David Lincoln DC, DACNB, CCEP, IDE, FACFN, FPSC
1408 Townview Lane, Santa Rosa, CA, 95405
Phone: 707-526-2225
Cell: 707-953-5122
Fax: 707-526-5267
drlincolnhfc@gmail.com
http://primaryspineandinjurycenter.com

SELECTED OCCUPATIONAL HISTORY

Clinical Director, Treating Doctor, Primary Spine and Injury Center, Santa Rosa, California, 2022 - Present

Clinical Director, Treating Doctor, Healthy Families Chiropractic, Santa Rosa, California, 2018 - 2022

Clinical Director, Treating Doctor, Advanced Chiropractic Neurology Center, Santa Rosa, California, 2007 - 2018

Doctor of Chiropractic, Independent Contractor, Santa Rosa Chiropractic Neurology Center, Santa Rosa, California, 2000 - 2007

  EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed in the State of CA, #26765, 2000-Present

Doctorate of Chiropractic, Life Chiropractic College West, Hayward, CA 1999

Internship, Life Chiropractic College West, Hayward, California, 1999

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Physiotherapy 1999

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part IV1999

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part III 1999

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part II 1999

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part I 1998

Prerequisites in Chiropractic, Santa Rosa Junior College, Santa Rosa, CA, 1995-1996

Undergraduate Studies in Pre-Med, University of California, Davis, 1993-1995

 

SELECTED CERTIFICATIONS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND DIPLOMATES

Fellowship (Candidate), Spinal Biomechanics and Trauma, State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine, Office of Continuing Education, and Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, 2023

 

Fellowship, Primary Spine Care, State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine, Office of Continuing Education, and Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, 2023

 

Mini-Fellowship in Neuroradiology – MRI Spine, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2023

Mini-Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Radiology – MSK Extremities, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2023

 

Primary Spine Care Qualified, This qualification includes graduate chiropractic education in healthy and traumatically altered spinal morphology inclusive of osseous, connective tissue and neurological structure, function and pathology. This certifies you are qualified in assessing predictive models in spinal biomechanics and devising engineering paradigms for treatment plans to maximize spinal homeostasis in an evidenced based conclusion. In addition, this qualification acknowledges your expertise in triaging the injured and coordinating collaborative care from the trauma through conclusion of rehabilitation, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island NY, 2022

Trauma Qualified, Cleveland University, Kansas City, 2022

Hospital Based Spine Care QualifiedCredentialed in hospital protocols, emergency room protocols, acute and chronic patient triage inclusive of MRI spine interpretation, spinal biomechanical engineering, head trauma, concussion, mild traumatic and traumatic brain injuries. Co-credentialed through the ACCME (Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education), Cleveland University – Kansas City and the Academy of Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2022

MRI Interpretation Review Qualified, Cleveland University, Kansas City, 2022

Evaluation & Management Qualified – Cleveland University, Kansas City, 2022

Fellowship of the American College of Functional Neurology, Cocoa, Florida, 2009

Advanced Certification of Competency:  Whiplash and Brain Injury Traumatology.  Spine Research Institute of San Diego 2008

Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist (Diplomate American Chiropractic Neurology Board):  >300 hours 2000-2004: Embryology & Physiology of the Nervous System, The Proprioceptive & Neuromuscular System, Peripheral Nervous System, Spinal Cord, Cranial Nerves, Autonomic Nervous System, Intracranial and Vascular Disorders, Cerebellum, The Ocular Motor System, The Vestibular System, Lobes of the Brain, The Limbic System, Neurophysiology of the Respiratory/Digestive & Reproductive Systems, Motor System, Sensory System, Neurology of Pain, Headaches & Face Pain, Neurological Examination, Neurorehabilitation.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, Florida 2005

Certification Program for Interactive Metronome. Qualified to plan and conduct Interactive Metronome training 2003

Graduate Certificate of Qualification in the Treatment of ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Behavioral Disorders. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA 2002

X-ray Supervisor and Operator Certification, California Department of Public Health 2001

Industrial Disability Evaluator, Life West Chiropractic College 2001 

Webster’s Technique-Certificate of Proficiency, Chiropractic and Pregnancy. Life West Chiropractic College, San Leandro, CA 2001

Certified Chiropractic Extremities Practitioner-Extremity anatomy and biomechanics. Diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting TMJ, ribs, upper extremities, lower extremities, and gait. Foot orthoses.Counsel on Extremity Adjusting (CEA), Life West Chiropractic College 1999

 

SELECTED POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Objectifying Tissue Injury in the Spine - Detailed discussion of the “gold standard” tests that objectify injury in the human spine. Assessment of muscle, tendon/ligament, intervertebral disc, spinal nerve, and boney injuries was presented and correlated to imaging findings. Physical examination findings examples were correlated for the compliant need for testing orders including but not limited to plain film radiographs, MRI, CT, EMG/NCV and Bone Scan. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – The Science of Chiropractic – what does the research say? – Detailed analysis of the 2022-2023 scientific literature supporting chiropractic management of the spine pain patient. Outline of supporting evidence in the pain management, corrective care and health maintenance phases of care was presented. Peer reviewed medically indexed papers were discussed and correlated to trends in research with emphasis on the RAND Corporation’s Center for Collaborative Research in Complementary and Integrative Health was presented. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Anatomy and Histological Composition of the Healthy Intervertebral Disc – Anatomy of the healthy intervertebral disc and its nerve supply was reviewed. An overview of the histological structure of the intervertebral disc was presented. Discussion of the chemical and histological make-up of the intervertebral disc including vascular, proteoglycan and extracellular matrix composition was outlined and presented. Specific innervation and vascularization patterns and their relation to pain generating injuries was explained. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Anatomy and Histological Composition of the Degenerative Intervertebral Disc – Anatomy of the degenerative intervertebral disc and its nerve supply will be reviewed. An overview of the histological structure of the degenerating intervertebral disc was presented. Discussion of the chemical and histological make-up of the degenerative intervertebral disc including vascular, proteoglycan and extracellular matrix composition will be presented. Key differences between the healthy and degenerative disc will be outlined including neovascularization and the ingrowth of free nerve endings. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Nomenclature of the Intervertebral Disc - Detailed presentation of intervertebral disc nomenclature as outlined by the combined task forces of the North American Spine Society, the American Society of Spine Radiology, and the American Society of Neuroradiology. Specific classification parameters and descriptions of intervertebral disc bulge, protrusion, herniation, extrusion, sequestration, and traumatic disc bulge will be presented and reviewed. Differences in morphological description were presented with sagittal and axial MRI examples. Review of clinical correlation to etiology was discussed. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Anatomy and Histology of Spinal Ligaments –Presentation of the ligamentous structures of the human spine including but not limited to the anterior longitudinal, posterior longitudinal, intertransverse, facet capsular, ligamentum flavum, interspinous and supraspinous ligaments was outlined. Histological presentation will be provided with focus on regional adaptation to ligamentous microscopic structure with details presented on intracellular matrix and cytokine activity following traumatic events. Emphasis was placed on injury thresholds using the stress/strain curve as a guide. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Functional Physiology of the Spinal Ligament and the Chiropractic Subluxation – Biomechanical alterations and their effect on spinal ligaments will be presented including isotropic and anisotropic changes in ligament function. Clinical correlation will be provided based on radiographic findings, traumatic events, and chronic compensatory pain patterns. Emphasis was placed on recent peer-reviewed evidence showing transection of one ligament in the spine has an influence on all others. Correlation to chiropractic care was emphasized. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Spinal Biomechanics –Sagittal Alignment Parameters – Detailed overview of sagittal balance in both a whole spine and regional perspective will be presented. Correlation to segmental changes will be reviewed. Interprofessional communication with primary care and medical specialists will be outlined with focus on kyphotic, lordotic and pelvic parameters. Emphasis was placed on pelvic incidence, pelvic tilt, sacral slope, lumbar lordosis, thoracic kyphosis, T1 angle and cervical lordosis. Discussion of these biomechanical parameters within the corrective phase of chiropractic and communication with the spine surgeon was emphasized. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 - Communicating Chiropractic to the Medical Community - Overview and specific examples of interprofessional communication with the medical community were discussed. Common mistakes relating to speaking with primary care, interventional pain management and spine surgeons will be presented and reviewed. Emphasis will be placed on diagnosis and management of the spine pain patients within the pain management, corrective, and health maintenance phases of chiropractic care. Presentation was supported by examples published in the peer reviewed medically indexed scientific literature. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Communicating Chiropractic to the Legal Community - Presentation on the anatomy of medical-legal reporting and connective tissue diagnosis was provided. Overview of the care paradigm was presented including causal relationship, bodily injury, and persistent functional loss. Objectification of spinal injury and delineation between new and pre-existing conditions was outlined. Specific case reporting and timelines for accurate explanation of bodily injury was detailed. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 - Documentation and Diagnostic Workflows - Modernization of documentation workflows were presented with focus on E/M evaluations and care schedules. Medical necessity and clinical timing were outlined and addressed relating to diagnostic testing and specialist referral. The benefits of a using case findings to reach out to the medical community was addressed and compared to outreach processes. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 - Professional Liability –how to protect yourself - Common pitfalls and risk factors related to professional liability will be reviewed including physical examination and diagnostic duties. Review of professional boundaries will be presented. Proper patient intake, examination and clinical behavior will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on adverse events risk factors such as hypertension and genetic connective tissue disorders including Marfans and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome were outlined.National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

National Spine Management East Conference 2023 – Interprofessional Communication System – make it easy and effective - Overview of professional reporting systems in the modern area including completion of clinical reporting timely, outline of clinical information to include in specialist referral and imaging orders will be presented. Details of interprofessional communication to the primary care physician, spine surgeon and interventional pain management provider was detailed and explained. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2023.

 

Spine Management Grand Rounds Internet Live and recorded Regularly Scheduled Series – Interprofessional Care with the Primary Care Physician – detailed overview of the needs of the primary care physician and the diagnosis and management of mechanical spine pain.  Discussion of peer-reviewed medically indexed research studies supporting chiropractic in the pain management phase of care is presented.  Specific statistics in the reduction of opioid prescription refills particularly in older and injured patients were presented.  Complaint reporting and consistent communication was outlined and reviewed with particularly emphasis on clinical workflows within the practice environment. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards – PACE, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences – 2023 

 

Spine Management Grand Rounds Internet Live and recorded Regularly Scheduled Series –Diagnosis and Management of Seronegative Spondyloarthropathies – review of the clinical diagnosis of seronegative spondyloarthropathy was presented with attention paid to the two most common types, ankylosis spondylitis and psoriatic arthritis. Details regarding a complete physical examination assessing for swelling, redness and reduced range of motion were presented along with focus on enthesitis and spinal mobility. Overview of the HBLA-27 allele and generic risk association was presented. Details associated with radiographic evidence of seronegative spondyloarthropathies were discussed including sacroiliac joint sclerosis and vertebral hyperostosis. Interprofessional management with rheumatology was emphasized. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards – PACE, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences – 2023

 

Spine Management Grand Rounds Internet Live and recorded Regularly Scheduled Series – Pathophysiology of Craniocervical Arterial Dissection -detailed review of the anatomical structure and layers of the arterial wall was presented including the tunica externa, intima, and adventitia.  Discussion of intimal tearing and thrombus formation was provided focused on hypoxic clinical patient presentations.  Diagnostic angiography as the gold standard was presented.  Clinical presentation of craniocervical arterial dissection was reviewed with past medical history such as genitive connective tissue disorders such as fibromuscular dysplasia, Ehlers-Danlos, Marfan, and Loeys-Dietz syndromes.  Delineation between musculoskeletal and vascular manifestations of head/neck pain was presented and outlined with particular attention being given to hypoxic clinical presentations.  National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards – PACE, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences – 2023

 

Spine Management Grand Rounds Internet Live and recorded Regularly Scheduled Series – anatomy & biomechanics of the sacroiliac joint – review of the anatomical structure of the sacroiliac joint was presented including ligamentous and cartilaginous components.  Mechanical movement and restrictions were discussed and correlated to the surrounding anatomy.  Review of causes of the sacroiliac joint as a source of pain was outlined.  Differences in boney structure including cortical bone thickness and muscular overlay were detailed.  Differentiation of different ligaments supporting the sacroiliac joint and the primary restraint of anatomical movement was presented including the posterior, sacrotuberous, sacrospinous, anterior, interosseus and iliolumbar ligaments.    National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards – PACE, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences – 2023

 

Spine Management Grand Rounds Internet Live and recorded Regularly Scheduled Series – Chiropractic Utilization of X-ray in Clinical Practice - review of field doctor response statistics regarding utilization of x-ray in clinical practice was presented.  Guest author was interviewed outlining the basis and rationale for the academic paper reviewed.  Discussion surrounding the use of x-ray for both anatomical contraindications to care (red flags) and assessment of biomechanical parameters was presented.  Literature supporting the conservative co-management of spinal biomechanical abnormalities within the greater healthcare system was emphasized.   Evidence based practice was outlined with particular focus on the utilization of x-ray in the management of the chiropractic patient.  National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards – PACE, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences – 2023

 

Spine Management Grand Rounds Internet Live and recorded Regularly Scheduled Series – Chiropractic Management – Prostate Cancer Mimicking Hip Pain – outline of a patient presenting with hip pain to a chiropractic clinic was presented.  A complete history of non-response to conservative interventions was detailed.  Failure of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication, physiotherapy and acupuncture was discussed.  Further workup including the ordering of plain film radiography and advanced imaging was presented with detailed clinic and scientific rationale. Emphasis was placed on nine other similar cases published in the literature with the patient having no prior history of cancer or boney metastasis prior to evaluation in the chiropractic office.  Review of processes pertaining to patient history taking, physical examination, response to past care and utilization of imaging modalities to arrive at an accurate diagnosis was underscored. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards – PACE, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine, and Biomedical Sciences – 2023

 

Clinical Grand Rounds – Diagnosing Mechanical Spine Pain – review of specific cervical anatomy in the spine pain patient.  Clinical correlation between plain film radiographs and MRI studies was reviewed including radiographic motion studies.  Computerized Mensuration Analysis was outlined and discussed with findings correlating with normative translation and angular motion data.  Review of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment 5th and 6th Editions was presented. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences – 2023.

