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The Foundations of Chinese Medicine 3rd Edition

The Foundations of Chinese Medicine 3rd Edition

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The gold-standard reference textbook for the theory and practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Engineered for acupuncturists, Chinese herbal medicine practitioners, naturopaths, and integrative healthcare students, this revised 3rd Edition delivers definitive guidance on Yin-Yang & Five Elements theory, Zang-Fu organ pathology, pulse & tongue diagnosis, and acupuncture point selection strategies.

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About The Book

The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text (3rd Edition) by Giovanni Maciocia is universally regarded as the most authoritative, detailed, and widely used textbook on Traditional Chinese Medicine in the Western world. Combining rigorous scholarship with practical clinical insights, this landmark text systematically explains the fundamental theories of TCM, diagnostic methods, pattern identification, and treatment principles. Re-organized and expanded, this edition bridges classical Chinese medical literature with modern clinical practice to help practitioners formulate accurate diagnoses and effective treatment protocols.

Core Features & Clinical Theory Modules

â–  Comprehensive Zang-Fu Organ Pathology Exhaustive breakdowns of internal organ patterns, etiology, clinical manifestations, treatment principles, and corresponding acupuncture point prescriptions.
■ Traditional Diagnostic Methodology Detailed instruction on the Four Examinations—Interrogation, Observation (including full-color tongue gallery), Palpation (pulse diagnostic positions), and Hearing/Olfaction.
â–  Five Elements & Channel Theory Integration In-depth exploration of the Five Elements, Extraordinary Vessels, Qi, Blood, and Body Fluids (Jin Ye) dynamics in health and disease states.
â–  Expanded Clinical Case Histories & Summaries Includes clear summary tables, updated pinyin terms with Chinese characters, and real patient case studies highlighting complex pattern differentiation.

About The Author

Giovanni Maciocia, CAc (Nanjing)

Master Acupuncturist, Author & Pioneer of Western TCM Education

Giovanni Maciocia (1945–2018) was one of the most highly respected practitioners and authors in the field of Chinese medicine in the Western world. Trained at the London College of Acupuncture and Nanjing University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, he practiced for over 39 years.

Maciocia authored several foundational textbooks that shaped modern Western TCM education, renowned for his ability to translate ancient Chinese concepts into clear, clinically applicable guidance for modern healthcare settings.

Book Specifications

Specification Details
Title The Foundations of Chinese Medicine: A Comprehensive Text
Author Giovanni Maciocia, CAc (Nanjing)
Publisher Elsevier / Churchill Livingstone
Edition Third Edition
ISBN-13 / 10 978-0702052163 / 0702052161
Format Hardcover / Comprehensive Medical Textbook
Language English (with Pinyin & Chinese Characters)

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It is the primary textbook for students of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), acupuncture, and Asian bodywork, as well as an indispensable clinical reference for licensed acupuncturists and herbalists.

Yes. The book begins with foundational concepts such as Yin-Yang, the Vital Substances, and Five Elements before progressively building into complex diagnostic patterns and clinical treatment principles.

The Third Edition features a reorganized layout for improved scannability, updated clinical case studies, expanded coverage of Zang-Fu organ patterns, refined acupuncture point combinations, and additional illustrations.

Yes. While focusing heavily on diagnostic pattern identification and acupuncture treatment strategies, it establishes the theoretical groundwork essential for understanding Chinese herbal therapy.

This title is published by Churchill Livingstone / Elsevier, a leader in medical and health science publications.

Yes. It is one of the core reference books recommended for board examination preparation, including NCCAOM exams for acupuncture and Oriental medicine.

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