Classical Strategies for Effective Herbal Formulation: Ginseng & Anti-Ginseng

Considerations for Treating Gu Syndrome and Other Deficiency-Based Diseases

By Heiner Fruehauf

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Total CPDs: 7.5
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Total CPDs: 7.5
NCCAOM (7.5), Standard Certificate (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 Ginseng and Anti-Ginseng course series, Heiner describes the energetic properties of Renshen, and presents common herb pairs, and the major herbal formulas he uses in his clinical practice of over 30 years.

In addition, Course 2 and 3 of this series is focused on considerations for treating Gu Syndrome and other deficiency-based diseases, a mainstay of Heiner's clinical practice. 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.

Considerations for Treating Gu Syndrome and Other Deficiency-Based Diseases: Gu Family, Part 1

Dr. Fruehauf introduces the concept of Gu Syndrome. He discusses representative Gu formulas, including their therapeutic actions, indications, and clinical applications. Case studies deepen the understanding of how to treat specific Gu 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, Heiner discusses the clinical concept of Gu Syndrome, and introduces representative anti-Gu formulas. He discusses their historical context, dosages, formula architecture, therapeutic actions, indications, and clinical applications. The focus is on Su He Tang and Jiajian Su He Tang. Case studies and a discussion of Thunder Pearls and Lightening Pearls are used to explain how to create anti-Gu formulas to address specific presenting patterns.

Course Objectives

  • Outline the theory of Gu Syndrome. Address the in-depth historical context and different classifications of Gu, the associated Chinese medical pathologies, and discuss its modern clinical presentations.
  • Discuss the prescriptions Su He Tang and Jiajian Su He Tang and addresses their historical context, single herb constituents, structure, dosages, indications, typical applications and case examples.
  • Explain the hallmark symptoms or features of Gu Syndrome that allow you to choose the most appropriate remedy for common presenting patterns, given the Gu formulas presented.
  • Describe how to craft modifications of the given Gu 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 theory of Gu Syndrome, including an in-depth exploration of historical context and the various classifications of Gu Syndrome.
30 min - 1 hrs
Heiner continues discussing Gu Syndrome and reviews the common hallmark signs and symptoms and Chinese medical pathologies of patients who present to the clinic with Gu Syndrome.
1 hrs - 1.5 hrs
Heiner further explores how to discern between Gu Syndrome and underlying patterns, including when to use Su He Tang and Jiajian Su He Tang. He addresses historical context, structure, dosage, indications, typical applications and case examples.
1.5 hrs - 2 hrs
Heiner explains how to modify and/or combine specific formulas to achieve a desired effect for individual presenting patterns. He uses Thunder Pearls and Lightning Pearls as examples.
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.

Considerations for Treating Gu Syndrome and Other Deficiency-Based Diseases: Gu Family, Part 2

Dr. Fruehauf presents multiple case studies that deepen the understanding of how to treat specific presentations of Gu Syndrome.
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 second Gu Syndrome session, Heiner further explores the dosages, formula architecture, therapeutic actions, indications, and clinical applications of anti-Gu formulas. He presents multiple case studies from his extensive clinical experience treating systemic parasitic infections with anti-Gu herbal formulas.

Course Objectives

  • Review the theory of Gu Syndrome and the notion of chronic parasitism.
  • Learn how to identify the three stages of Gu Syndrome and their related Chinese medical pathologies. Discuss their modern clinical presentations.
  • Discuss the application of Su He Tang and Jiajian Su He Tang, and how to craft modifications for both formulas for different Gu Syndrome classifications and symptoms, based on specific case studies.
  • Present case examples and treatment protocols for patients with various stages of Gu Syndrome, including how to recognize when treatment protocols are successful.
  • Explore how to treat Gu Syndrome for hyper-sensitive patients who tend to react to virtually all forms of treatment.

Course Outline

0 hrs - 30 min
Heiner reviews the theory of Gu Syndrome, and explains how to identify the various classifications, the three stages, and the related pathologies.
30 min - 1 hrs
Heiner continues discussing Gu Syndrome and presents case examples of Gu Syndrome, including how to approach treatment at the various stages.
1 hrs - 1.5 hrs
Heiner continues to explore the formulas Su He Tang and Jiajian Su He Tang and presents how to combine specific herbs and modify the formulas to achieve the desired outcome at the various stages of Gu Syndrome.
1.5 hrs - 2 hrs
Heiner reviews how to recognize when Gu Syndrome treatment protocols are successful. He continues to explain how to modify and combine formulas to support the trajectory of the treatment. He uses Thunder Pearls and Lightning Pearls as examples.
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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This series mentions bleeding techniques or the treatment of cancer as part of its historical discussions. Bloodletting and Cancer treatment are not within the scope of practice for most licensees. Furthermore, bloodletting and/or the treatment of cancer may or may not be included in your scope of practice in your particular jurisdiction. The mention of the historical use of these techniques does not certify the learner to use these points or condone the use of these techniques outside the scope of one’s practice in their jurisdiction.
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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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