AC4461 Meridian Theory & Point Location 1 - Credits
2.5
This course begins with an introduction to the meridians of
acupuncture and how they form a complete circuit throughout the
body. Relevant scientific research will be presented that examines
the meridians and Qi in light of technological advances that are
now able to detect them. Each channel will be studied, both its
internal and external branches, and every student is encouraged to
become aware of the energetics of the meridians as they are being
palpated and understood. The six energetic axes are introduced
along with how they correspond to different energetic zones in the
body. Using lecture, demonstration and small group practice,
students learn the precise location for all of the acupuncture
points on the 12 main channels, as well as the conception/ren and
governing/du channels. Other commonly used extra points will be
taught as well. Using the Chinese anatomical measurement system
(cun) as well as precise anatomical landmarks, students palpate
each point, learning location, depth, insertion technique, and
contraindications. Adopted by the World Health Organization,
students learn the nomenclature (name and number) for each point in
English, and certain classical points are learned in Chinese as
well.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: WB4400
AC4462 Meridian & Point Energetics 1 - Credits
2.0
This course focuses on the energetic properties and functions of
the acupuncture points. Each point is studied individually as well
as in comparison to other points on the meridian, and with points
on different meridians with similar functions. The theory and usage
of each acupuncture point is discussed in depth, along with special
categories and groupings of points, e.g. lux connecting points,
yuan source points, xi-cleft points, five element points, and mu
& shu points. Methods of combining points into effective
treatment prescriptions are discussed in depth; students learn how
to select appropriate point combinations to effectively treat
corresponding patterns of disease. In this twoseries course, 12
regular meridian points, eight extraordinary meridian points, and
major extra points will be covered.
Prerequisite: OM4405
AC4463 Meridian Theory & Point Location 2 - Credits
2.5
This is a continuation of Meridian Theory and Point Location
1.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: WB4400
AC4464 Meridian & Point Energetics 2 - Credits
2.0
The second in a series, this course continues focusing on the
energetic properties and functions of each acupuncture point.
Prerequisite: OM4405
AC5471 Acupuncture & Clean Needle Technique - Credits
2.0
Combining classroom lecture, demonstration and supervised
practice, this course lays the foundation for acquiring clinical
acupuncture skills. This course starts with the introduction of
acupuncture travel kit. This course will emphasize establishing and
maintaining clean fields, and application of aseptic and sterile
procedures. Universal precautions, including HIV/AIDS, HBV, and
clean needle technique as set forth in the NCCAOM guidelines will
be introduced. This course will also address emergency care in the
acupuncture clinic such as patient fainting, semi-coma, severe
nausea, vomiting, etc. Students will develop the basic skills of
needling, including insertion and withdrawal, correct angle, depth,
manipulation and withdrawal of needles, tonification, and sedation
techniques. Special emphasis is placed on developing De Qi
sensitivity to patients' reactions to these procedures, as well as
to safe techniques, precautions and contraindications, and learning
to recognize and respond to adverse treatment reactions. Students
will spend significant time practicing needle insertion and
withdrawal in small groups (three students per group). By the end
of this course, students must successfully pass the Clean Needle
Technique exam sponsored by the Council of Colleges of Acupuncture
and Oriental Medicine (CCAOM).
Prerequisites: AC4461, AC4463
AC5472 Acupuncture & Accessory Techniques - Credits
1.0
This course will train students in the use of the clinical tools
and essential skills of the acupuncturists, direct and indirect
moxa, cupping, Gua Sha, plum blossom, electrical stimulation, and
blood-letting. In this course, students will learn not only various
skills of different tools and modalities but also what conditions
can be used with which tools or modalities. Students will sharpen
their needle handling techniques as well.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: AC5471
AC6452 Acupuncture Treatment Strategy - Credits
2.0
This course will cover general theoretical and practical rules of
acupuncture treatment including the principles of treatment and the
basic guidelines for acupuncture point selection and combination of
points among the five shu points, xi-cleft, yuan source, back-shu,
front-mu, lux-connecting, eight confluent points, four and six
command points, long distance vs. local point, etc.
Prerequisites: OM5441, OM5442
AC6481 Microsystems & Advanced Acupunctures - Credits
2.0
Building on the skills already learned, students are introduced to
a variety of specialized techniques of microsystem acupuncture,
including scalp acupuncture, auricular acupuncture, Korean hand
acupuncture, and cosmetic acupuncture. In this course, students are
exposed to various styles of acupuncture techniques, furthermore,
specific clinical applications of these techniques will be
discussed based on various case presentations. Students will also
be introduced to various unique acupuncture disciplines such as
Saam Five Phase acupuncture, Japanese meridian acupuncture, Tong's
acupuncture, etc. From this course, students will be inspired for
further research and pursuing continuing education for a variety of
styles of acupuncture.
