Exploration of the Midline: A Journey Home
Advanced Biodynamic Seminar in the Finding Osteopathy Series
This course has limited enrollment.
Course Summary
In the Finding Osteopathy courses, participants will explore the history, philosophy, and living principles of traditional osteopathy and the biodynamic model. They will gain knowledge of anatomy, including embryologic processes and principles that are key to the healing capacity of the individual. We will explore applications of this knowledge to clinical practice. At the end of every course, participants will have developed increased competence in using biodynamic tools that can be applied to clinical practice. Category 1A CME is anticipated for these seminars.
Exploration of the Midline is an advanced seminar in this series. Based on participant knowledge and skill level, prior experience and interests we'll explore the following:
The use, and clinical efficacy of the midline as:
- A key embryologic principle of motion and orientation
- A suspended automatically shifting event
- Fluid, Potency and Space
Anatomy: Midline embryonic and adult processes and structures
- Early embryologic midline activity ( weeks 1-4 of development)
- Anterior Posterior and Middle Midlines
- Adult Midline Structures: notocord, nucleous pulposus, gut tube, spinal canal,Neuropil....
Therapeutic efficacy of the of archetypal functions of midline
- Third Principle
- Homecoming
- The Beacon: orienting, anchoring and other functions of the midline
- The horizon, the edges, and the center: how we find recognize Midline
- The elements and Midline
This course has a unique hybrid structure taking place over three sessions which include a interactive online session, a full day in person retreat and a touchstone session on zoom three weeks after our in person sessions. Spaces are limited to ensure a replenishing environment with space for personal exploration and community support.
Course Schedule
August 8th Online introductory session 6:30- 8:30 PST
August 10th Full day in person retreat: Santa Rosa, CA
August 22nd Online touchstone session 6:30- 8:30 PST
What to Expect: During the first online session we'll prepare for our full-day retreat including time for getting to know each other, lecture, discussion and a mini practical.
The in-person retreat will include two shared meals, time for rest and treatments and lecture and discussion time.
Finally, the touchstone session will take place two weeks from our retreat and allows participants the opportunity to return to the community and share success obstacles, questions and explorations. We'll conclude with a final somatic journey to rest.
Jennifer Weiss, DO
Jennifer Weiss is a US trained osteopathic physician. She is a member of the biodynamic faculty trained by Dr. James Jealous and the Assistant Dean of Clinical Faculty Development at Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She's the editor of Osteopathic Odyssey by James Jealous DO and has trained and taught with Dr. Jealous starting in 2000. In addition to her work as a Dean, teaching and curriculum development, she currently practices traditional osteopathy, with a sprinkling of foundational functional medicine, in Santa Rosa CA. Dr. Weiss completed medical school at TUCOM and family medicine residency at UCSF/Sutter Santa Rosa. She lives in Santa Rosa with her husband, daughter and retired service dog Kimba. Dr. Weiss has had the unique experience of journeying through a variety of health obstacles, including near-complete hearing loss. This journey, combined with her passion for osteopathy, life and service make her a compassionate and deep thinker and natural educator and healer.
