In this talk, renown Qigong teacher and acupuncturist Peter Deadman is interviewed by Yair Maimon about his view on longevity and Yang Sheng.

In this course, Dr Barzilay reviews 5 key studies that will make you fall in love with Chinese Medicine and explain how it all fits with modern world diseases and conventional medicine.

Understanding and learning how to aid in the healing of depression from the unique Chinese medical perspective of the Shen and its relationship to five types of depression.

Expressing gratitude, saying thanks, is an ancient way of strengthening relationships, harmonizing stressful situations and dissolving conflicts. It’s an open door to forgiveness, which is one of the most important gates to healing in life.

The author presents his experience as MD Specialist in Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine, acupuncture and osteopathy dealing with medial knee pain. 

This webinar will delve into the history of acupuncture used as a means of revolution within the United States, based on Rachel Pagones’ new book, Acupuncture as Revolution: Suffering, Liberation, and Love. We will trace the influence of the barefoot doctors of Mao’s China on revolutionary acupuncture. We will see how the movement has evolved from 1970s-era political tactics to the trauma-informed approach of community acupuncture and of groups such as Acupuncturists without Borders (AWB). And we will recognize the fundamental contributions of Black and Latinx acupuncturists as well as Asian American activists to social justice acupuncture. 

In this course, the most famous odes and songs, mainly from the Ming Dynasty, will be covered, as well as some modern songs written with the same content and intent as the originals.

Over the past two-three years, the coronavirus (Covid) has run rampant worldwide, with millions of people adversely affected. Regarding acupuncture clinical practice, Covid has resulted in a massive spike in patient numbers across two main areas – mental health and the respiratory system.

This course is designed to get participants thinking about the reasons for their point combination choices. It will include a range of point combination strategies/themes.

This Course provides a short review of the historical acupuncture literature which provides a rich source of clinical information to inform acupuncture point selection.

In this course, Dr Yair Maimon extensively discusses point ST-9 and its clinical use. 

Acupuncture is one of the most effective treatments in slowing down or even reversing macular degeneration and retinitis pigmentosa.

This presentation will highlight where acupuncture is listed as a recommended treatment for multiple symptoms in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network clinical practice guidelines that are used by the top cancer research centres in the US and elsewhere in the world.  

In this course, Eyal Shpringer presents an integrated nutritional approach for GERD and its related symptoms, established on Chinese medicine, Ayurveda, and Macrobiotics.

Taking this course you will learn how to treat, confidently and with knowledge, women undergoing ART (Assisted Reproductive Techniques) focusing on IVF. Strengthen your understanding of female physiology and fertility. This course will teach you how to transfer western medicament and hormones into a Chinese Medicine vocabulary. 

This course explores fundamental aspects of Anxiety and Fright palpitations, shows classical vs practical syndrome differentiation and elaborates on effective acupuncture point combinations and herbs. It also covers specific clinical case examples.

This lecture by leading sinologist Elizabeth Rochat de la Vallee will give you deeper insights into these concepts of Bladder 43, Gao Huang Shu, by exploring the characters used in the point and the historical content.

In this course, Dr Hamid Montakab, MD introduces the concepts of trauma, defensive layers; the role of the subconscious, body memories, and the concept of “Body Armors” with a description of each segment and treatment strategies with the Sinew channels

After a brief physiological review, Dr. Yu introduces useful formulas for a number of common conditions in children, from cough and runny nose through digestive problems.

Martine discusses classical concepts like Gao and Huang and their relevance in cancer care in this one-hour course. These connective structures are prone to holding stagnations and toxins. Although not so well-known, these structures play an essential role in helping cancer patients recover from oncological operations and preventing re-occurrence.  During this lecture, you will learn helpful point combinations, recovery techniques, blockage treatment techniques, and some specific classics.

The most magical part of acupuncture is the ability to transform, to touch heaven in the patient, alleviating the suffering, clearing the clouds and allowing healing and change.

This is the introduction section of the Clearing the Clouds Series. In this introductory webinar, Dr Yair Maimon gives an overview and a taste of the Clearing the Clouds series. Take the whole series here: Clearing the Clouds

Together with post-natal conditioning and personal life experiences the constitution and the temperament are responsible for the formation of individual belief systems and the psycho-emotional expressions of a person. The basic belief mechanisms and habitual mind-sets will further define how the outer world is perceived and will influence the physiology as well as the pathology of a person. 

In this course, Felip Caudet, shows you how to optimize your practice by using a variety of Japanese moxibustion techniques.

In this course Michael FitzGerald discuss the rational of herbal treatments of cough in Chinese medicine with an emphasis on cough manifestations in Covid-19.