Prerequisite: AC5471
CL4561L Clinic Observation 1 - Credits
2.0
The clinic observation courses are divided into three progressive
stages. The first stage of observations is designed for beginning
students to observe the clinical set-up and treatment procedures in
acupuncture and oriental medicine. During this stage the students
observe how to perform history taking, physical examination,
oriental medical diagnosis/differentiation, treatment plans, and
acupuncture. The students get to observe how the basic theories
they are learning are directly applied and realized in clinical
practice. The observer is an integral part of the clinical
experience at National University, and is involved throughout the
clinic shift. Each observer is required to keep a clinic work
sheet, which is graded at the end of the trimester. Here they
record the clinic procedures, history, tongue, pulse, diagnosis,
points and/or herbs used along with patient reactions, etc. There
is also room for questions, personal observations and other issues
that can then be discussed with clinicians.
Prerequisite: None
CL4562L Clinic Observation 2 - Credits
2.0
In the second part of observation, the observer fulfills certain
responsibilities in assisting the treating intern during each
clinic shift, such as Gua Sha, Tui Na, and other simple
non-invasive and non-provocative procedures.
Prerequisite: None
CL4563L Clinic Observation 3 - Credits
2.0
During this last stage of observation, the observer will
progressively work toward increased involvement with supervised
patient interactions. The observers will assist as needed in taking
patient histories and familiarize themselves with writing SOAP
notes (specific form in the NUHS AOM clinic) with supervision.
Stage 3 observers will be familiar with diagnostic procedures and
with formulating acupuncture therapy protocols and other treatment
protocols with close supervision of clinician.
Prerequisites: AC4461, AC4463, CL4561L, OM4405,
OM4406
CL5571L Associate Internship 1 - Credits
2.0
The first stage of the clinical internship begins in Trimester 4,
as students move out of the observation phase and begin to treat
patients. Under close supervision, the intern conducts the patient
interview including tongue and pulse diagnosis, and in
collaboration with the supervisor makes a diagnosis and plans an
acupuncture treatment. They then perform the acupuncture treatment
with the clinical supervisor who is physically present at all times
during the associate interns' diagnosis and treatment of the
patient. At the end of each clinic shift, each intern has a chance
to direct questions to their supervisor and get feedback. Interns
are responsible for writing all of their medical records including
history intaking. During their associate internships, MSOM interns
are not allowed to prescribe herbs for patients, but interns will
discuss herbal formula if supervisor prescribes one.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of clinic foundational
exam, CPR certificate, CL4563L, blood-borne pathogen training,
immunization record
CL5572L Associate Internship 2 - Credits
2.0
Prerequisites: Successful completion of clinic foundational
exam, CPR certificate, CL4563L
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CL5571L
CL5573L Associate Internship 3 - Credits
2.0
Throughout this second stage of clinical work, associate interns
will continue the same work they did in the Associate Internships 1
and 2 and will gain further confidence and experience. The interns
are able to continually add to and refine their diagnostic skills
as well as their acupuncture techniques. More competency is
required in the later trimesters, as interns are expected to take
on more responsibility in treatment planning and patient education.
During their associate internships, MSOM interns are not yet
allowed to prescribe herbs for patients, but interns will discuss
herbal formula if the supervisor prescribes one.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CL5571L, CL5572L
CL5574L Associate Internship 4 - Credits
2.0
Prerequisite or Corequisite CL5571L, CL5572L,
CL5573L
CL6581L Acupuncture Senior Internship 1 - Credits
2.0
The different levels of clinic internships are designed to be
progressive. To take this level of acupuncture, senior interns have
to complete all of the prior levels of internships. From this level
of training, the interns will be more independent and assume the
role of primary care giver even though the interns will still have
supervision from a licensed clinician. During this final stage of
acupuncture senior internship, the interns must exhibit not only
well developed skills in taking a history, performing physical
exams, developing a diagnosis, prescribing acupuncture points, and
choosing other treatment modalities, but also they must pay special
attention to communication skills, patient education, marketing,
insurance billing, and Illinois acupuncture policies, and so on.
