Original Source: Fengyang TCM Studio | Liu Jiaqi | March 25, 2025

Since Dong Feng of the Three Kingdoms period, Fengyang Daoist Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) has endured for over 1,700 years without interruption, carrying forward the ancient and outstanding wisdom of Chinese medicine.

"Excellence in quality, benevolence in practice"—this is not just a promise but the lifelong commitment of countless medical practitioners. Today, our story centers on Liu Jiaqi, a TCM heir from the Fengyang Daoist tradition and an integrative medicine physician. With 25 years of clinical experience, he embodies this legacy and responsibility.

I. Embarking on the Medical Path: A Foundation in Western Medicine

Liu Jiaqi began as a novice, driven by a passion for medicine. Through perseverance, he has grown into a skilled Chief Surgeon and Associate Professor at a medical university, balancing both clinical responsibilities and teaching.

Over 25 years, the smell of disinfectant in the operating room and his sleepless nights in the ward bear witness to his dedication. He often says, “With a scalpel in hand, the Dao in heart.” The scalpel is a weapon against disease, while the “Dao” symbolizes compassion and relentless pursuit of medical truth. He refines his surgical technique by meticulously reviewing procedures and conducting simulations to perfect every detail.

A key milestone in his growth was studying under Professor Wang Xishan, a renowned colorectal cancer specialist. At the National Cancer Center, Professor Wang taught him cutting-edge surgical methods and diagnostic techniques. In one memorable case involving a complex colorectal cancer patient, Professor Wang offered multiple treatment plans with clear analysis, and guided Liu through the surgery, emphasizing precision and finesse. This mentorship cemented Liu's foundation in Western medicine and highlighted its vital role in urgent and severe cases.

II. A Deepening Bond with TCM: Multiple Lineages Illuminate a New Journey

Liu Jiaqi did not confine his vision to Western medicine. He became the heir of several TCM lineages, each like a bright star guiding him through the rich landscape of traditional healing.

1. Heir to Wu Mingjie’s Fengyang Daoist TCM: The Path of Natural Harmony

In 2017, Liu met Wu Mingjie at the National Cancer Center in Beijing. Wu, founder of the Daoist TCM Research Institute, profoundly influenced Liu’s interest in Daoist medical culture and natural therapies. A 2020 documentary titled "Who Am I?" had a profound impact on him—it recounted Wu’s childhood memory of witnessing his father cure his sister’s asthma using herbal medicine. Since youth, Wu dedicated himself to Daoist TCM practice.

Liu followed Wu’s journey through the film and real-life mentorship, learning how Wu healed conditions like myasthenia gravis, severe gastric paresis, asthma, colorectal cancer, and epilepsy using Daoist techniques. Inspired by these successes, Liu adopted Wu’s principle of “seven parts nourishment, three parts treatment”, and integrated psychological suggestion therapy to help patients with terminal illnesses regain hope and peace of mind. He emphasizes that “late-stage cancer is not a dead end,” guiding patients to live in the present, manage pain, and improve quality of life.

On November 13, 2024, Liu officially became Wu's apprentice, committing to in-depth study and promotion of Fengyang TCM. He applied this knowledge clinically, especially in chronic gastrointestinal disorders, using seasonal herbal paste therapies for children, adults, post-op recovery, and advanced-stage cancer care with remarkable results.

These efforts have even reached the United States, where Massachusetts State Representative Rady Mom awarded Liu and his mentor team for their outstanding contributions to public health and international TCM promotion.

Though oceans apart, Liu and Wu maintain a deep master-disciple connection. Each transcontinental video call becomes a medical symposium. Wu passionately explains Fengyang TCM’s unique diagnostic system: “Observe the exterior to know the interior, study behavior to understand disease.” These principles blend local culture with classic theory, forming a diagnostic method both profound and practical.

In 2025, the Chinese edition of Wu’s life’s work, The Inner Path, was published with Liu’s significant editorial support, marking another milestone in Daoist TCM’s global dissemination.

2. Heir to Grandmaster Deng Tietao’s Academic Thought: Mastering Holistic Differentiation

As a fourth-generation inheritor of the academic legacy of National TCM Master Deng Tietao, Liu deeply embraces Deng’s core principles—holism and syndrome differentiation.

He believes the body is an interconnected whole and tailors treatments based on patients’ full physiological and emotional profiles. For example, in treating chronic coughs, Liu considers not only lung pathology but also digestive function, emotional well-being, and lifestyle. This holistic perspective enables him to create precise and effective treatment plans, honoring Deng’s legacy in modern practice.

3. Heir to Professor Xiao Xinhe’s “Longevity Project”: Promoting Preventive Wisdom

Through the Centenarian Project by Prof. Xiao Xinhe, Liu inherited a deep understanding of preventive healthcare. This system focuses on balanced nutrition, moderate exercise, a healthy mindset, and TCM-based lifestyle adjustments to enhance immunity and self-healing.

Liu applies these principles by customizing wellness plans for patients, incorporating practices like Tai Chi and Baduanjin, and fostering long-term healthy habits that aim not only to treat disease but prevent it altogether.

4. Heir to National TCM Master Xiao Zhenqiu’s Proctology Expertise: Innovating Anorectal Treatments

In the field of TCM proctology, Liu learned under Master Xiao Zhenqiu, a leading authority in treating hemorrhoids, fistulas, rectal prolapse, and more. Under Xiao’s guidance, Liu honed his diagnosis and surgical techniques, balancing internal herbal therapy with precise external procedures.

