SELECTED OCCUPATIONAL HISTORY

Clinic Director, Chiropractic Spine and Injury Center of Greenville, Greenville, Texas, 1991 – Present

Chiropractor, Back and Neck Care Clinic, Mesquite, Texas, 1989 – 1991

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

Certified Medical Examiner, US Department of Transportation, National Registry #5323228646 2014 - Present

Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed in the State of Texas, License #5056, 1989 – Present

Doctorate of Chiropractic, Parker University, Dallas, Texas, 1989

Internship, Parker University Outpatient Clinic, Irving, Texas, 1987 – 1989

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part I, 1987

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part II, 1988

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part III, 1988

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Physiotherapy, 1988

Bachelor of Science in Biology, University Wisconsin – Stevens Point, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, 1978

Undergraduate Studies, Winona State University, Winona, Minnesota, 1973 – 1976

SELECTED POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND DIPLOMATES

Neurodiagnostics, Imaging Protocols and Pathology of the Trauma Patient, An in-depth understanding of the protocols in triaging and reporting the clinical findings of the trauma patient. Maintaining ethical relationships with the medical-legal community. Texas Chiropractic College, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2017

Diagnostics, Risk Factors, Clinical Presentation and Triaging the Trauma Patient, An extensive understanding of the injured with clinically coordinating the history, physical findings and when to integrate neurodiagnostics. An understanding on how to utilize emergency room records in creating an accurate diagnosis and the significance of “risk factors” in spinal injury. Texas Chiropractic College, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2017

Crash Dynamics and Its Relationship to Causality, An extensive understanding of the physics involved in the transference of energy from the bullet car to the target car. This includes G's of force, newtons, gravity, energy, skid marks, crumple zones, spring factors, event data recorder and the graphing of the movement of the vehicle before, during and after the crash. Determining the clinical correlation of forces and bodily injury. Texas Chiropractic College, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2017

MRI, Bone Scan and X-Ray Protocols, Physiology and Indications for the Trauma Patient, MRI interpretation, physiology, history and clinical indications, bone scan interpretation, physiology and clinical indications, x-ray clinical indications for the trauma patient. Texas Chiropractic College, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2017

Neurodiagnostic Testing Protocols, Physiology and Indications for the Trauma Patient, Electromyography (EMG), Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV), Somato Sensory Evoked Potential (SSEP), Visual Evoked Potential (VEP), Brain Stem Auditory Evoked Potential (BAER) and Visual-Electronystagmosgraphy (V-ENG) interpretation, protocols and clinical indications for the trauma patient. Texas Chiropractic College, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2017

Documentation and Reporting for the Trauma Victim, Understanding the necessity for accurate documentation and diagnosis utilizing the ICD-9 and the CPT to accurately describe the injury through diagnosis. Understanding and utilizing state regulations on reimbursement issues pertaining to healthcare. Texas Chiropractic College, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2017

Documenting Clinically Correlated Bodily Injury to Causality, Understanding the necessity for accurate documentation, diagnosis and clinical correlation to the injury when reporting injuries in the medical-legal community. Documenting the kinesiopathology, myopathology, neuropathology, and pathophysiology in both a functional and structural paradigm. Texas Chiropractic College, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2017

Occupational Medicine Testing – DOT and non-DOT occupational testing that is mandated by government (DOT or OSHA): DOT exam, drug testing consortiums, post offer exams, recordable injuries in workplace, alcohol, illegal drugs, commonly abused drugs, heavy metals, audiometry, spirometry, respirator fit testing, DNA paternity tests. Discussion of certifications needed, protocols for testing, chain of custody requirements Manageco, Irving, Texas 2017   