Even though senior acupuncture interns are independently
practicing, they are still required to discuss their diagnosis with
their findings and then submit their treatment plan including
acupuncture and its accessories, diet and exercise protocol to
their supervisor before performing their treatment or/and
counseling their patients. The clinic supervisor does not have to
be present in the examination room during the treatment although
he/she must be available in the clinic.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of senior internship
advanced exam, CL5571L, CL5572L, CL5573L, CL5574L
CL6582L Acupuncture Senior Internship 2 - Credits
2.0
Prerequisites: Successful completion of senior internship
advanced exam, CL5571L, CL5572L, CL5573L, CL5574L
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CL6581L
CL6583L Acupuncture Senior Internship 3 - Credits
2.0
Prerequisites: Successful completion of senior internship
advanced exam, CL5571L, CL5572L, CL5573L, CL5574L
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CL6581L, CL6582L
CL6584L Acupuncture Senior Internship 4 - Credits
2.0
Acupuncture Senior Internships 4 - 7 are the continuation of
Acupuncture Senior Internships 1 - 3. During this internship,
interns will pursue their own style of practice with their
supervisor's permission and help. All practice modalities and scope
of practice should be limited to what they learned from the
curriculum or electives offered by the NUHS AOM program.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CL6583L
CL6585L Acupuncture Senior Internship 5 - Credits
2.0
Prerequisites: CL6583L or Corequisite CL6584L, OS6531, OS6532,
OS6533, OS6534
CL6586L Acupuncture Senior Internship 6 - Credits
2.0
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CL6583L or Corequisite
CL6585L
CL6587L Acupuncture Senior Internship 7 - Credits
2.0
Prerequisite or Corequisite: CL6583L or Corequisite
CL6586L
ID4541L Tai Chi - Credits 1.0
Students learn the fundamentals of Tai Chi, a moving meditation
that harmonizes the body and mind. Tai Chi also is an excellent way
to become aware of one's own qi, the basis of Chinese
medicine.
Prerequisite: None
ID4542L Medical Qi Gong - Credits 1.0
Medical Qi Gong is one of the oldest branches of Chinese medicine,
and is considered one of the most powerful. It is a therapeutic
method that uses the training of the mind, the breath and the
physiological processes of the body for improving health and well
being, maintaining body/mind balance and enhancing longevity. The
first part of this course introduces a series of exercises and
movements, which focus on cultivating one's internal energy, or qi.
The second half of this course covers the movement and sensation of
qi, as well as learning to guide qi internally through the
meridians. Focus is on improving well-being and relieving symptoms
of acute and chronic disorders. Students will be taught how to
select different qi gong exercises according to various syndromes
and disharmonies.
Prerequisite: None
OM4405 Introduction to Oriental Medicine - Credits
3.0
This course is designed to introduce the development processes and
philosophical background of oriental medicine. Students will have
an opportunity to explore great Chinese physicians as well as great
philosophers. They will study the root of oriental medicine with
focuses on the Taoism, Confucianism and Buddhism. The class will
discuss the unique thinking process and the characteristic outlook
of oriental medicine. Furthermore, the class will examine some of
the different approaches to oriental medicine in other parts of
Asia such as Korea and Japan. Students will study the
transplantation of oriental medicine into the western world. By the
end of the course, students will have an overall sense of the
history, development and basic foundational principles of oriental
medicine with an eye toward the future of the field and their place
in it.
Prerequisite: None
OM4406 Physiology of Oriental Medicine - Credits
3.0
This course is a general introduction to oriental medicine in
terms of Traditional Chinese/Oriental Medical Physiology. Students
will learn to apply to the body the basic theories of oriental
medicine: Yin/Yang, the concept of Qi, the Five Phases learned in
the Introduction to Oriental Medicine class. Students will begin by
looking at the Five Substances. The class will then move beyond
these basic fundamental constituents of the body to the internal
organs themselves, known as the Zang-Fu theory. Finally, the class
will consider the primary question of etiology of disease in
oriental medicine and the Three Categories of disease causes:
Internal, External and Miscellaneous (neither Internal nor
External). Students will then be prepared to understand pathology
in oriental medicine in future classes.
Prerequisite: None
OM4411 Etiology & Pathogenesis of Oriental Medicine
- Credits 3.0
In this course, the basic theory and characteristics of the
etiology, pathology, sources of pathogens, and mechanisms of
illness are covered. The topics include the six environmental
excesses (Liu-Yin), seven emotions (Qi Qing), disharmony of Yin and
Yang, the six channel pattern identification (Liu Jing Bian Zheng),
and the abnormal function of Qi, blood, body fluid, and organs.
