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Classical Strategies for Effective Herbal Formulation, Part 6: Dihuang Family

A Master Class with Heiner Fruehauf

By Heiner Fruehauf

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Total CPDs: 7.5
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Total CPDs: 7.5
Standard Certificate (7.5), NCCAOM (7.5)
Access Period: Lifetime
Series Length: 7.5hrs

Series Overview

Dr. Heiner Fruehauf's 3-part course series on Chinese herbal medicine deepens the lifelong learner’s mastery of herbal prescribing by rooting their understanding in classical principles and practices. It accommodates the needs and interests of all levels, from students of Chinese medicine and newer practitioners to seasoned practitioners who are ever-refining their capacity to successfully treat any condition presented in the clinic.

In the Dihuang Formula Family course series, Heiner describes the energetic properties of the herb and presents common herb pairs, and the major herbal formulas he uses in his clinical practice of over 30 years. Case examples are presented to provide a clinical context for learning the indications for particular formulas within each family. With this base of knowledge, practitioners can stand on firm ground while being flexible in their ability to design herbal treatments that effectively treat the complex patterns manifesting in our increasingly out-of-balance world.

Classical Strategies for Effective Herbal Formulation, Part 6: Dihuang Family - Course 3

The main Dihuang family Formulas Pt III: Actions, Indications, Modifications, Case Studies

Dr. Fruehauf continues the exploration of representative Dihuang family formulas, including therapeutic actions, indications and clinical applications. Case studies explain how to modify/combine formulas to address specific patient presentations.
Total CPDs: 2.5
NCCAOM (2.5), Standard Certificate (2.5)
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Length: 2.5hrs
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.

Course Overview

Dr. Heiner Fruehauf's master class on Chinese herbal medicine deepens the lifelong learner’s mastery of herbal prescribing by rooting their understanding in classical principles and practices. It accommodates the needs and interests of all levels, from students of Chinese medicine and newer practitioners to seasoned practitioners who are ever-refining their capacity to successfully treat any condition presenting in the clinic. For each of eight major herb families, Heiner describes the energetic properties of the lead herb, common herb pairs, and the major herbal formulas. Case examples are presented to provide a clinical context for learning the indications for particular formulas within each family. With this base of knowledge, practitioners can stand on firm ground while being flexible in their ability to design herbal treatments that effectively treat the complex patterns manifesting in our increasingly out-of-balance world. In the third session, Heiner continues to explore representative formulas in the Dihuang family. He discusses their historical context, dosages, formula architecture, therapeutic actions, indications, and clinical applications. The focus is on Dahuang Zhechong Wan, Biejia Jian Wan and Shenxian Dushi Dan. Case studies and a discussion of Spirit Pearls are used to explain how to modify/combine formulas to address specific presenting patterns.

Course Objectives

  • Discuss Dahuang Zhechong Wan, Biejia Jian Wan, Shenxian Dushi Dan, and Suanzaoren Tang, addressing historical context, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples, and in some cases sourcing and processing of ingredients.
  • Explain the hallmark symptoms or features that allow you to choose the most appropriate remedy for common presenting patterns, given the Dihuang and Suanzaoren based formulas presented.
  • Describe how to craft modifications of the given Dihuang formulas and/or suggest formula combinations that will achieve a desired therapeutic effect for unique presenting patterns.

Course Outline

0 hrs - 30 min
Heiner continues the exploration of the Dihuang family of formulas. The focus is Dahuang Zhechong Wan, addressing historical context, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
30 min - 1 hrs
Heiner continues to explore the Dihuang family of formulas, specifically Biejia Jian Wan & Shenxian Dushi Dan, addressing sourcing & processing, historical context, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
1 hrs - 1.5 hrs
Heiner continues with the discussion of the Dihuang family of formulas. He explores more of the unique historical context of Dahuang Zhechong Wan, Biejia Jian Wan, and Shenxian Dushi Dan and offers case examples to understand differentiation.
1.5 hrs - 2 hrs
Heiner explains how to modify Dihuang formulas or formulas based on yin tonics such as Suanzaoren to achieve a desired effect for individual presenting patterns. He uses Spirit Pearls as an example.
2 hrs - 2.5 hrs
The final 30 minutes will be devoted to a question and answer period. Questions will be selected from those posted in the Zoom chat based on relevance for the whole group.

Classical Strategies for Effective Herbal Formulation, Part 6: Dihuang Family - Course 1

Energetic Properties of Dihuang; The Main Dihuang Family Formulas Part I.

Dr. Fruehauf explores representative Dihuang family formulas, including therapeutic actions, indications, and clinical applications. Case studies explain how to modify/combine formulas to address specific patient presentations.
Total CPDs: 2.5
Standard Certificate (2.5), NCCAOM (2.5)
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Length: 2.5hrs
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.

Course Overview

Dr. Heiner Fruehauf's master class on Chinese herbal medicine deepens the lifelong learner’s mastery of herbal prescribing by rooting their understanding in classical principles and practices. It accommodates the needs and interests of all levels, from students of Chinese medicine and newer practitioners to seasoned practitioners who are ever-refining their capacity to successfully treat any condition presenting in the clinic. For each of eight major herb families, Heiner describes the energetic properties of the lead herb, common herb pairs, and the major herbal formulas. Case examples are presented to provide a clinical context for learning the indications for particular formulas within each family. With this base of knowledge, practitioners can stand on firm ground while being flexible in their ability to design herbal treatments that effectively treat the complex patterns manifesting in our increasingly out-of-balance world. In the first session devoted to the Dihuang formula family, Heiner discusses the nature of Dihuang as a chief herb, and introduces representative formulas. He discusses their historical context, dosages, formula architecture, therapeutic actions, indications, and clinical applications. The focus is on Jingui Shenqi Wan, Mai Wei Dihuang Wan, Qi Ju Dihuang Wan, Jisheng Shenqi Wan and Yiguan Jian Wan. Case studies and a discussion of Water Pearls are used to explain how to modify/combine formulas to address specific presenting patterns.

