Acupuncture & Integrative Medicine College, Berkeley

Course Syllabus Fall ’10 Trimester

Course Number,Title: Course Schedule: OM 300 Acupuncture & Oriental Medicine Review Wednesdays 1:00 – 5:00 pm IM 304-1 Oriental Clinical Medicine Course Instructor: Number of Hours/Units: Lana Farson, M.S., L.Ac. [email protected] 56 hrs / 4 units Ken Berry, M.S., L.Ac. [email protected] Prerequisites: IM 301-303 OCM I-III Office hours: before and after class, or by appointment

Course Description: Reviews the field of Oriental Medicine with the emphasis on preparation for the AIMC Berkeley 2nd quarter Comprehensive Exit Exam, California Acupuncture Licensing Exam (CALE), and NCCAOM certification exams. Test-taking skills developed and honed through consistent practice.

Learning Objectives By the end of this course students will be able to pass the AIMC Berkeley AOM Comprehensive Exam with a score of at least 70%, demonstrating a strong background in AOM knowledge and well developed examination skills in preparation for passing the CALE.

Teaching Methods Discussion, handouts, lecture, question and answer, quizzes, 1 two-hour initial assessment exam (90 question), 1 four-hour exit exam, quizzes.

Instructional Materials and Reference Texts  Preparation Guide: California Acupuncture Licensing Examination (class handout)  All texts listed on attached “Appendix C: Reference List” from Preparation Guide: California Acupuncture Licensing Examination  Handouts and other appropriate materials  The Traditional Chinese Medicine Formula Study Guide by Qiao Yi with Al Stone, 2000, Snow Lotus Press, Inc.  Handbook of Oriental Medicine, 3 rd Edition, Hyunbae Kim, L.Ac.

Evaluation Quizzes (20% of grade) 1 two-hour initial assessment exam 1 four-hour exam:100 questions (80% of grade) Attendance: 70% of classes required (10 classes) 2 tardies = 1 absence Be on time! There will be no retakes or rescheduling of missed quizzes or exams Score of at least 70% on the second 4-hour exam is required for passing the course and graduating from AIMC. This course is Pass / No pass

AIMC Berkeley Course Syllabus Page 1 of 6 COURSE OUTLINE (Note: Readings should be completed prior to each class meeting)

Week 1 1:00 - 3:00: Introduction and overview (with Lana Farson) (9/8) How to study, how to prepare, test-taking strategies Handout: Topics to Review Handout: Preparation Guide - CALE Discuss Assignment Due Week 2: Create a Study Schedule Discuss Assignment Due Week 3: State Board Herbs – list by category Quiz 1 and review

3:00 - 5:00: Theory and Diagnosis Review (with Ken Berry)

Week 2 1:00 - 3:00: Initial Assessment Exam – 80 questions (with Lana Farson) (9/15) Assignment Due: Personal Study Schedule

3:00 - 5:00: Continuation: Theory and Diagnosis Review (with Ken Berry)

Week 3 1:00 - 3:00: Review of Initial Assessment Exam (with Lana Farson) (9/22) Assignment Due: State Board Herbs – list by category

Week 4 1:00 - 3:00: Channels and Points (with Ken Berry) (9/29) Single points, moxa, cupping, needle depth, vasculature and enervation, electro- acupuncture, ear acupuncture, scalp acupuncture, tonification and sedation, contraindications Readings:  Moxibustion and Cupping CAM (1987) p. 339-347 [CAM (1999) p. 361-370] Shanghai p. 438-447  Ear Acupuncture Shanghai p. 472-491 (Diagram p. 478) CAM (1987) p. 491-512 [CAM (1999) p. 531-550]  Head Acupuncture Shanghai p. 497-501

Week 5 1:00 - 3:00: Continuation: Channels and Points (with Ken Berry) (10/6) Readings:  Internal Diseases CAM (1987) pp.373-445 [CAM (1999) pp. 399-480] - learn the point prescriptions!  Gynecological Diseases CAM (1987) pp.446-490 [CAM (1999) pp. 481- 530] - learn the point prescriptions!  12 Regular Meridians: Pathways and Pathology CAM (1987) pp. 53-74, 310-311 [CAM (1999) pp. 59-82; 327-329] Shanghai pp. 47-60  8 Extra Meridians: Pathways, Pathology, Function and Significance CAM (1987) pp. 75-81, 311-312 [CAM (1999) pp.82-88; 329]