Primary Spine Care Symposium 3 – Interprofessional Spine Care, Clinical analysis of anatomic versus biomechanical spine pain and clinical triage protocols.  Relating current research trends in the Whole Spine Model of patient including normal versus abnormal sagittal curvature in the adolescent and adult spine, pelvic incidence as a parameter for sagittal balance in the human spine and current methods of assessment. Patient centered approach to Evidenced Based Spine care with a focus on diagnosis, prognosis and triage of the spine pain patient, Texas Chiropractic College Post-Doctoral Division, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Melville NY 2017

Primary Spine Care Symposium 3 – Epidemiology of Spine Pain, Review of the current Centers for Disease Control [CDC} data on the frequency of musculoskeletal pain in the United States population with emphasis on pain of spinal origin.  CDC guidelines on opioid medication were discussed and correlated to persistent pain syndromes.  Research was reviewed showing the importance of managing the spine pain patient properly from the entry point of care with a concentration on maintenance of spinal biomechanics, Texas Chiropractic College Post-Doctoral Division, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Melville NY 2017

Primary Spine Care Symposium 3- Connective Tissue and Spinal Disc Pathology,The morphology and pathology of connective tissue, inclusive of spinal disc disorders and prognosticating wound repair with permanency implications. Disc bulge, herniation, protrusion and extrusion classifications based upon contemporary literature and how to age-date disc pathology, Texas Chiropractic College Post-Doctoral Division, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Melville NY 2017

Primary Spine Care Symposium 3- Physiology and Anatomy of Spinal Manual Adjusting,Understanding the role of mechanoreceptors, proprioceptors and nociceptors with facets, ligaments, tendons and muscles in aberrant spinal biomechanics. MRI and imaging studies of decompressing via a chiropractic spinal adjustment of the bio-neuro-mechanical lesion and its effects on the central nervous system both reflexively and supratentorally, Texas Chiropractic College Post-Doctoral Division, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Melville NY 2017

Primary Spine Care Symposium 3- Medical-Legal Documentation,The contemporary documentation required in a medical-legal environment that is evidenced based and meets the standards of the courts and academia. Utilizing the scientific data to support a diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan while meeting the admissibility standards based upon a professional’s credentials. Texas Chiropractic College Post-Doctoral Division, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Melville NY 2017

Neurology 202: Chiropractic considerations of pain on the central nervous system, Parker University (CCED Seminars), online, 2016

Neurology 205: Functional neurology and the frontal lobe, Parker University (CCED Seminars), online, 2016

Ethics 301: Ethics as related to Texas Board of Chiropractic Examiners Rules, Parker University (CCED Seminars), online, 2016

Documentation & Risk Management 301: Texas Board rules related to current documentation & risk management, Parker University (CCED Seminars), online, 2016

Bullet Proof Documentation, SOAP notes: how to address compliance issues when taking daily treatment notes, Parker University (CCED Seminars), online, 2016

ACA Certified Medical Examiner Advanced Course - Updates on spirometry protocols for lung evaluation, drugs requiring medical clearance, obstructive sleep apnea testing criteria, changes in medical condition waiting periods, American Chiropractic Association, Orlando, Florida 2015

Personal Injury Conference, Taking history, performing examination, ordering diagnostics testing and treating injuries related to trauma, Personal Injury Institute, Irving, Texas, 2015

Whiplash Series: Physical Examination Part I, Evaluating and documenting whiplash injuries with physical examination, Texas Chiropractic College, online, 2014

Advanced Imaging of the Cervical Spine, Techniques and interpretation of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computerized tomograms (CT) and x-rays with emphasis on trauma injuries, Texas Chiropractic College, online, 2014

Ethics and Risks Documentation, Texas Chiropractic College, Webinar; 2013, 2014, 2015

ACA Certified Medical Examiner Course, Core coursework required by U.S. Department of Transportation to qualify taking the DOT Certified Medical Examiners test, American Chiropractic Association, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 2012    

TCA Mid-Winter Conference, Medicare Coding and Billing, Ethics, Risks Management, Recordkeeping, Documentation & Coding, Texas Chiropractic Association, Arlington, Texas 2012