General principles of treatment methods for each topic will be
briefly covered.
Prerequisites: OM4405 and OM4406
OM5441 Differential Diagnosis of Oriental Medicine 1 -
Credits 3.0
In this two-part course, students will learn different pattern
diagnosis and introduction of treatment. This set of courses
will cover the differentiation of patterns according to the
different theories of oriental medicine. An in-depth discussion of
the differentiation of patterns will include topics of pathological
changes, Zhang-Fu patterns, I and blood patterns, six channel
patterns, four aspect patterns, meridian and collateral patterns,
San Jiao patterns, disease-evil patterns, and so on. The instructor
will present how pattern identification applies to cases
encountered in the NUHS AOM clinic. Treatment based on the
differential diagnosis will be also discussed.
Prerequisite: OM4411
OM5442 Differential Diagnosis of Oriental Medicine 2 -
Credits 3.0
In this course, we build upon the basic theory and characteristics
of the etiology, pathology, sources of pathogens and mechanisms of
illness. Topics include six environmental excesses, seven emotions,
disharmony of Yin and Yang, and abnormal functions of qi, blood,
jin-ye, and organs. Causes of diseases include the exogenous and
endogenous factors and along with stages of disease progression
will be considered. General principles of treatment methods for
each topic will be briefly discussed and evaluated.
Prerequisite: OM4411
OM5471 Diagnosis & Skills of Oriental Medicine 1 -
Credits 2.0
This course introduces the Four Traditional Methods of Diagnosis:
looking, hearing/smelling, asking, and feeling/palpating. The focus
here is on tongue and pulse diagnosis. Students first learn the
procedures of tongue inspection and pulse palpation by watching the
instructor's demonstration and follow by performing and practicing
the technique in class. Students also will identify and classify
significant findings into eight principle categories in order to
further understand them within the traditional patterns of
disharmony. A significant amount of lab time will be spent on pulse
diagnosis.
Prerequisites: OM4405, OM4406
OM5472 Diagnosis & Skills of Oriental Medicine 2 -
Credits 2.0
The second course in the diagnosis series continues with the Four
Traditional Methods of Diagnosis, focusing specifically on the Ten
Questions and writing SOAP notes. After learning each of the 10
categories of questions and their significance in terms of
diagnosis, students will practice patient interviewing focusing on
review of systems questionnaire of "confidential history,"
combining it with the tongue and pulse exams. In this course,
students will also learn how to palpate certain categories of
points - mu and shu points, source points, ashi points, etc. - as
part of the diagnostic procedures and will learn what important
information can be gained. There will be significant lab time
available for practicing all of these skills. Students will submit
three full sets of mock patient medical records including review of
systems questionnaire, "confidential history," by the end of the
course.
Prerequisites: OM4405, OM4406
OM6451 Advanced Diagnosis & Treatment Strategy -
Credits 2.0
The format of this course will be case presentation. Students will
have the opportunity to learn to incorporate the different models
of pattern diagnoses and theories of oriental medicine based on
clinical cases; to develop accurate, fluent and sophisticated
diagnoses, treatment plans and point selections for each patient as
a unique individual. Included in these discussions are the
patient-intern relationship, case management and referral, and
general patient care issues. Special factors or symptoms are
presented to
help the student recognize the potential for increased risk to the
patient, for example: cases such as the diabetic patient, the
immune-compromised patient, etc.; when to modify standard
therapeutic approaches, such as when treating infants and children
or women who are pregnant; clinical presentation that may have a
more serious cause; and how to make appropriate referrals.
Prerequisites: OM5442
Prerequisite or Corequisite: OM5441
OM6453 Nutrition & Food Therapy of Oriental Medicine -
Credits 2.0
Topics covered include the history of Chinese nutrition, basic
principles, yin/yang, the four qis, the five flavors, the energetic
qualities and uses of specific foods, and the role of nutrition in
a complete treatment plan. Through learning about foods and their
effect on health, students will be introduced to the five elements
and the proper balance of these elements within a diet. Specific
disorders will be discussed using food as a major healing tool.
Students will also have the opportunity to experience nutritional
therapy first hand through a trimester long nutrition
project.