AIC Syllabus – Page 2 Shanghai pp. 67-74 Maciocia (The Foundations of Chinese Medicine) pp. 355-365  “A General Introduction to Acupuncture Treatment” CAM (1987) pp. 348-372 [CAM (1999) pp. 371-398]  Diagnostic Methods Tongue Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine, Maciocia, entire book with focus on: . Tables pp. 22, 65, 85-86, 114-117, 191-192 (available as handouts) . Case Histories pp. 137-190 CAM (1987) p. 255-272 [CAM (1999) p. 266-285] Maciocia, Foundations of Chinese Medicine p. 143-174

Week 6 1:00 - 3:00: Continuation: Channels and Points (with Ken Berry) (10/13) Readings:  Yin-Yang and the Five Elements CAM (1987) pp. 11-24 [CAM (1999) pp. 12-26]  Zang-fu Organs CAM (1987) pp. 25-45 [CAM (1999) pp. 27-50]  Qi, Blood and Body Fluid CAM (1987) pp. 46-52 [CAM (1999) pp. 51-58]  Aetiology and Pathogenesis CAM (1987) pp. 244-254 [CAM (1999) pp. 254-265] Maciocia, Foundations of Chinese Medicine, p. 127-141  Differentiation of Syndromes CAM (1987) pp. 273-310 [CAM (1999) pp. 286-327] Maciocia, Foundations of Chinese Medicine, p. 175-200 and 293-310  Principles of Treatment Maciocia, Foundations of Chinese Medicine, p. 311-327

Week 7 1:00 - 3:00: Continuation: Channels and Points (with Ken Berry) (10/20) 3:00 - 5:00: Continuation: Theory and Diagnosis Review (with Ken Berry)

Week 8 1:00 - 3:00: Continuation: Channels and Points (with Ken Berry) (10/27) 3:00 - 5:00: Continuation: Theory and Diagnosis Review (with Ken Berry)

AIC Syllabus – Page 3 Week 9 1:00 - 3:00: Continuation: Channels and Points (with Ken Berry) (11/3) 3:00 - 5:00: Bio-Medicine Review, Clean Needle Technique, Laws and Regs (with Ken Berry)  Western Differential diagnosis - appendicitis vs. cholecystitis, asthma vs. bronchitis etc.  Endocrine Disorders  Basic Western Physical Exam - BP, heart rhythms, breath sounds, reflexes etc.  Dermatomes  Basic Labs - thyroid, liver panel, cholesterol, complete blood count (CBC)  Basic Pharmacology relevant to herbs - diuretics, blood thinners etc.  Nutrition - vitamin deficiencies, water soluble, fat soluble  Orthopedic Testing Readings:  Review Western pharmacology  Clean Needle Technique Manual for Acupuncturists (5th Edition). Washington, D.C.: National Acupuncture Foundation.  California Acupuncture Board (2004). Laws and regulations relating to the practice of acupuncture. Sacramento, CA: California Acupuncture Board

Week 10 1:00 - 3:00: Continuation: Channels and Points (with Ken Berry) (11/10) 3:00 - 5:00: Continuation: Bio-Medicine Review, Clean Needle Technique, Laws and Regs (with Ken Berry)

Week 11 1:00 - 3:00: Review Herbs and Formulas (with Lana Farson) (11/17) Assignment Due: State Board Herbs – list by category Handout: Herbs in the 63 State Board Formulas Handout: Dosages for 63 State Board Formulas Quiz (Content: selected formulas and herbs from the categories and readings listed below)

