Study Abroad

Students in the second or third level of the program may participate in an optional clinical training program offered annually at either Yue Yang Hospital, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, or at Zhejiang Chinese Medical University in Hangzhou. The 2-week study abroad program provides a strong foundation in TCM theory, differential diagnosis and treatment skills. Students work in a hospital in-patient setting and an out-patient clinic, and may concentrate on acupuncture, herbal medicine or a combination of both. Because TCM is practiced in Chinese hospitals as a primary care medical system, students see a large volume of patients and a wide variety of conditions. This trip is usually offered annually during the March quarter break.