Clinical Grand Rounds – Pathophysiology of Osteophyte Formation – discussion and presentation of extraspinal and vertebral osteophyte classification.  Review of traction osteophyte formation and its relationship to the vertebral body and degenerative changes was discussed.  Factors influencing osteophyte formation such as Transforming Growth Factor Beta and the relationship to the initiation of osteochondrosis was outlined. Details of segmental osteophyte formation on regional biomechanics were reviewed.  Peer reviewed evidence of the effects of spinal arthrodesis on adjacent segment degeneration, anterior and posterior osteophyte formation was presented. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences – 2023.

Clinical Grand Rounds – Nomenclature and Morphology of Intervertebral Disc Pathology – updated review and demonstration of intervertebral disc nomenclature related to intervertebral disc degeneration, trauma and other pathology.  Specific attention paid to the agreed upon nomenclature between the Combined Task Forces of the North American Spine Society, American Spine Society, American Society of Spine Radiology and American Society of Neuroradiology.  Details were provided in comparison to intervertebral disc herniation and intervertebral disc degeneration.  Radial fissures were reviewed and outlined including circumferential, transverse and radial pathology and its anatomical relation to the intervertebral disc.  National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences – 2023.

Fellow, Primary Spine Care, 2-year program on spinal trauma, spinal management, advanced imaging, electrodiagnostics, accident engineering, spinal biomechanical engineering, triaging the injured, stroke diagnosis, demonstrative documentation, connective tissue pathology, ligament pathology diagnosis and management, and spinal treatment evidence-based outcome studies. The program requires collaboration in advanced imaging for spinal and MSK radiology and being published in case studies. Certified in Joint Providership from the State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine, Office of Continuing Medical Education, Cleveland University Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, and the Academy of Chiropractic, Long Island, New York 2023

 

Mini-Fellowship in Neuroradiology – MRI Spine, Evidence-based studies in Modic Changes, Disc and Referred Pain, MRI and Cervical Musculature, Kinetic MRI Images, Neurological Innervation, MRI and Injury Mechanisms, Discogenic Pain, Annular Tears and Fissures, Asymptomatic Herniations.ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2023

Mini-Fellowship in Neuroradiology – MRI Spine, Identify and oral examination of 60 MRI sequences (over 2500 images) of disc bulges, circumferential, radial, and transverse fissures, varices, and herniations inclusive of the following types: protrusion, extrusions (sequestered and migrated/comminuted extrusions). MRI sequencing for accurate interpretation with contemporary nomenclature and reporting.ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2023

Mini-Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Radiology – MSK Extremities,Identifying arthritis, advanced cartilage pathology, rotator cuff tears, labral tears, tendon injuries and degeneration, meniscal tears, ligamentous injuries, common fractures, sports related injury patterns, and plantar fasciitis in both upper and lower extremities.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, PACE Approved for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University, Kansas City, 2023

Mini-Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Radiology – MSK Extremities – Clinical Research,Contemporary literature based evidencewith rheumatoid, osteo, spondylar, gouty, and Psoriatic arthritides, advanced cartilage pathology, rotator cuff tears, labral tears, tendon injuries and degeneration, meniscal tears, ligamentous injuries, common fractures, sports related injury patterns, and plantar fasciitis in both upper and lower extremities. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, PACE Approved for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University, Kansas City, 2023

Shallow Breathing –  In the Office –  Common respiratory diseases, different causes for shallow breathing, relationship between posture and breathing pattern, common spinal complaints, anatomy and physiology of the respiratory muscles, re-educating patient's breathing pattern and improve overall wellness, breathing exercises. Back to Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA, 2023

MRI Interpretation Review Qualified, Recognized by Cleveland University-Kansas City, Chiropractic and Health Sciences with courses recognized by the ACCGME in conjunction with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Qualification language approved by the American Chiropractic College of Radiology (ACCR) and the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (ACBR), 2022

2023 Demonstrative Documentation Requirements,Analyzing the requirements in anatomical diagnostic imagery to communicate spinal pathology. Integrating technology, clinical findings, and advanced graphic tools to communicate a diagnostic conclusion.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MRI Spine Advanced Clinical Case Grand Rounds,Clinical case review of MRI including intra and extra-dural findings inclusive of the disc and vascular anatomical lesions. Differentially diagnosing central cord lesions, and spinal cord vascular lesions in both acute trauma and degenerative presentations. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Non-Specific Spine Pain, Chiropractic and Outcomes,Analyzing neuro-biomechanical pathological lesions defines primary spinal lesions and removes the dogma of non-specific back pain. Creating evidence-based demonstrative documentation in the creation of treatment plans.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Tumor MRI Interpretation, Diagnosing and documenting:Ependymoma, Astrocytoma, Hemangioblastoma, Lipoma, Meningioma, Neurofibroma, Schwannoma, Myxopapillary Ependymoma. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Demonstrative Narrative and Evaluation and Management Report Writing, Clinical record-keeping, why write clinical notes, the importance of context, what to include in a clinical note, tips for better clinical documentation, basic legal considerations,  open clinical notes, how to keep documentation efficient. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Age-Dating Ligament/Connective Tissue Physiology and Pathology, Utilizing pain patterns, the high signal in the annulus, high signal outside the annulus, Modic changes, disc height, vacuum disc, sclerosis, Phirrman rating, facet edema, and previous MRIs to determine the chronicity of pathology.,Master-Class in ligaments; anatomy, physiology, vascularization, neurological innervation, tissue repair, and how they all relate to clinical practice.  Ligament pathology correlating to the mechanisms of patho-neuro-biomechanical lesions (vertebral subluxation complex). Also, how ligaments play a critical role in the chiropractic spinal adjustment and in defining the chiropractic spinal adjustment mechanisms. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Clinical Grand Rounds in Biomechanics, Digitizing, and Advanced Imaging:Case reviews concluding and accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan utilizing evidence-based instrumentation and algorithms.Using demonstrative reporting of case findings to collaborate with co-treating physicians.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Documentation:A documentation discussion on meeting the requirements of the courts, carriers, and licensure boards in complete and accurate reporting. Ensuring the diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan are demonstratively documented.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Clinical Approaches to TMD, Prevalence and etiology of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), Anatomy of the TMJ and surrounding facial structures, Common causes of temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD) seen within the chiropractic practice, Various types of pain referral sources to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), TMJ synovitis and capsulitis, Anterior disc displacements with and without reduction, Atandard imaging processes ordered for specific TMJ conditions, Common pathologies associated with TMD and their common care management strategies, Physical Examination – Evaluate the TMJ using physical examination procedures such as inspection, AROM, PROM, palpation, etc., Specific myofascial techniques for the muscles of mastication, Conservative management options for temporomandibular disorders, Treatment plans for temporomandibular dysfunction, Co-management care of a dental professional with patients presenting temporomandibular joint dysfunction, Conditions that require immediate referral of care services with regards to TMD, Gait and its relationship to TMD – Explain how ambulation difficulties can potentially create issues throughout the kinetic chain. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, FL 2022

Mastery of Peripheral Neuropathy, Common Mechanism in all forms of PN, Analysis of the patient symptoms, Patterns of PN, Common causes of a Peripheral Neuropathy and how to treat them, Nerve Fiber types and why they matter, Positive and Negative Signs of PN, Patterns of Sensory and Motor Loss, Microglia in the Spinal Cord, Mechanisms of Neuropathic pain, The Neuropathic Pain Triad, Type 2 Diabetic Neuropathy, Autonomic Neuropathy, Nutritional deficiencies, Neuropathies in Systemic disease, Hereditary Neuropathy, Chemotherapy Induced Neuropathy, Autoimmunity in Peripheral Neuropathy, The role of gluten and Celiac Disease, Compression syndromes, Statins and neuropathy, Mitochondria and Oxidation, Lab Assessment of PN, Blood chemistry relevant to PN, Physical and Neurological Examination for Peripheral Neuropathy, Treatment Principles, Diet, Stress Reduction, Exercise, Specific Therapies to Use for PN, Effective clinically proven protocols for each category of Peripheral Neuropathy, How to Assess for Longitudinal Level of the Lesion, Examination Diagnosis and Management of Dysautonomia, Assessment of Lobes of the Brain- Parietal, Frontal, Temporal, Occipital, Neuro-sensory examination techniques, Cerebellar and Vestibular testing and rehabilitation, Eye movement analysis and rehabilitation strategies. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, FL 2022

Pathobiomechanics and Documentation, CPT Coding Guidelines for Initial and Established Patients with particular attention paid to Patient History, Review of Systems, Social and Family History, Physical Examination, and Medical Decision making.  Specific differences in coding levels and required elements for a 99202-99203-99204-99205. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Using Documentation and Ethical Relationships, Pathways to improve coordination of care, and interprofessional communication with collaborating physicians.  Maintaining ethical relationships in the medical-legal community through documentation and communication of demonstrable diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering Clinical Application, History of clinical biomechanics with an emphasis on the diagnosis and management of spine pain of mechanical/functional origin.  Evidence-based symptomatic vs. asymptomatic parameters using peer-reviewed medical index literature. Computerized mensuration analysis of spinal biomechanical pathology. Comparison of demonstrable spinal biomechanical failure on imaging to clinical evaluation and physical examination. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering Clinical Grand Rounds, Case reviews utilizing E/M, MRI, and x-ray mensuration report to conclude an accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. Common diagnosis requiring interprofessional collaboration with a discussion of diagnostic dilemmas and proper communication methods. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation-Report Writing, Report writing in a medical-legal case inclusive of causality, bodily injury, persistent functional loss and restrictive sequela from trauma. Demonstratively documenting bodily injury utilizing models, graphs and patient image of x-ray and advanced imaging. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Demonstrative Documentation, Demonstratively reporting spinal biomechanical failure and spinal compensation. How in a medical-legal environment to ethically report pre-existing injuries vs causally related current injuries and what is permissible in a legal proceeding. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Reporting Direct Opinions, Causality, bodily injury and persistent functional losses documented and reported in a medical-legal environment as your direct opinion. Avoiding hearsay issues to ensure ethical relationships. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Initial, Final and Collaborative Reporting, Preparing demonstrative documentation in a medical-legal case ensuring that you are familiar with all other treating doctor’s reports. Correlating your initial and evaluation and management (E&M) report and your follow-up E&M reports with the narrative upon maximum medical improvement documenting continuum of care.  Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Qualifications and Preparation of Documentation, How to prepare your documentation for courtroom testimony and ensuring your qualifications are documented properly on an admissible, professional curriculum vitae. How to include indexed peer-reviewed literature in medical-legal documentation, Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Reporting Patient History and Credentials, Preparing patient history in a medical-legal case based upon your initial intake forms and understanding the work, social, academic, household and social activities of your patient. Understanding and explaining your doctoral and post-doctoral credentials in the courtroom.  Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Reporting Chiropractic Care and Injured Anatomy, Preparing demonstrative documentation in a medical-legal case to report the bodily injuries of your patients, inclusive of loss of function and permanent tissue pathology.  Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Reporting Temporary vs. Permanent Issues, Preparing documentation in a medical-legal case ensuring that you can communicate permanent vs. temporary functional losses and permanent vs. temporary tissue pathology. How to maintain and explain ethical relationships in medical-legal cases, Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Reporting Bodily Injury, How to report bodily injury and functional losses as supported by your credentials in a medical-legal case. Clinically correlating causality and permanent tissue pathology as sequela to trauma, Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Forensic Documentation- Record Review and Documentation Reporting, How to report records of collaborative treating doctors and communicating your scope of practice in the management of your case. How to ethically report your role as a doctor in medical-legal cases, Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Documentation, Demonstrative and Compliance,Elements of Evaluation and Management codes 99202-99203-99204-99205, inclusive of complexity of management and time components. Demonstrative documentation of spinal-related pain generators; spinal cord, thecal sac, myelomalacia, spinal nerve root insult, connective tissue, recurrent meningeal nerves.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Chiropractic-Legal Ethics,The academic and court standards for documenting an Evaluation and Management encounter with the utilization of accurate CPT Coding. Accurately documenting your credentials based upon earned credentials.  Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Chiropractic-Legal Ethics,The clinical standard for ordering diagnostic tests as indicated. This includes advanced testing as MRI, CAT Scans and electrodiagnostics as electromyogram, nerve conduction studies, vestibulo-electronystagmography and somatosensory evoked potentials. The failure to order indicated testing and how it creates a public health risk and will negatively reflect on your license and reputation.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Chiropractic-Legal Ethics,Documenting and communicating your credentials in a manner consistent with licensure boards and the courts. Communicating sub-specialties as awarded through formal academic accomplishments and utilizing that level of education to better understand and explain pathology.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Chiropractic-Legal Ethics,Understanding ethical relationships about anti-kickback laws, fee-splitting andappropriate hiring practices in the clinical arena. How to use your initial patient documentation to conclude a case and ensure you are within the ethical boundaries.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Diagnosing and Case Management,The requirements for diagnosing based upon in an initial evaluation and management encounter ranging from a 99202 – 99205 that includes comorbidities, non-musculoskeletal, and sequellae to injury diagnosis.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Diagnosing and Case Management,The requirements for diagnosing imaging inclusive of static x-rays, biomechanical x-rays, and MRI. Documenting the clinical findings of disc bulge, herniation, protrusion, extrusion, and fragmentation. Coding, diagnosing, and documenting individual treatment encounters in the clinical setting. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

