A forensic pathologist in Austin, Texas, Danielo Perez has given numerous professional presentations on a diverse range of pathology topics. After years of experience working in the forensic pathology field in Chicago and Austin, Danielo Perez has begun studying traditional Chinese medicine.
A holistic approach to medical care, traditional Chinese medicine draws on thousands of years of treatment for patients with a mind-body approach. Its roots lie in Taoist philosophy and consequently it looks at principles such as energy and balance. It has a broader perspective than western medicine, which often focuses on individual pieces of the body.
In its essence, Chinese medicine focuses on Qi, roughly translated as life force or energy. Rather than looking at bacteria or viruses as the cause of illness, this eastern approach sees mind and body wellness arising from Qi flowing smoothly in perfect balance, and illness resulting from disharmony due to an excess or insufficiency in Qi.
In order to address imbalances in Qi, Chinese medicine encompasses a diverse range of approaches, including acupuncture, tai chi, meditation, and herbs. It may also look at lifestyle choices such as diet and exercise.