Personal Injury Seminar with Ethics, Risk Management and Coding, Personal Injury update on protocols, billing, and treatment.  Texas Chiropractic Association, Dallas, Texas, 2011

Foundational Laboratory Analysis, The study of blood testing related to nutritional and supplements affect on blood tests. Texas Chiropractic College, Dallas, Texas 2010

Ethics, Ricks Management, Documentation and Coding, Texas Chiropractic College, Irving, Texas 2010

Clinical Nutrition From A-Z, Overview of clinical nutrition in a chiropractic office with practical application.  Parker College of Chiropractic, Irving, Texas, 2009

Certification in BAT and DOT Drug Urine Collections, Hartman Drug & Health Management, Shelocta, Pennsylvania, 2009

Certification in KDT Spinal Decompression, Evaluation and treatment protocols for utilizing spinal decompression for the lumbar spine, Texas Chiropractic Association, Grand Prairie, Texas, 2008

Clinical Nutrition for a Chiropractic Office, Practical use of supplements and herbal therapy in a chiropractic office. Standard Process, Grapevine, Texas, 2008

Applied Nutrition for A Chiropractic Practice, Nutritional supplementation protocols for application in a chiropractic office. Texas Chiropractic College, Addison, Texas, 2005

Occupational Health Testing, Protocols, collection of samples, certifications and developing an occupational testing business in a chiropractic office. Texas Chiropractic College, Addison, Texas 2004

Effective Herbal Therapies, Herbal therapies for use in a chiropractic office, Texas Chiropractic College, Dallas, Texas, 2003

Get Paid Seminar, How to properly code and document chiropractic services for optimal reimbursement. Texas Chiropractic Association, Dallas, Texas 2001

Electrodiagnosis: Clinical Aspects of EMG, Physiology related to performing and results from needle electromyograph testing. National University, Corpus Christi, Texas, 2001

Electrodiagnosis: Upper Extremity NCV, Physiology related to performing and results from nerve conduction velocity testing. National University, Corpus Christi, Texas, 2001

Electrodiagnosis: Lower Extremity NCV, physiology related to performing and results from nerve conduction velocity testing.  National University, Corpus Christi, Texas, 2001

Golf Biomechanics for Healthcare Providers, Golf biomechanics for healthcare providers. Body Balance for Performance, Dallas, Texas, 2000

Real Life 101 – A Review of Treating Traumatic Automobile Soft Tissue Injuries, The basics of soft tissue injuries related to motor vehicle accidents. Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas, Texas, 1999

Risk Management. A review of the principles of risk management related to a chiropractic practice.   NCMIC, Dallas, Texas, 1999

Orthopedic Diplomat Symposium – Upper Extremity III, The 3rd upper extremity seminar in a series that led to a diplomat in orthopedics. Parker University, Dallas, Teas, 1999

Practice and Malpractice, Application of malpractice principles to prevent malpractice. Texas Chiropractic College, Dallas, Texas, 1997

Spine Research Institute of San Diego Whiplash Modules I, II, III and IV, Fundamental science of whiplash management, updates on research related to soft tissue injuries, principles of personal injury, forensic documentation, forensic reporting and medicolegal fundamentals. Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, Dallas, Texas, 1997

TBCE Seminar, Texas scope of practice, rules, regulations and laws. Parker University, Dallas, Texas, 1997

An Injury Prevention Program for Industry. Backsafe injury prevention program. Backsafe, Dallas, Texas, 1997

Spinal Disability Rating, How to conduct a spinal disability rating. Parker University, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1996

Clinical Management Trauma, Documentation, management and procedures for treating trauma cases utilizing chiropractic and medical care. Life West Chiropractic College, Dallas, Texas, 1995

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Symposium, Evaluation and treatment of carpal tunnel syndrome. National University, Chicago, Illinois, 1995

