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Description of Book

Following the highly acclaimed Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology, Dr. John Chen and Tina Chen present to you the companion volume, Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications. Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications takes the next step in presenting not only the traditional usage of Chinese herbal formulas, but also a combined perspective of the pharmacological effects of formulas themselves with clinically relevant research evidence. 1706 pages

• Comprehensive explanation of the pharmacology of herbal medicinal formulas, and concurrent uses of herbal formulas and pharmaceuticals.
• Documentation form clinical studies and published research.
• Detailed traditional and modern uses, preparation, administration, dosages, combinations, cautions, contraindications and toxicology.
• Contributions from over 100 academic, clinical, research and regulatory professionals who reviewed the text before publications, to complement the work of the authors.

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About The Authors

John K. Chen, Pharm.D, L.Ac., O.M.D., Ph.D.
Dr. John Chen is a recognized authority in both western pharmacology and Chinese Herbal Medicine, having combined formal training in both fields with extensive research 'on the ground' in China. He has taught at the USC School of Pharmacy, Emperor's College, Yo San University of TCM, OCOM, Five Branches, AOMA and ACTCM, and numerous professional seminars across the U.S. and internationally. Dr. Chen's published works include Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology (2003, AOM Press) and Chinese Herbal Formulas and Applications (2008, AOM Press) for which works he is the lead author.

Tina T. Chen, M.S., L.Ac.
Tina Chen is an active and respected educator in Oriental medicine and Chinese herbal medicine. Her teaching and consulting is grounded in extensive post-graduate training in herbal medicine, and TCM gynecology and cosmetology in numerous hospitals in mainland China. Licensed by the Acupuncture Board in California, Tina Chen also holds certification from the World Health Organization in internal medicine and gynecology. A graduate of South Baylo University of Oriental Medicine, she also earned a B.A from the University of California at Irvine School of Humanities, in East Asian Language and Literature. She maintains a consulting practice in Southern California.

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