Release the Exterior:  Ren Shen Bai Du San (Bensky: p. 53 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 34)  Chai Ge Jie Ji Tang (Bensky: p. 46 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 32-33)  Yin Qiao San (Bensky: p. 44-45; Formula Study Guide: p.31-32)  Sang Ju Yin (Bensky: p. 44 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 31-32, p. 115) Clear Heat:  Long Dan Xie Gan Tang (Bensky: p. 96 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 55, p. 94) Harmonizing:  Xiao Chai Hu Tang (Bensky: p. 136; Formula Study Guide: p. 78, 81, 83)  Xiao Yao San (Bensky: p. 147; Formula Study Guide: p. 80-81, p. 142, p. 160, p. 214)  Ban Xia Xie Xin Tang (Bensky: p. 150; Formula Study Guide: p. 82-83) Downward Draining:  Da Cheng Qi Tang (Bensky: p. 115; Formula Study Guide: p. 67, 69)  Xiao Cheng Qi Tang (Bensky: p. 117; Formula Study Guide: p. 68-69)  Tiao Wei Cheng Qi Tang (Bensky: p. 117; Formula Study Guide: p. 68-69) Expel Dampness:  Ping Wei San (Bensky: p. 181 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 91, p.93)  Huo Xiang Zheng Qi San (Bensky: p. 183 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 92-93)  Ba Zheng San (Bensky: p. 192 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 94)  Du Huo Ji Sheng Tang (Bensky: p. 207 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 99-100, p. 221)  Zhen Wu Tang (Bensky: p. 197 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 100, p. 150) Warm Interior Cold :  Wu Zhu Yu Tang (Bensky: p. 221 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 127-128, p. 131)  Li Zhong Tang (Bensky: p. 219 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 91, 126-129, 139, 167, 201)

Formulas continued on next page AIC Syllabus – Page 4 Tonifying:  Bu Zhong Yi Qi Tang (Bensky: p. 241 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 140-141, 146)  Gui Pi Tang (Bensky: p. 255 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 145-146, 213)  Liu Wei Di Huang Wan (Bensky: p. 263 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 147, 150, 58)  Jin Gui Shen Qi Wan (Bensky: p. 275 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 149-150)  Shi Quan Da Bu Tang (Bensky: p. 260 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 144)

3:00 - 5:00: Continuation: Bio-Medicine Review, Clean Needle Technique, Laws and Regs (with Ken Berry)

NO CLASS ON 11/24 DUE TO THANKSGIVING BREAK

Week 12 1:00 - 3:00: Continuation: Review Herbs and Formulas (with Lana Farson) (12/1) Food Stagnation:  Bao He Wan (Bensky: p. 455-456 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 229) Treat Phlegm:  Bei Mu Gua Luo San (Bensky: p. 439 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 110-111)  Wen Dan Tang (Bensky: p. 435 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 111-112, 116, 165)  Zhi Sou San (Bensky: p. 446 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 115-116) Regulate Qi:  Su Zi Jiang Qi Tang (Bensky: p. 299 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 163-164)  Ding Chuan Tang (Bensky: p. 300 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 164-165) Invigorate the Blood:  Tao He Cheng Qi Tang (Bensky: p. 312 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 176-177, 181) (compare to 3 other Cheng Qi Tang formulas: p. 64-69)  Xue Fu Zhu Yu Tang (Bensky: p.314 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 177, 181)  Wen Jing Tang (Bensky: p. 324 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 179, 181, 193, 202) Stabilize & Bind:  Gu Jing Wan (Bensky: p. 367 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 202) Calm the Spirit:  Tian Wang Bu Xin Dan (Bensky: p. 378 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 212-214) Expel Wind:  Xiao Feng San (Bensky: p. 394 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 220)  Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin (Bensky: p. 405 ; Formula Study Guide: p. 222-224)

3:00 - 5:00: Continuation: Bio-Medicine Review, Clean Needle Technique, Laws and Regs (with Ken Berry)

Week 13 1:30 – 5:30: Final Comprehensive Exam (12/8) Content of Exam - Acupuncture, Meridians, Herbs and Formulas, Case Studies, Ear & Head Acupuncture, Moxa and Cupping, Diagnosis, Western Medicine, Western Pharmacology, California Acupuncture Laws and Regulations, Clean Needle Technique and Patient Safety (e.g. readings from previous weeks)

Week 14 Review of Final Comprehensive Exam (12/15)

AIC Syllabus – Page 5 My notes:

2 hours for intro and state board exam 4 hours: Herbs 11: 4 hrs ( 3hrs cam, 3 hrs cam, 3 hrs 16 hrs :Theory Diagnosis 35: 16hrs 14 hours Channels and points 32: 14 8 hours for Biomedicine 15: 7 hrs , Laws and regs & cnt 7: 3 hrs (or 1.5 hrs) 4 hours for initial exam 8 hours for final exam

AIC Syllabus – Page 6