Intensive Acupuncture Review Training with Dr. Paul Kadetz – 2020

Advancing Clinical Excellence in Traditional Chinese Medicine

INAM Philippines successfully conducted a multi-day Intensive Acupuncture Review Training led by Dr. Paul Kadetz, bringing together acupuncture practitioners and students for an in-depth review of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, research, diagnosis, and hands-on clinical practice.

Designed to strengthen both foundational knowledge and advanced clinical skills, the training combined lectures, case discussions, and supervised patient treatments—reinforcing INAM’s commitment to high-quality acupuncture education in the Philippines.

Training Highlights and Key Topics

Day 1: Foundations and Core Principles
The training opened with participant introductions and alignment of expectations, followed by discussions on:

  • Introduction to Acupuncture Research Methods
  • Eight Parameters and Five Substances
  • Tonification and Reduction Techniques
  • Zang-Fu Organ Theory

Day 2: Diagnostic Mastery
Participants deepened their diagnostic skills through:

  • Research Methods
  • The Ten Questions
  • Tongue and Face Diagnosis
  • Pulse Diagnosis
  • Tui Na applications

Day 3: Channels and Meridians
Advanced pattern differentiation and treatment planning focused on:

  • Research Methods (Literature Review and Research Questions)
  • Diagnosis and Treatment of Kidney and Urinary Bladder Channel Patterns
  • Diagnosis and Treatment of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians

Day 4: Digestive Health and Adjunct Therapies
Sessions emphasized:

  • Research Methods
  • Diagnosis and Treatment of Spleen and Stomach Channel Patterns
  • Cupping and Moxibustion
  • Bonus topic: Gua Sha

Final Days: Clinical Application and Special Topics
The concluding days centered on intensive clinical practice, case study presentations, and mentorship under Dr. Kadetz, covering:

  • Acupuncture Research and Evidence-Based Practice
  • Diagnosis and Treatment of:
    • Heart and Small Intestine Channel Patterns
    • Pericardium and San Jiao Channel Patterns
    • Lung and Large Intestine Channel Patterns
  • Treating Root and Branch
  • Ear Acupuncture
  • Male and Female Infertility
  • Supervised Clinical Practice with real patients
Building Confidence Through Practice

Throughout the training, participants honed their acupuncture skills through hands-on treatment sessions and case presentations, applying both classical TCM theory and modern research concepts. Under the guidance of Dr. Paul Kadetz, students strengthened their clinical reasoning, diagnostic accuracy, and treatment effectiveness.

Continuing INAM’s Commitment to Acupuncture Education

This Intensive Acupuncture Review Training reflects INAM Philippines’ ongoing dedication to advancing Traditional Chinese Medicine, acupuncture research, and community-oriented healthcare education. By bridging theory, research, and clinical practice, INAM continues to support the development of competent and compassionate acupuncture practitioners in the Philippines.

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