In this course, we will focus on detecting this common root cause of PMS and practice with herbs (Chinese and western) combined with simple home and clinical tests in Chinese medicine and western Public Labs.  This is a clinical herbal & nutritional lecture for thyroid, focusing on PMS, No acupuncture included in this lecture.

In this 2.5-hour lecture, she shares her perspectives on restoring the correct movements of the Spleen and Stomach, thereby treating nausea & vomiting, constipation, diarrhoea, tongue-& mouth ulcers, as well as the ‘digestion’ of the two most critical psycho-emotional aspects of a cancer diagnosis utilizing classical Acupuncture point combinations and classical Chinese herbal formulas.

This text, (circa. 17th century) is an extremely unique text in the way that it analyses acupuncture points, names, and diseases which sets it apart from any other text pre-1911.

In this TCM Talk, we examine the case that modern standard Chinese herbal medicine practice often uses a narrower dose range than is appropriate. Appropriateness, yi (宜) appears in the historical literature as a key virtue of a good physician and is an issue that applies to all aspects of practice, including acupuncture. Referencing the historical fangji literature and his clinical experience of prescribing Chinese herbs for westerners over the past 35 years, Charles concludes that some patients respond to doses that might be considered ineffectual in modern China, whilst others require doses in excess of the standard bencao recommendations.

Long parts of Dr. Montakab nearly 50 years of experience practicing Chinese Medicine have been dedicated to sleep and dreams and in this course he shares his insight, the psychological and Chinese theories of dreams and how to use dreams as diagnostic and therapeutic tool in the clinic.

This course provides a rare overview of this system by a Western practitioner, including individual case studies from 8 years of “true nature” group work.

When we apply acupuncture, our focus is mostly on supporting our patients in recovering their health. In this lecture, Dr Julia Hartung gives a different perspective on "healing". She shares her experiences with patients with advanced and progressive cancer and dying patients in a palliative oncology setting (private practice and in the hospital). She presents case studies that show the fantastic support acupuncture can provide for a person at this particular time.

In this course, Lillian Pearl Bridges focuses on how the face corresponds with the organs and how to diagnose signs of strength and deficiency, fertility, & Jing.

You can employ this information immediately to increase diagnostic skills & will support the ability to discern the effectiveness of treatments.

In this course, Dr. phil. Dr.rer.med. Dominique Hertzer uses classical medical texts to explore the characteristics of the emotion, "fear/anxiety", as the most unique of all emotions, based on the Daoist concept of fear/anxiety and its philosophical approach to deal with it.  

Dr Butch Levy’s course on GI diseases offers instruction on the application of meridian therapies along with the Eight Extra Vessels and Channel Divergents in a way that allows their simple incorporation into your clinical practice.

In this course three world renown teachers are sharing their inspiration of Chinese Medicine as well as explaining acupuncture specific points (Pc 7 & Liv 14) through these drawings.

In 2011 Japan was struck by a devastating earthquake and tsunami. Novel approaches were developed in the field as acupuncturists arrived on the scene to help. These strategies make a good deal of sense in light of the research of Stephen Porges, PhD and his Polyvagal theory. The effectiveness of these new therapies in Japan that utilize non-insertive techniques largely appears to likely be explained by an increase in vagal tone.

Reading this you are looking at a computer screen, or at your mobile phone. Our modern lifestyles are increasingly spent looking at screens - a major cause of eye related problems. Treat these conditions with Chinese Medicine.

Izabela Mietka shows the Heart and Stomach in the organ clock and compares their hexagrams, as a path to reaching their clinical applications; how the Stomach support the Heart in enjoying life, and how the Heart supports the Stomach and digestion.

This course presents the traditional Chinese practice of using the medicinal qualities of common herbs and spices, as an external form of therapy for stimulating the channels system - known as Tiān Jiǔ 天灸 or Heavenly Moxibustion

This course will give an in depth understanding of heavenly points and their clinical usage.

“So how does acupuncture work?” This course provides acupuncturists with an overview of the acupuncture analgesia research to enable them to communicate more effectively with patients, other health practitioners and the community at large when asked that question – “So how does acupuncture work?”

In this talk, Dr Jonas describes a simple, systematic approach called a HOPE (Healing Oriented Practices and Environments) visit, that helps patients tap into their inherent healing capacity

This course explains the Western and Chinese concepts of immunity, and integrate the commonality of both conceptual frameworks in their treatment paradigms.

In this course, according to Classical Chinese medical texts, Elisabeth Rochat De LaVallée explains the character of 脈, Mai – vessel, vital circulation – in Chinese Medicine.

