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News tag:typepad.com,2003:weblog-1250480 %ISSUE_DATE%T09:25:32-07:00 TypePad NUHS Receives Accreditation for St. Petersburg DC Program tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53797 2009-04-29T12:00:32-07:00 2009-04-29T12:00:07-07:00

The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools has granted approval for National University of Health Sciences' Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine program offered through the University Partnership Center at St. Petersburg College (SPC) in Pinellas County, Fla. NIH Selects Northwestern VP for Research Panel tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53786 2009-04-23T12:00:32-07:00 2009-04-23T12:00:07-07:00

Gert Bronfort, DC, PhD, vice president of research at Northwestern Health Sciences University, has been selected to serve on a panel of moderators for a National Institutes of Health (NIH) workshop on nonpharmacological treatments for back pain. The goal of the workshop is to identify and explore a range of important and timely clinical research questions related to non-drug interventions to treat back pain.

Alumni at Northwestern Health Sciences University (NHSU) understand how tough it can be to pay for a graduate education. Recently, three graduates of Northwestern's chiropractic college - Cody Hoefert, DC ('04), Michael Smith, DC ('06) and Jason Sherman, DC ('99) - joined together to create the Student Leadership Award scholarship to recognize individuals whose involvement and leadership has made a significant impact at Northwestern.

In an effort to promote the benefits of a healthy lifestyle, Cleveland Chiropractic College's Kansas City and Los Angeles campuses conducted several educational activities in recognition of National Public Health Week (NPHW), April 6-12. Established in 1995, the goal of NPHW is to promote overall health and to examine issues that are crucial to improving the health of the general public. This year's theme was "Building the Foundation for a Healthy America."

Rich King, a student at Cleveland Chiropractic College Kansas City, has been named student section chair by the Kansas Public Health Association (KPHA). King, who is president of the college's Public Health Club, will serve a one-year term with the KPHA. Chiropractic Team to Run in 2009 Chicago Marathon tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53779 2009-04-21T12:00:32-07:00 2009-04-21T12:00:07-07:00

This year's Chicago Marathon will feature its' first chiropractic running team. Non-Profit Chiropractic Organization (NPCO) is excited to announce its participation in the 2009 Bank of America Chicago Marathon, being held on Sunday, Oct. 11, 2009 in Chicago, Ill. As a contributing charity, NPCO has committed to recruiting a team of 70 runners to "run with a vision."

In support of World No Tobacco Day, sponsored by the World Health Organization (WHO) and observed on May 31 every year, the World Federation of Chiropractic is encouraging all chiropractic organizations and all chiropractors throughout the world to participate and utilize the WFC Chiropractors Against Tobacco (CAT) materials available at the WFC Web site.

According to Palmer College of Chiropractic's Department of Undergraduate Studies, the Associate of Science in Chiropractic Technology (ASCT) degree program has been recognized as meeting new Iowa physiotherapy legislative requirements. Per the Iowa Board of Chiropractic state requirement 645-43.12(2), effective July 1, 2009, chiropractic assistants are required to show proof of completion of requirements in training of active and passive physiotherapy.

The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) has announced its newest corporate associate member for the first quarter of 2009. Santa Cruz Holistics, based in Watsonville, Calif., joins the WFC at the bronze level for its first year, and in so doing, joins a growing list of WFC corporate associate members, which provide a wide range of goods and services that support the growth of the profession worldwide.

The National Chiropractic Mutual Insurance Company (NCMIC) Foundation has awarded the Jerome F. McAndrews, D.C., Memorial Research Fund to Sidney Rubinstein, DC, PhD, a 1992 graduate of the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic. DCs Rated Higher Than MDs In Consumer Reports Survey tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53755 2009-04-09T12:00:32-07:00 2009-04-09T12:00:07-07:00

A Consumer Reports survey of its readers found that "hands-on" therapies, led by chiropractic care, were the top-rated treatments for people suffering from back pain and that Chiropractors are the best at providing real relief. Foundation for Chiropractic Progress Adds Another Spokesperson tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53754 2009-04-08T12:00:32-07:00 2009-04-08T12:00:07-07:00

CARMICHAEL, Calif. - April 8, 2009 -- The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (www.foundation4cp.com) announced today that Retired U.S. Army General Officer (G.O.) Becky Halstead has agreed to serve as its spokesperson and share with the public her positive experiences with chiropractic care. Life University Hosts World Leaders in Integrative Health Care Conference tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53753 2009-04-07T12:00:32-07:00 2009-04-07T12:00:07-07:00

