Overview
Description
Use of Acupuncture as an adjunct to Western Allopathic Medicine to treat a variety of common problems that present to outpatient primary and specialty care offices. Worth 2 weeks of medical school electives credit.
Units
0 units
Catalog Details
Offering
Offered: Every Fall and Spring
Terms
fall, spring
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Learning Outcomes
- describe basic theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine, including concepts of Yin/Yang, 5 Elements, and 8 Diagnoses.
- trace the general course of the 14 classical acupuncture meridians on the surface of the body and locate important points.
- identify points of the acupuncture micro-systems, including points located on the ear, scalp, and hand.
- explain current theories on the scientific basis of acupuncture.
- experience the range and scope of Medical Acupuncture in a hospital outpatient setting.
- describe basic treatment theories for a variety of styles of acupuncture.
- interview Medical Acupuncture patients, interpret outcomes, and develop basic treatment protocols.