About this Event
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
IN-PERSON + ONLINE
9am-3pm (with 1 hour lunch break)
Observational diagnosis is the cornerstone of the application of Chinese Medicine. The observation of the tongue has evolved to become a key tool in the examination of the body’s response to pathology. A woman’s menstrual/hormonal cycle is the result of the intricate physiological interconnectedness of the body’s organ systems, and when closely observed, this interplay is clearly reflected on the tongue.
In this largely visual lecture, Dr. Andrea Thorpe uses multiple case studies for a deep dive into the nuance and the subtleties of women’s hormonal physiology and how it is reflected on the tongue. In this course, you will learn how this diagnostic technique can better inform your discernment in the application of herbal formulations for menstrual pathologies.
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Andrea Thorpe DACM, LAc is a doctor and teacher in the fields of acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. Over the course of her 30 year career, Andrea has gained extensive education and clinical experience in England, China, and the United States. Her educational achievements include a diploma in Chinese Medicine from the London school of Acupuncture (LSATCM), a master’s degree in Chinese Medicine from Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, the completion of a 3 year fellowship at Tao of Wellness (sister clinic of Yo San University), and a doctoral degree in Chinese medicine from the Pacific College of Oriental Medicine (PCOM). In addition, Andrea has further complemented her formal education in Chinese medicine with certification courses at the Institute of Functional Medicine (IFM) and The American University of Complementary medicine. Andrea teaches medical professionals internationally, is a Board member of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine (ABORM), serves on the Advisory Board of the Upright Wellness Center and is a Member of the American Society for Reproductive medicine (ASRM). Andrea spends her free time gardening, cooking, practicing yoga and horseback riding. She is a yoga teacher certified with the International Yoga Alliance.
Refund Policy: Cancellation received in writing by one week prior to the first day of the course will be refunded less $30.00 administrative fee. No refunds will be made on cancellations made after that date.
California Acupuncture Board CEU provider number: 0128
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Yo San University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, 13315 W. Washington Boulevard, Los Angeles, United States
USD 81.88 to USD 108.55
