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SUMMARY:Treating Alzheimer’s and other Dementias with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar \n5.5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease. Currently\, considered the 6th most common cause of death in the United States\, but according to the National Institute of Health\, it should be ranked third (https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-disease-fact-sheet). While the most common form of dementia\, there are lots of different types other than Alzheimer’s. This course will examine these dementias from both biomedical and Chinese points of view\, and discuss Chinese medical diagnostics and therapeutics. Often biomedical treatment involves pharmaceuticals with adverse drug reactions. Chinese medicine can help treat and support patients with dementia. Participants will leave with a real-world approach to treating these conditions.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-alzheimers-and-other-dementias-with-chinese-medicine-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T130000
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SUMMARY:Dermatologic Drugs and Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar \nDrugs used to treat the skin are very commonly prescribed. This seminar explores this class of drugs including those used to treat acne\, bacterial infections\, rosacea\, psoriasis\, alopecia\, and pigmentation disorders. Join us as we look at the uses\, mechanisms of action\, cautions\, and potential interactions as well as the potential Chinese medical actions of these agents.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/dermatologic-drugs-and-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T140000
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SUMMARY:Playing the Game: Accepting Insurance as an Acupuncturist
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar \nAccepting and billing insurance can be like a game. This course explains the playing field and rules of this game. We will discuss what an acupuncturist needs to do before seeing insurance patients\, during the patient visit\, and after the patient leaves. In other words\, it will examine all the stages\, equipment\, and\, most importantly\, systems necessary to successfully accept insurance and increase income\, all while minimizing the risks. This is a must take course for anyone who wants to promote our medicine to more patients while increasing revenues.\nThis course is based on the book Playing the Game\, A Step-by-step Approach to Accepting Insurance as an Acupuncturist by Dr. Greg Sperber (the course teacher) and Tiffany Andersen-Hefner. It includes many necessary forms for accepting insurance and creating time saving and effective systems.\nThis course is also part of an ongoing series of classes in our Mastering Business for Acupuncturists series which looks at business\, practice\, and marketing with an emphasis on helping acupuncturists become as successful as possible. When one of is more successful\, we are all more successful and our profession benefits…
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/playing-the-game-accepting-insurance-as-an-acupuncturist/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T130000
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UID:78618-1769950800-1769954400@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Should you accept insurance?
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar \nWhether you are new to practice or have been in practice for quite a while\, there is usually one question that pops up: should I accept insurance? It seems like more and more insurance plans are now paying for acupuncture. But\, do they pay fairly? Is it worth the time\, effort\, and change\, if you have them\, to current procedures? In other words\, what are the pros and cons to accepting insurance? This course is a quick\, hopefully objective\, overview of these pros and cons. And ultimately\, it should give you some idea how to answer the “should I accept insurance?” question for yourself…\nThis course is part of an ongoing series of classes in our Mastering Business for Acupuncturists series which looks at business\, practice\, and marketing with an emphasis on helping acupuncturists become as successful as possible. When one of is more successful\, we are all more successful and our profession benefits…
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/should-you-accept-insurance/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260125T150000
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UID:78617-1769346000-1769353200@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Enzyme Supplements and Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar This is the 18th course (however\, don’t worry\, you can take them in any order) in a series called Integrative Nutrition and will cover biomedical and integrative science of nutrition and explore the complementary and alternative concepts that are part of the modern supplement industry. This series will be one live class per month covering a category of nutrition and will include some basic biochemistry\, nutrition\, and supplements available on the market. In other words\, it is going to be the perfect combination of biochemical nutrition\, supplements\, Chinese medicine\, and real-world use cases\, If you are a practitioner of any stripe or just interested in nutrition\, this is the series for you\,\nThis class will examine enzyme supplements and the physiological biochemistry supporting their use. We will examine them from a modern nutritional and chemical perspective while always having an eye on how they may explain some of the actions of Chinese medical herbs and vice versa. And we will be looking at the science of those supplements\, trying to answer the question: do they work? There will be a lot of information and it will be immediately useful for treating our patients.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/enzyme-supplements-and-chinese-medicine-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T170000
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UID:78615-1768741200-1768755600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Electronic Health Records for Chinese Medical Practitioners
