Anatomy I (Elizabeth Caron, D.O.) | 2027 Seminar for External Applicants
Reframing anatomy through a biodynamic lens.
Anatomy I revisits anatomy from a biodynamic perspective. The course examines the osteopathic concept of “segmentation” in relation to embryological development, then traces how this shows up in adult anatomy and in the treatment process itself — through both lecture and hands-on work. Drawing on the theories of William G. Sutherland, D.O., and the research built upon them since, this intensive course covers topics such as thoracic respiration and sacral development.
This is an intensive course taught by a faculty member visiting from the United States. Applicants who meet the eligibility criteria below are welcome to attend from outside TSO.
Course Overview
| Course name | Anatomy I |
| Faculty | Elizabeth Caron, D.O. |
| Dates | September 2 (Thu) – 6 (Mon), 2027 |
| Course hours | 32 hours |
| Student clinic | September 5 (Sun) |
| Venue | To be determined (details will follow once confirmed) |
| Format | Lectures in English, with Japanese simultaneous interpretation |
| Tuition (for applicants residing outside Japan) | ¥253,000 (¥230,000 + 10% consumption tax) |
About the Course
This course revisits anatomy from a biodynamic perspective. Students examine the osteopathic concept of segmentation in relation to embryological development, then explore how it appears in adult anatomy and in the treatment process itself, through both lecture and hands-on practice. This intensive course is built on the theories of William G. Sutherland, D.O.
Coursework that may help deepen understanding beforehand includes Anatomy One, BioBasics, Phase/Step I, and the foundational cranial course. (These are suggested references, not required prerequisites.)
Eligibility for External Applicants
Tokyo School of Osteopathy (TSO) welcomes external applicants who meet one of the following eligibility criteria.
- Physicians, dentists, or osteopaths meeting WHO standards
- Graduates of one of TSO’s six partner institutions (JTOC, Still Academy Japan, Atlas College of Osteopathy, JCO, IOCJ, ASSOSG)
- Applicants who do not meet the above but can demonstrate a total of 4,200 hours of coursework and 1,000 hours of clinical training may be considered on a case-by-case basis
Please note: completing this seminar does not result in a diploma or certificate of completion from TSO.
Faculty
Elizabeth Caron, D.O.
Dr. Elizabeth Caron has spent more than a decade as a member of the Biodynamic Faculty founded by Dr. James Jealous, working under his direct mentorship for 25 years and collaborating on the development of biodynamic curricula and writings. Her teaching experience spans universities and colleges of osteopathic medicine, and she has been involved in launching a hospital’s osteopathic medicine department as well as establishing a private clinic. She is board-certified in three specialties — Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine, Pain Medicine, and Alternative Medicine — and brings more than 20 years of clinical experience. She currently practices at Osteopathic Healthcare in Talent, Oregon, with a particular focus on prenatal and pediatric osteopathic care.
How to Apply
Participation as an external applicant requires an eligibility check. Rather than proceeding directly to a payment page, applicants are guided through the following steps.
Click the button below to go to our Google Form and provide your name, the seminar(s) you wish to attend, your qualifications or affiliation, and any other requested information.
TSO will review your submission against the eligibility criteria (physician/dentist, osteopath meeting WHO standards, graduate of one of our six partner institutions, or case-by-case review).
Once eligibility is confirmed, we will contact you individually with payment instructions.
After payment is confirmed, we will send you details for the day of the seminar.
If eligibility cannot be confirmed, we may be unable to accept your application. Thank you for your understanding.
The venue has not yet been finalized. We will share details as soon as they are confirmed.