The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text, 3rd Edition

By Giovanni Maciocia

The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, 3rd Edition by Giovanni Maciocia is the most comprehensive and authoritative English-language reference on Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Extensively revised and updated, this landmark text integrates classical Chinese medical theory with modern clinical understanding, providing a structured framework for diagnosis and treatment.

Product Details

• Title: The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Author: Giovanni Maciocia
• Publisher: Elsevier / Churchill Livingstone
• ISBN-13: 9780702052163
• Format: Hardcover
• Pages: 1320+
• Price: $89.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free Shipping

Table of Contents Highlights

• Fundamental Theories of Chinese Medicine
• Yin–Yang and Five Element Theory
• Zang Fu Organ Systems
• Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids
• Etiology and Pathogenesis
• Four Diagnostic Methods
• Patterns of Disharmony (Syndrome Differentiation)
• Treatment Principles and Case Studies

Key Features

• Comprehensive integration: Links theory, diagnosis, and treatment in one system
• Clinically usable structure: Clear organization for pattern differentiation and care planning
• Extensive visual learning: 750+ charts and illustrations for fast reference
• Case-based learning: 100+ clinical examples for real-world application
• Modern alignment: Updated terminology aligned with contemporary TCM education

Topics Covered

• Fundamental theories of Traditional Chinese Medicine
• Yin–Yang and Five Element principles
• Zang Fu organ systems and physiological functions
• Qi, Blood, Body Fluids, and Essence (Jing)
• Etiology, pathology, and disease progression
• Diagnostic methods and syndrome differentiation
• Treatment principles, acupuncture, herbs, and clinical applications

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Overview

A definitive, research-informed foundation in TCM that explains how Chinese medical theory translates into diagnosis and treatment. Ideal for building a correct clinical framework for acupuncture and herbal practice, with deep coverage of patterns, physiology, and assessment.

Widely adopted in acupuncture and TCM programs worldwide, this edition presents complex concepts in a clear, systematic manner while maintaining fidelity to traditional sources and modern educational standards.

Who Should Use This Book?

• Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine students
• TCM practitioners seeking a long-term clinical reference
• Herbal medicine students and clinicians
• Integrative medicine learners bridging TCM and biomedicine
• Universities, training programs, and clinic libraries

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FAQs

• Is The Foundations of Chinese Medicine suitable for beginners?
  Yes — it is written as a foundational textbook for students entering TCM and acupuncture programs.
• Is this book used in acupuncture and TCM colleges? Yes — it is a core textbook in TCM universities and acupuncture schools worldwide.
• Does this book cover both theory and clinical practice?
  Yes — it integrates classical theory with diagnosis, treatment principles, and case studies
• Does Maciocia’s book include acupuncture and herbal medicine?
  Yes — both acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are thoroughly covered and interconnected.
• Is this book useful for practicing clinicians?
  Yes — it serves as a long-term clinical reference beyond formal education.

Build a correct, lifelong foundation in Traditional Chinese Medicine with The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, 3rd Edition.