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar \nElectronic health records (EHRs)\, also known as electronic medical records (EMRs) are necessary for a modern practice. And they can save time\, money\, and energy\, as well as actually increase income\, if done correctly! This course will discuss all aspects of using this type of software/app including what to look for in deciding which system to get\, looking at both personal/professional preferences and legalities\, how to safely implement them\, and how to use them appropriately including dos and don’ts. And we will discuss artificial intelligence (AI) and how it may affect EHR programs. This course is a must take for anyone striving for a modern practice!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/electronic-health-records-for-chinese-medical-practitioners/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251214T150000
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UID:68472-1765717200-1765724400@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Chinese Herbal First Aid Kit
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We should be empowering our patients to help themselves. What better way to do that than give them info for having Chinese herbal formulas in their medicine cabinet to help with minor medical conditions. In this course\, we will look at relatively easy to find prepared herbal medicines everyone should have in their medical cabinet. We will discuss the conditions they treat\, how to use them\, and any cautions. Conditions covered include\, but are not limited to\, colds\, bleeding\, burns\, digestive complaints\, headaches\, and sinusitis.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/chinese-herbal-first-aid-kit-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
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UID:68471-1765112400-1765119600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Nourish the Yin Formulas and E Bu Shi Cao (Small Centipeda Herb)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb’s Herbs podcast. The first covers another class of Chinese formulas\, the nourish the yin formulas\, used for a variety of reasons and often for women’s issues including menstrual and menopausal. The second episode covers the Chinese herb E Bu Shi Cao (Small Centipeda Herb) from the warm\, acrid herbs that release the exterior category. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category\, and functions\, we will explore the history\, quality\, science\, pharmacology\, evidence\, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective\, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/nourish-the-yin-formulas-and-e-bu-shi-cao-small-centipeda-herb/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251123T160000
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CREATED:20250102T191356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T194051Z
UID:68470-1763902800-1763913600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Knee\, Elbow\, and Shoulder Pain with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar The majority of most acupuncturists’ practices are orthopedic and neurological. Knee\, elbow\, and shoulder pains are incredibly common. And the shoulder is probably the most complex joint in the body. This course takes an integrative approach to treating these conditions and will expand our diagnostic and treatment acumen. It will look at how to ask questions to solicit diagnostic details\, conduct a thorough acupuncture-centric exam\, develop appropriate and effective treatment protocols\, and properly document all of it. No matter if you are new to treating these conditions or an expert at it\, you will learn something new and interesting.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-knee-elbow-and-shoulder-pain-with-chinese-medicine-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251116T150000
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UID:68469-1763298000-1763305200@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Insomnia with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar Insomnia happens to everyone at some point. From a biomedical perspective there can be psychological or physical causes with a few interventions\, especially pharmaceuticals. As Chinese medical practitioners\, we see these patients often in our clinics and have several differential diagnoses and treatments. This course will look at insomnia\, from both a biomedical and Chinese medical point of view. We will discuss real world approaches to diagnosing and treating these conditions as well as educating our patients about them. Please join us as this is an important and useful course for any modern practice.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-insomnia-with-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251109T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193926Z
UID:68468-1762693200-1762704000@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Neck and Back Pain with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar By far the most common conditions most acupuncturists treat are neck and back pain. And most acupuncturists do a really good job at it. This course takes an integrative approach to treating these conditions and will expand our diagnostic and treatment acumen. It will look at how to ask questions to solicit diagnostic details\, conduct a thorough acupuncture-centric exam\, develop appropriate and effective treatment protocols\, and properly document all of it. No matter if you are new to treating these conditions or an expert at it\, you will learn something new and interesting.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-neck-and-back-pain-with-chinese-medicine-7/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251102T150000
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UID:68466-1762088400-1762095600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) and Huang Qin (Baical Skullcap Root)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb’s Herbs podcast. The first covers another herb of the world\, Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum)\, purportedly useful for the liver. The second episode covers the Chinese herb Huang Qin (Baical Skullcap Root) from herbs that clear heat and dry dampness category. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category\, and functions\, we will explore the history\, quality\, science\, pharmacology\, evidence\, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective\, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/milk-thistle-silybum-marianum-and-huang-qin-baical-skullcap-root/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251026T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
