As you know, the biomechanics of the back are intimately linked to the foot, knee, and pelvis. Lower extremity dysfunction often leads to serious conditions elsewhere in the body. In this informative seminar, Dr. Jennifer Illes will discuss the kinetic chain and its effects on the extremities. Attendees will be able to skillfully perform and define basic physical, neurological, and orthopedic exams related to the extremities, perform a gait and postural evaluation, with a special focus starting from the feet up the kinetic chain, perform evaluation procedures for the soft tissue and joints in the extremities, perform selected soft tissue and joint manipulative procedures for the extremities, and apply appropriate basic corrective and preventative measures to disturbances affecting the health of the extremities.

7 CEs possible. Pain and Symptom Management. Physical Measures.

Sponsored by Foot Levelers.

Dr. Jennifer Illes is an Assistant Professor at Kaiser University’s College of Chiropractic Medicine. A graduate of New York Chiropractic College, she was her class salutatorian, a member of the Phi Chi Omega honors society for excellence in academic standings, and the recipient of the Clinical Award of Excellence. A dynamic communicator who brings 15 years of combined clinical and academic experience, she has previously held academic posts at D’Youville College and National University, and the bulk of her clinical practice was working with amateur and professional athletes and teams with sports-related injuries. Dr. Illes is also a graduate of Hamilton’s McMaster University Contemporary Medical Acupuncture course and National’s Master of Advanced Clinical Practice Degree. She is an expert on extremity adjusting and is passionate about educating healthcare physicians.

Speaker Notes:

• F18 Illes Notes

Disc lesions make up a huge portion of the cases that present in chiropractic practice. Disc herniations are a condition that we, as chiropractors, should be at the forefront of treating. The research agrees that conservative care is equal to or more effective than surgical care. However, being able to effectively treat, manage, and explain disc herniations to a patient requires an intimate knowledge of the pathology of disc lesions and the effect that they may have on surrounding neurologic structures. It also requires the ability to correctly interpret MRI reports, which sometimes is harder than it sounds. It often seems that we need a decoder ring to interpret a MRI report. Over the past 10 years, terminology for reporting on disc lesions has changed. Join Dr. Stephanie Mussmann, a board-certified chiropractic radiologist, to delve into the exciting world of MRI and spinal lesions. Topics of discussion include a review of diagnostic imaging of disc lesions and current imaging terminology used for MRI reports, allowing you to be able to clearly interpret diagnostic imaging reports and understand the impact that various lesions may have on patient symptomatology and treatment. The course will also explore exactly how disc lesions affect the neurologic structures of the spine, and therefore may produce neurologic symptoms. When discussing treatment options with patients, it is helpful to understand just how conservative care stacks up to more invasive treatment options.

3 CEs possible. Pain and Symptom Management. Performance and Ordering of Tests.

Sponsored by Centerline Imaging Consultants.

A 2009 Magna Cum Laude graduate from Northwestern Health Sciences University, Dr. Stephanie Mussmann is a board-certified chiropractic radiologist specializing in diagnostic imaging interpretation of the spine and musculoskeletal system. Noted as a keenly gifted radiologist, she is uniquely skilled in imaging interpretation and physician consultation. A frequent continuing education lecturer, Dr. Mussmann passed on her passion for radiology to the next generation of chiropractors as an Associate Professor at D’Youville College, where she taught numerous radiology courses for the Doctor of Chiropractic program, and as a faculty member at New York Chiropractic College. She is actively involved in the American Chiropractic College of Radiology, the governing body of the chiropractic radiology profession, and the ACA’s Council on Diagnostic Imaging.

Speaker Notes:

• F18 Mussman MRI Notes

In this exciting seminar, Koren Specific Technique creator Dr. Tedd Koren will build an awareness of the relationship between the contrasting scientific disciplines and philosophies of chiropractic (vitalism) and modern medicine (mechanism). He will compare and contrast chiropractic and medical therapeutics, research, scientific outlook, societal effects, and clinical care. Topics of discussion include the many factors that influence our immune system, including the subluxation, toxicity and nutrition, the relationship between chronic illness, cancer, and chiropractic, how childhood vaccinations influence neurological/immunological health, the sociological view of chiropractic in the media and medical journals, and the nature of the subluxation as it relates to entire body structure. Dr. Koren’s seminar will provide attendees with greater insights to better educate patients in the new paradigm for alternative healing. Don’t miss it!  

8 CEs possible. Performance and Ordering of Tests.

Sponsored by Impac.

Chiropractic legend Dr. Tedd Koren is the creator and developer of the Koren Specific Technique, a low-force chiropractic specific adjusting technique that locates and corrects dysfunctions in the entire structural system. A graduate of Sherman, where he was his class valedictorian, he revolutionized chiropractic patient education with the founding of Koren Publications, the premier chiropractic patient resource in the profession, with more than 100 million scientifically-referenced brochures, booklets, posters, and books in distribution. Dr. Koren is a popular speaker on the lecture circuit, discussing such topics as health philosophy, research, chiropractic, and chronic illness. After his son was born he began writing and lecturing on childhood immunization. He serves as a member of the extension faculty at Palmer, Life, and the Shiokawa School of Chiropractic in Tokyo, Japan.

Speaker Notes:

• F18 Koren Notes Magic
• F18 Koren Notes eReport
• F18 Koren Notes Vaccine Report

Documentation is a necessary evil to most chiropractors and their staffs. Join Dr. Dean DePice as he explores the “Whys?” of documentation and the benefits of proper record keeping to patient and doctor alike. Topics of discussion include the seven components of documentation, specific steps you can take to upgrade your note-taking, validating your care while giving great value to the patient, showing results will empower your patients to commit to their care plans, better documentation leading to better compliance, and more. Dr. DePice will also discuss “What’s Great in Chiropractic,” chiropractic research, and how chiropractors can use research to facilitate greater patient outcomes.

