1. Introductory TCM Herbal Medicine for Veterinarians: 4 modules
Dates: February 28 - March 2, April 10 - 13, May 29 - June 1, July 17 - 20.
(See below for more information)

2. Advanced TCM Seminar: Blood Stasis Disorders
Date: March 3-5, 2008
(See below for more information)

3. Advanced TCM Seminar: Lower Jiao Disorders
Date: July 21-24, 2008
(See below for more information)

All classes are accepting applications now.  Each class will accept 16 students. Once each course achieves maximum enrollment, it will be closed.  Your registration and course payment secures your enrollment.  Sorry, we cannot "hold" spots without registration and payment in full.

Learn at the Lake...

All 2008 seminars will be held at our lakeside learning center at Wonder Lake, outside of Chicago, Illinois. Come join us for a wonderfully relaxing and soul-enriching seminar experience. Enjoy home-cooked meals around a family table, great fishing and boating, and marshmallow toasting over a campfire under the stars!

Instructors: Drs. Mona Boudreaux, Steve Marsden, Deb Mitchell, Lynelle Graham. 

Dates: February 28 - March 2, April 10 - 13, May 29-June 1, July 17-20. 

Expand your diagnostic abilities and your treatment opportunities in daily practice!  We will painlessly introduce you to the basics of Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) by teaching, and later refining, diagnostic ability according to TCM principles.  You will gain a solid, basic understanding of TCVM herb categories, properties, actions, and functions.  You’ll be able to understand which herbs or combinations will be effective for a given disease pattern or differentiation, and why.  Now in our 11th year, we’re still the BEST source for basic and advanced information for the veterinarian engaged in the realities of day to day practice.  Unlike other courses, we teach you to evaluate your patients from a TCM perspective - we do not "translate" western disease states into TCM terms.  Over 97% of our graduates are currently using Chinese herbs, and seeing the positive results of our unique approach!

Our course includes four modules; each builds upon the last, and attendance is required at all four for successful completion.  In addition to interactive coursework, extensive use of animal patients on-site and at Dr. Mitchell's  small animal practice will allow you to refine your TCM skills, as well as develop and critique prospective treatment plans for all cases evaluated.

Click on the tab titled "Intro to TCM" for a full course brochure.

2008 Advanced Seminars

Dr. Steve Marsden

In order to enroll in any of these seminars, all attendees must show certification of completion of an introductory TCM herbal course of study available to veterinarians.

Blood Stasis Disorders: March 3-5, 2008 

In this three-day seminar, participants will learn about new ways to diagnose and treat the diverse health issues that can result from the TCM syndrome of Blood Stasis.  We'll focus on the prevention and resolution of Blood Stasis syndromes ranging from dermatologic disorders to cancer, using TCM herbs, acupuncture, and the manipulation of diet.  Herbal formulas will be discussed in detail, enabling practitioners to confidently determine which formula will be most appropriate for their patient.  Students are encouraged to bring one Blood Stasis case to discuss during class.

Please click here for the registration form and prices.

Lower Jiao Disorders: July 21-24, 2008                             

This four-day seminar will address the multitude of health challenges that are Lower Jiao in origin or distribution.  Learn about the TCM approach to issues such as refractory colitis, chronic cystitis, renal disorders, food allergies, feline megacolon, and more.  Our focus will be on the prevention and resolution of these diseases using Chinese herbal medicine, acupuncture, and the manipulation of diet. Herbal formulas and related treatment approaches will be discussed in detail, and a full day of cases will be provided for discussion, so that practitioners can test their knowledge and immediately apply the information they have learned.  Attendees are encouraged to bring at least two cases for discussion duing small group breakout sessions and for presentation to the class as a whole.

Please click here for the registration form and prices.