Chinese Veterinary Herbology
| Herbal Medicine is an essential part of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM). In China, TCVM treatment consists of 30% acupuncture and 70% Chinese herbal medicine. Chinese herbal medicine has a rich history extending over several thousands of years and has proven to be an effective treatment modality. (Chi Institute) |
| Liver/Endocrine Module TCVM Approach to Western Diseases: - Diabetes Mellitus - Cushing's Disease - Hypothyroidism / Hyperthyroidism - Hepatitis/ Cholangitis / Jaundice / Ascites - Hepatomegaly - Liver Abscess - Foot problems - Tendon/ligament problems - Uveitis/Conjunctivitis - Cataract/Glaucoma, Seizure/Epilepsy/Neurological Disorders |
| Gastrointestinal Module TCVM approach to Gastrointestinal diseases: - Anorexia - Stomatitis - Gingivitis - Megaesophagus - Vomiting - Abdominal Pain - Colic - GI Ulceration and Pancreatitis - Diarrhea - Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) - Megacolon - Constipation and Impaction - TCM Food Therapy and Approach for Obesity |
| Dr. Irvine is in the process of becoming a Certified Veterinary Chinese Herbalist through the Chi Institute She has already completed the Liver/Endocrine and Gastrointestinal Modules. In addition, Dr. Irvine is currently learning Veterinary Acupuncture through IVAS. |