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UID:68465-1761483600-1761490800@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar Ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease can be devastating diseases. Often biomedical treatment involves strong pharmaceuticals with lots of adverse drug reactions. Chinese medicine can help treat and support patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This course will look at IBD from both biomedical and Chinese points of view\, and discuss Chinese medical diagnostics and therapeutics. Participants will leave with a real-world approach to treating these conditions.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-inflammatory-bowel-disease-with-chinese-medicine-4/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193657Z
UID:68463-1760878800-1760889600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Diabetes with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar According to the America Diabetes Association\, “In 2021\, 38.4 million Americans\, or 11.6% of the population\, had diabetes.” And about one quarter of those are undiagnosed. As Chinese medical practitioners\, we often see these patients in our clinics. This course will look at diabetes\, both type 1 and 2\, from both a biomedical and Chinese medical point of view. We will discuss real world approaches to diagnosing and treating\, or even if we should treat\, these conditions as well as educating our patients about them. Please join us as this is a vital course for any modern practice.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-diabetes-with-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251012T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193604Z
UID:68462-1760274000-1760284800@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Nine Drugs and Ten Herbs to Worry About
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We may not be able to predict all drug-herb interactions\, but we can determine potentials for interactions This seminar examines how to approach these potential drug-herb interactions. A discussion of basic pharmacology\, including the ADME scheme (absorption\, distribution\, metabolism\, and elimination) and the therapeutic index\, form the foundation of this understanding. The participant will leave with real skills to assess potential interactions and the ability to determine which are important\, which aren’t\, and which may be in the future. Both the nine drugs and ten herbs most prone to drug-herb interactions will be discussed. These drugs and herbs are based on an evidence based approach. and discusses the practical application of the ADME scheme and therapeutic index.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/nine-drugs-and-ten-herbs-to-worry-about-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251005T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193512Z
UID:68460-1759669200-1759676400@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Jia Wei Xiang Su San (Augmented Cyperus and Perilla Leaf Powder) and Chai Hu (Bupleurum Root)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb’s Herbs podcast. The first covers another Chinese formula\, Jia Wei Xiang Su San (Augmented Cyperus and Perilla Leaf Powder)\, a formula that releases exterior wind-cold. The second episode covers the Chinese herb Chai Hu (Bupleurum Root) from the cool\, acrid herbs that release the exterior category. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category\, and functions\, we will explore the history\, quality\, science\, pharmacology\, evidence\, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective\, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/jia-wei-xiang-su-san-augmented-cyperus-and-perilla-leaf-powder-and-chai-hu-bupleurum-root/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250928T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193422Z
UID:68459-1759064400-1759071600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating High Cholesterol with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar High cholesterol and triglycerides (hyperlipidemias) have been shown to contribute to heart disease\, the leading cause of death in the United States. Drugs used to treat these conditions are consistently in the top ten drugs sold in the US. Chinese medicine can help these patients in natural and effective ways. This course looks at the biomedical side of these conditions including the pathophysiology\, common (and not so common) lab tests\, and treatments\, mostly pharmaceuticals. Then we will look at how Chinese medicine can help. We will discuss acupuncture\, herbs\, and lifestyle changes and the evidence to support their use. Practitioners will walk away with a clear understanding of these conditions and tools on how to help their patients.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-high-cholesterol-with-chinese-medicine-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193330Z
UID:68458-1758459600-1758466800@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Thyroid Conditions with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar More than 12 percent of the U.S. population will develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime and an estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease.* That is a lot of people who need our help. Chinese medicine can offer a lot to treating and supporting thyroid conditions without adverse effects. This course will look at the pathophysiology and signs and symptoms of thyroid conditions from both a biomedical and Chinese medical point of view. We will discuss real world approaches to treating it as well as a discussion of the major modalities of our medicine including both acupuncture and herbal interventions. Whether you are an expert or a beginner at treating thyroid conditions\, there will be lots to learn (or relearn) from this course.\n*https://www.thyroid.org/media-main/press-room/#:~:text=Prevalence%20and%20Impact%20of%20Thyroid\,are%20unaware%20of%20their%20condition.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-thyroid-conditions-with-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250914T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193234Z
