Doctor of Medical Qigong Certification Program

This is a 2,000 hour Doctor of Medical Qigong Therapy (DMQ) certification program. The DMQ program requires the completion of 1,000 hours beyond the MMQ certification, totaling 2,000 hours. This program will focus on specific Medical Qigong Treatment Protocols in conjunction with Medical Prescription Exercises and meditations utilized in the treatment of various types of specialized diseased states. This course is specific to the student¹s clinical preference, and includes an extended clinical internship. This level is the most advanced and final stage in obtaining certification as a Doctor of Medical Qigong. Areas of specialization may include the clinical fields of pediatrics, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, psychology, oncology, and surgery.

The students will be evaluated on course material by the faculty (transfer students are evaluated on an individual basis) and given oral, written and practical examinations.Upon completing the required courses and exams, extended research, clinical field studies, and a doctoral thesis, the student will be awarded a certificate as a Doctor of Medical Qigong from the International Institute of Medical Qigong.

Prerequisite for certification in the Doctor of Medical Qigong program is the successful completion of the Master of Medical Qigong (MMQ) program. This is a two-year program.

Oncology DMQ Certification Program

Independent DMQ Certification Program

Gerontology DMQ Certification Program

Application process

Doctor of Medical Qigong Certification Program Fees

Oncology DMQ Certification Program

The Doctor of Medical Qigong Therapy (DMQ) oncology certification program will focus on the treatment of various types and stages of cancer, utilizing Medical Qigong treatment therapy in order to help rectify these conditions. Included will be Medical Qigong prescription exercises and meditations used for enhancing the clinical treatments. The oncology program offers students an in-depth study of each cancer’s energetic etiology; and how or why the energetic patterns within the human body can become influenced, corrupted, and creates metastasis. Students will develop an understanding of the body's energetic relationship to the physical structure, including mental and emotional disorders, as well as spiritual instigation's attributed to cancer formation. Also included in the oncology program are clinical protocols used for the treatment of scar tissue, organ amputation, and the treatment of various side effects caused from radiation therapy and chemotherapy. The oncology program will additionally include the study of herbal prescriptions, diet, and social oncology needed to assist patients in their recovery.

All seminars will be taught by Professor Jerry Alan Johnson in Pacific Grove, California.

The Oncology DMQ Certificate Program will start in February 2007. There will be three seminars in 2007 and three seminars in 2008. The cost of each seminar is $2500.

*Includes treatments and teaching of exercises specific to cancer

(may include classes taught at hospitals, senior centers, etc.)

Independent DMQ Certification Program

This Doctoral Program is designed to facilitate an individual’s desire to specialize in an area of Medical Qigong outside of Oncology or Gerontology.

Candidates will work closely with Dr. Bernard Shannon throughout their program. Candidates will provide bi-weekly progress reports and source material summaries for review. This material will form the outline of their dissertation and clinical trials. Contact will be maintained primarily via email to determine progress on research.

An independent program is not for the faint of heart. For candidates to be successful they will need to be self motivated and have self initiative. This will be a time consuming program.

Due to the intense nature of Independent DMQ Certification Program, only TEN candidates will be accepted.

Fees are $200 per month. It is expected that candidates will complete the requirements in two-years.

*Includes treatments and teaching of exercises specific to cancer

(may include classes taught at hospitals, senior centers, etc.)

Gerontology DMQ Certification Program

Taught by Dr. Seth Lefkowitz in San Jose, California.

(Info Coming Soon)

Application process

Students who wish to qualify for this program must be graduates the Master of Medical Qigong (MMQ) certification program through the IIMQ and have passed the Doctor of Medical Qigong (DMQ) entrance exam. The entrance exam will be given in Palm Desert, CA which will include written, oral, and practical examinations.

DMQ Entrance Exam

Students who wish to qualify for the Doctor of Medical Qigong (DMQ) certificate must be graduates the Master of Medical Qigong (MMQ) certification program prior to the commencement of the Doctor of Medical Qigong (DMQ) certification program. Additionally, interested graduates would need to pass the entrance exam to verify academic and energetic competency. This exam will be comprised of both practical and academic sections. The practical examination will be one-on-one with a proctor, and it is expected to take 1.5 – 2 hours to complete. Candidates will have the entire day to complete the written examination. Review material will be sent to interested individuals.

There will be two scheduled opportunities to meet this requirement, May and September. In May, there are two days for the exam, Wednesday, May 10 th and Monday, May 15 th. Applicants will be scheduled on a first come basis. The number of applicants will determine the number of proctors needed to assist in the examinations.

Review Material will be forwarded at your request.