2022 Trends in Spinal Healthcare,Analyzing evidenced-based spinal healthcare trends in both utilization and necessity and understanding the marketplace.  The use of evidenced-based demonstrative documentation in reporting treatment pathways in triaging spinal pathobiomechanics. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MRI Spine Clinical Case Grand Rounds,Clinical case review of MRI’s including sagittal, axial, T1, T2, STIR, and proton density sequences. Identified will be the vertebrate, spinal cord, discs, nerve roots, thecal sac, posterior longitudinal ligament, epidural veins, and fat saturation pulses. Pathology will include bulges, herniations, protrusions, extrusions, myelomalacia, cord edema, and Schmorl’s nodes. Learn how to collaborate effectively with radiologists, neuroradiologists, and neurosurgeons on the clinical findings. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Chiropractic vs. Physical Therapy vs. Medical Case Management and Outcomes,Analysing evidence-based outcomes in triaging non-anatomical lesions. The analysis of neuro-biomechanical pathological lesions defines primary spinal lesions and removes the dogma of non-specific back pain. Managing collaborative relationships with medical primary providers and specialists in clinical practice.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MSK Extremity Radiological Interpretation, Utilizing both MRI and x-ray in identifying via x-ray and advanced imaging extremity instabilities from ligamentous, osseous or neoplastic derangement. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Demonstrative Narrative and Evaluation and Management Report Writing,Effectively creating demonstrative medical-legal documentation and meeting the needs of the courts, and making your "4-Corner" (narrative) report to build your reputation as an evidence-based provider. The step-by-step minutiae of building a report, accomplishing report writing timely and effectively by understanding the regulatory and administrative rules. Learn how to educate the lawyer on bodily injury through evidence-based demonstrative reporting. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Ligament/Connective Tissue Physiology and Pathology,Master-Class in ligaments; anatomy, physiology, vascularization, neurological innervation, tissue repair and how they all relate to clinical practice.  Ligament pathology correlating to the mechanisms of patho-neuro-biomechanical lesions (vertebral subluxation complex). Also, how ligaments play a critical role in the chiropractic spinal adjustment and in defining the chiropractic spinal adjustment mechanisms.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Stroke Evaluation and Risk Factors in the Chiropractic Practice,Diagnosing, triaging, and documenting headaches, migraines, and vascular incidents (stroke) in the primary provider's office. Imaging protocols based upon history and clinical presentation will be presented, along with analyzing imaging findings in determining the etiology. There will be an extensive question and answer session following the instructional presentation. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Age-Dating Herniated Discs and Trauma,Age dating herniated discs and trauma is a critical skill for an expert in spine. It combines the clinical skills of interpreting X-ray, MRI, and other imaging modalities with a clinician's understanding of joint pathology. This level of expertise is critical when collaborated with other physicians or working in the medical-legal environment as an expert. Age dating pathology is also central to creating a prognosis on your patient's recovery and must be evidence-based in rationale. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Clinical Grand Rounds in Spinal Biomechanics,Case reviews utilizing E/M, MRI, and x-ray mensuration report to conclude an accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. Common diagnosis requiring interprofessional collaboration with a discussion of diagnostic dilemmas and proper communication methods. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Neurosurgical Grand Rounds, A clinical discussion of collaborating with neurosurgeons on spinal cord and spinal nerve root co-morbidities. Triaging cases with herniated, protruded, extruded, fragments discs and differentially diagnosing tethered cord, syringomyelia, traumatic Schmorl’s Nodes, Myelomalcia, spinal cord edema, vacuum disc and other intra, and extra-dural lesions. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Case Management of Mechanical Spine Pathology, Clinical Grand Rounds of herniated, protruded, extruded, sequestered, and bulging discs. Differentially diagnosing vascular vs. mechanical spinal lesions and the necessity for urgent vascular, neurological intervention, Collaborating in a team environment utilizing a neuroradiologist, electrophysiologist, and neurosurgeon with the chiropractor as the primary spine care provider. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MRI Spine Interpretation, An evidence-based understanding of time-related etiology of disc pathology considering the American Society of Neuroradiology's designation of protrusion, extrusion, and sequestration of spinal discs, Considering the signal intensity of discs in age-dating pathology and acquisition protocols for advanced spinal imaging. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanics; A Literature Perspective, An evidenced-based model for spinal biomechanical engineering and pathobiomechanics considering the pathophysiological limits in translations, angular deviation, and rotational planes. Utilizing the Cartesian system in plotting vertebral points to demonstratively conclude an accurate diagnosis, prognosis and biomechanical treatment plan with the consideration of long-term care in the non-specific mechanical spine pain patient when necessary. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Documentation and Legal Testimony, Report writing for legal cases, the 4 corners of a narrative and documenting damages with understanding defense medical documentation and consistent reporting of bodily injuries. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Documentation and Legal Testimony, Part 2, Understanding report writing and the types of medical reports required for court inclusive of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans with requirements of reporting causality and permanency. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Documentation and Direct Testimony, Organizing your documentation and understanindg all collaborative documentation and how it fits into your diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan, Understanding the nuances of the functional losses of your patients related to their bodily injuries. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Documentation and Direct Testimony Part 2, Utilizing demonstrative documentation in direct examination and communicating the results of your care concurrently with the written documentation and reporting an accurate diagnosis for all images. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Documentation and Direct Testimony Part 3, The evaluation, interpretation and reporting of collaborative medical specialists results and concluding an accurate diagnosis inclusive of all findings and reviewing all images to ensure an accurate diagnosis. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Documentation and Direct Testimony Part 4, Determining and documenting disabilities and impairments inclusive of loss of enjoyment of life and duties under duress and the evaluation and validation of pain and suffering. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Documentation and Cross Examination Testimony, Reporting your documentation factually and staying within the 4 corners of your medical report and scope of practice inclusive of understanding how your credentials allow you to report your documentation. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, A Documentation Relationship Between the Doctor and Lawyer, The level of organization required in a medical-legal case that accurately reflects the bodily injuries of your patients and the time constraints in rendering an accurate report. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Report Writing and Preparing for a Legal Case, Reviewing the facts of the case inclusive of your documentation, the defense medical examiner, medical specialists and the attorney to ensure accurate and consistent reporting. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal Ethical Relationships, Report Writing and Preparing for a Legal Case, Creating demonstrative evidence, visuals of your patient's bodily injuries inclusive of x-rays, MRI's, CAT Scans and electrodiagnostic findings, the spinal biomechanics of herniated disc with ipsilateral findings and contralateral symptomatology. Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2022

Evaluation and Management,An overview of the evaluation and management process inclusive of utilizing electronic medical records to conclude evidenced-based conclusions with the utilization of macros. The importance of adhering to an academic standard and considering co-morbidities. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Evaluation and Management, Concluding a chief complaint, history and what needs to be considered in a physical examination.This covers in dept the required elements for chief complain, history of present illness, review of systems, and past, family, and/or social history. This module also covers the following components of a physical examination: observation, palpation, percussion, and auscultation. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Evaluation and Management, Coding and Spinal Examination:Detailing 99202-99205 and 99212-99215 inclusive of required elements for compliant billing. It reviews the elements for an extensive review of systems, cervical and lumbar anatomy and basic testing. The course also covers the basics of vertebra-basilar circulation orthopedic assessment. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Evaluation and Management, Neurological Evaluation:Reviewing complete motor and sensory evaluation inclusive of reflex arcs with an explanation of Wexler Scales in both the upper and lower extremities. The course breaks down testing for upper and lower motor neuron lesions along with upper and lower extremity motor and sensory testing examinations.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Evaluation and Management, Documenting Visit Encounters:Forensically detailing the S.O.A.P. note process for visit encounters and discussing the necessity for clinically correlating symptoms, clinical findings and diagnosis with the area(s) treated. It also details how to modify treatment plans, diagnosis, document collaborative care and introduce test findings between evaluations.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Evaluation and Management, Case Management and Treatment Orders:This module discusses how to document a clinically determined treatment plan inclusive of both manual and adjunctive therapies. It discusses how to document both short-term and long-term goals as well as referring out for collaborative care and/or diagnostic testing.  It also includes how to prognose your patient and determine when MMI (Maximum Medical Improvement) has been attained.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Utilization of Research in the Clinical setting, Utilizing peer reviewed scientific literature in creating a diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plan for the chronic and acute patient. How to implement and stay current on techniques and technology in healthcare. Cleveland University – Kansas City,Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Medical-Legal-Insurance Documentation, Accurate and compliant documentation of history and clinical findings inclusive of functional losses, loss of activities of daily living, duties under duress and permanent loss of enjoyment of life. Prognosing static vs. stable care, gaps in care both in the onset and in the middle of passive care with a focus on detailed diagnosing. The integration of chiropractic academia, the court system and the insurance reimburser’s requirements for complete documentation. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Chiropractic as the First Option for Spine, A Literature-Based Standard,Utilizing clinical findings in conjunction with advanced imaging and electrodiagnostic findings in managing collaborative relationships with medical specialists. Applying a literature standard to care to ensure conservative care as the first option.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Chiropractic as the First Option for Spine, A Literature-Based Standard, Managing spinal related cases based upon MRI findings of herniations, bulges, protrusion, extrusions (comminuted and fragmented) utilizing thin-sliced acquisition protocols. When to consider ordering T1, T2, Short Tau Inversion Radiant, proton density and Dixon sequencing for spinal related pathology.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Chiropractic as the First Option for Spine, A Literature-Based Standard,Creating literature-based documentation inclusive of history and a clinical examination that encompasses causality, diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans. Ensuring the whole person impairment ratings are consistent with contemporary literature. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Chiropractic as the First Option for Spine, A Literature-Based Standard,Spinal biomechanical engineering models related to pathobiomechanics and literature-based standards in creating an accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. Determining impairment ratings based upon alteration of motion segment integrity utilizing motion-imaging, and creating demonstrable evidence for continued treatment plans. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Documentation in Medical Collaborative Cases, Concluding an E&M report in cases involving medical primary care providers of medical specialists that have complicated case histories, significant risk factors, and inconclusive findings. Triage and management of complicated cases requiring the clinical evaluation, advanced imaging and electrodiagnostics. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MRI Spine Interpretation and Protocols, Contemporary acquisition protocols including slice thicknesses and sequences inclusive of the ordering process. Interpretation of axial, sagittal and coronal views in T1, T2 and stir views inclusive of the disc, spinal cord, extra-dural and intra-dural pathology. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Ethics and Medical Collaboration, Having referral relationships with emergency rooms, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, pain management specialists, neurologists, neuroradiologist and medical primary care providers based upon clinical dilemmas that processed after a thorough history, examination and imaging if clinically indicated to conclude diagnostic dilemmas. Utilizing evidence-based protocols and acquisition of images and treatment pathways, collaborating with medical specialists and primaries to conclude and accurate treatment plan. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Documentation in a Medical – Legal and Insurances, Constructing and concluding an E&M (99202-99205) report that accurately reflects the history, clinical findings and management of trauma cases that concurrently meets the needs of both the carriers in the courts and ethical relationship that concurrently matches the standards of both contemporary academia requirements and a contemporary literature-based standard. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Evidenced Based Care in a Collaborative Setting; Primary Spine Care 5, A literature based model for collaborating with hospitals, medical primary care providers and specialists. Reviewing the documentation requirements to communicate the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans with medical entities and having the evidence as a basis for those recommendations. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

Current Literature Standards of MRI Spine Interpretation; Primary Spine Care 5, MRI Spine Interpretation of the spine. How to triage a trauma and non-trauma with advanced imaging and document the necessity. We will also cover the basics of MRI Spine Interpretation inclusive of all types of herniations, bulges, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022 

Spine Brain Connection in Pain Pathways; Primary Spine Care 5, MRI Spine The spine-brain connection in managing chronic pain patients. Understanding how chronic pain negatively effects brain morphology and potential pathology as sequella. The role of chiropractic in preventing the loss of gray matter and the most recent evidence as outlined in indexed peer reviewed literature over the last 10 years verifying chiropractic’s role. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

Bio-Neuro-Mechanical Mechanism of the Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment; Primary Spine Care 5, The biological, neurological and mechanical mechanisms and pathways from the thrust to the dorsal horn and brain connection and how the brain processes the chiropractic spinal adjustment based upon the literature. Care paths of chiropractic and physical therapy from an outcome basis, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division.  Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

Connective Tissue Spinal Disc Permanent Pathology, Primary Spine Care,Herniated, bulged, protruded and extruded discs, etiology and morphology. Age-dating disc pathology inclusive of Modic changes, piezoelectric effect, Wolff’s Law and radicular clinical presentation.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY 2022

