The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text 3rd Edition by Giovann

Description: The Foundations of Chinese Medicine by Giovanni Maciocia The latest edition of this hugely popular volume continues to provide readers in the West with a clear explanation of the theory and practice of Chinese medicine. Richly illustrated and fully updated throughout, Foundations of Chinese Medicine retains its careful structure to present the subject in a systemized manner which ranges from first principles to the diagnosis and management of a wide range of disease states. NOW WITH AN ACCOMPANYING WEBSITE containing an extensive bank of review and test material, the latest edition of this important volume has been redesigned to provide a more accessible, up-to-date feel to the content to enhance the readers learning experience. Offering a unique combination of rigorous scholarship together with a wealth of clinical experience, Maciocias Foundations of Chinese Medicine will be ideal for all students of Chinese medicine, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine as well as qualified practitioners needing to stay up-to-date with changes in the field. "For the student or practitioner of Chinese medicine this is a definitive text book." Reviewed by Jim Young on behalf of glycosmedia.com, Aug 2015 FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The latest edition of this hugely popular volume continues to provide readers in the West with a clear explanation of the theory and practice of Chinese medicine.Richly illustrated and fully updated throughout, Foundations of Chinese Medicine retains its careful structure to present the subject in a systemized manner which ranges from first principles to the diagnosis and management of a wide range of disease states. NOW WITH AN ACCOMPANYING WEBSITE containing an extensive bank of review and test material, the latest edition of this important volume has been redesigned to provide a more accessible, up-to-date feel to the content to enhance the readers learning experience.Offering a unique combination of rigorous scholarship together with a wealth of clinical experience, Maciocias Foundations of Chinese Medicine will be ideal for all students of Chinese medicine, acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine as well as qualified practitioners needing to stay up-to-date with changes in the field."For the student or practitioner of Chinese medicine this is a definitive text book." Reviewed by Jim Young on behalf of glycosmedia.com, Aug 201525th Anniversary edition of the Western worlds best-selling book on Chinese medicine!Logical, sequential organization builds from basic theoretical concepts, through functions of individual organs, diagnosis, pathology, pattern recognition & disease categories, and the appropriate use of acupuncture pointsClearly explains the theory and practice of Chinese Medicine to Western medical audiencesBased on a unique and invaluable combination of extensive clinical experience in the West, current Chinese Medicine textbooks and ancient sources, in particular, the Yellow Emperors Classic of Internal Medicine (Nei Jing) and the Classic of Difficulties (Nan Jing)Includes Pinyin equivalents to make it immediately evident which original term is being translatedAbundantly illustrated with over 750 line drawings and more than 1000 tables & boxes designed to emphasize the key factsEnd of chapter Learning Outcomes point out must-know informationCases Studies and Case Histories apply theory to diagnosis and treatment, bringing the subject to life in a realistic contextAn extensive Glossary explains new terms and their origins from translationAdditional Appendices list Prescriptions, Bibliography and Chinese ChronologyAuthored by Giovanni Maciocia, one of the Western worlds leading subject matter expertsAn accompanying EVOLVE website provides over 650 self-testing questions and answers to help readers check their understanding of frequently complex informationNew Case Histories help bring the subject to lifeExpanded subject area coverage including new clinical guidelines and additional acupuncture point combinationsContains further analysis of acupuncture point actionsInnovative guidelines aid students learning Chinese Medicine patterns Author Biography Giovanni Maciocia is one of the most highly-regarded and respected authors and lecturers in the West. He is Visiting Associate Professor at the Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine and has many years of experience in teaching and practice. Giovanni trained initially in the UK and then in China, learned Chinese to be able to study from original Chinese texts, and was one of the first practitioners and authors to introduce Chinese medicine in a clear and accessible way to a Western student audience. Giovanni Maciocia has written other best-selling books under the Elsevier Churchill Livingstone imprint - The Practice of Chinese Medicine: The Treatment of Diseases with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, 2e (ISBN 978-0443074905), Diagnosis in Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Guide, 1e (ISBN 9780443064487), The Channels of Acupuncture: Clinical Use of the Secondary Channels and Eight Extraordinary Vessels, 1e (ISBN 9780443074912), The Psyche in Chinese Medicine: Treatment of Emotional and Mental Disharmonies with Acupuncture and Chinese Herbs, 1e (ISBN 9780702029882), and Obstetrics and Gynecology in Chinese Medicine, 2e (ISBN 9780443104220). Table of Contents General TheoryFunctions of the Internal OrgansCauses of DiseaseDiagnosisPathologyIdentification of PatternsIdentification of Patterns According to the Eight Principles, etc.Acupuncture PointsPrinciples of Treatment Review "..this rich tapestry of Chinese medical practice and philosophy does offer a unique illumination of a divine subject." Reviewed by Jim Young on behalf of glycosmedia.com, Aug 2015 Review Quote "..this rich tapestry of Chinese medical practice and philosophy does offer a unique illumination of a divine subject." Reviewed by Jim Young on behalf of glycosmedia.com, Aug 2015 Details ISBN0702052167 Author Giovanni Maciocia Publisher Elsevier Health Sciences Language English Year 2015 ISBN-10 0702052167 ISBN-13 9780702052163 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2015-06-30 Edition 3rd Imprint Churchill Livingstone Subtitle A Comprehensive Text Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9780443074899 DEWEY 610.951 Media Book Pages 1320 Short Title The Foundations of Chinese Medicine Textbook 1 UK Release Date 2015-06-30 Edition Description 3rd edition Alternative 9780323525299 Audience Professional & Vocational NZ Release Date 2015-06-29 AU Release Date 2015-06-29 Illustrations Approx. 800 illustrations (800 in full color); Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:89923162;

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