The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text, 3rd Edition by Giovanni Maciocia (ISBN 9780702052163) - Hardcover

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  • Author: Giovanni Maciocia CAc(Nanjing)
  • ISBN13: 9780702052163
  • ISBN10: 0702052167
  • Type: Hardcover Book.
  • Publisher: Churchill Livingstone
  • Language : English

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The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text

By Giovanni Maciocia

The Foundations of Chinese Medicine, 3rd Edition is the most complete 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.

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.

What This Book Covers

This edition addresses every major aspect of Traditional Chinese Medicine, serving both as a foundational textbook and a long-term clinical reference for practitioners.

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

Key Features of the 3rd Edition

  • Comprehensive integration of theory, diagnosis, and treatment
  • Over 100 clinical case examples for real-world application
  • Updated terminology aligned with WHO and modern TCM education
  • More than 750 charts and color illustrations
  • Integrative perspective linking TCM and Western biomedical concepts
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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+
  • Availability: In Stock
  • Price: $103.99 (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
  • Treatment Principles and Case Studies

FAQs

  • Is this the latest edition? Yes — the fully revised and most current 3rd Edition.
  • Is it used globally? Yes — a standard text in TCM universities worldwide.
  • Does it cover herbs and acupuncture? Yes — both are integrated throughout the text.