Connective Tissue Pathology and Research, Primary Spine Care,Utilization in spinal models considering the opioid abuse and various spinal models in contemporary health care. Care paths for mechanical spine pain and the evidence for conservative chiropractic care.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY 2022

Bio-Neuro-Mechanical Lesions and Spine Care, Primary Spine Care,Mechanoreceptor, proprioceptor, nociceptor innervation and control of the spinal system with central nervous system action and interaction. The integration of the pain processing network and the HPA Axis (hypothalamus, adrenal and pituitary) with the chiropractic spinal adjustment.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY 2022

Ethics, Documentation and Research, Primary Spine Care,Maintaining ethical Interprofessional relationships based upon an evidenced based practice inclusive of triage, diagnostics and reporting. Creating thorough documentation that reflects your complete findings encompassing descriptive ICD-10 codes and concludes the presence or absence of pathology.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY 2022

Primary Spine Care 2: Spinal Trauma Pathology,Morphology of healthy and traumatized connective tissue and the permanency implication of adhesions, spinal disc morphology in the healthy and pathological patient as sequella to trauma in relationship to bulges, herniations, protrusions, extrusions and sequestrations. Aberrant spinal biomechanics and negative sequella to trauma.Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Setauket, NY, 2022

Primary Spine Care 2: Utilizing Research in Trauma,The ability of your electronic health records to convey tissue pathology while documenting case studies, field experiments, randomized trials and systematic literature reviews, Introducing evidence based macros in documentation to support the literature and necessity of care.Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Setauket, NY, 2022

Primary Spine Care 2: Chiropractic Evidence,Analyzing segmental pathology, adjusting vs. mobilization with cervicogenic headaches, Opioid alternatives and case management of mechanical spine pain based upon outcome studies.Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Setauket, NY, 2022

Primary Spine Care 2: Chiropractic Spinal Adjustment Central Nervous System Processing,Literature reviews of mechanoreceptor, proprioceptor and nociceptor stimulation of later horn gray matter with periaqueductal stimulation affecting the thalamus and cortical regions with efferent distribution in disparate regions of the body in both pain and systemic stimulation.Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Setauket, NY, 2022

Primary Spine Care - Credentials and Knowledge Base, The credentials and knowledge based from an academia perspective when cooperatively treating in a collaborative environment inclusive of understanding pathology and mechanical spine issues.Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Primary Spine Care - Spinal Biomechanical Engineering and MRI Spine Interpretation, Integrating Spinal Biomechanical Engineering and MRI Spine Interpretation into a primary spine care model, inclusive of necessity and acquisition protocols. A comprehensive review the latest evidence in documenting mechanical issues.  Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Primary Spine Care - Hospital Administration, Triage, Clinical Requirements and Collaborative Relationships with Medical Specialists, Understanding hospital and medical specialis's care paths for mechanical spine pathology and integrating the doctor of chiropractic in the hospital and allopathic treatment protocols.  Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

Primary Spine Care - Contemporary Spine Research and Documentation,Central nervous system connection and the thalamus, hypothalamus connection in both ascending and descending central pathways with neuro-endocrine implications that have the mechanisms to be a component of Schizophrenia, Dementia and Alzheimer's with a linear relationship to the chiropractic spinal adjustment and chronic pain.  Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Case Management, Spinal MRI and Documentation Documenting Herniated Discs, Age-Dating Disc Pathology, and Connective Tissue Pathology as Sequella to Trauma, Herniated Discs and Connective Tissue Pathology, differentially diagnosing herniated discs vs. normal and bulging discs and protruded, extruded and fragmented discs. Normal vs. Pathological connective tissues and age-dating herniated discs.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

Case Management, Spinal MRI and Documentation, Case Management of Traumatic Spinal Injuries,Understanding flexion-extension cervical injures and diagnosing connective tissue pathology. Determining impairments and the literature-based standard for permanent injuries. Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

Case Management, Spinal MRI and Documentation, Managing Herniated and Bulging Discs, Serious Injury in Non-Herniated Cases from Trauma, Spinal disc morphology, and innervation. Herniated, bulged, protruded, and sequestered disc characteristics and management. Literature-based documentation requirements for non-disc spinal injuries.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

Case Management, Spinal MRI and Documentation, Herniated Discs and Permanent Brain Malfunction & Biomechanical Failure,A case-study of a post-traumatic herniated disc and related brain malfunction supported by contemporary literature, MRI acquisition, and necessity protocols.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

Case Management, Spinal MRI and Documentation, Demonstrative Documentation of Disc Herniation and MRI Physics,Understanding the documentation requirements to demonstratively show spinal disc lesions in reporting pathology. Understanding the physics of a nucleus resonating in T1 and T2 weighted imagery.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

Case Management, Spinal MRI and Documentation, Post-Traumatic Herniated Discs, Related Migraines-Headaches & Strain/Sprain Permanencies,Relationship of headaches, and migraines to cervical spine disc herniation, clinical rationale for ordering MRI’s and the relationship of ligamentous pathology to spinal trauma.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

Case Management, Spinal MRI and Documentation, Documentation of Low-Speed Crashes in Determining Etiology of Serious Bodily Injuries,Documentation requirements during the evaluation, and management encounter to understand the etiology of spinal injuries. Having a complete understanding the forces involved to conclude a differential diagnosis, while concurrent ruling malingerers, if applicable.Cleveland University Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Shoulder,Identifying normal anatomy on both MRI and x-ray, inclusive of osseous, connective tissue, and neurological structures. Identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic etiologies of osseous derangement.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Shoulder,Identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic changes vs. benign and metastatic Tumors.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Elbow,Identifying normal anatomy on both MRI and x-ray, inclusive of osseous, connective tissue, and neurological structures, identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic etiologies of osseous derangement. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic changes vs. benign and metastatic Tumors.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Wrist,Identifying normal anatomy on both MRI and x-ray, inclusive of osseous, connective tissue, and neurological structures, identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic etiologies of osseous derangement. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic changes vs. benign and metastatic Tumors.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Hand,Identifying normal anatomy on both MRI and x-ray, inclusive of osseous, connective tissue, and neurological structures, identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic etiologies of osseous derangement. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic changes vs. benign and metastatic Tumors.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Hip,Identifying normal anatomy on both MRI and x-ray, inclusive of osseous, connective tissue, and neurological structures. Identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic etiologies of osseous derangement.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Hip, Identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic changes vs. benign and metastatic Tumors.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Knee, Identifying normal anatomy on both MRI and x-ray, inclusive of osseous, connective tissue, and neurological structures. Identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic etiologies of osseous derangement.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Knee,Identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic changes vs. benign and metastatic Tumors.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Extremity MRI & Xray Interpretation of the Foot,Identifying normal anatomy on both MRI and x-ray, inclusive of osseous, connective tissue, and neurological structures, identifying fractures in the adult and pediatric cases. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic etiologies of osseous derangement. Differentially diagnosing various arthritic changes vs. benign and metastatic Tumors.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Interpretation sequencing of STIR, T1, T2, Axial and Sagittal acquisitions. Landmarks, physics, and literature-based definitions of disc and osseous pathology,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting cervical and lumbar anatomy vs. pathology.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY,2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting lumbar spine sequencing, disc herniations, neural canals, cauda equina, conus medullaris, nerve sleeves, canal stenosis grading, and vertebral width vs. height in determining segmental remodeling. Diagnosing thecal sac abutment, central canal root compression and ligamentum flava involvement.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Case study visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting cervical spine sequencing, disc herniations, neural canals, cauda equina, conus medullaris, and vertebral width vs. height in determining segmental remodeling. Identifying the Pons, Occipital junction, and spinal cord to identify Chiari 1 malformations.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting lumbar spine sequencing, disc extrusion type herniations, neural canals, cauda equina, conus medullaris, spondylolisthesis, degenerative spondylolisthesis, disc degeneration, neural canal and central root compressions, central canal stenosis. Varices vs. herniations, and multiple level disc pathology with biomechanical failures.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing,diagnosing, and documenting cervical spine sequencing, disc extrusion type herniations, neural canals, disc degeneration, thecal sac compression, central canal stenosis, cord displacement, reversal of cervical curve, Chiari 1 malformation. Identifying spinal biomechanical failure in MRI sequencing, with visualizing ligamentous pathology as cause for failure. Differentially diagnosing recent vs. older trauma based upon edematous signal in T1, T2, and STIR images.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting cervical spine sequencing, multiple disc extrusion type herniations, vertebral remodeling, intradural tumor displacing the spinal cord visualized in T1, T2, and STIR sequences, neural canal stenosis, disc degeneration, thecal sac compression, central canal stenosis, cord displacement, reversal of cervical curve, Chiari 1 malformation, and identifying of inferior brain structures. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting 1) improper sequence acquisitions invalidating interpretation 2) incomplete study invalidating interpretation 3) visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting  lumbar spine sequencing, multiple disc extrusion type herniations, vertebral remodeling, multiple thecal sac compressions, neural canal stenosis, disc osteophyte/ridging complex, central canal stenosis, spondylolisthesis. Identifying the spleen, liver, kidneys, inferior vena cava, and psoas musculature on imaging.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting cervical spine sequencing, cervical spondylosis, pathological spinal biomechanics, reversal of lordotic curve, and vertebral width vs. height in determining segmental remodeling, central herniation, thecal sac compression of the cord, identifying tongue, epiglottis, hyoid cartilage, pharynx, thyroid. Reviewing fat saturation sequences for osseous metastatic tumors and advanced degeneration.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting lumbar spine sequencing, degenerative disc disease, nerve root sleeve abutment, far lateral herniations vs. bulges, normal vs. dissected inferior vena cava aneurism, epidural fat as a space occupying lesion, facet arthropathy and edema, hypertrophy of ligamentum flava, and pseudo disc at the S1-S2 level.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2022

 

MRI Spine Clinical Grand Rounds,Visualizing, diagnosing, and documenting cervical spine sequencing utilizing T1 weighted images for pathology, inclusive of advanced degeneration and tumor detection. STIR in a fat saturated image for ligamentous pathology inclusive of the posterior longitudinal, ligamentous flava and interspinal ligaments. Normal clivus and odontoid for cerebellar tonsil location. Cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) flow and the utilization of the spinal cord’s central canal for CSF transport. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Accreditation Council for Continued Medical Education in conjunction with The State University of New York at Buffalo, Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Cleveland University - Kansas City, Long Island, NY,2022

Interprofessional Hospital Based Spine Care, Trends in hospital and emergent care in the healthcare delivery system inclusive of policies, hospital staffing and current care paths for mechanical spine issues.  Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Anatomy and Physiology of Electrodiagnostics: An in-depth review of basic neuro-anatomy and physiology dermatomes and myotomes to both the upper and lower extremities and the neurophysiology of axons and dendrites along with the myelin and function of saltatory for conduction. The sodium and potassium pump’s function in action potentials.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation:Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Part 1:Nerve conduction velocity testing, the equipment required and the specifics of motor and sensory testing. This section covers the motor and sensory NCV procedures and interpretation including latency, amplitude (CMAP) physiology and interpretation including the understanding of the various nuances of the wave forms. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation:Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Part 2:Compound motor action potentials (CMAP) and sensory nerve action potentials (SNAP) testing and interpretation including the analysis and diagnosis of the wave forms. It also covers compressive neuropathies of the median, ulnar and posterior tibial nerves; known as carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel and tarsal tunnel syndromes. This section offers interpretation algorithms to help understand the neurodiagnostic conclusions.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Needle Electromyogram (EMG) Studies:The EMG process, inclusive of how the test is performed and the steps required in planning and electromyographic study. This covers the spontaneous activity of a motor unit action potential, positive sharp waves and fibrillations. The insertional activity (both normal and abnormal), recruitment activity in a broad polyphasic presentation and satellite potentials. This covers the diagnosing of patterns of motor unit abnormalities including neuropathic demyelinated neuropathies along with acute myopathic neuropathies. This section also covers the ruling out of false positive and false negative results.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Overview of EMG and NCV Procedures, Results, Diagnoses and Documentation.The clinical incorporation of electrodiagnostic studies as part of a care plan where neuropathology is suspected. It also covers how to use electrodiagnostics in a collaborative environment between the chiropractor as the primary spine care provider and the surgeon, when clinically indicated. This section covers sample cases and health conclude and accurate treatment plans based upon electro-neurodiagnostic findings when clinically indicated.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Accident Reconstruction: Terms, Concepts and Definitions, The forces in physics that prevail in accidents to cause bodily injury. Quantifying the force coefficients of vehicle mass and force vectors that can be translated to the occupant and subsequently cause serious injury. Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Accident Reconstruction: Causality, Bodily Injury, Negative Acceleration Forces, Crumple Zones and Critical Documentation, Factors that cause negative acceleration to zero and the subsequent forces created for the vehicle that get translated to the occupant. Understanding critical documentation of hospitals, ambulance reports, doctors and the legal profession in reconstructing an accident.Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Accident Reconstruction: Skid Marks, Time, Distance, Velocity, Speed Formulas and Road Surfaces, The mathematical calculations necessary utilizing time, distance, speed, coefficients of friction and acceleration in reconstructing an accident. The application of the critical documentation acquired from an accident site.Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Accident Reconstruction: Research, Causality and Bodily Injury, Delta V issues correlated to injury and mortality, side impact crashes and severity of injuries, event data recorder reports correlated to injury, frontal impact kinematics, crash injury metrics with many variables and inquiries related to head restraints, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Stroke Anatomy and Physiology: Brain Vascular Anatomy,The anatomy and physiology of the brain and how blood perfusion effects brain function. A detailed analysis of the blood supply to the brain and the physiology of ischemia. Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Stroke Anatomy and Physiology: Stroke Types and Blood Flow,Various types of stroke identifying ischemia, hypoperfusion, infarct and penumbra zones and emboli. Cardiac etiologies and clinical features as precursor to stroke with associated paradoxical emboli and thrombotic etiologies. Historical and co-morbidities that have etiology instroke inclusive of diabetes, coagulopathy, acquired and hereditary deficiencies.Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Stroke Principles of Treatment an Overview for the Primary Care Provider, Stroke type and treatments performed by vascular specialists. The goals of treatment with the physiology of the infarct and penumbra zones and the role of immediate triage in the primary care setting. Detailing the complications of stroke and future care in the chiropractic, primary care or manual medicine clinical setting. Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Clinical Evaluation and Protocols for Identifying Stroke Risk, The neurological history and examination for identifying stroke risks with a focus on supra and infratentorial regions, upper and lower motor lesions, cranial nerve signs, spinal cord pathology, motor and sensory pathology and gait abnormalities. Examining genetic and family histories along with dissection risk factors. Stroke orthopedic testing and clinical guidelines pertaining to triage for the primary care provider.  Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion Overview: This section is an in-depth overview of traumatic brain injury in concussion. It discusses that all brain injuries are traumatic and dispels the myth of a “mild traumatic brain injury.” Also, this covers triage protocols and the potential sequela of patients with traumatic brain injuries.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Head Trauma and Traumatic Brain Injury Part 2:This section continues with multiple case studies of gross traumatic brain injuries from trauma requiring neurosurgical intervention and also discusses recovery sequela based upon the significance of brain trauma. This module also concludes with concussion protocols in traumatic brain injury short of demonstrable bleeding on advanced imaging.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Head Trauma and Traumatic Brain Injury Part 1:This section discusses gross traumatic brain injuries from trauma and significant bleeding with both epidural and subdural hematomas. There are numerous case studies reviewed inclusive of neurosurgical intervention and postsurgical outcomes. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Concussion And Electroencephalogram Testing:This section covers concussion etiology and cognitive sequela where gross bleeding has not been identified on advanced imaging. It discusses the significance of electroencephalogram testing in determining brain function and pathology (if present). This module also covers the understanding of waveforms in electroencephalogram testing in both normal and abnormal scenarios. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

