I would like to thank IFRE and Jeff Gao for the opportunity to observe the practice of Traditional Chinese medicine in Binzhou and Liaocheng. The highlight of the trip was visiting Dr Gu in Liaocheng and asking questions which will benefit my practice. Even though he is extremely busy he found time to invite us into his home and talk about the practice of Chinese medicine. A very humble and delightful man. I was equally impressed with my interpreter in Liaocheng. She has a good command of the English language and was able to translate, without to many problems, Chinese medical terminology. Even though our two cultures are different in many aspects I found the Chinese very friendly and accommodating, and a pleasure to be around. One aspect of the trip I enjoyed was the food and plan to incorporate some aspects into my own personal life. I also want to thank Jeff and his circle of friends who afforded me the opportunity to meet some individuals who made the trip worthwhile. Overall, the trip was informative with respect to my practice and experiencing the Chinese culture, and would recommend the trip to those interested in Chinese medicine and culture.

Jim Reinhart