Amidst the wave of rebuilding her family, Jiang Zhi always held a firm belief: to pass on her medical skills so that more people can appreciate the charm and power of traditional medicine. She knew that medicine is not just a skill to cure diseases and save lives, but also a great cause that carries the hope and warmth of countless lives.
Jiang Zhi first actively sought out young people within her family who showed a strong interest and talent for medicine. She personally organized a family medicine seminar, inviting young people from all branches of the family to attend. At the seminar, Jiang Zhi shared some of her unforgettable experiences in medicine, from her early days treating common ailments for villagers in the countryside to her later struggles and breakthroughs in tackling complex illnesses. Her story unfolded like a vivid scroll before the young people's eyes.
Among them was a young boy named Jiang Xiaoyu, who was deeply captivated by Jiang Zhi's story. He had a unique fascination with herbs from a young age, often exploring the medicinal properties of various plants in the family garden. Jiang Zhi noticed the spark of enthusiasm in his eyes and began to cultivate his interest. She took Jiang Xiaoyu to the family pharmacy, which was filled with a variety of traditional Chinese medicinal herbs, exuding a rich aroma. Jiang Zhi picked up a ginseng plant and explained in detail its origin, properties, and uses for various ailments. Jiang Xiaoyu listened intently, occasionally raising questions, which Jiang Zhi patiently answered.
Beyond her family, Jiang Zhi has also set her sights on the medical institutions affiliated with her family business. She established a dedicated medical inheritance training program within the hospital, attracting numerous young doctors and medical students. This program encompasses both theoretical instruction and practical application.
In terms of theoretical instruction, Jiang Zhi invited many renowned medical experts to teach. These experts come from diverse medical fields, some specializing in the study of classical TCM theories, while others possess extensive experience integrating modern and traditional medicine. They explain the essential principles of classic medical texts such as the Yellow Emperor's Classic of Internal Medicine and the Treatise on Febrile and Miscellaneous Diseases, enabling students to gain a deep understanding of core TCM concepts such as holistic concepts and syndrome differentiation and treatment. They also introduce the latest research findings and diagnostic and treatment techniques in modern medicine, helping students broaden their horizons and learn to integrate tradition with modernity.
The practical sessions were even more enriching. Jiang Zhi personally led the students into the wards, allowing them to interact closely with patients and understand their conditions and needs. She taught them how to accurately diagnose conditions through observation, smell, questioning, and palpation, and how to develop personalized treatment plans based on their specific circumstances. During acupuncture instruction, Jiang Zhi, holding silver needles, precisely demonstrated the location of acupoints and the technique of needling on a mannequin, emphasizing the depth, angle, and sensation of Qi. The students gathered around, watching intently, and then paired up to practice with each other. Jiang Zhi patiently monitored and guided them, correcting any errors.
In order to encourage more young people to join the medical profession, Jiang Zhi established a medical scholarship in his family. The selection criteria for this scholarship not only focus on academic performance, but also on students' practical ability, medical ethics and passion for medicine. The annual selection process is very rigorous. Applicants need to submit their learning achievements, practical cases, and thoughts on the future development of medicine. Jiang Zhi will personally participate in the work of the selection committee, carefully review each application material, and have in-depth discussions with other judges on the strengths and weaknesses of each applicant. In the end, those outstanding students who stand out will not only receive generous scholarships, but also receive personal guidance and recommendations from Jiang Zhi, and have the opportunity to study in well-known medical institutions at home and abroad.
In her daily teaching and guidance, Jiang Zhi displayed admirable patience and professionalism. On one occasion, a young female student encountered difficulties in preparing a traditional Chinese medicine prescription. She could not accurately grasp the dosage and proportion of the various herbs. When Jiang Zhi discovered this, she did not scold her. Instead, she sat beside her, picked up the herbs, and explained and demonstrated. She told the female student that the dosage of each herb needs to be considered comprehensively based on factors such as the patient's condition, constitution, and season. Just like cooking a delicious dish, the amount and combination of ingredients determine the final taste and effect. Under Jiang Zhi's careful guidance, the female student finally mastered the technique of preparing the prescription. She looked at Jiang Zhi with gratitude, her eyes full of admiration and respect.
Jiang Zhi also frequently leads fellow students on free medical visits to mountainous and remote areas. In areas where medical resources are scarce, they provide free medical care to local villagers. During these visits, Jiang Zhi explains common disease prevention and health care tips, using accessible language to teach villagers how to maintain good health through diet, exercise, and lifestyle adjustments. The fellows assist Jiang Zhi with diagnosis and treatment, continuously improving their medical skills through practice and gaining a deep understanding of the mission and value of medicine.
During a free clinic in the mountains, they met an elderly man who had suffered from arthritis for many years. The joint pain of the elderly man seriously affected his daily life and made his movements very inconvenient. Jiang Zhi carefully examined the elderly man and then adopted a treatment method that combined acupuncture, massage and Chinese medicine fumigation. She first inserted silver needles into the acupuncture points of the elderly man to dredge the meridians and harmonize the qi and blood through acupuncture. Afterwards, she personally performed massage on the elderly man to relieve the muscle tension around the joints. Finally, she arranged for the elderly man to undergo Chinese medicine fumigation to allow the heat of the medicine to penetrate deep into the joints, playing an anti-inflammatory and analgesic role. After a period of treatment, the elderly man's joint pain was significantly relieved. He excitedly took Jiang Zhi's hand and said with tears in his eyes: "You are really a miracle doctor. You have helped me regain hope in life."
Jiang Zhi's legacy of medical education has not only profoundly impacted her family and the local community, but has also gradually attracted widespread attention. Several medical academic institutions have invited her to share her experience in medical education, where she has detailed her teaching methods, curriculum, and how she cultivates students' medical ethics and professional conduct. Her philosophy and practice have been recognized and appreciated by numerous medical educators, and many institutions have drawn on her experience to reform and innovate their own medical education models.
Over time, Jiang Zhi has trained numerous outstanding medical professionals. These professionals are now working in medical institutions across the country. They apply the medical skills and ethics taught by Jiang Zhi to relieve patients' pain and spread love and hope. Jiang Zhi's legacy of medical expertise, like a spark, continues to shine a unique and warm light in the vast medical universe, illuminating the path of countless people in their pursuit of health and happiness.
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