Returning to the Source: A Deeper Understanding of the Zang-Fu and Disease Through the Chinese Medical Classics

Course overview

One of the key differences between Chinese medicine (CM) and other systems of medicine is the unique understanding in CM of zang-fu physiology and patho-mechanisms. Through his translation and study of source texts, Bob Damone provides participants in this class the chance to see Chinese medicine in a new and clearer light, presenting the integrated roles of each CM viscera and bowel in health and disease. In this class you will: Increase your understanding of zang-fu physiology and pathomechanisms by studying reliable translations of Chinese language sources, including classical texts such as Nei Jing (Inner Canon) and Nan Jing (Classic of Difficult Issues) Go beyond English textbook presentations of zang-fu physiology Explore CM pathology by gaining a clearer understanding of pathomechanismswhy and how zang-fu function and relationships can lead to disease Increase your clinical mastery by strengthening your CM foundation