UID:68457-1757854800-1757865600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Knee\, Elbow\, and Shoulder Pain with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar The majority of most acupuncturists’ practices are orthopedic and neurological. Knee\, elbow\, and shoulder pains are incredibly common. And the shoulder is probably the most complex joint in the body. This course takes an integrative approach to treating these conditions and will expand our diagnostic and treatment acumen. It will look at how to ask questions to solicit diagnostic details\, conduct a thorough acupuncture-centric exam\, develop appropriate and effective treatment protocols\, and properly document all of it. No matter if you are new to treating these conditions or an expert at it\, you will learn something new and interesting.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-knee-elbow-and-shoulder-pain-with-chinese-medicine-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250907T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T193141Z
UID:68456-1757250000-1757257200@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Desert Quandong (Santalum acuminatum) and Fan Xie Ye (Senna Leaf)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb’s Herbs podcast. The first covers another herb of the world\, Desert Quandong (Santalum acuminatum)\, useful for pain relief. The second episode covers the Chinese herb Fan Xie Ye (Senna Leaf) from purgatives category. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category\, and functions\, we will explore the history\, quality\, science\, pharmacology\, evidence\, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective\, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/desert-quandong-santalum-acuminatum-and-fan-xie-ye-senna-leaf/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250831T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250831T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T220825Z
UID:68455-1756645200-1756652400@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:GLP-1 Agonists and Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar \nGlucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists\, such as Ozempic\, Wegovy\, Mounjaro\, and others\, are really popular right now. Like really popular. And several experts say they will fundamentally change our society in our eating habits and in secondary uses such as aiding addictions and sex. This course will look at the science and pharmacology of these drugs as well as how they may work from a Chinses medical view. We will also explore herbs\, Chinese and otherwise\, and supplements that may help support users of GLP-1 agonists or have similar effects and can be used instead of these pharmaceuticals. And\, as usual in our courses\, we will determine the risks of drug-herb interactions. This is a must take course for any modern Chinese medical practitioner and/or herbalist!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/glp-1-agonists-and-chinese-medicine-8-31-25/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250824T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250824T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192920Z
UID:68453-1756040400-1756047600@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Drugs of Abuse and Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar Many drugs have addictive qualities. And illicit drugs can still be described with much of the same language and parameters as pharmaceutical agents. As Chinese medical practitioners\, we see our patients taking and potentially abusing opioids\, benzodiazepines\, anorexiants\, and cannabis as well as other drugs of abuse. We will look at the nature of addiction as well as categories of illicit drugs\, while diving into the details.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/drugs-of-abuse-and-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250817T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192840Z
UID:68451-1755435600-1755446400@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Neck and Back Pain with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar By far the most common conditions most acupuncturists treat are neck and back pain. And most acupuncturists do a really good job at it. This course takes an integrative approach to treating these conditions and will expand our diagnostic and treatment acumen. It will look at how to ask questions to solicit diagnostic details\, conduct a thorough acupuncture-centric exam\, develop appropriate and effective treatment protocols\, and properly document all of it. No matter if you are new to treating these conditions or an expert at it\, you will learn something new and interesting.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-neck-and-back-pain-with-chinese-medicine-6/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250810T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250810T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192743Z
UID:68449-1754830800-1754838000@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Xiao Qing Long Tang (Minor Bluegreen Dragon Decoction) and Xin Yi (Magnolia Flower)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb’s Herbs podcast. The first covers another Chinese formula\, Xiao Qing Long Tang (Minor Bluegreen Dragon Decoction)\, a formula that releases exterior wind-cold. The second episode covers the Chinese herb Xin Yi (Magnolia Flower) from the warm\, acrid herbs that release the exterior category. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category\, and functions\, we will explore the history\, quality\, science\, pharmacology\, evidence\, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective\, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/xiao-qing-long-tang-minor-bluegreen-dragon-decoction-and-xin-yi-magnolia-flower/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250803T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192626Z
