AACMAC 2024 participants will have the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research, explore innovative techniques, and connect with like-minded practitioners from around the globe.
Whether you’re a seasoned practitioner looking to stay abreast of the latest developments or a student eager to dive into the world of acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine, AACMAC 2024 offers something for everyone. From interactive workshops to thought-provoking keynote presentations, every aspect of the conference is designed to deepen your understanding and enhance your skills in this ancient healing art.
AACMAC 2024 promises to be a transformative experience that will leave you equipped with new knowledge, lasting connections, and a renewed sense of purpose in your journey as a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.
| Day 1 (6.5 CPD points) | Breakout Room 1 | Breakout Room 2 |
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| 09:30-10:00 | Opening | |
| 10:00-12:00 | 10:00-12:00 Huang Huang (China) Common Jingfang for Depression | 10:00-11:30 Chloe Stubberfield (Australia) How social media can bring Chinese Medicine into the modern world |
| 11:30-12:00 Woo-Chul Shin (Korea) Conventional Korean Medicine approach on Traffic Injuries |
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| 12:00-12:45 | Lunch | |
| 12:45-15:15 | 12:45-14:15 Christie Boucher (Australia) Managing advertising and social media pitfalls and risks |
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| 14:15-15:15 Helen Jorgensen (Australia) Acupuncture for the treatment of mental disorders – Classic and modern styles | 14:15-15:15 Tiago Horta Reis da Silva (UK) Emotional Intelligence in Traditional Chinese Medicine business |
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| 15:15-15:30 | Afternoon tea | |
| 15:30-17:00 | 15:30-17:00 Poney Chiang (Canada) Cranial nerve anatomy and pathology according to the LingShu (Part 1) CN 1-6 |
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| Day 2 (7.75 CPD points) | Breakout Room 1 | Breakout Room 2 |
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| 08:00-09:00 | 08:00-09:00 Waveny Holland and Paul Stadhams (Australia) Breakfast Forum: What is AACMA doing? (onsite only) |
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| 09:15-10:15 | 09:15-10:15 David Hartmann (Australia) The Classic of Difficulties OR The Canon of Possibilities? Bringing the Nán Jīng into modern clinical practice | 09:15-10:15 Matthew Bauer (USA) Treating Peripheral Neuropathy and the PN Campaign |
| 10:15-10:30 | Morning Tea | |
| 10:30-12:00 | 10:30-12:00 Poney Chiang (Canada) Introduction to Channel Plucking and Neuro-modulatory Needle Technique |
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| 12:00-12:45 | Lunch | |
| 12:45-14:45 | 12:45-13:45 Xiaoshu Zhu (Australia) Speak a Common Language for TCM in the Western Context: Cancer Survivorship Research | 12:45-13:45 Michael Brown (Australia) Classical Formulas for Modern Diseases: Case Study Analysis |
| 13:45-14:45 Mark Gearing (Australia) The role of water metabolism in the pathology and treatment of Cancer | 13:45-14:45 Tyler Rowe (Australia) Illuminating Pulse Diagnostics, our most important classical tool |
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| 14:45-15:00 | Afternoon Tea | |
| 15:00-17:00 | 15:00-17:00 Huang Huang (China) Jingfang commonly used in tumor treatment | 15:00-16:00 John McDonald (Australia) Emotions in Chinese Medicine: Problems or Resources? |
| 16:00-17:00 Greg Bantick (Australia) Traditional treatments for modern injuries. Treating trauma, wounds, injuries including pre- and post-surgery with traditional East Asian medicine |
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| 18:30-21:30 Gala Dinner | √ 3-Course Plated Dinner √ 3.5-Hour Beverage (Pre-dinner drink and canapes from 18:00) √ Live band & dance floor Dress code: After five |
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| Day 3 (6 CPD points) | Breakout Room 1 | Breakout Room 2 |
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| 08:30-10:30 | 08:30-10:30 Huang Huang (China) Clinical application of Chaihu-based formulas | 08:30-10:00 Slate Burris (USA) Neoclassical Acupuncture: A root level approach with instant symptomatic results 10:00-10:30 Hoc Ku Huynh (Australia) Chinese Medicine formulas used for fertility and women’s health conditions |
| 10:30-10:45 | Morning Tea | |
| 10:45-12:15 | 10:45-12:15 Poney Chiang (Canada) Cranial nerve anatomy and pathology according to the LingShu (Part 2) CN 7-12 |
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| 12:15-13:00 | Lunch | |
| 13:00-14:45 | 13:00-13:45 Alicia Ye (Australia) 15 Effective Master Tung’s points for Internal Medicine 13:45-14:30 Eddie Teijeiro (Australia) Diabetes mellitus - T.C.M. differential diagnosis (from the Yellow Emperor to modern day research) | 13:00-13:45 Eli Huang (Australia) The modern integrative treatment approach to the importance of pre-conception in infertility 13:45-14:45 Kim Gatenby (Australia) Integrative management of recurrent miscarriage |
| 15:00-15:30 | Closing ceremony | |
*The conference program is subject to change.
