In the high-altitude regions of Qinghai Province, Tibetan medicine continues to thrive as a vital component of traditional Chinese medicine. Recognized as a national cultural heritage in 2006, this ancient practice has adapted to modern challenges while maintaining its roots in centuries-old wisdom.
Dr. Gengque Mulan, a leading Tibetan medicine practitioner in Yushu Prefecture, embodies this balance. Since graduating in 2006, he has dedicated nearly two decades to serving communities in Nangqian County. Beyond his clinic, he regularly ventures into remote pastoral areas to provide free medical care to residents with limited mobility—a testament to Tibetan medicine's community-focused ethos.
His commitment extends beyond treatment: Gengque Mulan established the Yushu Tibetan Medicine Vocational School, training new generations of practitioners. The institution also shelters local orphans, creating what the doctor calls "a true crystallization of national unity." Through these efforts, he ensures the preservation of diagnostic techniques and herbal formulations unique to Tibetan traditions.
As global interest in alternative medicine grows, practitioners like Gengque Mulan highlight China's diverse medical heritage while addressing contemporary healthcare needs in challenging environments.
