Su Wen Herbs Presenting Giovanni Maciocia’s Herbal Remedies

Cost & Duration
Cost £325
Location: Online or in person at Macclesfield Training Centre (See Locations in “About”)
Duration is 3 days, 9:45am to approx 5pm each day.

We are pleased to invite you to a special three-day seminar on Su Wen Herbs, the herbal remedies developed by Giovanni Maciocia. This seminar aims to improve patient outcomes and elevate your practice by skillfully incorporating herbal formulas. The Three Treasures®, Women’s Treasure®, and Little Treasures® formulas were developed by internationally recognized author, acupuncturist, and herbalist Giovanni Maciocia®. These products are renowned for their clinical effectiveness and all-encompassing approach to patient care.

Our sessions will be led by Petra Tjeertes, LAc, and Phytotherapist over the course of these three days.

Petra is a member of the Su Wen Herbs Practitioner Support Team and specializes in skin issues, pain management, psychological issues, and cosmetic acupuncture. She is presently pursuing a PhD in dermatology with a focus on traditional Chinese medicine at Nanjing University. Petra quickly became knowledgeable about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) due to her drive and enthusiasm for comprehending the potential benefits of Chinese herbal formulas. She is frequently invited to speak and help at congresses because of her expertise and passion for phytotherapy. As the secretary of the Dong Xi Oost West Foundation, Petra has contributed to the development of an online community where medical professionals can share and exchange knowledge.

– A deep dive into the theory and practice behind Su Wen Herbs formulations
– Practical solutions for integrating these formulas into your clinical practice
– Special focus on women’s health issues and children’s complaints
– Equipping you with the tools and knowledge to safely use the formulas in your practice

Schedule:

Day 1 – Saturday 5 July. 10:00 – 17:00

1. Introduction to Chinese Herbal Therapy
Temperatures & flavours
Formulae composition
Understanding herbal formulae composition and herb pairs function (dui yao principal)
Type of formulations; decoctions, powders etc.)
Dosage

2. In clinic
Introduction to Su Wen Herbs categories
Formulae strategies
Basics of combining formulae
Contra – indications or interactions with synthetic medication

3. Introduction to The Three Treasures categories Nourishing, Nourishing and Clearing and Clearing formula
Formulae strategies
Discussion on the ingredients
Basics of combining these formulae
Practical information from daily practice

4. Introduction to The Three Treasures categories Calming the Mind, Releasing the Exterior and Chemo and Radio Support
Five Shen
Manifestations of Emotional and Mind disturbances
Balanced formula
Introduction of The Three Treasures category releasing the Exterior
Formulae strategies
Basics of herbal ingredients in the formulae: Dui Yao’s, chief herbs etc.
Practical information from daily practice combining Su Wen Herb formulae with acupuncture
Formulae strategies Chemo and Radio Support
Basics of combining these formulae
Practical information from daily practice

Day 2 – Sunday 6 July. 10:00 – 17:00

5. Families of The Three Treasures
Bi Syndromes
‘Palace of Yang’ syndromes
Gu Syndromes

6. Introduction to The Three Treasures formulae for Wind Heat syndromes attacking the Lungs
Formulae strategies
Discussion on the ingredients
Basics of combining these formulae

7. Women’s Treasure
Formulae strategies
Discussion on the ingredients
Basics of combining these formulae
Day 3 – Monday 7 July. 10:00 – 17:00

8. The Little Treasures, Paediatric formulas explained
Formulae strategies
Discussion on the ingredients
Basics of combining these formulae

9. Contra-Indications & Herb/Drug Interactions
Herb/drug Interactions
Combinations with popular Western herbs and/or orthomolecular formulas
Lifestyle
In modern practice some case studies

10. Extra case studies & Final Questions

This amazing course is direct from Su Web Herbs and will arm you with the skills needed to use their herbal formulas in clinic.

This seminar is tailored for qualified UK acupuncturists and herbalists looking to expand their knowledge and improve their clinical outcomes. Non UK Acupuncturists are welcome to register for the online sessions only if you wish.

This course is not suitable as a basis for non-therapists to setup in practise.

This course is available as in classroom, and online only.

Petra Tjeertes, LAc. and Phytotherapist

Petra is a member of the Su Wen Herbs Practitioner Support Team and specializes in skin issues, pain management, psychological issues, and cosmetic acupuncture. She is presently pursuing a PhD in dermatology with a focus on traditional Chinese medicine at Nanjing University. Petra quickly became knowledgeable about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) due to her drive and enthusiasm for comprehending the potential benefits of Chinese herbal formulas. She is frequently invited to speak and help at congresses because of her expertise and passion for phytotherapy. As the secretary of the Dong Xi Oost West Foundation, Petra has contributed to the development of an online community where medical professionals can share and exchange knowledge.