A student entering the world of traditional Chinese medicine needs to have an open mind about differences between tradition, science, and culture. It can be difficult to understand the concepts especially as students learning this medicine in a different...
A student entering the world of traditional Chinese medicine needs to have an open mind about differences between tradition, science, and culture. It can be difficult to understand the concepts especially as students learning this medicine in a different language and mindset from the original material. The following books are some recommendations where authors, aware of this struggle, have deciphered the underlying philosophy in a readable way. Some authors in this recommendation list have even tried bridging the gap using western Biomedicine. These books can help develop your understanding of the definitions of wellness, illness, and healthcare. Before starting or even during acupuncture school, moving towards an understanding of evidence-based medicine, these books can help a student navigate this exploratory time.