Health care is a daily discussion among most Americans. While the U.S. health care system is admired for its technical achievements, the costs associated with new, high-tech treatments can be prohibitive. Fortunately, there are other options. In fact, research suggests that supporting the natural health of the body can be more cost effective than simply preventing disease and/or reactively treating symptoms. This conference at Life University will discuss new low-tech or no-tech ways to explore, research and promote health.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) estimate that $4 billion is spent every year on the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD), also known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). A subclassification of musculoskeletal conditions, research into the etiology, pathomechanics and pathophysiology of TMD has been extensive. It's interesting to note that research into TMD closely parallels investigation of the dysfunctional and symptomatic intervertebral joint motion segment. The curious thing is that while chiropractors are extensively trained in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, chiropractic management of TMD amounts to a very small percentage of that $4 billion. That is a shame.

By Dennis P. Steigerwald, DC The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) estimate that $4 billion is spent every year on the diagnosis and treatment of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD), also known as temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD). A subclassification of musculoskeletal conditions, research into the etiology, pathomechanics and pathophysiology of TMD has been extensive. It's interesting to note that research into TMD closely parallels investigation of the dysfunctional and symptomatic intervertebral joint motion segment. The curious thing is that while chiropractors are extensively trained in the diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal conditions, chiropractic management of TMD amounts to a very small percentage of that $4 billion. That is a shame. A Global Vision of Chiropractic Care, Part 2 tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53730 2009-04-22T12:00:32-07:00 2009-04-22T12:00:07-07:00

As of January 2009, Molly Meri Robinson, DC, is working full time as a technical officer at the World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, the first doctor of chiropractic to achieve that distinction. She was offered the one-year position following a student internship in 2008 - also a first for the profession. In part two of this two-part interview (see part 1 in the April 9 issue), she describes some of the ongoing projects she is working on at the WHO and encourages chiropractic students and doctors to get involved in global health promotion.

Upholding Documentation and Coding Standards, Research on Chiropractic for Veterans, Primary Care Opportunities and An Academic Slap in the Face.

Upholding Documentation and Coding Standards, Research on Chiropractic for Veterans, Primary Care Opportunities and An Academic Slap in the Face. Isn�t It About Time? tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53707 2009-03-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-03-26T12:00:07-07:00

In 2006, most doctors were still pretty skeptical - and why shouldn't they have been? We have all been victims of too many promises and not enough delivery. Besides, it had never been done successfully in chiropractic. By the end of 2007, we saw results. Then the question became, "But will it last?" In the past, it was always a flash in the pan that quickly faded.

By Donald M. Petersen Jr., BS, HCD(hc), FICC(h), Publisher In 2006, most doctors were still pretty skeptical - and why shouldn't they have been? We have all been victims of too many promises and not enough delivery. Besides, it had never been done successfully in chiropractic. By the end of 2007, we saw results. Then the question became, "But will it last?" In the past, it was always a flash in the pan that quickly faded. New Patient Comes to Chiropractic as a Direct Result of Jerry Rice Ad tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53695 2009-03-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-03-26T12:00:07-07:00

It was at the COCSA convention in New Orleans, La., on Nov. 11, 2004, that I first learned about what would become the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (FCP). Kent Greenawalt, CEO of Foot Levelers and founder of the FCP, described his vision to get the message of chiropractic out to the American public on a scale never before seen in our history.

By Thomas Klapp It was at the COCSA convention in New Orleans, La., on Nov. 11, 2004, that I first learned about what would become the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (FCP). Kent Greenawalt, CEO of Foot Levelers and founder of the FCP, described his vision to get the message of chiropractic out to the American public on a scale never before seen in our history. Flexing Muscle in Pennsylvania tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53693 2009-03-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-03-26T12:00:07-07:00

Three years ago, two members of the Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association (PCA) contacted me, complaining that a local hospital in western Pennsylvania was no longer accepting scripts for X rays from doctors of chiropractic. The hospital told the DCs they could only accept scripts from hospital staff doctors. When I contacted the president and medical director of the hospital, they commented that indeed their "new" policy was to no longer accept scripts from chiropractors. That answer was not what the PCA wanted to hear, so we contacted the Pennsylvania Department of Health.