 

Concussion And Electroencephalogram Testing Pathological Results:This module covers amplitude, conduction and conduction delays as sequela to traumatic brain injury to diagnose concussion and traumatic brain injury in the absence of gross bleeding and advanced imaging. This section covers electroencephalograms and event-related potentials which measures the brain response that is a direct result of specific sensory or motor events. It is a stereotype electrophysiological response to a stimulus and provides a noninvasive means of evaluating brain function. In this module multiple case studies are discussed with ensuing triage protocols pending the results. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Mild Traumatic Brain Injury/Traumatic Brain Injury/Concussion, Differentially diagnosing mild traumatic brain injury vs. traumatic brain injury and the clinical and imaging protocols required to conclude an accurate diagnosis for head trauma. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctorial Division, Long Island, NY, 2022

Orthopedic Testing: Principles, Clinical Application and Triage,Integration of orthopedic testing in the clinical setting to develop a differential diagnosis. Utilizing radiographic and advanced imaging inclusive of MRI and CAT scan findings to verify tissue pathology suspected by orthopedic testing conclusions and developing a treatment plan as sequelae.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Orthopedic Testing: Cervical Spine Part 2,Integration of cervical orthopedic testing in the clinical setting to develop a differential diagnosis. Utilizing radiographic and advanced imaging inclusive of MRI and CAT scan findings to verify tissue pathology suspected by orthopedic testing conclusions and developing a treatment plan as sequelae.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Orthopedic Testing: Cervical Spine, Integration of cervical orthopedic testing in the clinical setting to develop a differential diagnosis. Utilizing radiographic and advanced imaging inclusive of MRI and CAT scan findings to verify tissue pathology suspected by orthopedic testing conclusions and developing a treatment plan as sequelae.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Orthopedic Testing: Lumbar Spine,Integration of lumbar orthopedic testing in the clinical setting to develop a differential diagnosis. Utilizing radiographic and advanced imaging inclusive of MRI and CAT scan findings to verify tissue pathology suspected by orthopedic testing conclusions and developing a treatment plan as sequelae.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Orthopedic Testing: Clinical Grand Rounds, how to integrate orthopedic testing in the clinical setting utilizing both simple and complex patient scenarios. It includes potential stroke, or vertebrobasilar insufficient patients and understanding the nuances in a clinical evaluation with orthopedic testing as a critical part of the evaluation and screening process. How to integrate orthopedic testing in the clinical setting utilizing both simple and complex patient scenarios. It includes potential stroke, or vertebrobasilar insufficient patients and understanding the nuances in a clinical evaluation with orthopedic testing as a critical part of the evaluation and screening process. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Impairment Rating, The understanding and utilization of the protocols and parameters of the AMA Guide to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment 6th Edition. Spine, neurological sequelae, migraine, sexual dysfunction, sleep and arousal disorders, station and gait disorders and consciousness are detailed for impairment rating. Herniated discs, radiculopathy, fracture, dislocation and functional loss are also detailed in relation to impairment ratings. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cartesian System, The Cartesian Coordinate System from the history to the application in the human body. Explanation of the x, y and z axes in both translation and rotations (thetas) and how they are applicable to human biomechanics. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cervical Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the cervical and upper thoracic spine. This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Lumbar Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the lumbar spine. This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanics in Trauma: To utilize whiplash associated disorders in various vectors of impact and whiplash mechanisms in determining pathobiomechanics. To clinically correlate annular tears, disc herniations, fractures, ligament pathology and spinal segmental instability as sequellae to pathobiomechanics from trauma. The utilization of digital motion x-ray in diagnosing normal versus abnormal facet motion along with case studies to understand the clinical application. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering & Organizational Analysis, Integrating spinal biomechanics and pathobiomechanics through digitized analysis.  The comparison of organized versus disorganized compensation with regional and global compensation. Correlation of the vestibular, occular and proprioceptive neurological integration in the righting reflex as evidenced in imaging. Digital and numerical algorithm in analyzing a spine. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cervical Digital Analysis, Digitizing and analyzing the cervical spine in neutral, flexion and extension views to diagnose pathobiomechanics. This includes alteration of motion segment integrity (AMOSI) in both angular and translational movement. Ligament instability/failure/pathology are identified all using numerical values and models. Review of case studies to analyze pathobiomechanics using a computerized/numerical algorithm. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Lumbar Digital Analysis, Digitalizing and analyzing the lumbar spine images to diagnose pathobiomechanics. This includes anterior and posterior vertebral body elements in rotatioal analysis with neutral, left and right lateral bending in conjunction with gate analysis. Ligament instability/failure/pathology is identified all using numerical values and models. Review of case studies for analysis of pathobiomechanics using a computerized/numerical algorithm along with corrective guidelines. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Full Spine Digital Analysis, Digitalizing and analyzing the full spine images to diagnose pathobiomechanics as sequellae to trauma in relation to ligamentous failure and disc and vertebral pathology as sequellae. This includes anterior and posterior vertebral body elements in rotational analysis with neutral, left and right lateral bending in conjunction with gate analysis. Ligament instability/failure/pathology is identified all using numerical values and models. Review of case studies for analysis of pathobiomechanics using a computerized/numerical algorithm along with corrective guidelines. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Spinal Trauma Pathology- Triage and Connective Tissue Injuries and Wound Repair,Triaging the injured and differentially diagnosing both the primary and secondary complaints. Connective tissue injuries and wound repair morphology focusing on the aberrant tissue replacement and permanency prognosis potential.Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2022

Spinal Trauma Pathology- Ligament Anatomy and Injury Research and Spinal Kinematics,Spinal ligamentous anatomy and research focusing on wound repair, future negative sequelae of abnormal tissue replacement and the resultant aberrant kinematics and spinal biomechanics of the spine.Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2022

Spinal Trauma Pathology- Spinal Biomechanics, Central Nervous System and Spinal Disc Nomenclature,The application of spinal biomechanical engineering models in trauma and the negative sequelae it has on the central nervous system inclusive of the lateral horn, periaqueductal grey matter, thalamus and cortices involvement.Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2022

Spinal Trauma Pathology- Biomechanics of Traumatic Disc Bulge and Age Dating Herniated Disc Pathology,The biomechanics of traumatic disc bulges as sequelae from trauma and the comorbidity of ligamentous pathology. Age-dating spinal disc pathology in accordance with Wolff’s Law.Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2022

Spinal Trauma Pathology- Clinical Grand Rounds,The review of case histories of mechanical spine pathology and biomechanical failures inclusive of case histories, clinical findings and x-ray and advanced imaging studies. Assessing comorbidities in the triage and prognosis of the injured.  Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2022

Spinal Trauma Pathology- Research Perspectives,The review of current literature standards in spinal trauma pathology and documentation review of biomechanical failure, ligamentous failure and age-dating disc pathology.  Cleveland University – Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, New York, 2022

MRI Spinal Anatomy- Protocols and Disc Pathology,Normal anatomy of axial and sagittal views utilizing T1, T2, gradient and STIR sequences of imaging. Degeneration and annular fissures of discs in both trauma and non-trauma patients and the biochemical properties of joints in age dating pathology. Disc bulges from degenerative and sequela to osseous issues, herniation pathology and protrusion, extrusion, migrated and sequestered variations. Clinical scenarios as sequela to disc and pre-existing pathologies.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MRI Spine Interpretation- Herniated, bulged, extruded, protruded, sequestered and degenerative discs. The morphology of a pathological disc vs. normal morphology and the sequences required including T1, T2 and STIR for all spinal regions. Modic 1-2-3 changes detailed and the traumatic relationship.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Neurology of Ligament Pathology- Normal Morphology and Tissue Damage, Connective tissue morphology, embryology and wound repair as sequalae to trauma. Full components of strain-sprain models and permanency implications with wound repair and osseous aberration with aberrant structural integrity. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Neurology of Ligament Pathology- Spinal Biomechanics and Disc Pathology, Disc pathology as sequella to trauma; herniation, extrusion, protrusion, sequestration and how the spinal unit as one system creates homeostasis to balance the pathology. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

Neurology of Ligament Pathology- Neurological Innervation, The peripheral and central innervation of the disc and spinal ligaments of the dorsal root ganglion, spinal thalamic tracts, periaqueductal gray areas innervating the Thalamus and multiple regions of the brain. The efferent neurological distribution to disparate areas of the spine to create homeostatis until tetanus ensues creating osseous changes under the effect of Wolff's Law.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2022

MRI History and Physics- Magnetic fields, T1 and T2 relaxations, nuclear spins, phase encoding, spin echo, T1 and T2 contrast, magnetic properties of metals and the historical perspective of the creation of NMR and MRI. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Spinal Anatomy and Protocols- Normal anatomy of axial and sagittal views utilizing T1, T2, 3D gradient and STIR sequences of imaging. Standardized and desired protocols in views and sequencing of MRI examination to create an accurate diagnosis in MRI. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Disc Pathology and Spinal Stenosis- MRI interpretation of bulged, herniated, protruded, extruded, sequestered and fragmented disc pathologies in etiology and neurological sequelae in relationship to the spinal cord and spinal nerve roots.  Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Spinal Pathology- MRI interpretation of bone, intradural, extradural, cord and neural sleeve lesions. Tuberculosis, drop lesions, metastasis, ependymoma, schwanoma and numerous other spinal related tumors and lesions. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Methodology of Analysis- MRI interpretation sequencing of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine inclusive of T1, T2, STIR and 3D gradient studies to ensure the accurate diagnosis of the region visualized. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Clinical Application- The clinical application of the results of space occupying lesions. Disc and tumor pathologies and the clinical indications of manual and adjustive therapies in the patient with spinal nerve root and spinal cord insult as sequelae.Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Protocols Clinical Necessity- MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images. Clinical indication for the utilization of MRI and pathologies of disc in both trauma and non-trauma sequalae, including bulge, herniation, protrusion, extrusion and sequestration.Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Degeneration/Bulges- MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar degeneration. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl/'s nodes and herniations. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Herniations- MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar herniations. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. Morphology of lumbar disc pathologies of central and lateral herniations, protrusions, extrusions, sequestration, focal and broad based herniations are defined and illustrated. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management.Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Interpretation of Cervical Degeneration/Bulges- MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of cervical degeneration. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl/'s nodes and herniations. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management.Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Interpretation of Cervical Herniations- MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar herniations. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl/'s nodes and herniations. morphology of lumbar disc pathologies of central and lateral herniations, protrusions, extrusions, sequestration, focal and broad based herniations are defined and illustrated. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Interpretation of Degenerative Spine and Disc Disease with Overlapping Traumatic Insult to Both Spine and DiscMRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of degenerative spondylolisthesis, spinal canal stenosis, Modic type 3 changes, central herniations, extrusions, compressions, nerve root compressions, advanced spurring and thecal sac involvement from an orthopedic, emergency room, chiropractic, neurological, neurosurgical, physical medicine perspective.  Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