In this course, Dr Hamid Montakab, MD, explains the function and expression of emotions as extensions of the primary instincts. He explores the Luo≈Connecting vessels' role in processing the outer world and the 5 Emotions and 7 Passions concept. With clinical examples & case studies, he shares therapeutic strategies to release emotions; treatment of the Zang-Fu patterns, diagnostic orientations; palpation to identify the emotion.

Integrating acupuncture into the mainstream medicine requires more than evidence and willingness or positive attitudes of stakeholders. The process of integration is essentially a progress of implementation and requires knowledge and skills of implementation science. This framework will facilitate the uptake of perioperative use of acupuncture / acupressure to enable positive impact on patient outcome and reduce cost associated with management of PONV and postoperative pain.

Take an adventure with David Hartmann and his 25 years of experience using Acupuncture Point Combination.

Taking us through the ancient text Elisabeth Rochat de laVallée reveals to us the different meanings in which 經 can be understood and enlarge our understanding of the concept of Meridians. 

In this course Charles Buck outlines a narrative of the greats of the Chinese medicine tradition from beginnings to modern times. To spice things up Charlie focuses on a few key herb prescriptions and the way that these represent Chinese medicine’s harmonisation idea. 

Taking in consideration the Formula Differentiation, the Constitutional Patterns, and the signs and symptoms (with a special attention given to the Abdominal Conformations), this course approaches Kampo therapeutics in a wide range of digestive disorders.

In this course Dr. Michael Weber, MD explains the yin and yang of laser therapy and how the combination of Chinese medicine and modern technology are effective, even in the treatment of children. He specifically clarifies how to diagnose and treat allergic conditions, including how many treatments are necessary and what outcomes you can expect.

Too often the traditional meaning of the Chinese «li 禮» Rituals is misunderstood. This course explores the true meaning of this essential concept in Chinese traditional thought and life.

This course provides a fresh look at the Liver in Chinese Medicine through the Chinese characters to reveal their meaning through readings text parts dealing with the Liver from Suwen 2, Suwen 4 and Suwen 8. These texts will illustrate the qualities of the organ.

This course explores some of the premier gender archetypes among this pantheon of 12 functional “gods”.

In this course, Dr. Montakab M.D. covers both seasonal and perennial allergies from western and Chinese perspectives of the causes and treatments for allergies. He talks in length about Allergic Rhinitis & Allergic Asthma, treatment strategies for acute phase and for prevention, points selection and demonstrates clinical cases.

This course explores Kid 1 and its clinical use through a beautiful and unique drawing, which brings to life the point and its different aspects of it; its name, its attributes, element, position on the body and more.

This course provides an overview of how pain is perceived, and the existing research that sheds light on the multiple central and peripheral bio-mechanisms behind the analgesic effects of acupuncture.

In this course, we will examine the construct of the mind from the Chinese perspective and how this relates to our Western neuro-psychological concepts. 

This course will deepen your knowledge of Gui≈ ghosts in Chinese medicine, their consequences, and how to treat them using tried treatment protocols.

In this course, Ofir discusses this meaningful and unique period; he translates its "roots and branches" into Chinese medicine language to get practical tools and points-of-view, to improve our work and assist women who need us so much.

Through a choice of texts coming from different schools, Elisabeth Rochat de la Vallée elucidates the classical understanding of MING 明 Light.

For the first time, Prof. Unschuld presents his translation of the Ben Cao Gang Mu, the apex of pre-modern Chinese pharmaceutical-therapeutic literature and the most extensive compendium on herbs, animals, and minerals ever written during the imperial age.

In this first of a kind course Élisabeth Rochat de la Vallée explores the meaning of numbers in ancient Chinese texts and explains the correlations of numbers in Chinese medicine.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a severe extension of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) caused by fluctuating hormones. 

Together with Karine Kedar, we explore Chinese Medicine concepts regarding the cycle and its disturbances towards our bleeding and offer interventions and ideas to make our monthly cycle a friendly guide to our inner world instead of punishment.

The Chen Zi-Ming Menstrual Cycle Model emphasises the role of the Lungs. Understanding this forgotten aspect will deepen your diagnostic and acupuncture skills.

This course focuses on the treatment of PMS from a classical point of view. 

This course is rooted in an East-meets-West approach to restoring balance and regulation in survivors of traumatic stress. It marries theoretical and clinical concepts from Western neuroscience with Acupuncture and Asian Medicine (AAM) to elucidate body-informed clinical skills for acupuncturists.

This talk explores the ways physicians, religious devotees, court officials, and laypeople used powerful substances to both treat intractable illnesses and enhance life. It illustrates how the Chinese concept of du—a word carrying a core meaning of “potency”—led practitioners to devise a variety of techniques to transform dangerous poisons into efficacious medicines. 

