The Western Lake Tour, Oct. 7 - 23, 2010
Western Lake - Hangzhou, China
On this tour you will study at Zhejiang Chinese Medical University. The course curriculum will consist of morning rounds in one of the University's affiliated hospitals. Afternoon lectures will cover various topics related to your chosen field of study. Participants can chose to study acupuncture, herbs, or tuina and acupressure.
Located in beautiful Zhejiang providence, Hang Zhou is one of the most famous tourist destinations for the Chinese. The magnificent Western Lake is located at the edge of town and is surrounded by mountains on the opposing sides. Lush vegetation covers the mountains that are spotted with temples, pagodas, and traditional Chinese architecture. A vast network of trails border the lake and transverse through a wide array of colorful gardens filled with flowers, peacocks, and exotic plants.
Travel Itinerary 10/7 - 10/23/10
10/7 Depart Home Country
10/8 Arrive in Shanghai
10/9 Tour Shanghai
10/11-10/15 Clinical Rounds and Lectures
10/16 Western Lake Tour
10/18-10/22 Clinical Rounds and Lectures
10/23 Depart Shanghai or Free time
Costs include tuition, pickup at airport, hotel accommodations, four group dinners, 5 massages, and weekend tours. Additional money should be brought for shopping, meals, and daily transportation. We recommend a minimum of $500.
Total Cost for 2 Weeks: $3, 300 USD
Approved by the NCCAOM for 50 CEU's
Total Cost for 2 Weeks: $3, 300 USD
Approved by the NCCAOM for 50 CEU's
Founded in 1953 ZCMU offers a wide range of training opportunities in Chinese medicine. With a breadth of programs, research, and affiliations, ZCMU has proved itself to be a leading university for TCM studies in China. They offer 21 undergraduate programs, 23 masters degrees, and 5 doctoral diplomas to their Chinese students. They also have a postdoctoral research center and maintain affiliations with 10 hospitals.