Tibetan medicine; doctor of Tibetan medicine
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesnoun
traditional Tibetan medicine
neutralRefers to the comprehensive traditional medical system of the Tibetan people, developed over 2,000 years with unique theories including the three humors (rlung, mkhris-pa, bad-kan).
Tibetan medicine uses unique diagnostic methods, including urinalysis and pulse diagnosis.
Tibetan medical theory holds that the human body is composed of three major factors.
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Tibetan medicine has a long history and is an important component of the treasure house of Chinese medicine.
noun
doctor of Tibetan medicine; Tibetan medicine practitioner
neutralRefers specifically to a licensed or traditional practitioner who diagnoses and treats patients using Tibetan medical theories, herbal medicines, and therapeutic techniques.
He is a famous doctor of Tibetan medicine, specializing in treating altitude sickness.
This Tibetan medicine doctor prescribed some Tibetan medicine for me and advised me to pay attention to my diet.
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The only Tibetan medicine doctor in the village sees patients for herders every day.