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“Eyes Are More Than Organs—They’re Gateways. Learn to Treat Them with Precision and Purpose.”

Ophthalmology in Chinese Medicine

A Comprehensive Course

Master Chinese-Medical Ophthalmology in a self-paced, 19-CEU online course.

Move beyond symptom relief—get real results for complex eye conditions.

19 CEU's NCCAOM &CA

Patients are walking into your clinic with chronic eye issues—dry eye, macular degeneration, glaucoma—after years of frustration with conventional care.
You could treat them, but without deep ophthalmology training, you’re left patching symptoms or guessing at patterns.

History, Patterns, Formulas, Diseases. 

This course gives you a complete framework for diagnosing and treating eye disorders using classical Chinese medicine—rooted in four decades of clinical experience, a co-authored textbook, and real-world case studies you won’t find in the literature.

Why is this course important?

By the end of this course, you will:

You'll learn to diagnose with confidence

Beginners and seasoned practitioners will hone their visual diagnosis skills. 

APPLY WHAT YOU'VE LEARNED & TREAT EFFECTIVELY

Use targeted protocols, Chinese herbal formulas, and adjunct therapies.

STAND OUT IN YOUR FIELD AS AN EXPERT

Build a niche as a go-to practitioner for complex eye cases.

Course Details

  • Format: 100% online & self-paced

  • CEUs: 19 NCCAOM & California CEUs

  • Access: Lifetime, with future updates included

  • Extras: Downloadable charts, formulas, and diagnostic guides

Hi! I’m Cara Frank—Acupuncturist, Chinese Herbalist, Educator, and Author.

My mission is simple: to give you the tools, clarity, and confidence to help patients who’ve been told there’s nothing more to be done.

For over 40 years, I’ve treated complex eye disorders, blending classical Chinese medicine with modern clinical insights.

Ten years ago, I co-authored a textbook on Eye, Ear, Nose, and Throat Disorders. It was a four-year journey of learning and growth, a journey I'm excited to share with you. As a writer, a practitioner, and a teacher, I've gained a wealth of knowledge that I'm eager to pass on.

Now, I'm here to bring my passion and expertise in Chinese medical ophthalmology to a new level with this Mastery Series. This comprehensive course, covering all aspects of Chinese medical ophthalmology, is designed to deepen your understanding of eye disorders from a traditional Chinese medicine perspective. When We Learn to Treat the Eyes, We Simultaneously Treat the Spirit, the Channels, and the Organs. 

Whether you're a seasoned practitioner or just starting, this course will equip you with valuable insights and practical skills. These skills will not only enhance your practice but also empower you to provide exceptional care for your patients, giving you the confidence to tackle a wide range of eye disorders. 

Join me on this unique journey to mastering Chinese medical ophthalmology. This course is unique in its comprehensive approach, combining traditional Chinese medicine with modern ophthalmology. By completing this course, you will not only expand your capacity to heal your patients but also gain a unique perspective that will set you apart in the field of ophthalmology. 

Is this course for me?

Watch this short case study from my practice: this is an example of how you'll learn to think through tough cases: 

Check out this case of ocular rosacea from my practice to learn how to unpack a case where there's no literature and no guidance. 

If I can do this, so can you! 

What You'll Learn:

Nineteen diseases and bonuses

  • Ophthalmology in History
  • Overview of eye anatomy and physiology
  • Anatomy: Zang-Fu organs, channels,      Yin and Yang of the Eyes
  • Directional Qi in Ophthalmology: Upbearing and Downbearing
  • Treatment Essentials: causes of redness, edema, swelling, discharge, pain, itching.
  • Common formulas 
  • Eyelid Diseases: Hordeola and Chalazia, Blepharitis,   Blepharospasm, Ptosis
  • Conjunctival Diseases            Conjunctivitis: pink eye, red eye and chronic
  • Diseases of the Sclera:  Dry Eye Syndrome
  • Diseases of the Vitreous Humor and Orbit:     Vitreous Opacity, Thyroid Ophthalmopathy
  • Lacrimal and Canthus Diseases: Epiphora- (Excessive Tearing)
  • Macular Diseases: Macular Degeneration
  •  Diseases of the Lens Cataracts
  • Fundus Ocular Diseases                  Diabetic Retinopathy,          
  • GlaucomaOpen Angle Glaucoma
  • Disorders of the Ocular Muscles and Miscellaneous Diseases:  Myopia, Visual Fatigue, Ocular Trauma and Penetrating Injuries to the Eye. 
  • Systemic Diseases:  Chronic Uveitis, Scleritis
  • BONUS formula lecture
  • BONUS chapter on iridocylcitis