Conference Overview
The 25th annual International Conference on TCVM (ICTCVM) will be held in Bali, Indonesia at the 5-star Nusa Dua Beach Hotel from November 7 - 9, 2023. Enjoy learning from global TCVM practitioners during 3 days of exciting presentations focused on this year’s theme: TCVM for Neurological Disorders and Pain.
Explore Bali, Indonesia
After the conference, a tour of Bali will be conducted from November 10 - 15, 2023 for conference attendees and their guests. Attractions include the Tanah Lot Temple, Nusa Penida Island, a night safari, and so much more! An intra-conference tour option is also available for guests. See enrollment options below or click here for more details!
Clinical Application
Clinical applications includes any new acupuncture techniques/methods, herbal formulas, food therapy, or Tui-na treatments in dogs, cats, or horses. (30 minute presentation)
How To
How to include pearls and clinical tips of how to diagnose and/or treat a disease or medical condition/syndrome in dogs, cats, horses, or exotic and zoo animals. (10 to 30 minute presentation)
Case Study
Case studies includes any unique or special case in a dog, cat, horse, or other species. (10 minute presentation)
Clinical Research
Clinical research includes any study on the efficacy or safety/side effect(s) of any TCVM therapeutic, clinically randomized, and controlled studies, or a retrospective study of a series of cases of a disease or syndrome. (10 to 30 minute presentation)
Important Dates for Presenters
For those who are speaking at the conference, please keep the following important dates in mind:
June 1, 2023: Final Full Paper Submission Deadline
September 1, 2023: Final PowerPoint Presentation Submission Deadline & Conference Registration Deadline
If you have any questions, please contact conference@chiu.edu.
Hotel Booking
Click here to book the hotel and booking code is IATCVM2023.
More information
More Information for additional information please contact conference@chiu.edu or call 1-800-860-1543, extension 428.
Conference Highlights
Learn from 40 esteemed TCVM experts
Enjoy a complimentary welcome banquet dinner
Receive a free electronic copy of the conference proceedings
Relax in the 5-star conference hotel with full spa facilities, beach access, 3 outdoor pools, and 4 restaurants and bars
Explore Bali with old and new friends
Annual International Conference on TCVM
Taught in English
For veterinarians & veterinary students
22 RACE approved CE hours
No semesters currently available
Keynote Speakers
Huisheng Xie
DVM, PhD
Dr. Xie has 42 years of clinical, teaching, and research experience in veterinary acupuncture and TCVM. He has trained over 12,000 veterinarians to practice TCVM worldwide. Dr. Xie’s education includes advanced training in veterinary medicine, veterinary acupuncture, and human acupuncture. Dr. Xie has authored 20 books and over 100 peer-reviewed papers. His textbooks, including Xie’s Veterinary Herbology, Xie’s Veterinary Acupuncture, and Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine-Fundamental Principles, have been used for TCVM training programs around the world. Dr. Xie continues to teach and develop educational courses and programs at Chi University, serves as a full clinical professor at the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine, and is an honorary professor at China Agricultural University, South China Agricultural University, and China Southwest University.
Read moreMushtaq Memon
BVSc, PhD, DACT, CVA
Dr. Mushtaq Memon is a Professor Emeritus at Washington State University (WSU) and Executive Director of the World Association of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Memon is a specialist in Veterinary Reproduction (Theriogenology) and is a Diplomate of the American College of Theriogenologists. Before joining WSU, he was a faculty member at the Veterinary Colleges of Oklahoma State Univ, Louisiana State Univ, and Tufts Univ. Dr. Memon is an internationally recognized scholar and has served as a Fulbright Scholar, visiting professor, consultant, or volunteer in 28 countries to enhance education standards and assist smallholder farmers in increasing food production in developing countries. Dr. Memon was a founding faculty member of the Paul Allen School for Global Health at WSU. Dr. Memon is the author of about 120 publications in refereed journals, conference proceedings, and co-editor of 3 books. His recent book on Integrative Veterinary Medicine was published in 2023.
Ronald B. Koh
DVM, MS, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRV, CCRP, CVMMP, CVCH, CVFT, CVPP, CVTP, CHPV
Dr. Ronald Koh, originally from Malaysia, earned his veterinary degree in Taiwan and has been practicing in the United States since 2009. He is a board-certified specialist in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation with advanced expertise in pain management, acupuncture, manual therapy, TCVM, and integrative medicine.
Dr. Koh is the founder of the canine rehabilitation veterinary certification (CCRV) program at Chi University and serves as a professor there. He previously held faculty positions as clinical assistant professor at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine and later as clinical associate professor of Integrative Medicine at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.
He holds multiple certifications in acupuncture (CVA), rehabilitation (CCRP, CCRV), pain management (CVPP), medical manipulation (CVMMP), herbal therapy (CVCH), food therapy (CVFT), Tui-na (CVTP), and hospice and palliative care (CHPV), and integrative veterinary cancer care (IVCCP-pending). His professional passions include managing chronic diseases, chronic pain, mobility dysfunction, cancer, and advancing the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound, with the ultimate goal of restoring mobility and enhancing quality of life for animals through a multimodal, holistic approach.
A sought-after national and international speaker, Dr. Koh regularly presents at conferences and teaches workshops not only across North America but also throughout Asia and European countries. He has authored numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed publications on topics including acupuncture, TCVM, rehabilitation, pain management, laser therapy, and integrative medicine.
Outside of his professional life, he enjoys hiking, traveling, and exploring diverse cultures. Fun fact: Dr. Koh speaks five languages—English, Mandarin, Hakka, Cantonese, and Malay.
Enrollment options
The tuition includes an e-copy of the conference proceedings, lecture note handout, and 1 ticket for the Celebration dinner Party on Nov. 9.
No semesters currently available
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will I get access to the online course?
You will get 4 months of access to this online course. The course can be accessed through our learning portal.