Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a treasure of Chinese civilization

and its inheritance is crucial for its preservation. Folk medicine practitioners play a vital role in the transmission of TCM. Zhejiang Chinese Medical University

in the context of protecting and developing folk TCM heritage

adheres to the principles of TCM development

inheriting its essence while maintaining integrity and innovation. Starting from the practical challenges in the transmission and development of distinctive folk TCM diagnostic and treatment techniques

the university aims to legitimize outstanding folk medical practices

ensuring that more unique TCM skills are passed down. To promote the inheritance and innovative development of TCM

the university has embarked on several innovative initiatives: conducting in-depth searches and compilations of folk TCM

selecting and pairing mentors for transmission

establishing experimental classes for renowned folk TCM doctors

implementing tiered and classified pilot promotions of diagnostic techniques

and exploring the excavation and transformation of distinctive folk TCM diagnostic techniques. These efforts aim to provide new approaches for higher TCM institutions to inherit and develop distinctive folk TCM diagnostic techniques.