Prerequisites: OM4405, OM4406
OS6531 Advanced Seminar 1 - Credits 2.0
In this seminar series, students integrate all of the subjects
that they have studied over the past two years. The format used to
integrate this information is case-based seminars. A few of the
topics covered include: chronic pain management, orthopedics,
internal disorders, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics,
geriatrics, dermatology, allergies, infertility, emergency care,
and so on. However, this Advanced Seminar 1 will mainly focus on
chronic pain management and neuromusculoskeletal conditions. Some
seminar presentations may involve a patient in the grand round
setting whenever possible. The class may be composed of the large
and small group activities. The large group session will present
the case, introduce the related topics and wrap up the case. Each
small group session is responsible for a report on the cases that
include: full patient information and physical examination results
based on traditional four diagnosis methods and western medicine;
differential diagnosis and assessments; principles of treatment;
treatment protocol with specific acupuncture points and their point
selection rationales; accessory techniques and prognosis. Students
will also discuss patient management, business management and
practice ethics, and proper patient referral to other health care
providers.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: CL5571L, CL5572L,
OM6451
OS6532 Advanced Seminar 2 - Credits 2.0
In this seminar series, students integrate all of the subjects
that they have studied over the past two years. The format used to
integrate this information is case-based seminars. A few of the
topics covered include: chronic pain management, orthopedics,
internal disorders, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics,
geriatrics, dermatology, allergies, infertility, emergency care,
and so on. However, this Advanced Seminar 2 will mainly focus on
cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions, endocrinology, and
hematology. Some seminar presentations may involve a patient in the
grand round setting whenever possible. The class may be composed of
large and small group activities. The large group session will
present the case, introduce the related topics and wrap up the
case. Each small group session is responsible for a report on the
cases that include: full patient information and physical
examination results based on traditional four diagnosis methods and
Western medicine; differential diagnosis and assessments;
principles of treatment; treatment protocol with specific
acupuncture points and their point selection rationales; accessory
techniques and prognosis. Students will also discuss patient
management, business management and practice ethics, and proper
patient referral to other health care providers.
Prerequisites or Corequisites: CL5571L, CL5572L,
OM6451
OS6533 Advanced Seminar 3 - Credits 2.0
In this seminar series, students integrate all of the subjects
that they have studied over the past two years. The format used to
integrate this information is case-based seminars. A few of the
topics covered include: chronic pain management, orthopedics,
internal disorders, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics,
geriatrics, dermatology, allergies, infertility, emergency care,
and so on. However, this Advanced Seminar 3 will mainly focus on
gastrointestinal, renal and OB/GYN conditions. Some seminar
presentations may involve a patient in the grand round setting
whenever possible. The class may be composed of large and small
group activities. The large group session will present the case,
introduce the related topics and wrap up the case. Each small group
session is responsible for a report on the cases that include: full
patient information and physical examination results based on
traditional four diagnosis methods and western medicine;
differential diagnosis and assessments; principles of treatment;
treatment protocol with specific acupuncture points and their point
selection rationales; accessory techniques and prognosis. Students
will also discuss patient management, business management and
practice ethics, and proper patient referral to other health care
providers.
Prerequisites: CL5571L, CL5572L, OM6451
OS6534 Advanced Seminar 4 - Credits 2.0
In this seminar series, students integrate all of the subjects
that they have studied over the past two years. The format used to
integrate this information is case-based seminars. A few of the
topics covered include: chronic pain management, orthopedics,
internal disorders, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics,
geriatrics, dermatology, allergies, infertility, emergency care,
and so on. However, this Advanced Seminar 4 will mainly focus on
geriatric, pediatric and multiple system-related conditions. Some
seminar presentations may involve a patient in the grand round
setting whenever possible. The class may be composed of large and
small group activities. The large group session will present the
case, introduce the related topics and wrap up the case. Each small
group session is responsible for a report on the cases that
include: full patient information and physical examination results
based on traditional four diagnosis methods and western medicine;
differential diagnosis and assessments; principles of treatment;
treatment protocol with specific acupuncture points and their point
selection rationales; accessory techniques and prognosis. Students
will also discuss patient management, business management and
practice ethics, and proper patient referral to other health care
providers.
Prerequisites: CL5571L, CL5572L, OM6451
PD6541 Doctor & Patient Relationship - Credits
2.0
This course is designed to sensitize students to the patient's
life situation and stimulate self-observation as students interact
with patients. Lecture and discussion topics include: structures in
doctor/patient interaction; models of the doctor/patient
interaction; doctor/patient boundaries; the impact of the
doctor/patient relationship on health care outcomes; the impact of
the doctor/patient relationship on patient satisfaction; culturally
responsive health care; the sociological context of patient
suffering; co-creation of the patient's story in a therapeutic
relationship; death, dying and palliative health care; management
of the abused patient; and the doctor's responsibilities to the
community and society. Group time will be used to discuss and
practice relationship issues through guest case presentations,
structured interpersonal exercises, article reviews, and
discussion.
