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What students are saying about learning at the Chi Institute


Chi Small Animal AcupunctureSmall Animal Acupuncture

"My whole experience here at the Chi Institute has been very healthy and nourishing.  I feel this has been the best money, time, and energy I have ever spent for the advancement of not only my professional life but my personal life as well!"

"This course has changed my life and views - a whole universe has just been introduced to me.  I look forward to exploring all the nuances and mastering the subject.  Thank you so much for offering this course.  I appreciate the feeling of being welcomed into a 'family.'"

"Everyone is very friendly, and when I'm on-site at Chi, I feel encouraged and positive and like I can handle any case sent to me because I know I have such an excellent support system. Dr. Xie is incredible as a teacher, practitioner, leader, and mentor. I'm lucky to be part of such a wonderful group of people."


Mixed Animal Acupuncture

"The whole course has truly changed and enriched my life beyond explanation.  I take better care of myself physically and emotionally.  I think I am a better person now.  Thank you all very much!!"

"Thank you so much for all the hard work that all of our speakers do!  Not only is the information great, but the presentations are fun to listen to.  I especially like the quick Qi-gong exercises Dr. Ferguson has us perform prior to lecture.  It really helps me focus."

"Great TA's.  The course has a lot of good energy.  Feels good to be studying with you and the Chi Institute instructors."

Equine Acupuncture

"Everything was wonderful.  I couldn't have asked for a more organized and well thought out course.  I am planning to take more classes.  I now use acupuncture every day.  THANK YOU!"

"Time with Dr. Xie on cases is invaluable.  It is very helpful for the apprentice to watch the master!

"Thank you all for the very positive attitudes and the respectful, warm, friendly, and caring way of interacting with students."


Advanced TCVM Diagnostics & Acupuncture

"There is a wonderful learning atmosphere at the Chi Institute.  The lab at the Horse Protection Society of Florida was great!"

"Nice balance between lab and class.  The hands-on case experience was excellent."

"I look forward to improving my TCVM diagnoses thanks to this course.  I plan on employing auricular and scalp acupuncture into my everyday practice and starting to understand and use herbal therapies."

"Dr. Xie is a gifted instructor.  He has a unique ability to present concepts foreign to most conventionally trained veterinarians so that they are easily understood.  His enthusiasm is infectious and engenders confidence in utilizing the techniques that have been covered."

Chinese Herbal Medicine

"It's great having pets with real problems to work up.  Both instructors are exceptional teachers.  I feel very fortunate to be able to absorb even a small amount of their knowledge.  Thank you for an excellent learning experience!"

"Extremely well organized.  Great experience.  Good cases.  Great introduction to herbs and a lot of information."

" This is my last herbal course and I am so sad it is over.  This was a great ending.  The summary was wonderful.  I can't believe how much I've learned - every section, I would add on so much to my knowledge and it always functioned as a review.  Dr. Xie, you have done so much for TCVM in the US.  The level of practice is going to continue to improve because of your great instruction."

Chi Food TherapyFood Therapy

"The equine lab was excellent.  We watched the master evaluate and treat a case and then make sure we understood how to help the next case.  The food lab was also excellent!"

"I enjoy my visits to Chi so very much.  I have grown as a person and as a practitioner!  I often think of the first lecture I heard by Dr. Xie in my IVAS class - he is an inspiration.  And everyone at Chi is terrific.  All of you play such an important role in making Chi what it is.  Thank you!"


Veterinary Tui-naTui-na: Chinese Medical Manipulations

"Everyone is very friendly and helpful and very well qualified.  I very much intend to incorporate Tui-na into my practice."

"I am so glad I came to the Chi Institute.  Everyone here is so open and welcoming!  I can't wait to get home and try my new knowledge.  I am really looking forward to continuing to further my education.  I plan on increasing my use of acupuncture and adding a lot of Tui-na!"

"Excellent, passionate teachers who are able to convey both theory and practice.  Thank you!"