Visceral Manipulation Online Dissection Anatomy Companion Courses with Gil Hedley, Ph.D.
Do you want to learn more about the visceral system?
Brought to you by The Barral Institute (BI) in collaboration with Gil Hedley, these companion courses include dissection videos that illuminate the structure and relationships of the Visceral System.
Note: Full video access is available exclusively through a Gil Hedley Annual Membership. See below for discount information.
Visceral Manipulation 1
Companion Course
Estimated course time: 1 to 2.5 hours
This course includes an exploration and dissection of the visceral membranes (peritoneum) as well as structures such as the diaphragm, colon, greater and lesser omentum, appendix, small intestine, liver, gallbladder, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, and spleen. This course also explores abdominal space structures such as visceral adhesions, ligament of Treitz, the superior mesenteric artery, the portal vein, Glisson’s capsule, hepatic artery and vein, and the hepatoduodenal, gastrophrenic, phrenicocolic, and hepatogastric ligaments. See more learning objectives below.
Visceral Manipulation 2
Companion Course
Estimated course time: 5 hours
This course expands upon the content from Visceral Manipulation 1 companion course and includes videos of dissection that illuminate the structure and relationships of the diaphragm, kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen, pancreas, greater and lesser omentum, and the parietal peritoneum. Through these videos, participants will gain a better understanding of these structures in-situ and their relationships so their surrounding tissues. Other landmarks identified include the hepatorenal ligament, adrenal vein and artery, renal fat, hilum of kidney, omental bursa, ureters, portal vein, hepatic artery, common bile duct, and the fundus, cardiac, and pyloric portions of the stomach. Participants will also explore the membranes of the abdominal cavity in more detail, including distinguishing between the transversalis fascia, peritoneum, and fascia propria. See more learning objectives below.
Each companion course will also include a syllabus and quiz. Through this experience, participants will gain an understanding of the continuities, connections, and relationships between these named structures and their surrounding tissues. Structures will also be compared to provide an appreciation for the diversity and range of anatomical expression. Through cultivating a greater appreciation of the human form, participants will be better able to apply their anatomical knowledge to their bodywork and movement practices.
TO GET ACCESS – Sign up with Gil Hedley Annual membership with the special BI discount
Video Program Benefits
Explore Anatomy Like Never Before with the BI Discount on the Explorer Membership
Unlock a year of unparalleled learning with unlimited access to cutting-edge anatomy content and resources tailored for manual therapy practitioners. Here’s what you’ll gain:
- Unlimited Access to VM1 & VM2 Online Dissection Companions – Deepen your understanding of Visceral Manipulation 1 & 2 with expert-guided, online anatomy dissections available for an entire year.
- A Rich Library of Integral Anatomy Teachings – Immerse yourself in Anatomy from A to Z, a comprehensive video encyclopedia of the human form, spanning 19 courses with 200+ hours of video content in production.
- Live with Gil – Join monthly, live online meet-ups with Gil Hedley and other leading experts! Enjoy past episodes from Season 1-4, and join us live for Season 5 for dynamic discussions and hands-on insights.
- Livestream Dissection Series – Step inside the dissection lab with Margaret and Jerry for a 20 HR/CE series. Experience the precision of two 6-day dissection courses—complete with recordings and key takeaways that make you feel like you’re right there.
- Keynote Presentations – Gain access to Gil’s most impactful keynotes from 2020 & 2021 (8.5 HR/CE) alongside recordings of additional thought-provoking presentations from international conferences.
- Audio & Short-Form Content – Learn on the go with 30+ hours of audio podcasts and dive into quick, insightful lessons with 8+ hours of short video content.
- Explorer Bookshelf – Enjoy digital access to all of Gil’s published books and articles, ready anytime on your personal Explorer Bookshelf.
- Continuing Education Credits – Earn CE hours as you elevate your practice and deepen your knowledge.
Review:
A Must-Have Anatomy Resource for Barral Students!
Gil Hedley’s Visceral Manipulation Dissection Companion Dissection 1 & 2 online video programs are a valuable anatomy-focused resource for students of the Barral Institute. These videos do not teach techniques—instead, they provide a dynamic, in-depth look at human anatomy through dissection. Gil’s presentations offer exceptional insights into anatomical variations and structures that enhance a student’s ability to “see” with their hands. The visual and educational quality of the series is outstanding. Highly recommended for anyone wanting to deepen their understanding of the human form. – Judy Russell BA (PE); BSc (PT)
Learning Objectives and About Gil Hedley, PH.D.
Learning Objectives
Visceral Manipulation Companion Course Level 1 Learning Objectives:
-Describe and detail the relationships, continuities, and connections for the named structures in this course, including the peritoneum, the diaphragm, colon, greater and lesser omentum, appendix, small intestine, liver, gallbladder, stomach, duodenum, pancreas, and spleen, ligament of Treitz, the superior mesenteric artery, the portal vein, Glisson’s capsule, hepatic artery and vein, and the hepatoduodenal, gastrophrenic, phrenicocolic, and hepatogastric ligaments.
-Describe how visceral adhesions may develop and consider their possible implications for health,
-Describe the variations that you have observed between these forms consider how these variations may have influenced movement, expression, and function,
-Identify three ways in which the understanding gained in this course will measurably impact one’s body work practice.
Visceral Manipulation Companion Course Level 2 Learning Objectives:
-Describe and detail the relationships, continuities, and connections for the named structures in this course, including the diaphragm, kidneys, adrenal glands, spleen, pancreas, greater and lesser omentum, and the parietal peritoneum.
-Describe the relationships between the kidneys and the adrenal glands.
-Describe the relationships between the membranes of the abdominal cavity, including the transversalis fascia, the fascia propria, the peritoneum, and the tissues of the diaphragm.
-Describe the variations that you have observed between these forms consider how these variations may have influenced movement, expression, and function.
-Identify three ways in which the understanding gained in this course will measurably impact your body work practice.
About Gil Hedley
Gil started out his adult learning journey at the Divinity School of the University of Chicago, studying for his Ph.D. in Theological Ethics. During that time he also became a Certified Rolfer and spent five years studying psychodynamics and energy healing in NYC; he has been an avid student of personal and spiritual development his whole life. His combined interests and training have supported his personal exploration of the human body and led him to develop an integral approach to the study of human anatomy.
Over the past 27 years, he has led hundreds of hours of hands-on human dissection workshops in the laboratory. Through this in-person work, as well as keynote presentations and online programs, he has encouraged thousands of fellow “somanauts” to appreciate, explore, and embody the wonders of the human form.
Continuing Education Credit Information
For those seeking continuing education credit, we will be submitting each course for credit with our registration organizations (for example, NCTMB) as we finish uploading our course materials.
Each course will need to be completed in its entirety to receive credit and you must be a current member of the site to receive your certificate.
Once a member, refer to Gil Hedley’s Continuing Education page for the class and hours a specific class may be qualified for.
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