Liu also aided in compiling Xiao’s medical case records, gaining a profound understanding of both technique and compassion. Today, he combines modern diagnostics with TCM treatment, using herbal therapy and acupuncture post-surgery to enhance recovery and reduce complications.

III. Enlightened by the Spirit of “No Deception”: Deepening the Ethical Foundation

On November 29, 2024, Liu and his mentor Wu Mingjie visited the historic Hu Qing Yu Tang, a 150-year-old traditional pharmacy founded by philanthropist Hu Xueyan. Standing beneath the iconic plaque inscribed “Jie Qi” (“No Deception”), Liu was moved by the commitment to integrity and ethics embodied there.

He studied Hu’s teachings—“Truth in price, benevolence in practice”—and realized that honesty and sincerity are the bedrock of lasting success in both business and medicine. These values now serve as guiding lights in Liu’s professional path.

IV. Enhancing Integrative Medical Literacy: Learning Through Exchange

To deepen his expertise, Liu spends late nights poring over TCM classics such as The Yellow Emperor's Inner Canon, Treatise on Cold Damage, Essential Prescriptions from the Golden Cabinet, Centenarian Project, and The Inner Path. He continuously integrates theory with practice and actively seeks peer discussions and academic exchange.

He frequently participates in medical forums, where he listens to expert lectures, shares clinical insights, and explores the challenges and frontiers of integrative medicine. Through these exchanges, he has built a network of like-minded practitioners and broadened his horizons.

Notable collaborations include learning with top scholars from Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hospital, Beijing TCM Hospital, Fujian University of TCM, and the People's Liberation Army’s 304 Hospital, among others.

V. Clinical Practice: Tangible Results of Integrative Medicine

In clinical practice, Liu combines the strengths of both Western and Chinese medicine. For operable cancer patients, he uses surgery to remove tumors swiftly and follows up with herbal therapy to nourish the body and prevent recurrence. For inoperable cases, he applies TCM to alleviate symptoms and improve quality of life.

He advocates for natural healing—balanced diet, proper exercise, and positive mindset—as the key to long-term health. He patiently educates patients on these principles, helping them overcome chronic conditions and avoid suboptimal health.

One patient suffering from colorectal cancer had lost hope. Liu explained the treatment clearly, restored their confidence, performed a successful surgery, and used TCM for recovery. He also provided emotional support, sharing stories of resilience to encourage perseverance. In the end, the patient regained health and said gratefully:
"Dr. Liu didn’t just cure my illness—he gave me my life back."

Many such cases exist. Through the integration of Chinese and Western medicine, in harmony with nature and with a dual focus on body and mind, true health and harmony can be achieved.

VI. Rising Recognition, Relentless Pursuit of Innovation

As Liu Jiaqi’s reputation has grown, more and more patients have sought him out. Yet he remains humble and hardworking. Fully aware of the trust and expectations patients place in him, he leads his medical team in continuous exploration and innovation, striving to enhance the efficacy of integrative treatment approaches.

They actively conduct clinical research, applying the latest medical advancements to real-world treatments, benefiting an increasing number of patients.

In the realm of teaching, Liu is equally devoted. He deeply values the cultivation of future medical talent and generously imparts his clinical knowledge and experience. His classes are engaging and practical, enriched with real clinical cases that make complex concepts easier for students to grasp. He encourages students to be bold in exploration and daring in innovation, nurturing their clinical thinking and hands-on abilities.

Under his mentorship, generation after generation of outstanding medical professionals have emerged, breathing fresh life into the medical field.

Over his 25-year medical journey, Liu Jiaqi has innovated through tradition and matured through practice. His actions reflect a physician's compassion and responsibility. With the wisdom of integrative medicine and the philosophy of natural healing, he safeguards patients’ well-being like a lighthouse, guiding them toward the shores of health amidst the vast sea of medicine.

Looking ahead, he will continue pressing forward, writing even more brilliant chapters with love and responsibility. He strives to keep the vitality of high-level integrative medicine flourishing in clinical practice, bringing hope and healing to more patients.

Lifelong learning, lifelong striving, lifelong health, lifelong dedication, lifelong joy.
Universal longevity and health—this is our enduring mission: to make the descendants of Yan and Huang the healthiest and longest-living people in the world, setting an example for all humanity. We have never stopped working toward this goal.

Areas of Expertise
Common and complex diseases of the gastrointestinal and anorectal systems; proficient in minimally invasive colorectal cancer surgeries, various hernia repairs, and anorectal procedures. Specializes in combining Chinese and Western medicine with natural therapies for a wide range of clinical diseases, chronic conditions, sub-health syndromes, and malignancies.

Academic Roles and Affiliations

Executive Member, 5th Anorectal Committee of the Guangxi Association of Integrative Medicine
Executive Member, 1st Bariatric and Metabolic Surgery Committee of the Guangxi Association of Integrative Medicine
Executive Member, 2nd Anorectal Disease Prevention and Control Committee of the Guangxi Preventive Medicine Association
Member, 2nd Traditional Chinese Medicine Branch of the China Health Culture Association
Council Member, Guangxi NOSES Alliance
Member, Natural Orifice Specimen Extraction Surgery (NOSES) Committee, Chinese Medical Doctor Association (Colorectal Cancer Specialty)
Member, Gastric Cancer Committee, Guangxi Anti-Cancer Association
Member, Colorectal Cancer Committee, Guangxi Anti-Cancer Association
Member, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor Committee, Guangxi Anti-Cancer Association
Member, Beijing Anorectal Association
Expert Panelist, Beihai Medical Appraisal Committee

Liu Jiaqi, Heir to Fengyang Daoist Traditional Chinese Medicine: Bridging East and West, A Journey of Medical Responsibility