Clinical Applications: Integrated Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and Western Medicine

Capture fluid insights on the clinical application of integrative traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) in our modern medical environment.This text compiles correspondences between Dr. Lee Chen Yu and his pupil, Dr. Juno Yang. Dr. Lee is world renowned for his innovative use of TCM in the treatment of difficult and intractable diseases. His pupil, Dr. Yang, inquires on specific cases faced in daily clinical practice and Dr. Lee responds, providing advice and guidance on effective therapeutic regimens.This compilation makes an ideal learning companion for TCM practitioners, aspiring students, and anyone interested in learning about the practical application of TCM in the clinical setting.Supplemental materials such as an introduction to Dr. Lee's commonly prescribed formulas and pharmacopeia are also included.Come along on this journey of discovery into the vast potential of integrative TCM and experience this fusion of ancient healing arts into the emerging vistas of modern scientific medicine.From the back coverFor those who, like me, have a passionate interest in the integration and efficacy of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) alongside Western medicine in the real world, Dr. Lee's outlook and mastery is a vast treasure. This book is an important new addition to the TCM cannon in the English language. More than most titles currently available, this text provides application of TCM for challenging conditions and cases that will be welcomed by student and experienced practitioner alike. The format of question and response between student and master is reminiscent of the classic writings of Chinese medicine and makes for compelling reading. Dr. Lee's replies to his student's questions demonstrate his eminently pragmatic, open-minded approach and his expansive knowledge of Western medicine. Following these moving case studies reveals Dr. Lee's thought process and his unique, innovative application of Chinese medicine to real medical problems - taking into consideration concurrent treatment with western medicine. The dialogue takes us on the emotionally testing journey of a young TCM doctor as he overcomes doubts of his own abilities and that of TCM to successfully manage severe illnesses. In addition to clinical advice, the pastoral wisdom imparted by Dr. Lee to his student will no doubt be of great benefit to any developing practitioner. The contents of this first volume demonstrate the breadth of Dr. Lee's repertoire, confidently treating diseases as diverse as SLE and brain neoplasms - I am sure that following volumes will be eagerly awaited. The scholarly aptitude of the translation and extensive compilation of supplemental information is of such an exceptional standard that the essence of Dr. Lee's approach and method is accurately conveyed to the non-Mandarin speaker. Overall, an extraordinarily well-crafted work of scholarly excellence Dr. Paul Watson BA (Hons) MB ChBSpecialist Registrar in AnaesthesiaRoyal United HospitalBath, EnglandThis volume includes over 150 unique, authoritative and informative casesLearn from Dr. Lee's 40 years of clinical experienceGain clinical insights into common maladies and intractable diseasesConnect classical TCM pathoconditions with corresponding modern biomedical termsReference over 40 of Yu Sheng Chinese Medicine Clinic's prescriptionsSample Dr. Lee's acupuncture and moxibustion regimensObserve TCM for both first line treatment and complimentary careWitness TCM used as adjuvant and palliative therapyUtilize the framework of clinical application modelsRealize the vast potential of integrative TCM and Western medicine