By Gene G. Veno Three years ago, two members of the Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association (PCA) contacted me, complaining that a local hospital in western Pennsylvania was no longer accepting scripts for X rays from doctors of chiropractic. The hospital told the DCs they could only accept scripts from hospital staff doctors. When I contacted the president and medical director of the hospital, they commented that indeed their "new" policy was to no longer accept scripts from chiropractors. That answer was not what the PCA wanted to hear, so we contacted the Pennsylvania Department of Health. We Get Letters and E-Mail tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53690 2009-03-12T12:00:32-07:00 2009-03-12T12:00:07-07:00

Profession Responds to Koren Article and E-Mail Blasts, KST and Other Teachings Strengthen the Profession, "Any True Academician Values the Free Exchange of Knowledge", KST Training Has Proven Invaluable, Perhaps We Should Call It "Korenpractic", What's Wrong With Helping People Become Subluxation-Free?, "If It's Everyone's, It's Not Chiropractic", KST: Application for Other Professions, Let Others Use KST as Their License Permits, "Who Should Learn How to Use It?" and Nothing More Than a Political Turf Battle?

By Editorial Staff Profession Responds to Koren Article and E-Mail Blasts, KST and Other Teachings Strengthen the Profession, "Any True Academician Values the Free Exchange of Knowledge", KST Training Has Proven Invaluable, Perhaps We Should Call It "Korenpractic", What's Wrong With Helping People Become Subluxation-Free?, "If It's Everyone's, It's Not Chiropractic", KST: Application for Other Professions, Let Others Use KST as Their License Permits, "Who Should Learn How to Use It?" and Nothing More Than a Political Turf Battle? News In Brief tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53683 2009-03-12T12:00:32-07:00 2009-03-12T12:00:07-07:00

Foundation Adds COCSA Rep, Northwestern Expands Scholarship Program and Senior Admin Positions Filled at Logan College.

By Editorial Staff Foundation Adds COCSA Rep, Northwestern Expands Scholarship Program and Senior Admin Positions Filled at Logan College. FCER Research Portal Now Free tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53674 2009-03-12T12:00:32-07:00 2009-03-12T12:00:07-07:00

With a clear trend toward evidence-based care sweeping chiropractic and other health care professions, many clinicians are looking for easy access to the latest research. The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) took steps to meet that demand in 2008, launching a subscription-based research portal known as DCConsult. Now the FCER is making it even easier to access the latest health care research: The foundation recently announced that doctors of chiropractic, other health care providers and even the public can now access the site free of charge.

By Editorial Staff With a clear trend toward evidence-based care sweeping chiropractic and other health care professions, many clinicians are looking for easy access to the latest research. The Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) took steps to meet that demand in 2008, launching a subscription-based research portal known as DCConsult. Now the FCER is making it even easier to access the latest health care research: The foundation recently announced that doctors of chiropractic, other health care providers and even the public can now access the site free of charge. Fourth Summit Meeting Yields Consensus tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53673 2009-03-12T12:00:32-07:00 2009-03-12T12:00:07-07:00

At the fourth Chiropractic Summit, held in mid-January 2009 during the annual Las Vegas Parker Seminar, representatives of 39 chiropractic organizations, including colleges, state and national associations, publishers, vendors and others, produced and ratified "one message" on Medicare reform that states, in part: "Medicare beneficiaries should have the right to choose and be reimbursed for health care services from doctors of chiropractic without barriers and limitations that unfairly restrict their freedom of choice."

By Editorial Staff At the fourth Chiropractic Summit, held in mid-January 2009 during the annual Las Vegas Parker Seminar, representatives of 39 chiropractic organizations, including colleges, state and national associations, publishers, vendors and others, produced and ratified "one message" on Medicare reform that states, in part: "Medicare beneficiaries should have the right to choose and be reimbursed for health care services from doctors of chiropractic without barriers and limitations that unfairly restrict their freedom of choice." 50 Years Ago This Month tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53658 2009-02-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-02-26T12:00:07-07:00

Years ago, I remember hearing about doctors who were in practice for 50 years and saying to myself, "Not me!" Well, I have been in practice that long as of February 2009. After 50 years, I can absolutely state that I never would have wanted to be anything but a doctor of chiropractic. Chiropractic has given me the opportunity to maintain an open mind in a wonderful drugless method of health care.

By Warren Hammer, MS, DC, DABCO Years ago, I remember hearing about doctors who were in practice for 50 years and saying to myself, "Not me!" Well, I have been in practice that long as of February 2009. After 50 years, I can absolutely state that I never would have wanted to be anything but a doctor of chiropractic. Chiropractic has given me the opportunity to maintain an open mind in a wonderful drugless method of health care. Chiropractic Around the World: WFC Country Reports tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53653 2009-02-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-02-26T12:00:07-07:00

The following reports are reprinted with permission from the World Federation of Chiropractic's latest Quarterly World Report. To view the complete report, visit www.wfc.org.