In this comprehensive course Dr. Misha Cohen OMD L.Ac covers all topics related to the prevention and treatment HPV Related Cancers. From epidemiology through research into a complete treatment plan which includes herbal medicine, acupuncture and more.

This course explores the ethical principles that are important to consider when working with trauma survivors. It presents a foundation for understanding the physiological, psycho-emotional and energetic dynamics of trauma from the perspective of neuro-biology and Five-Element Chinese medicine.

This introductory class will present tools and skills that will allow participants to expand the range of their craft as acupuncturists. In addition, we will explore how to bring the excitement of the edgy creativity of alchemy, intuition, and embodied presence into the treatment room in order to better meet the needs and support the healing and transformation of the patients we work with.

This program harmoniously weaves polyvagal theory with the Five Elements as our guiding framework for a profound exploration of complex trauma. 

This course is a personal summary of almost thirty years of experience treating numerous patients suffering from diseases of ‘ghost possession’. We explore the points' names and energy, deepening our understanding of the classical indications and their clinical relevance for modern-day patients.

Chinese medicine and acupuncture, in particular, are quite effective in managing the symptoms during the acute phase and treating the deeper roots.
This is the introduction to the full course by Dr. Montakab M.D.

In this course Elisabeth Rochat de la Vallée focuses on the answer given in Daoist texts as the Daodejing and explore the link between shan 善 and non-acting (wu wei 無為).

In this unique lecture, Lillian Pearl Bridges and Yair Maimon share their experiences on reading and evaluating the Shen. A better understanding of the Shen gives insights into our patients' physical and psychological health.

This course shares a deeper approach to utilizing acupuncture to transform emotions and life. You will understand the inner alchemy of acupuncture and how to apply it in the clinic; to achieve transformation and personal growth for our patients.

In this course, you will explore special needle techniques, gain a profound understanding of acupuncture points, and learn how to apply them effectively in clinical practice. Additionally, you'll discover valuable insights into treating Shen disorders, including insomnia, poor memory, heart pain, palpitations, depressive disorders, and even epilepsy.

As Chinese medicine practitioners, we can support our patients in understanding how to manage their Jing. We use certain signs to monitor its usage and encourage people to access the Jing they have yet to use. Longevity is not the goal, but being fully functional and enjoying life while living long enough to complete your life’s work is the ultimate reward.

In this course, Lillian Pearl Bridges, world-renowned “face reader”,  teaches how to diagnose and interpret the signs of sexuality and fertility that are apparent in the face.

The Fire has multiple aspects, being for instance one of the Five elements (or phases) as well as a pathological evil Qi. As one of the Five elements (or phases), it presents a double aspect: the sovereign fire and the ministerial fire. In this class, we focus on this double expression of the Fire in the heart. 

This overview will include the analysis of the pathology, research and a case study showing how to use “Windows of Heaven” points and divergent channels to help treat this condition.

Lorie Dechar introduces participants to practices and tools that can transform acupuncture points from activated sensitized areas on the physical body to gateways that open us to the soul and spirit. She discusses the use of needles, essential oils, flower essences and intention as well as the attitude and understanding necessary to engage patients at the subtle level of their psyches.

This course provides the basic understanding of endometriosis in conventional and Chinese medicine to develop strategies according to the different syndrome diagnoses including Ben and Biao of the disease. 

This class explores historical and modern concepts of Su Wen chapter 78, the Discourse on Evidence of the Four Failures. 

In this lecture, participants will learn about the unique needs of cancer survivors and strategies for developing individualized treatment approaches that may help quicken the recovery from cancer treatment and potentially reduce risk of recurrence.

This course introduces a fresh perspective, potentially unlocking new mechanisms that shed light on the profound effects of acupuncture.

The six basic “Temperaments” are represented by the “Six energy axis” or the channel systems which constitute a bridge between the inner world “Microcosm” and the outer changes the “Macrocosm” and define the basic responses and adaptations to outer events. 

Constitutions and Temperaments have a major influence on “Belief” mechanisms and further influence the physiology as well as the pathology of a person. This understanding provides a key for freeing oneself from the habitual mind-sets and behaviours.

This course provides an in-depth description of xi-cleft points and their clinical usage demonstrated through case studies.

Learn easy-to-teach Qigong practice to share with your Patients. This grounding Qigong practice helps clear out negative energetic patterns from the Organs, bringing the body back to a balanced state.  

Drawing from his own experiences in researching the effects of acupuncture treatment for allergic rhinitis (hay fever) on the immune system, Dr McDonald overviews how acupuncture can treat a broad range of inflammatory conditions including allergic rhinitis, asthma, irritable bowel syndrome, osteoarthritis and migraine.