Prerequisite: None
PD6542 Evidence Based Practice - Credits
2.0
As professional health care practitioners, it is important to
strive to educate oneself on the efficacy of one's applied art. The
research literature provides the knowledge base to make sound
clinical judgments in both diagnosis and treatment of health
conditions. This course provides a means for developing the skills
needed to critically evaluate research literature in general, and
research literature specifically pertaining to complementary and
alternative medicine. The topics covered include research design,
validity and reliability, bias, searching the literature, critical
appraisal of the literature, and elementary statistical methods of
data analysis.
Prerequisite: None
PD6543 Business, Marketing and Practice Management -
Credits 2.0
This course focuses on many of the various practice-related issues
that face the acupuncture and/or oriental medicine practitioner.
Topics addressed in this class include: writing a curriculum vitae;
investigating various practice types; writing narrative reports;
the informed consent process; marketing concepts for the practice
with preparation of a comprehensive marketing plan; preparation of
a comprehensive business plan; successful interviewing techniques;
vicarious liability and independent contact issues; record keeping
requirements; creating an effective referral network; and personal
and professional insurance needs.
Prerequisite: None
PD6544 Practice Ethics & Risk Management
Considerations - Credit 1.0
This course focuses on many of the various practice-related risk
management and provider/patient communication issues that face the
acupuncture and/or oriental medicine practitioner. Topics addressed
in this class include: boundary issues and preventive strategies
involving sexual boundaries; treating friends and family members;
self-disclosure; gifts and tradeoffs; dual relationships; language;
physical examination; physical contact; time and duration of
appointments. Additional topics include: a health care provider's
duties, responsibilities, and professional standards of care; a
provider's duty regarding vicarious liability and the independent
contract relationship; elements of successful communication skills
in provider/patient relationships; recognizing and managing
difficult/predatory patients; and should you say you're sorry if
you hurt a patient?
Prerequisites: None
TM4491L Tui Na - Credits 1.0
Tui Na is a traditional meridian bodywork therapy that originated
in China over 2,000 years ago. It involves a variety of techniques
including rolling, tapping and pressure used for treating a broad
range of disorders including orthopedic and stroke rehabilitation.
It is also a widely used modality in pediatrics. In this course,
students gain a working knowledge of basic Tui Na techniques, the
general body routine, and Tui Na exercises to strengthen the body's
constitution. An emphasis will be made on integrating Tui Na with
oriental as well as biomedical evaluation and treatment methods of
common disorders.
Prerequisite: None
TM4492L Asian Body Work - Credits 1.0
In this course, students will learn many different forms of basic
soft tissue works such as shiatsu, anma, acupressure, and so on.
Students will learn meridian based acupressure or anma for various
conditions of patient care.
Prerequisite: None
TM5491L Advanced Tui Na Credits 1.0
In this course, students will be introduced to more advanced
skills of Tui Na while they sharpen the skills they have previously
learned from the basic course.
Prerequisite: TM4491L
TM5492L Rehabilitation & Physical Therapy of Oriental
Medicine - Credits 1.0
Students will learn modern oriental medicine rehabilitation based
on oriental medicine theory. Students will also learn hydrotherapy,
infrared, ultrasound, Kinesio Taping, and many other newly
developed equipment and tools. While learning function, indications
and contraindications of each modality, students will also discuss
safety and legal issues.
Prerequisites: TM4491L, TM4492L
WB4400 Palpation Skills - Credit 0.5
This course is designed for students to learn through study and
practical exploration of the assessment of the skin, superficial
fascia and veins. Students will also develop palpation skills of
the major superficial muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bony
landmarks of the spine and extremities. Students will develop basic
hands-on palpation skills and also will focus on the assessment of
joint motions and normal posture.
Prerequisite: None
WB4401 Western Medical Terminology - Credits
1.0
This course will introduce students to key word parts associated
with body systems, disorders, conditions, procedures, and medical
specialties. It will show students how to decipher difficult
medical terms by breaking them down into these components.
Pronunciation of the terms will be covered as well.
Prerequisite: None
WB4402 Human Anatomy - Credits 2.5
Students will learn through cadaver dissection in lecture and
laboratory. Lecture will cover the basic concepts of human anatomy
with an emphasis on the cutaneous part of the human body. Students
will discuss the function of major muscles and clinical and
pathological conditions that present frequently in the clinic. In
the laboratory, students will discover the relationship between
anatomical structures, meridians and major acupuncture
points.