4 CEs possible.

Sponsored by ChiroTouch.

Life graduate Dr. Dean DePice excels at understanding and inspiring patients and doctors alike with a clear approach to combining science and philosophy in practice to optimize both the patients’ and doctors’ outcomes. He is co-founder of TKC 4 Superteams and has been a practicing chiropractor since 1987. Prior to entering Life, he earned a B.S. from Montclair State University, with a double major in biology and chemistry and a minor in nutrition. This background, combined with his lifelong experience and knowledge of chiropractic, has allowed him to integrate science and philosophy into practical patient applications. He has lectured for chiropractic organizations across the nation and is the author of numerous articles, educational videos, and other informational programs.

The speaker for this course will discuss strategies chiropractic practices can implement to use episodic care guidelines to not just survive but thrive, even in the face of an insurance audit! Topics of discussion include the basics of episodic care, maintenance care vs. active care, using treatment guidelines and the latest research, effective documentation to demonstrate quality care, the basics of documenting exams and daily visits, functional deficits and treatment goals, and understanding the red flags that trigger audits, including what insurance companies look for, understanding your data, and real life examples illustrating the concepts presented. Don’t miss it!

4 CEs possible.

A 2001 graduate of Cleveland Chiropractic College, Dr. Kendall Payne is a nationally known speaker on such topics as patient-centered care, care coordination, medical necessity, and documentation. He currently serves as Treasurer for the Chiropractic Congress (formerly COCSA) and as a member of the Congress’ Guidelines and Research Committee. He is a consultant for the Spine Institute for Quality (Spine IQ®), a community of high-performing conservative spine care clinicians who want to transform the culture of spine care. He has owned and operated a practice specializing in spine related disorders, sports injuries and wellness since 2001. Dr. Payne was named the Kansas Chiropractic Association’s “Doctor of the Year” for 2015 for his outstanding contributions to chiropractic, and was also named the KCA’s “Young Doctor of the Year” for 2009. He served as President of the KCA from 2013-2014.

Speaker Notes:

• F18 Payne Episodic

CAs play an important leadership role in the chiropractic office. Join public speaking consultant Roberto Monaco as he imparts the tools you need to increase your leadership skills and bring the chiropractic message to the masses! Attendees will learn how to create a compelling vision for their careers, how to expand their identities within their professional settings, create an unstoppable belief system that will compel them to take massive action, and further the communication, influence, and mindset tools to hone their leadership skills. Don’t miss it!

Sponsored by The Chiro Speaking Company.

Roberto Monaco has been a full-time speaker, coach and trainer since 2002, and has conducted more than 4,500 presentations in the United States, Canada, Mexico, England, Brazil and Puerto Rico. He worked for the Anthony Robbins Companies for six years, and in 2004, 2005, 2006 and 2007 he was the top producer and revenue generator in the country. From 2005-2008, he also coached and trained all the other Peak Performance Strategists at The Anthony Robbins Companies. He has advised and consulted with Fortune 500 companies, executives, managers, and sales professionals in the areas of peak performance, leadership, psychology of achievement, presentation skills and sales. For the past several years, he has served chiropractors, showing them how to convert more patients. He has quickly become the “go-to” speaking coach for the top chiropractic advocates in the industry. He is the founder of The Chiro Speaking Company, an online community to teach doctors to attract and retain new patients through public speaking and group communication. He has also developed the premiere Public Speaking Seminar for Chiropractors, “Influencing From the Front for Chiropractors.”

Speaker Notes:

• F18 Monaco Psychology Notes

This course is specially designed for Chiropractic Assistants to review the art and science of radiographic positioning. Our speaker will review the science and safety techniques of radiographic positioning, the most common radiographic positioning techniques, and key features to improve the quality of images. The class will also introduce accessory views that can greatly improve imaging efficacy.

Sponsored by Centerline Imaging.

A 2009 Magnum Cum Laude graduate from Northwestern Health Sciences University, Dr. Stephanie Mussmann is a board-certified chiropractic radiologist specializing in diagnostic imaging interpretation of the spine and musculoskeletal system. Noted as a keenly gifted radiologist, she is uniquely skilled in imaging interpretation and physician consultation. A frequent continuing education lecturer, Dr. Mussmann passed on her passion for radiology to the next generation of chiropractors as an Associate Professor at D’Youville College, where she taught numerous radiology courses for the Doctor of Chiropractic program, and as a faculty member at New York Chiropractic College. She is actively involved in the American Chiropractic College of Radiology, the governing body of the chiropractic radiology profession, and the ACA’s Council on Diagnostic Imaging.

Speaker Notes:

• F18 Mussman CA Notes

Almost everyone has had a headache at some time in their lives, it is the most frequent form of pain people experience. Tension headaches are the most common form of headache, followed by sinus and migraine headaches. This course presents specific information explaining different types of headaches, causes of headaches, massage therapy benefits and contraindications.  Acupressure, stretching, trigger point release and fascial mobilization techniques are presented. 

Rob Kelly is a licensed and board-certified massage therapist who has been practicing and teaching massage therapy for more than 22 years. Currently, he teaches anatomy, physiology and pathology lecture classes, as well as many orthopedic classes, at Irene’s Myomassology Institute in Southfield. He also teaches in the Beaumont Oncology Massage Program in Royal Oak. Rob teaches many continuing education classes throughout Michigan through his business, Rob Kelly Seminars.