

• Describe the historical, philosophical, and theoretical basis of Traditional Chinese Medicine and its current status in China and the US
• Describe the different treatment modalities in East Asian Medicine
• Identify efficacy, effectiveness, and safety for East Asian Medicine
• Appropriately refer for East Asian Medicine treatment
• Identify East Asian Medicine providers who are appropriately credentialed

Inschrijving

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