Conservative Management of TMJ, Cotreatment of TMJ cases with dentists. Baylor College of Dentistry, Ft. Worth, Texas, 1994

Chiropractic Seminar, Interfacing with M.D.’s and D.O.’s in the management of back pain. Texas Back Institute, Plano, Texas 1993

E/M Coding, Definitions, use, age and application of evaluation and management coding. Texas Chiropractic Association, San Antonio, Texas 1993

Cox Symposium, Instruction and application of the Cox flexion distraction technique. Texas Chiropractic College, Houston, Texas, 1992

Parker College of Chiropractic Fall Relicensing Seminars, Selected courses on techniques, protocols, coding and management. Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas, Texas 1990

TCA New Doctor Seminar, Protocols and procedures for new chiropractors that are beginning practice in Texas. Texas Chiropractic Association, Austin, Texas 1988

Receptor Tonus Technique, Technique and application of soft tissue manipulation and trigger points. Parker College of Chiropractic, Irving, Texas, 1988

SELECTED TEACHING/INSTRUCTING/LECTURING/CONSULTING

Trial testing, DOT Medical Examiner Certification, US Department of Transportation, Dallas, Texas 2010 – 2011

Instructor, Anatomy & Physiology I, Anatomy & Physiology II and Nutrition, Paris Jr. College: Greenville, Campus, Greenville, Texas, 2004 – Present

National Board Onsite Test Examiner, Part IV, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Dallas: Parker University, Texas: Spring 2000, November 2000, May 2001, November 2001, May 2002, November 2002, May 2003, November 2003, May 2004, November 2004, May 2005, November 2005, May 2006, November 2006, May 2007, November 2007, May 2008, November 2008, May 2009, November 2009, May 2010, November 2010, May 2011, November 2011, May 2012, November 2012, May 2013, November 2013, May 2014, November 2014, May 2015, November 2015, May 2016, May 2017, November 2017

SELECTED MEMBERSHIPS

Academy of Chiropractic, member, 2017 – present 

Foundation of Chiropractic Education and Research, Member, 1992 – 2000

Texas Chiropractic Association, Member, 1991 – Present

Dallas County Chiropractic Society, Member, 1991 – 2000

American Chiropractic Association, Member, 1986 – 1990

SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDS

Cum Laude, Parker University, 1988

Community Builder Award, Greenville Mason Lodge, 2012

SELECTED COMMUNITY SERVICE

Greenville YMCA, Guest Speaker on Healthy Habits of Senior Adults, Greenville, Texas, 2006

Greenville YMCA, Board Member, Greenville, Texas, 2004 – 2012

Greenville Noon Rotary, Member, Greenville, Texas, 2003 – 2007

Hunt Co. Foster Parents Association, President, Greenville, Texas 2002 – 2003

Greenville Chamber of Commerce, Board Member of the Executive Board, Greenville, Texas, 2001 – 2004

Greenville AARP Chapter, Guest Speaker on Osteoporosis, Greenville, Texas, 2000

Greenville AARP Chapter, Guest Speaker on Osteoarthritis, Greenville, Texas, 1998

Cotton Patch Bicycle Challenge, Director, Greenville, Texas, 1997 – 2011

Greenville Chamber of Commerce, Panel Participant in Wellness in the Workplace, Greenville, Texas, 1997

Greenville YMCA, Guest Speaker for Biomechanics for the Senior Citizen, Greenville, Texas, 1997

NE Texas Association of Tax Assessors, Guest Speaker on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Greenville, Texas, 1997

Texas Department of Transportation, Adopt A Highway Program, Greenville, Texas, 1996 – 2004

Quinlan ISD, Scoliosis Screening of 6th grade students, Quinlan, Texas, 1992 – 1996

KGVL Radio Station, Guest Host for “Focus on Chiropractic,” Greenville, Texas, 1992

Ridgecrest Baptist Church, Panel Participant in Healthcare Forum for Single Parents, Greenville, Texas, 1992