Course Objectives

  • Describe the energetic properties and actions of Dihuang. Discuss the sourcing and preparation of Dihuang. Explain how the preparation of Dihuang can alter the actions of the herb. Explore common herb pairing with Dihuang formulas.
  • Discuss Jingui Shenqi Wan, liuwei Dihuang Wan, Mai Wei Dihuang Wan, Qi Ju Dihuang Wan, Jisheng Shenqi Wan, and Yiguan Jian, addressing historical context, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
  • Of the Dihuang formulas discussed, explain the distinguishing features enabling you to choose the most appropriate remedy for common presenting patterns.
  • Describe how to craft modifications of Dihuang formulas and/or suggest formula combinations that will achieve a desired therapeutic effect for unique presenting patterns.

Course Outline

0 hrs - 30 min
Heiner discusses the energetic properties and actions of Dihuang, including traditional sourcing and preparation methods and importance of the herb in the Chinese materia medica.
30 min - 1 hrs
Heiner continues with the discussion of preparation. The focus is Jingui Shenqi Wan, Liuwei Dihuang Wan and Mai Wei Dihuang Wan. Addresses the historical context, formula structure, dosages, indications, applications and case examples.
1 hrs - 1.5 hrs
Heiner continues to explore Dihuang family of formulas, focusing on Qi Ju Dihuang Wan, Jisheng Shenqi Wan, and Yiguan Jian, addressing the historical context, formula structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
1.5 hrs - 2 hrs
Heiner explains how to modify Dihuang formulas and/or combine formulas to achieve a desired effect for specific patterns. Water Pearls, which combines Jingui Shenqi Wan and Mai Wei Dihuang Wan, among other Shenqi Wan mods, is used as an example.
2 hrs - 2.5 hrs
The final 30 minutes will be devoted to a question and answer period. Questions will be selected from those posted in the Zoom chat based on relevance for the whole group.

Classical Strategies for Effective Herbal Formulation, Part 6: Dihuang Family - Course 2

The Main Dihuang Family Formulas Pt II: Actions, Indications, Modifications, Case Studies

Dr. Fruehauf continues the exploration of representative Dihuang family formulas, including therapeutic actions, indications and clinical applications. Case studies explain how to modify/combine formulas to address specific patient presentations.
Total CPDs: 2.5
Standard Certificate (2.5), NCCAOM (2.5)
Access Period: Lifetime
Course Length: 2.5hrs
Course Notes: Notes are provided with this course.

Course Overview

Dr. Heiner Fruehauf's master class on Chinese herbal medicine deepens the lifelong learner’s mastery of herbal prescribing by rooting their understanding in classical principles and practices. It accommodates the needs and interests of all levels, from students of Chinese medicine and newer practitioners to seasoned practitioners who are ever-refining their capacity to successfully treat any condition presenting in the clinic. For each of eight major herb families, Heiner describes the energetic properties of the lead herb, common herb pairs, and the major herbal formulas. Case examples are presented to provide a clinical context for learning the indications for particular formulas within each family. With this base of knowledge, practitioners can stand on firm ground while being flexible in their ability to design herbal treatments that effectively treat the complex patterns manifesting in our increasingly out-of-balance world. In the second session, Heiner continues to explore representative formulas in the Dihuang family. He discusses their historical context, dosages, formula architecture, therapeutic actions, indications, and clinical applications. The focus is on Baihe Dihuang Tang, Baihe Zhimu Tang, Baihe Huashi San, Zhi Gancao Tang and Yanghe Tang. Case studies and discussions of Glacier Pearls and Wind Pearls are used to explain how to modify/combine formulas to address specific presenting patterns.

Course Objectives

  • Discuss and compare Baihe Dihuang Tang & its modifications, Baihe Zhimu Tang & Baihe Huashi San. Explore Zhi Gancao Tang & Yanghe Tang. Address historical context, structure, common herb pairings, dosages, indications, applications & case examples.
  • Explain the hallmark symptoms or features that allow you to choose the most appropriate remedy for common presenting patterns, given the formulas presented.
  • Describe how to craft modifications of Dihuang formulas and/or suggest formula combinations that will achieve a desired therapeutic effect for unique presenting patterns.

Course Outline

0 hrs - 30 min
Heiner continues to explore the Dihuang family of formulas. The focus is Baihe Dihuang Tang, and formulas Baihe Zhimu Tang and Baihe Huashi San, addressing historical context, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
30 min - 1 hrs
Heiner continues the exploration of Dihuang family of formulas. The focus is Zhi Gancao Tang and Yanghe Tang, addressing historical context, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
1 hrs - 1.5 hrs
Heiner continues the exploration of Dihuang family formulas. The focus continues to be on Zhi Gancao Tang, including historical context, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
1.5 hrs - 2 hrs
Heiner discusses how to modify and/or combine Dihuang formulas to achieve the desired effect for specific patterns. He uses Glacier Pearls and Wind Pearls as examples of how to combine Dihuang formulas.
2 hrs - 2.5 hrs
The final 30 minutes will be devoted to a question and answer period. Questions will be selected from those posted in the zoom chat based on relevance for the whole group.

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Taught by Heiner Fruehauf

Heiner Fruehauf is the Founding Professor of the College of Classical Chinese Medicine at National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) in Portland, Oregon. As a practitioner, Dr. Fruehauf focuses on the complementary treatment of difficult and recalcitrant diseases, including cancer, chronic respiratory and digestive disorders, and inflammation of the nervous system.
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