Prerequisite: None
WB4404 Principles of Biochemistry - Credits
1.0
This course presentation starts with an introduction to the
concepts of bio-molecules in the human body such as carbohydrates,
lipids, proteins, and nucleic acid, etc. This course will also
introduce the metabolic mechanism and processes involved in
producing and transforming these molecules to generate energy for
the body. Students will also be provided with a basis for
understanding nutrition on a biochemical level, covering vitamins,
minerals, co-enzymes, etc.
Prerequisite: None
WB4405 Neurology - Credits 2.0
This course will serve as an introduction to the general
neurological system. Knowledge of the neurological system is
essential to understand the scientific basis and mechanisms of
acupuncture. Topics covered in this course include the histology,
anatomy and physiology of the nervous system. The central,
peripheral and autonomic nervous systems, as well as the cranial
nerves will be presented. The major nerve plexuses are
discussed along with the common clinical pathologies.
Prerequisite: None
WB4407 Western Anatomy and Physiology - Credits
3.0
In this course, students will learn in lecture and laboratory
formats, the normal anatomy and physiology of the major organ
systems of the human body. The organ systems discussed are the
cardiovascular, respiratory, lymphatic, endocrine, urinary,
digestive, and reproductive as well as neuroanatomical structures.
In addition, the interrelationships between organ systems will be
explained as well as the interrelationships between structure and
function of the organs and organ systems. The gross anatomy
laboratory sessions will be presented using a regional approach and
will be designed to support the lecture sessions and address
related basic science issues.
Prerequisite: None
WB4411 Microbiology, Immunology & Public Health -
Credits 3.0
This course provides an introduction to microorganisms,
immunology, public health, and their interaction with humans;
concepts in public health as applied to communicable and
non-communicable diseases; and an introduction to the basic changes
in the morphology of the cells, tissues and organs in diseased
states. Extensive use of visual aids using the latest computer
technology will aid students in visualizing and
understanding these various fundamental topics. The appropriate
clinical correlation with case studies is discussed as well.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: WB4401
WB4412 Western Pathology - Credits 3.0
Considered in this course are the pathologies peculiar to and
characteristic of the various systems of the body. The pathologies
examined include myopathy, neuropathy, bone and joint pathology,
immunopathology, hematopathology, and dermatopathology. Each
condition is studied from the standpoint of general
characteristics, gross and microscopic appearance, and clinical
course. The systems examined include neurological, respiratory,
cardiovascular, reproductive and mammary, gastrointestinal
(inclusive of liver, gall bladder and pancreas), urinary, and
endocrine.
Prerequisite or Corequisite: WB4401
WC5421 Neurophysiology of Acupuncture - Credits
2.0
In this course, students will discuss acupuncture from a different
angle. This course investigates how modern western scientific
research starts unveiling the mystical functions and action
mechanisms of acupuncture, and the relationship between acupuncture
stimulation and brain reaction. By discussing current western
research achievement about acupuncture, students will understand
the neurological, physiological and chemical basis of the
acupuncture action mechanisms and its functions. Students
will
be inspired by this course to connect 5,000 years of traditional
eastern acupuncture into modern western science.
Prerequisites: WB4401, WB4405
WC5422 Western Pharmacology & Toxicology - Credits
2.0
This course provides a basic understanding of the use of drugs in
western medicine for the treatment of disease. Topics covered in
this course will be descriptions of drug names and classification,
general principles of drug action and metabolism. Factors
influencing drug action and drug safety are addressed, too. This
course also will discuss the drug actions on body systems including
the entire major organ systems and the disorders and diseases in
each of the systems. Included will be a description of the
mechanism of action, major untoward effects and contraindications
for each drug and drug category. A large part of this lecture will
be focused on interactions with other drugs, Chinese herbs and
botanicals. Drug action on infection and immune system regulation
as well as chemical dependency and substance abuse will be
described. A discussion of poisons and their antidotes is
included.
Prerequisite: WB4401, WB4404
WC5423 Psychopathology & Health Psychology - Credits
2.0
This course includes:
(i) review and discussion of the major topics in health psychology
including examination of the relationships of psychopathology,
lifestyle and personal relationships to physical health. Topics
include risk factors and treatments for physical disorders such as
cardiovascular disease, cancer and chronic pain, as well as the
exploration of the comorbidity of physical and psychological
disorders; (ii) an examination of the nine basic categories of
psychopathology (depression, anxiety, somatoform, substance use
disorders, sleep disorders, eating disorders, sexual dysfunction,
cognitive disorders, and psychosis) with emphasis on screening,
diagnosis and management in a primary care setting. Students are
asked to review current theories and their implication for
practice.