Triaging the Trauma and Non-Trauma Patients, Correlating clinical findings and the patient history in determining the correct course of care in triaging the patient utilizing orthopedic and neurological evaluations in the clinical setting. Understanding the parameters for immediate referrals vs. following the continuum of care to determine the necessity for referrals. Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2021

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.  Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

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.  Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

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.  Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

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.  Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

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.  Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

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.  Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

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.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

Trends in Spinal Healthcare, Analyzing spinal healthcare trends in both utilization and necessity and understanding the marketplace and how a level of clinical excellence is reflected in a doctors' documentation and credentials. Treatment pathways in triaging spinal pathobiomechanics. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MRI Spine Interpretation Advanced Diagnosis-An evidence-based understanding of time-related etiology of disc pathology considering the American Society of Neuroradiology's designation of protrusion, extrusion, and sequestration of spinal discs, T1, T2, STIR and Proton-Density weighted evaluation to diagnose spine form MRI accurately.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering- Analytics and Case Management,Utilizing spinal mensurating algorithms to conclude a pathobiomechanical vs. normal spine in the absence of anatomical pathology. Clinically correlating a history and physical examination findings to x-ray biomechanical results in creating an accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

MSK Extremity Radiological Interpretation- Utilizing both MRI and x-ray to diagnose1) Arthritis - Inflammatory and Degenerative, 2) Advanced cartilage assessment, 3) Rotator Cuff Tears, 4) Labral tears (shoulder and hip), 5) Tendon injuries and degeneration, 6) Meniscal tears, 7) Ligamentous injuries, 8) Common fractures, 9) Sports-related injury patterns, 10) Plantar fasciitis. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

Demonstrative Medical-Legal Documentation- The narrative report. How to effectively create medical-legal documentation and what the courts look for. Making your "4-Corner" (narrative) report demonstrable and build a reputation as an evidence-based provider. The step-by-step minutiae of building a report. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

Managing Non-Anatomical Spine Pain- Treatment modalities centered upon "best-outcomes" in an evidence-based model considering chiropractic vs. physical therapy and chiropractic vs. medicine. Considerations of disability, pain reduction, functional improvement, drugs utilized, and side-effects are all considered.Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021

Documentation and Coding- CPT Coding Guidelines for Initial and Established Patients with particular attention paid to Patient History, Review of Systems, Social and Family History, Physical Examination, and Medical Decision making.  Specific differences in coding levels and required elements for a 99202-99203-99204-99205, and a 99212-99213-99214-99215.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, PACE Approved for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2021

Demonstrative Documentation and Ethical Relationships- Pathways to improve coordination of care, and interprofessional communication with collaborating physicians.  Maintaining ethical relationships in the medical-legal community through documentation and communication of demonstrable diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plans.Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, PACE Approved for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2021

MRI Spine Interpretation- Clinical case review of MRI’s including sagittal, axial, T1, T2, STIR, and proton density sequences. Identified will be the vertebrate, spinal cord, discs, nerve roots, thecal sac, posterior longitudinal ligament, epidural veins, and fat saturation pulses. Pathology will include bulges, herniations, protrusions, extrusions, myelomalacia, cord edema, and schmorl’s nodes. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, PACE Approved for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2021

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering- Clinical Grand Rounds,Case reviews utilizing E/M, MRI, and x-ray mensuration report to conclude an accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. Common diagnosis requiring interprofessional collaboration with a discussion of diagnostic dilemmas and proper communication methods. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, PACE Approved for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University- Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2021

Sleep in Healthcare- Introduction to sleep studies, normal sleep from infancy to old age, purpose and function of sleep, sleep physiology, basic neurology of sleep, factors determining sleep distribution, chronophysiology, determining sleep EEG, sleep deprivation and its relationship to: neurodegenerative disease, cardiovascular system, endocrine system, motor system, pain control systems, gastrointestinal system.  Sleep disorder examination, diagnosis, and treatments. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, FL 2021

Visual Fixation and Saccadic Intrusions- The most current anatomy and physiology behind visual fixation and saccadic intrusions. Normal and pathological eye movements:  Pulse and Step, Horizontal vs Vertical Eccentric Gaze Holding, Microsaccades, Macrosaccadic Oscillations, Square Wave Jerks, Ocular Drifts, Ocular Tremors, Nystagmus, Saccadic Pulses, Ocular Flutter, and Opsoclonus.  Using Eye Movements and Visual Fixation to help diagnose neurological conditions.  Using Eye Movements to help rehabilitate and manage neurological conditions.  Current evidence-based treatments for disorders of Visual Fixation.  Clinical Neuroscience approach for disorders of Visual Fixation.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, FL 2021

TBI:  Advancements in Diagnosis & Treatment- Realize: increased awareness of head injury and patient education, while developing the practitioner skills of recognition and real-time diagnosis of a concussion that is crucial in treatment, clinical skills necessary to be proficient in an objective and standardized assessment of concussion, a clinical fluency in the systematic review of the evidence supporting diagnostic and treatment paradigms of concussion.  The neurological signs and symptoms of concussion that can be subtle and transient, as well as those that represent persistent sequelae, such as impaired attention and balance that make affected patients particularly vulnerable to further injury.  Skills necessary to utilize the available screening tools for concussion, with particular emphasis on the role of visual function testing, the disconnect between clinical and biomechanical research efforts and develop a treatment paradigm using a biomechanical perspective in concert with a brain-based paradigm, an understanding of the biomechanics of the brain during head impact, as well as the potential population-based and gender differences in concussion tolerance, the current and novel potential intervention strategies to reduce the incidence of injury, and common biomechanical misconceptions, the effects of concussion on the autonomic nervous system and its control of cerebral blood flow, the skills necessary to engage in treatments of concussion using physical and cognitive activity paced until all symptoms resolve, the skills necessary to measure and quantify exercise and rehabilitation strategies necessary in the treatment of concussion, the skills necessary to establish physiological recovery from concussion.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, FL 2021

Advanced Clinical Applications of Eye Movements- Examination of brain function, voluntary and reflexogenic eye movements, the visual striate cortex, the medial superior temporal and middle temporal areas, frontal cortex, the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex, frontal eye fields, supplementary high fields, superior colliculus, and Pontine para-medial reticular formation.  Mastery of clinical procedures involving eye movements.  Mastery of the understanding of the descending pathways involved in eye movements and their clinical applications:  Brain function and the smooth pursuit system.  Clinical skills associated with vergence eye movements.  Understanding the extraocular motor system.  The development of therapeutic treatment intervention.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, FL 2021

Ethics & Law: HIPAA Compliance, 5 most important HIPAA Rules: (1) Privacy Rule; (2) Security Rule; (3) Transactions Rule; (4) Identifiers Rule; and (5) Enforcement Rule. Business Associate Agreements (BAA’s) for outside vendors who must necessarily come into possession of Patient Health Information (PHI) as well as how to train employees how to handle PHI.  Back To Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA, 2021

Neuro Made Easy, Clinical neurology: neurological tests utilized, when to use them, and what they mean.  Back To Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA, 2020

MRI:  Lumbar Spine, Normal Lumbar MRI and Common Lumbar MRI findings.   Back To Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA, 2020

Ethics and Law, Technique, & Wellness, Chiropractic as a non-pain, non-symptoms based model, re-evaluations, intake paperwork, ethical practice.  Back To Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA, 2020

Ethics and Law, Technique, & Radiology, Insurance Fraud, unlicensed practice, sexual misconduct, excessive treatment, advertising, scope of practice, chiropractic technique, and radiology.  Back To Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA, 2019

Ahead of the PI Curve—PI Coding for Trauma Cases, Essential ICD-10 codes; Codes That Influence Case Evaluations, Codes That Hurt Cases.  Documentation errors, safety checklist, diagnostic assessment proving emotional trauma; pre-accident history.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA 2019

Spinal Cord, Detailed review of the structure and function of the spinal cord with emphasis on clinical syndromes, structured methodology to differentiate between various clinical syndromes directly and or indirectly involving the spinal cord. Applications in the treatment of the spinal cord injured patient. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA 2019

Neuromuscular Applications, Structure and function of the motor system in relationship to receptor activation, The relationship between brain/muscle spindle sensitivity/gain and muscle tone, Methodology concerning brain-based activation of the neuromuscular system. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2019

Ethics and Law, Technique, Radiology, State laws, ethical practices, advanced imaging referrals, and conditions commonly seen on radiographs.  Back To Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, 2018

Acupuncture & Neurology-- The Integration of Chinese Medicine & Clinical Neuroscience- Clinical neurology as an integral aspect of Chinese medicine, Introduction of the concept of longitudinal levels of lesion, Functions of the lobes of the brain, Clinical assessments for the frontal lobes, cerebellum, and brainstem, Practice sessions for bedside examination techniques, Clinical applications of a cranial nerve exam, Case studies, Clinical gems, Modern brain imaging research in acupuncture.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, Cape Canaveral, FL 2018

Ethics and Law, Technique, & Neurology, Negligence/Incompetence, failure to release patient records within 15 days, payment for referrals, scope of practice, advertising, chiropractic adjusting techniques, basic clinical neurology. Back To Chiropractic CE Seminars, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Santa Rosa, CA, 2017

Lobes of the Brain, Review of the basic functions and structures associated with the frontal, parietal, temporal and occipital lobes, Methodology involving the use of optokinetic stimulations and other brain-based diagnostics and therapeutics. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2017

Pain, Pain generating mechanisms reviewed from the receptor to central processing, Central mechanisms for pain inhibition and facilitation reviewed with emphasis placed on the clinical syndromes associated with pain integration, Methodology specific to chiropractic modalities. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2017

Clinical Applications of Joint Manipulation, Indications and contra-indications of spinal and extremity manipulation/adjustment of joints, Techniques that are specific to the patient’s individual body type and neurological status Neurological diagnostic skills in the choice of manipulative/adjustive therapy applications, Neurological signs that would dictate the areas of manipulation/adjustment and be able to measure the consequences of these therapies, Integration of head and eye movements and their role in manipulation/adjustment of the spine, Coupled manipulations/adjustments to the cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine and sacro-iliac joints, Manipulations/adjustments to the temporomandibular joint, sternocostal, costovertebral and costotransverse rib joints, shoulder joints, clavicles, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, and foot, Maximum skill acquisition in high-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA) manipulation/adjusting techniques by the practicing clinician, Practical application learning scenarios based upon a neurological model of health care. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2017

Advanced Billing & Coding Seminar- Proper Diagnosis Coding, Cash Practice, CPT, Personal Injury, Medicare, Veterans Administration, Workers’ Compensation.  HJ Ross, Board of Chiropractic Examiners, San Francisco, CA 2017

Imaging & Back Pain-Part 2- Disc Nomenclature-Standardized Language, MRI review, Disc Classification, Modic Changes, Steroid Injections, Herniations.  Low Back Pain & MRI, Physics Overview, Disc Nomenclature.  Imaging & Back Pain Correlation-Stress Injuries to the Pars, Modic Degenerative Endplate Changes, Annular Tears, Multifidus Fatty Muscle.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2017

Imaging & Back Pain-Part 1- Cervical Spine Trauma-Basic Anatomy, History, Red Flags, Decisions, Anomalies, Arthritides, Degenerative, Inflammatory, Neoplasm.  MRI Contrast-Definition & History, MRI Review, Post Surgical Spine, Neoplasm & Malignancy, Infection, MS, Intra-articular Contrast.  When to Order Tests.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2017

Head & Face Pain, Clinical anatomy and neurophysiology of the peripheral and central pain pathways responsible for cranial pain perception. Neurological influences of multiple organ system functions as it pertains primarily to the production of the most commoncraniofacial pain syndromes. The most common syndromes involving head pain frommigraines to trigeminal neuralgia. Afferent pain pathways from the face in regard to their structure and function. Chiropractic applicationsspecific to cranial pain. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2016

Patient Education, Examination, Technique, X-ray, Ethics and Law, Radiology, and Philosophy- Technique; History/Exam; Radiology.  Mark S. Kimes, D.C. Salinas, CA 2016

Ethical Considerations in Personal Injury- Ethical Issues with Red Flags and Common Mistakes.  Ethics & Challenges of Properly Closing PI Cases.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2016

Neuron Theory & Receptor Activation, Advanced components of neuronal structure and activity with emphasis on the relationship between environmental potentials and their effects on the central nervous system, Clinical applications of the breadth and depth of information. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2016

Ethics & Law Seminar- Ethical Behavior in Practice-Scope, Complying with State Board Unethical Behavior in Practice—Conduct; Negligence; Board Issues.  The Ethical Practice Owner—Avoid Illegal DC Practice; Proper Classifying & Paying Employees; Avoiding Fraud; Legal Referrals.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2015

Head & Face Pain, Clinical anatomy and neurophysiology of the peripheral and central pain pathways responsible for cranial pain perception. Neurological influences of multiple organ system functions as it pertains primarily to the production of the most commoncraniofacial pain syndromes. The most common syndromes involving head pain frommigraines to trigeminal neuralgia. Afferent pain pathways from the face in regard to their structure and function. Chiropractic applicationsspecific to cranial pain. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2015

Pain, Pain generating mechanisms reviewed from the receptor to central processing, Central mechanisms for pain inhibition and facilitation reviewed with emphasis placed on the clinical syndromes associated with pain integration, Methodology specific to chiropractic modalities. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2015

The Spectrum of Bone Disorders-Part 2- Osteochondroma & Hemangioma—What do Look For & Understand.  Overview of Primary Bone Tumors and the Axial & Appendicular Skeleton.  Overview of the Osteochondrosis, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, Osteopetrosis and Other Conditions.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2015