By Editorial Staff The following reports are reprinted with permission from the World Federation of Chiropractic's latest Quarterly World Report. To view the complete report, visit www.wfc.org. Join National Public Health Week and Build a Healthier America tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53652 2009-02-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-02-26T12:00:07-07:00

I've been involved in creating, hosting and reviewing events for National Public Health Week (NPHW) since 2005. Admittedly, I didn't know a thing about NPHW until becoming coordinator for clinic marketing and community relations at Palmer College of Chiropractic, which is also my alma mater. However, in these times, it becomes more urgent and more logical than ever to become a part of an effort bigger than oneself and provides the opportunity to make positive change.

By Julie Johnson, DC; guest author for Rand Baird, DC, MPH, FICA, FICC I've been involved in creating, hosting and reviewing events for National Public Health Week (NPHW) since 2005. Admittedly, I didn't know a thing about NPHW until becoming coordinator for clinic marketing and community relations at Palmer College of Chiropractic, which is also my alma mater. However, in these times, it becomes more urgent and more logical than ever to become a part of an effort bigger than oneself and provides the opportunity to make positive change. New Codes, New Compliance Date tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53649 2009-02-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-02-26T12:00:07-07:00

On Jan. 15, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a final rule intended to "facilitate the United States' ongoing transition to an electronic health care environment through adoption of a new generation of diagnosis and procedure codes." The rule replaces the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) code sets with ICD-10 code sets and establishes a compliance date of Oct. 1, 2013 - two years later than the original proposed implementation date, which had been criticized by some health care organizations as being too soon to allow for proper preparation.

By Editorial Staff On Jan. 15, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released a final rule intended to "facilitate the United States' ongoing transition to an electronic health care environment through adoption of a new generation of diagnosis and procedure codes." The rule replaces the International Classification of Diseases, 9th Revision, Clinical Modification (ICD-9-CM) code sets with ICD-10 code sets and establishes a compliance date of Oct. 1, 2013 - two years later than the original proposed implementation date, which had been criticized by some health care organizations as being too soon to allow for proper preparation. ACC Focuses on Informed Consent tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53648 2009-02-26T12:00:32-07:00 2009-02-26T12:00:07-07:00

The Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC), representing all accredited U.S. chiropractic educational programs and three international programs, has completed an informed consent guideline for its member institutions. The ACC states that while the guideline is not intended to have the force of law, chiropractic educational programs are encouraged to adopt and teach the recommended protocols to maximize the patient experience.

By Editorial Staff The Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC), representing all accredited U.S. chiropractic educational programs and three international programs, has completed an informed consent guideline for its member institutions. The ACC states that while the guideline is not intended to have the force of law, chiropractic educational programs are encouraged to adopt and teach the recommended protocols to maximize the patient experience. ACA Offering Free Medicare Webinar tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53647 2009-02-12T12:00:32-07:00 2009-02-12T12:00:07-07:00

On Jan. 12, the ACA launched a free educational Webinar designed to help doctors of chiropractic improve their Medicare documentation. Developed by Susan McClelland, BS, CCA, FICC (hc) in partnership with the ACA, the twohour program can be accessed 24/7. "There seems to be a tremendous amount of confusion within the profession regarding Medicare," McClelland said. "This two-hour Webinar should provide a sound basis for clarifi cation of these requirements and provide a good starting point for improving our documentation error rate."

By Editorial Staff On Jan. 12, the ACA launched a free educational Webinar designed to help doctors of chiropractic improve their Medicare documentation. Developed by Susan McClelland, BS, CCA, FICC (hc) in partnership with the ACA, the twohour program can be accessed 24/7. "There seems to be a tremendous amount of confusion within the profession regarding Medicare," McClelland said. "This two-hour Webinar should provide a sound basis for clarifi cation of these requirements and provide a good starting point for improving our documentation error rate." We Get Letters and E-Mail tag:mpamedia.com,2008:post-53646 2009-02-12T12:00:32-07:00 2009-02-12T12:00:07-07:00

The following is in response to "Koren Specific Technique Not Chiropractic?" (Jan. 29 DC). To read our follow-up article, see "Chiropractic Profession in Europe Asks DCs to 'Say No to Koren.'"