UID:68448-1754226000-1754233200@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Chinese Herbal First Aid Kit
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We should be empowering our patients to help themselves. What better way to do that than give them info for having Chinese herbal formulas in their medicine cabinet to help with minor medical conditions. In this course\, we will look at relatively easy to find prepared herbal medicines everyone should have in their medical cabinet. We will discuss the conditions they treat\, how to use them\, and any cautions. Conditions covered include\, but are not limited to\, colds\, bleeding\, burns\, digestive complaints\, headaches\, and sinusitis.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/chinese-herbal-first-aid-kit-3/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250727T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192540Z
UID:68447-1753621200-1753632000@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Miscellaneous Drugs and Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar An eclectic group of drugs await us as we explore miscellaneous drugs and how they interact with Chinese medicine. We will look at erectile dysfunction\, osteoporosis\, immunosuppressive\, obesity\, and acne drugs\, skeletal muscle relaxants\, and aids for smoking cessation. Join us as we look at the uses\, mechanisms of action\, cautions\, and potential interactions of these agents.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/miscellaneous-drugs-and-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T160000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192451Z
UID:68446-1753016400-1753027200@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Colds and Flus with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar Every year we go through the cold and flu season\, not to mention seasonal colds and the random annoying viral infection. They can cause temporary misery\, but also seriously affect our most vulnerable populations. Chinese medicine can offer a lot to treating and supporting patients suffering these conditions without adverse effects. This course will look at the pathophysiology and signs and symptoms of cold and flu conditions from both a biomedical and Chinese medical point of view. We will discuss real world approaches to treating them as well as a discussion of the major modalities of our medicine including acupuncture\, cupping\, and herbal interventions. Whether you are an expert or a beginner at treating viral cold and flu conditions\, there will be lots to learn (or relearn) from this course.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-colds-and-flus-with-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250713T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192411Z
UID:68444-1752411600-1752418800@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana) and Ju Hua (Chrysanthemum Flower)
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar We are going to be recording two episodes of the Sperb’s Herbs podcast. The first covers another herb of the world\, Stevia (Stevia rebaudiana)\, known for its sweetness\, but are there other medicinal properties? The second episode covers the Chinese herb Ju Hua (Chrysanthemum Flower) from cool\, acrid herbs that release the exterior category. Each episode of the podcast will go into great depth about a single herb or formula. Besides covering the basics of herbology including category\, and functions\, we will explore the history\, quality\, science\, pharmacology\, evidence\, and any potential interactions of each herb. And then there is always something a little quirky about an episode. Whether that is a unique story or an interesting perspective\, there will always be something different to learn about these herbs and formula!
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/stevia-stevia-rebaudiana-and-ju-hua-chrysanthemum-flower/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250706T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250706T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192251Z
UID:68443-1751806800-1751814000@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Treating Alzheimer’s and other Dementias with Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar 5.5 million Americans have Alzheimer’s disease. Currently\, considered the 6th most common cause of death in the United States\, but according to the National Institute of Health\, it should be ranked third (https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/alzheimers-disease-fact-sheet). While the most common form of dementia\, there are lots of different types other than Alzheimer’s. This course will examine these dementias from both biomedical and Chinese points of view\, and discuss Chinese medical diagnostics and therapeutics. Often biomedical treatment involves pharmaceuticals with adverse drug reactions. Chinese medicine can help treat and support patients with dementia. Participants will leave with a real-world approach to treating these conditions.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/treating-alzheimers-and-other-dementias-with-chinese-medicine-2/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T144839
CREATED:20250102T191252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T192148Z
UID:68442-1751202000-1751209200@integrativemedicinecouncil.org
SUMMARY:Anti-inflammatory Drugs and Chinese Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Click here to sign up for this webinar Anti-inflammatory drugs are commonly prescribed to our patients. And there is probably no drug more widely used among our patient population\, when you consider over-the-counter use. This seminar explores this class of drugs including non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)\, other analgesics\, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)\, migraine drugs\, and drugs to treat gout and ulcerative colitis. Join us as we look at the uses\, mechanisms of action\, cautions\, and potential interactions of these agents.
URL:https://integrativemedicinecouncil.org/event/anti-inflammatory-drugs-and-chinese-medicine/
LOCATION:Online Webinar
CATEGORIES:Live Webinar
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