The Spectrum of Arthritic Disorders-Part 1- Osteoarthritis in the Spine.  Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis and Ossified Posterior Longitudinal Ligament.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2015

The Spectrum of Arthritis Disorders-Part2- Neuropathic Arthropathy; Synoviochondrometaplasia.  Rheumatoid Arthritis; Seronegative Arthropathies; Reactive/Reiter’s Syndrome; Scleroderma, Progressive Systemic Sclerosis, Gout.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2014

Neuromuscular Applications, Structure and function of the motor system in relationship to receptor activation, The relationship between brain/muscle spindle sensitivity/gain and muscle tone, Methodology concerning brain-based activation of the neuromuscular system. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2014

The Spectrum of Arthritic Disorders-Part 1- Osteoarthritis in the Spine.  Diffuse Idiopathic Skeletal Hyperostosis and Ossified Posterior Longitudinal Ligament.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2014

Ethics & Law- Responsibility for Conduct on Premises; Confidentiality-State &Federal.  Personal Injury Competence & Avoiding Negligence.  Unprofessional Conduct, Gross Negligence.  Any Fraud or Misrepresentation, Unauthorized Disclosure.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2013

Cardiac Functions, Neurophysiology of cardiac function, EKG, Neurophysiological approaches to influencing cardiac function. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2013

Radiology-Part I- Cervical Spine:  Cervical Ribs, Block Vertebrae, Spina Bifida Occulta.  Thoracic Spine and Rib Cage: Common Rib Anomalies, Schmorl’s Nodes with or without Scheuermann’s Disease.  Lumbar Spine:  Transitional Segments, Block Vertebrae.  Pelvis, Lower Extremity:  Pitt’s Herniation Pits, Paget’s Disease.  Upper Extremity:  Supracondylar Process, Polydactyly.  Negative/Positive Ulnar Variance.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2013

Autonomic Nervous System, Structure and function of the ANS in relationship to respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary function and pathology, Autonomic concomitants associated with central and peripheral lesions, Clinical methodology involving diagnosis and treatment of neurological dysfunction of the ANS.Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2012

X-ray Update 2012-Part II- Overview of physics and position principles (cathode, anode and patient placement, film and cassette speed, recumbent radiography of the spine, etc).  Overview of common arthropathies, trauma and tumors of the axial and appendicular skeleton and implications on patient care.  Disc lesions and nomenclature.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2012

X-ray Update 2012-Part I- Cervical Spine:  Cervical Ribs, Block Vertebrae, Spina Bifida Occulta.  Thoracic Spine and Rib Cade:  Common Rib Anomalies, Schmorl’s Nodes with or without Scheuermann’s Disease.  Lumbar Spine:  Transitional Segments, Block Vertebrae.  Pelvis, Lower Extremity:  Pitt’s Herniation Pits, Paget’s Disease.  Upper Extremity:  Supracondylar Process, Polydactyly.  Negative/Positive Ulnar Variance.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2012

Cerebellar Cortices, Review of the major afferent and efferent projections of the cerebellum as well as the central/peripheral consequences of cerebellar pathology, The relationship of labyrinthine integration to occular movement with emphasis on its clinical application. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2012

Reflexogenic Systems, Review of the structure and function of spinal cord reflexes from monosynaptic to cross cord reflexes, Clinical applications emphasized in relationship to the use of modalities in the treatment of central and peripheral based disorders of muscle tone. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2012

Ethics & Personal Injury- Complying with Chiropractic Law; Unprofessional Conduct; History; Competence, Avoiding Negligence & Not Committing Fraud.  Personal Injury:  Insurance Company Perspective; Insurance Fraud Case Example; How to Avoid Problems; Court Perspective; Colossus.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2012

3rd Annual Conference for the International Association of Functional Neurology and Rehabilitation, Functional Neurology assessments, diagnosis, and therapeutic approaches. IAFNR, Phoenix, AZ, 2012

16th Annual Spine Research Institute Scientific Conference – Spine Research Institute of San Diego- The purpose of the Annual SRISD Scientific Conference is to review the entire year of scientific research and publication from the diverse fields of clinical medicine and automotive safety engineering, as well as research coming directly from SRISD and its research affiliate, the Center for Research into Automotive Safety and Health. In addition to the literature indexed by the National Library of Medicine, the conference reviews literature published in the Annual Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) Scientific Program, the Annual Conference of the International Research Council on the Biomechanics of Impact (IRCOBI), the Annual SAE Stapp Car Crash Conference (and SAE general publications), the Annual International Traffic Medicine Association (ITMA) Conference, and the Annual International Technical Conference on the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV). Dr. Croft also reviews the happenings and proceedings at the various world conferences on whiplash and other related fields.  Southern California University of Health Sciences 2011

Movement Disorders Part II San Francisco 3-day Conference – Dr. Fred Carrick.  The clinical movement disorder phenotypes.  Understanding the relationships of different presenting movements disorder classifications. Tremor, Chorea, myoclonus, hemiballismus, gait disturbances, Parkinson’s disease, and more.  An up to date understanding of the etiology of the disease and how it presents in various formats throughout the lifespan. Targeted intervention and clinical possibilities in an evidence-based paradigm of patient care.The diagnosis, etiology, epidemiology, and treatment of tic syndromes.  Diagnosis and treatment using a functional approach to clinical neuroscience.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA 2011 

Movement Disorders Part I San Francisco – Dr. Fred Carrick.  The basal ganglia in health and disease, anatomy and physiology of the basal ganglia from a functional point of view. The role of the basal ganglia in health and disease with focus on examinations at the bedside.A functional approach to the diagnosis and treatment of movement disorders.Examination techniques and supporting investigations will be explored in a patient-based paradigm of healthcare. Integration of a multi-sensorial system provides a unique opportunity for clinical applications.Syndromes of hypomobility and akinesia.  This module addresses much more than rigid symptomatology in many movement disorders.   It is central for the understanding of joint position error and fixation in the axial skeleton and extremities. Many disease forms present with combinations of akinetic phenomenology. A differential diagnostic approach to the understanding of different lesions of the nervous system with similar presentations will be embraced.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA 2011

X-ray Overview of Digital Software Part II- Summary of Wiltze’s Classification of the Six Types of Spondylolistheses – Supported by Clinical Examples.  Imaging and /radiographic Positioning of Patients. Isthmic, and Degenerative Spondylolisthesis Overview.  Case Review of an Iatrogenic Spondylolisthesis.   CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2011

X-ray Overview of Digital Software Part I- Demonstration of change of contrast, density, image magnification, image reversion, etc.; Cervical Spine anatomy overview; Roentgenometrics demonstrated; Thoracic and Lumbar Spine anatomy overview.  Thoracic and Lumbar Spine Roentgenometrics demonstrated.  Extremity overview; basic angles & Roentgenometrics of Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hand, Hip, Knee, Ankle and Foot Joints.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2011

Advanced Comprehensive Insurance Seminar- Proper Diagnosis Coding, Cash Practice, CPT, Personal Injury, Medicare, Veterans Administration, Workers’ Compensation.  HJ Ross, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2011

Advanced Comprehensive Insurance Seminar- Proper Diagnosis Coding, Cash Practice, CPT, Personal Injury, Medicare, Veterans Administration, Workers’ Compensation.  HJ Ross, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2010

Nutritional Neurology- The neurophysiological difference between cell membrane fluidity vs. stiffness, the relationship between omega-3 v. omega 6 fatty acids, trans-fatty acids, nutritional influences on immune system function, excitotoxins and neurodegenerative diseases.  Life Chiropractic College West, Daniel Murphy, DC, DABCO 2010

Movement Disorders Conference in Dominican Republic, The basal ganglia, eye movements, types of movement disorders, assessment of movement disorders, diagnosing movement disorders, and therapeutic approaches to movement disorders. Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, 2010

Peripheral Nervous System and Electrodiagnostic Studies, Review of the general principles of electrodiagnostic testing involving EMG, NCV, BAERS and VEPs, the most common findings associated with these tests reviewed in light of various clinical syndromes, The utilization of these modalities in the clinical practice. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco 2010

Cutting-Edge Research to Improve Patient Outcomes –Dr. Malik Slosberg, DC, MS.  Applying cutting-edge research to everyday practice in order to improve patient well- being, physical function and brain function by integrating chiropractic and exercise training. Review of the newest chiropractic research in practical and inspiring ways and includes the latest evidence available. Changing the natural history of chronic problems, improve patient function, performance, self-efficacy, brain function and neuromotor control. Effectively document patient progress with self-reports and objective physical performance tests.   Life Chiropractic College West, Las Vegas, NV 2010

15th Annual Spine Research Institute Scientific Conference –Keynote Speaker Frank A. Pintar, Ph.D. Dr. Pintar is Professor of Neurosurgery and Biomedical Engineering; author of 2 textbooks on head and neck trauma, and over 140 peer-reviewed journal papers.  Dr. Pintar conducts collaborative projects with the CDC-sponsored Injury Research Center.  He directs the only NHTSA-certified full-scale crashworthiness laboratory in an academic setting in the world, as well as a sled lab, biomechanics lab, stem cell lab, neurobiology lab, tissue/culture lab, and neurohistology lab. The purpose of the Annual SRISD Scientific Conference is to review the entire year of scientific research and publication from the diverse fields of clinical medicine and automotive safety engineering, as well as research coming directly from SRISD and its research affiliate, the Center for Research into Automotive Safety and Health. In addition to the literature indexed by the National Library of Medicine, the conference reviews literature published in the Annual Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) Scientific Program, the Annual Conference of the International Research Council on the Biomechanics of Impact (IRCOBI), the Annual SAE Stapp Car Crash Conference (and SAE general publications), the Annual International Traffic Medicine Association (ITMA) Conference, and the Annual International Technical Conference on the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV). Dr. Croft also reviews the happenings and proceedings at the various world conferences on whiplash and other related fields.  Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Southern California University of Health Sciences 2010

Whiplash and Spinal Trauma- The unique anatomy of the cervical spine as related to spinal trauma. The uncinate process joints as related to disc herniation, the nerve root, the vertebral artery, and the spinal cord. Influence of sleep on brain neurochemistry. Awareness and Soft Tissue Injury.  The history of whiplash injuries, including mechanical mechanisms, biological mechanisms, pathology, diagnostics and management. Recent advances in the understanding of whiplash injuries, emphasizing anatomy, diagnostics, pain production and pain suppression. Integrate whiplash trauma, chronic pain, and chiropractic care. Low Speed Collisions and Minor Vehicle Damage.  Integrate the concepts of awareness, rotation, and pre-accident spondylosis in injury magnitude and prognosis. Soft Tissue Injury and Repair. Treatment Duration, Frequency, and Prognosis.  The incidence of acceleration of spondylosis in long-term studies following a whiplash injury.  Life Chiropractic College West, Daniel Murphy, DC, DABCO, International Chiropractic Association 2010

Radiology- Spectrum of imaging findings in everyday practice with an emphasis on normal findings and variants.  Tumors and infections of the Thoracic Spine; Spectrum of imaging findings in everyday practice with an emphasis on normal findings and variants relative to the Lumbar Spine; Review of basic routine utilized when taking an X-ray; Positioning for standard spinal and extremity films.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2009

Radiology- Basic X-ray Physics Principles; Valuable Lines of Mensuration & their application to the structural evaluation of patient; spectrum of imaging findings in everyday practice with an emphasis on normal findings and variants relative to the cervical spine; arthritis, trauma, congenital anomalies of the Thoracic Spine.  CCA-North Bay District, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2009

Autonomic Nervous System, Structure and function of the ANS in relationship to respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary function and pathology, Autonomic concomitants associated with central and peripheral lesions, Clinical methodology involving diagnosis and treatment of neurological dysfunction of the ANS.Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2009

Reflexogenic Systems, Review of the structure and function of spinal cord reflexes from monosynaptic to cross cord reflexes, Clinical applications emphasized in relationship to the use of modalities in the treatment of central and peripheral based disorders of muscle tone. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2009

Graston Soft Tissue Technique M1- Graston Technique® effects, and benefits, indications and contraindications (relative and absolute) of GT, Understanding of soft tissue injury, healing and potential reactivity to instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (therapeutic and adverse), Competence in the GT application of IASTM to the major regions of soft tissue.  2009

13th Annual Spine Research Institute Scientific Conference – Spine Research Institute of San Diego.  Keynote Speaker Larry Nordhoff DC, QME, ACTAR.  Review the entire year of scientific research and publication from the diverse fields of clinical medicine and automotive safety engineering, as well as research coming directly from SRISD and its research affiliate, the Center for Research into Automotive Safety and Health. In addition to the literature indexed by the National Library of Medicine, the conference reviews literature published in the Annual Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) Scientific Program, the Annual Conference of the International Research Council on the Biomechanics of Impact (IRCOBI), the Annual SAE Stapp Car Crash Conference (and SAE general publications), the Annual International Traffic Medicine Association (ITMA) Conference, and the Annual International Technical Conference on the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV). Dr. Croft also reviews the happenings and proceedings at the various world conferences on whiplash and other related fields.  Southern California University of Health Sciences 2008

The Colossal Personal Injury Seminar, Colossus, Clinical Documentation, Case management, and research regarding motor vehicle collisions. Bay Area, CA, 2008

