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Gynaecology I - Physiology (15 CEUs / $180.00) *Special Offer: $140.00
Covers the physiology of the women’s gynaecological system and is the foundation
for successive Gynaecology courses. It includes many important principles that must
be grasped in order to diagnose and treat gynaecological problems successfully.
This course consists of a 238-slide presentation with with audio narration,
text, diagrams and over 150 photos, together with an audio live lecture on Gynaecology by Giovanni. The Audio Lecture section builds on the presentation material and adds informative spontaneity and improvisation.
Course topics include:
• The Uterus in Chinese medicine
• The nature, origin and function of Tian Gui
• The 4 phases of the menstrual cycle
• Menstruation and the internal organs
• Physiology of menstruation and the 8 Extraordinary Vessels
Upon completion, participants will understand:
1.) The view of the Uterus in Chinese medicine, how this fits in with Western
medicine and the influence of various organs on the Uterus.
2.) The nature, origin and function of the Tian Gui, the correspondences between
Tian Gui and the ovaries and correlations between the Chinese and Western
medicine's view of ovulation.
3.) The Chinese view of the four phases of the menstrual cycle in a clinically-relevant
way and the relationship with the Western hormonal follicular and luteal phases. This
section of the course will give the treatment principles for each phase together with
the herbal and acupuncture treatments.
4.)
The influence of each internal organ on the Uterus and menstruation, exploring
in detail the influence of the Kidneys, Liver, Spleen and Stomach on menstruation.
5.) And finally, the pathways and functions of the 8 Extraordinary Vessels in relation
to women’s physiology and menstruation.
This course includes clear diagrams and several quotations from the Classics.
Although the course primarily deals with the physiology of women’s gynaecological
system, it also includes many clinical tips on treatment and clinical notes to illustrate
the application of the concepts explained to actual treatment.
Giovanni's book, Obstetrics & Gynaecology in Chinese Medicine, is also an excellent
resource and recommended reading in addition to this course.
Also, please see listing of Live Seminars and Books offered by Giovanni Maciocia.
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