Traditional Chinese Medicine

Traditional Chinese medicine includes practices such as acupuncture and the use of herbal products. Evidence and safety considerations differ between practices and conditions. Natural origin does not establish that a product is safe, and possible interactions should be discussed with qualified clinicians.

Common consultation topics

• Practitioner consultation
• Acupuncture enquiries
• Herbal-product questions

Records to discuss with the hospital

• A complete list of medicines, supplements and herbal products being used
• Relevant diagnoses and information about current conventional care

Questions before booking

• What qualifications does the practitioner hold, and what evidence supports the proposed approach?
• How will the team consider interactions and communicate with my existing clinicians?

Check the exact campus, clinician, appointment language and follow-up arrangements directly with the hospital. These are planning questions; the provider should tell you which documents and assessments are needed for your own appointment.