Medicolegal Fundamentals for Practitioners and Forensic Experts – Spine Research Institute of San Diego- Should you accept the case?; Reporting; Records keeping; Medical photography; Depositions; Arbitrations; Testifying in court; Using evidence; Medicolegal rebuttal; Daubert and Frye; Motions in limine.  Southern California University of Health Sciences 2008

Principles of Impairment Rating and Forensic Reporting, Intake forms; SOAP notesRe-examinations and supplemental reportsThe narrative reportSpecial proceduresDisability questionnairesIndependent medical examinations; Practice development. Southern California University of Health Sciences 2008

Management Principles in Personal Injury and Forensic Documentation – Spine Research Institute of San Diego- An accident reconstruction primerHistory takingPhysical examinationRadiographic examinationCT examinationMRI examination; Special diagnostic imagingElectrodiagnosticsSummary of diagnostic testing;  Diagnosis/impression; Soft tissue healing;  Staging the injury;  Report of findings;  Designing a treatment plan;  Activities of daily living;Chiropractic manipulative therapy and deep tissue massagePhysical therapy modalitiesTreatment of TMDMaximum medical improvement (MMI). Southern California University of Health Sciences 2008

Whiplash Advanced Topics: The Fundamental Science – Spine Research Institute of San Diego- Basic and special concepts of biomechanics, Injury impairment, Epidemiology of whiplash, Brain, neck, and cervical spine trauma mechanisms from motor vehicle crashes (MVC), Soft tissue injuries, Common syndromes, Conditions affecting muscles, Pain syndromes, Outcome of Cervical Acceleration/Deceleration (CAD) injury.  Southern California University of Health Sciences 2008

Movement Disorders, The breadth and depth of information pertaining to the pathophysiological mechanisms associated with movement disorders in such a way as to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of various movement disorders by the practicing chiropractic neurologist, Emphasis placed on the application of chiropractic modalities in the treatment of various movement disorders ranging from Parkinson’s to focal dystonia.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2008

Pain, Pain generating mechanisms reviewed from the receptor to central processing, Central mechanisms for pain inhibition and facilitation reviewed with emphasis placed on the clinical syndromes associated with pain integration, Methodology specific to chiropractic modalities. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2008

Cranial Nerves, Complete review of the structure and function of the cranial nerves with emphasis on their clinical syndromes, Applications and procedures specific to this area of the nervous system will be covered in detail both didactically and practically.Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2007

The Brain and Its Environment, Review of the internal and supportive structures of the brain with emphasis placed on the major afferent and efferent projections associated with brain activity, Lesions of the supportive structures of brain and the clinical methodology used in determining brain vascular integrity, Applications specific to brain based treatments. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2007

Functional Endocrinology.  Review of the physiology and the key concepts in functional endocrinology; Review the scientific literature regarding how various diets, botanicals, nutrients, and lifestyle and environmental factors can impact the endocrine system directly and indirectly; Support healthy endocrine balance with or without the use of aggressive hormone replacement strategies; Review of human physiology will be followed by clinical applications, general review of relevant laboratory tests, differential diagnoses, and how to identify cases that may need to be referred for further consultation and/or evaluation; Key concepts and principles in endocrinology; Clinical pearls and insights to improve patient care and enhance personal practice; Latest published research; The strengths and weaknesses of hormone laboratory testing methods; How to use diet, nutrition, and lifestyle strategies to support healthy endocrine function.  Apex Seminars, University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department 2006

Functional Blood Chemistry Analysis.  Differences between functional and pathological laboratory evaluations, Understand how to identify pathology and when to refer for further testing or more comprehensive managementUnderstand the basic principles of laboratory biochemistry, Identify patterns associated with disease and functional imbalances, Understand how to differentially diagnose blood chemistry patterns, Review the literature in regards to nutritional and herbal compounds that can be used to support abnormal patterns, Appropriately manage and follow up patient care with repeat testing.  Apex Seminars, University of Bridgeport, Health Sciences Postgraduate Education Department 2006

Cutting-Edge Research to Improve Patient Outcomes, Applying cutting-edge research to everyday practice to improve patient well- being, physical function and brain function by integrating chiropractic and exercise training. Review of the newest chiropractic research in practical and inspiring ways and includes the latest evidence available. Changing the natural history of chronic problems, improve patient function, performance, self-efficacy, brain function and neuromotor control. Effectively document patient progress with self-reports and objective physical performance tests.  Life West Chiropractic College, Las Vegas, NV 2006

Pain, Headache and Face Pain, Clinical anatomy and neurophysiology of the peripheral and central pain pathways responsible for cranial pain perception. Neurological influences of multiple organ system functions as it pertains primarily to the production of the most commoncraniofacial pain syndromes. The most common syndromes involving head pain frommigraines to trigeminal neuralgia. Afferent pain pathways from the face in regard to their structure and function. Chiropractic applicationsspecific to cranial pain. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2006 

Cerebellar Cortices, Review of the major afferent and efferent projections of the cerebellum as well as the central/peripheral consequences of cerebellar pathology, The relationship of labyrinthine integration to ocular movement with emphasis on its clinical application. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2005

The New Era in Whiplash and Spinal Trauma, Part 2, Motor vehicle collision research, mechanisms and biomechanics of motor vehicle collisions, clinical management of motor vehicle injuries, therapeutic approaches to injuries. Life Chiropractic College West, San Leandro, CA, 2004

The New Era in Whiplash and Spinal Trauma, Part 1, Motor vehicle collision research, mechanisms and biomechanics of motor vehicle collisions, clinical management of motor vehicle injuries, therapeutic approaches to injuries. Life Chiropractic College West, San Leandro, CA, 2004

Electrodiagnostics, EMG: Function, proper utilization, and interpretation. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2004

Cardiac Functions, Neurophysiology of cardiac function, EKG, Neurophysiological approaches to influencing cardiac function. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2004

Peripheral Nervous System, Proper function of the peripheral nervous system (PNS) is critical to optimum human expression, Review of the clinically important structural layout of the PNS and discusses the most common clinical scenarios affecting the peripheral nervous system, Topics range for simple compressive mono-neuropathies to more complex metabolic and inflammatory conditions, Diagnostic and treatment protocols emphasized.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2003

Certification Program for Interactive Metronome.  Qualified to plan and conduct Interactive Metronome training.  2003

Clinical Applications of Joint Manipulation, Indications and contra-indications of spinal and extremity manipulation/adjustment of joints, Techniques that are specific to the patient’s individual body type and neurological status Neurological diagnostic skills in the choice of manipulative/adjustive therapy applications, Neurological signs that would dictate the areas of manipulation/adjustment and be able to measure the consequences of these therapies, Integration of head and eye movements and their role in manipulation/adjustment of the spine, Coupled manipulations/adjustments to the cervical spine, thoracic spine, lumbar spine and sacro-iliac joints, Manipulations/adjustments to the temporomandibular joint, sternocostal, costovertebral and costotransverse rib joints, shoulder joints, clavicles, elbow, wrist, hand, hip, knee, and foot, Maximum skill acquisition in high-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA) manipulation/adjusting techniques by the practicing clinician, Practical application learning scenarios based upon a neurological model of health care. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002

Neurological Review, Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002

Cardiac Functions, Neurophysiology of cardiac function, EKG, Neurophysiological approaches to influencing cardiac function. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002

Movement Disorders, The breadth and depth of information pertaining to the pathophysiological mechanisms associated with movement disorders in such a way as to facilitate the diagnosis and treatment of various movement disorders by the practicing chiropractic neurologist, Emphasis placed on the application of chiropractic modalities in the treatment of various movement disorders ranging from Parkinson’s to focal dystonia.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002

Motor Systems, Structure and function of the major volitional and non-volitional motor pathways, Function of the basal ganglia, cerebral cortex, cerebellum, brainstem and spinal cord in relationship to the human motor system, Applications specific to the diagnosis and treatment of both central and peripheral pathology. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002

Pain, Headache and Face Pain, Clinical anatomy and neurophysiology of the peripheral and central pain pathways responsible for cranial pain perception. Neurological influences of multiple organ system functions as it pertains primarily to the production of the most commoncraniofacial pain syndromes. The most common syndromes involving head pain frommigraines to trigeminal neuralgia. Afferent pain pathways from the face in regard to their structure and function. Chiropractic applicationsspecific to cranial pain. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002 

Sensory Systems, The major sensory pathways specific to their structure and function, Central processing of sensory information in relationship to thalamic and cortical integration, Disorders of the sensorium and methodology aid in differentiating these disorders from central and peripheral origins, Applications specific to the treatment of the sensorium.Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002

Consciousness,  Review of the basic neurological functional aspects that govern consciousness in humankind at a breadth and depth specific to chiropractic practice, Emphasis on the dynamic functional interaction of those systems governing consciousness in humankind, The interrelationship between ocular motor and vertebral motion segment functionality at a breadth and depth specific to chiropractic practice, The cortical and cerebellar influences on consciousness in humankind, Various alterations in human consciousness at a breadth and depth applicable to chiropractic practice.Clinical evaluation and management of consciousness and cognitive function.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2002 

Neurological Diagnosis, Presentation of a structured format in approaching the neurological examination, Emphasis placed on reviewing the most common syndromes one may encounter during the practical portion of the exam as well as methodology to understand and apply non Cartesian logic. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2001

Cranial Nerves, Complete review of the structure and function of the cranial nerves with emphasis on their clinical syndromes, Applications and procedures specific to this area of the nervous system will be covered in detail both didactically and practically.Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2001

Cerebellar Cortices, Review of the major afferent and efferent projections of the cerebellum as well as the central/peripheral consequences of cerebellar pathology, The relationship of labyrinthine integration to occular movement with emphasis on its clinical application. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2001

The Brain and Its Environment, Review of the internal and supportive structures of the brain with emphasis placed on the major afferent and efferent projections associated with brain activity, Lesions of the supportive structures of brain and the clinical methodology used in determining brain vascular integrity, Applications specific to brain based treatments. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2001

Autonomic Nervous System, Structure and function of the ANS in relationship to respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and genitourinary function and pathology, Autonomic concomitants associated with central and peripheral lesions, Clinical methodology involving diagnosis and treatment of neurological dysfunction of the ANS.Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2001

Reflexogenic Systems, Review of the structure and function of spinal cord reflexes from monosynaptic to cross cord reflexes, Clinical applications emphasized in relationship to the use of modalities in the treatment of central and peripheral based disorders of muscle tone. Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA, 2001

Spinal Cord, Detailed review of the structure and function of the spinal cord with emphasis on clinical syndromes, structured methodology to differentiate between various clinical syndromes directly and or indirectly involving the spinal cord. Applications in the treatment of the spinal cord injured patient.  Carrick Institute of Graduate Studies, San Francisco, CA 2001

Industrial Disability Evaluator, Workers’ compensation terminology, rating disability in California, AMA Guides to spinal examinations and impairment; apportionment. Life West Chiropractic College, San Leandro, CA, 2001 

Webster’s Technique- Certificate of Proficiency, Chiropractic and Pregnancy.  Life West Chiropractic College, San Leandro, CA 2001 

 

PUBLICATIONS

 Lincoln, David (2022), CASE STUDY: Diagnosis of a chronic low back pain patient experiencing radiating symptoms in the leg utilizing appropriate examination procedures and radiographs, retrievedfrom https://www.uschirodirectory.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=868:case-study-diagnosis-of-a-chronic-low-back-pain-patient-experiencing-radiating-symptoms-in-the-leg-utilizing-appropriate-examination-procedures-and-radiographs&Itemid=376

Lincoln, David (2022), CASE STUDY: Safe and Effective Chiropractic Treatment of a Large Intervertebral Disc Extrusion causing Moderate Spinal Canal Stenosis and Displacement of Nerve Roots, retrieved from https://www.uschirodirectory.com/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=866:case-study-safe-and-effective-chiropractic-treatment-of-a-large-intervertebral-disc-extrusion-causing-moderate-spinal-canal-stenosis-and-displacement-of-nerve-roots&Itemid=376

 

SELECTED TEACHING/INSTRUCTING/LECTURING/CONSULTING

Associate Faculty, Southern California University of Health Sciences, Whittier, CA 2023-Present

Extension Faculty, Parker University and Community Based Internships (CBI), Dallas, Texas 2023-Present

Associate Doctor Trainer, Primary Spine and Injury Center, Santa Rosa, CA 2023-Present

Associate Doctor Trainer, Healthy Families Chiropractic, Santa Rosa, CA 2018-2022

Associate Doctor Trainer, Advanced Chiropractic Neurology Center, Santa Rosa, CA 2015-2018

Lecture:  Understanding How Chiropractic Neurology Affects the Brain– History of Chiropractic Neurology, Brain Development, Neuroanatomy, Neurophysiology, Posture, Assessment of Brain Function, Affecting Brain Functionality.  Kaiser Permanente Psychiatry Department, Santa Rosa, CA 2005 

SELECTED MEMBERSHIPS

National Spine Management Group, 2022-Present

Academy of Chiropractic, 2021-Present

California Chiropractic Association, 2021-Present

AWARDS

Clinical Excellence Award, Platinum Award, Academy of Chiropractic 2023

Clinical Excellence Award, Gold Award, Academy of Chiropractic 2023

Clinical Excellence Award, Silver Award, Academy of Chiropractic 2022

Clinical Excellence Award, Bronze Award, Academy of Chiropractic 2022

Clinical Excellence Award, Copper Award, Academy of Chiropractic 2022

Magna Cum Laude Doctorate of Chiropractic, Life Chiropractic College West, Hayward, CA 1999