Prerequisite: None
WD4441L Western Physical Exam - Credits 1.0
In this course, students will practice general physical exams of
common western medical conditions through oriental and western
medical integrative forms. In the lectures and lab, students will
learn history taking, vitals and general physical exams and their
procedures. The students will be familiar with the major individual
exam skill performance while they practice head-to-toe sequence
exams. The course will also cover patient referral to other health
care professions. Students will also practice SOAP note writing
based on the NUHS AOM clinic patient SOAP note form.
Prerequisites: WB4401
Corequistes: WB4407
WD4442L Neuromusculoskeletal Exam - Credits
1.0
This laboratory course will cover the neurological examination and
orthopedic examinations. Students will learn how to test the
neurological systems including dermatome testing, muscle testing,
deep tendon reflexes, etc. Students will also learn how to perform
orthopedic examinations of the major joint systems of the human
body. The examinations will help the student to determine if a
lesion is present and the location of the lesion.
Prerequisites: WB4401, WB4402
WD5441 Imaging Diagnosis - Credits 2.0
The basic principles of the major modalities of diagnostic imaging
are discussed. Students will learn normal findings in X-ray films
and also will become familiar with the type of abnormal findings
yielded by the most common tests. This course is designed for the
acupuncture practitioners in general practice who will request and
receive radiographic and other diagnostic imaging reports.
Interpretation of these reports and knowing when to request them
are the major learning outcomes.
Prerequisites: WB4401, WB4402, WB4412
WD5442 Clinical Laboratory Diagnosis - Credits
2.0
The clinical laboratory plays a major role in the education of the
student. Today's technology allows the health practitioner to
examine the depths of the body in ways that were only imaginable a
few short years ago. The modern health care provider, especially
acupuncturist, needs to be able to know in what situations patients
should be referred for diagnostic tests, how to interpret the
information relative to its diagnostic or informative value, what
other tests relate to this information, and what are the
disadvantages or possibilities of error or false positive results.
In this course, these aspects are addressed with regard to the
common profiles of hematology, chemistries, urinalysis, fecal, and
sputum studies.
Prerequisites: WB4401, WB4407, WB4411, WB4412
WD6441 Western Physical Diagnosis - Credits
2.0
This course introduces the student to the methods used in the
diagnosis and management of common conditions. The students in this
course develop skills in interpretation, evaluation and correlation
of normal and abnormal physical findings. Discussions concentrate
on the development of diagnostic acumen and conservative management
of selected conditions.
Prerequisites: WD4441L, WD4442L
Corequisites: WD5441
WI6501 Integrative Biomedicine I - Credits
2.0
This course will review and sharpen core biomedicine
knowledge and skills and focus on the comprehensive application of
acquired cognitive knowledge, psychomotor clinical skills, and
affective senses in actual clinical case problem-solving. In this
course, students will discuss how to utilize and integrate the
different subjects from each biomedicine class into real clinical
case problem-solving situations. Students will also focus on how to
apply medical knowledge, manage patient care effectively,
demonstrate professionalism, interpersonal and communication
skills, and utilize all other appropriate information, while
integrating the basic science and basic western diagnostic skills
with certain treatment plans. Students will also review specific
exam skills and be required to practice a hands-on format. The
materials in this class will be delivered through class meetings
and/or an online basis.
Prerequisites: WB4400, WB4401, WB4402, WB4411, WB4412, WB4441,
WB4442
Prerequisites or Corequisites: WC5421, WC5422, WD5441,
WD5442, PD6542
WT6455 Western Diet & Nutrition - Credits
1.0
This course provides a basic understanding of the vital role of
the western diet and nutrition in an overall approach to patient
care. Topics will cover principles of human nutrition that stress a
review of the macronutrients and micronutrients with emphasis on
the health properties of each as well as the severe deficiency
states for both micronutrients and macronutrients. Digestion,
absorption and transport of the nutrients, and consequences of
malabsorption care are covered. Energy production, energy balance
and weight management are also described. Food habits in the United
States and nutrition across the life cycle are discussed in the
course. Male and female health, sports and exercise nutrition,
enteral and parenteral nutrition procedures as well as an
introduction to the science of food preparation and handling are
included. An introduction to nutritional status assessment using
food frequency questionnaires and diet history is given.
Prerequisite: WB4404
