Chinese medicine: from rural hospitals to top three hospitals in Kyoto

As night deepened, the excitement and noise inside the hotel room lingered for a long time.

Zhuang Qiwen, Yu Shiyun, and others were still immersed in the excitement and emotion of their great victory during the day.

This competition with the top young talents in the province not only proved their own strength, but also made them deeply appreciate the power of "precise dialectics" and "daring to establish theories" that Chen Yang has always emphasized.

"Director Chen, what are you planning to talk about at your lecture at the University of Traditional Chinese Medicine tomorrow?" Yu Shiyun asked, her bright eyes wide with curiosity.

Everyone quieted down and looked at Chen Yang.

After today's competition, they are even more excited for Chen Yang's lecture.

Chen Yang smiled slightly, his gaze sweeping over the young and energetic faces, and slowly said, "I would like to talk about 'the breakthroughs and boundaries of traditional Chinese medicine thinking'."

"Breakthroughs and boundaries in thinking?" Zhuang Qiwen repeated thoughtfully.

"good."

Chen Yang nodded: "You all performed very well today. Whether it was Shi Yun's analysis of 'yin deficiency and damp heat,' Yun Hui's introduction of 'phlegm and blood stasis' and his innovative use of Buyang Huanwu Decoction, Hong Liang's treatment of difficult depression based on 'Shaoyang pivot,' or Qi Wen's 'do-or-die' approach in the face of critical bloating, you were all essentially breaking through the existing framework of thinking and touching the deeper boundaries of pathogenesis."

"But breakthroughs should not be blind, nor should boundaries be constraints. How to innovate within the framework of tradition and seek change within the framework of rules requires both boundless imagination and down-to-earth rigor. This is perhaps a topic that contemporary practitioners of traditional Chinese medicine need to constantly think about and explore."

Chen Yang's voice was calm, yet it carried a thought-provoking power.

"In tomorrow's lecture, I will use the cases we have encountered along the way, especially the typical cases from today, to illustrate this topic. I hope to bring some different perspectives to my colleagues in the bulk cargo province, especially young students."

Upon hearing this, everyone's eyes gleamed with anticipation.

They knew that Director Chen's lectures were never empty theoretical preaching, but rather insightful observations that stemmed from practice and went straight to the heart of the matter.

"Alright, it's getting late. Everyone must be tired today. Get some rest and recharge your energy." Chen Yang waved his hand, signaling everyone to disperse.

The trainees reluctantly returned to their rooms, but the excitement in their hearts would likely take a long time to subside.

The following day, in the largest central auditorium of the provincial university of traditional Chinese medicine.

Although the lecture was scheduled for 9 a.m., the auditorium was already packed with people just after 8 a.m.

The auditorium, which can accommodate nearly two thousand people, was packed to capacity, with crowds of people coming from far and wide filling the aisles on both sides and the open space at the back.

In addition to the school's faculty and students, doctors and nurses from the affiliated hospital, there were also TCM practitioners from hospitals in various cities and counties across the province, and even some TCM enthusiasts who had heard of the "Yang Shen" name and came from neighboring provinces.

The media's cameras and microphones were also ready and waiting in the back row.

A huge banner in front of the auditorium read: “Warmly welcome Director Chen Yang of Kyoto International Medical Center to our school to give an academic report.”

The subtitle is "Theme: Breakthroughs and Boundaries of Contemporary Chinese Medicine Thinking".

"I heard that Senior Brother Cheng Yi and his group... suffered a complete defeat yesterday?"

"It's not just a loss, it's a complete and utter defeat! That Zhuang Qiwen used a terrifying formula, and yet it actually worked!"

"Xia Hongliang actually used Bupleurum and Dragon Bone and Oyster Shell Decoction to treat anxiety, and even brought up 'Lily Disease,' which shocked even Elder Lu!"

"Yu Shiyun is amazing, she's beautiful and talented..."

"Director Chen will be speaking in person today. I wonder what he'll say. I'm really looking forward to it!"

"Although Director Chen is young, he is a top expert in both Western surgical and traditional Chinese medicine. I have high expectations for him."

The audience below buzzed with discussion, their voices rising like a tidal wave, their faces filled with curiosity and anticipation.

After all, Chen Yang is too famous, otherwise he wouldn't be called "Yang Shen" by netizens.

Cheng Yi sat in the middle of the front row, his face still somewhat gloomy, but his eyes held a more serious and thoughtful look.

Sitting beside him were several teammates who had competed with him yesterday, all with rather serious expressions. The defeat was a fact; they were now more eager to hear what profound insights this "Yang God," who led such a formidable team, had to offer.

Vice President Wu Yongping, Mr. Lu Yuanmin, and many leaders and experts from the school and hospital were all seated in the front row, showing the great importance they attached to this lecture.

At 8:50, accompanied by Wu Yongping, Lu Yuanmin and others, Chen Yang slowly walked into the auditorium.

Chen Yang was wearing a well-fitting dark suit today, without a tie, which made him look both formal and approachable.

His steps were steady, his face calm. Facing the dark mass of people and countless focused eyes below the stage, he showed no tension, but rather a calm and composed demeanor.

Upon seeing Chen Yang appear, a burst of enthusiastic applause erupted from the audience, interspersed with cheers from many young students.

Zhuang Qiwen, Yu Shiyun, Xia Hongliang, and others, as special guests, sat on the other side of the first row, feeling proud to see their director so popular.

The brief opening remarks were hosted by Wu Yongping, who highly praised the positive impact of Chen Yang's team's visit and expressed his great anticipation for Chen Yang's academic lecture.

Then, the microphone was handed to Chen Yang.

Chen Yang stood in the center of the stage, adjusted the microphone, and slowly scanned the entire audience.

His gaze seemed to possess a strange magic; wherever it passed, the noise gradually subsided, and everyone subconsciously held their breath, waiting for him to begin.

"Distinguished leaders, colleagues, and dear students, good morning."

Chen Yang's voice, delivered clearly through high-quality sound equipment, resonated throughout every corner of the auditorium, sounding both peaceful and magnetic.

"I am very grateful for the kind invitation from the Provincial University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, which gives me the opportunity to exchange ideas with so many colleagues who love and are dedicated to TCM. Dean Wu just introduced the topic of today's lecture - 'Breakthroughs and Boundaries of Contemporary TCM Thinking'."

Chen Yang paused for a moment, then continued, "Before we officially begin, I'd like to ask everyone a question: What is the ultimate purpose of our study of traditional Chinese medicine, our memorization of classic texts, and our familiarity with prescriptions?"

A slight commotion arose in the audience, with some whispering responses like "curing the sick and saving lives," though the voices were scattered.

Chen Yang nodded slightly: "That's right, it's about treating illnesses and saving lives."

"But how can we better treat and save lives? Should we rely on mechanically applying pre-existing prescriptions, or on rigidly adhering to the written rules?"

Chen Yang asked himself and answered, "I don't think so."

"The vitality of traditional Chinese medicine lies in its 'therapeutic effect,' and what supports this therapeutic effect is the flexible and precise 'syndrome differentiation and treatment' thinking. This thinking is not a rigid dogma, but a flowing wisdom. It requires us to inherit the classics while daring to break through the inherent cognitive framework and explore the deeper pathogenesis boundaries beneath the surface of the disease."