8:00am-9:40am
Ronald D. Fudala, DC, DACAN
Introduction to Advanced Clinical Integrated Practice (GEN) – Naples
This lecture will provide actual cases encountered in the context of a chiropractic neurologist practicing in a tertiary care practice. Emphasis will be placed on the recognition and identification of key factors, and an understanding of the ancillary testing, ultimately leading to an accurate diagnosis and treatment approach. Audience interaction will be solicited. Also, attendees will be provided with an overview of the clinical responsibilities, necessary knowledge, political and financial intricacies, and potential opportunities for a chiropractic physician with an advanced academic designation to integrate into a tertiary care or specialty practice.
(Speaker provided by IACN)
8:00am-9:40am & 10:20am-Noon
Jerry True, D.C.
Class IV Laser Overview, Safety, Protocols and Case Studies (GEN) – Sanibel
Class IV laser therapy is an effective adjunctive therapy for treatment of neuromusculoskeletal disorders. This course will give the doctor an introduction and training in class IV laser therapy and safety. Basic principles of laser tissue interaction, mechanisms and current supportive research will be reviewed. Guidelines for treatment and protocols for clinical practice will be discussed. Multiple case studies and therapeutic outcomes following high power laser therapy will be presented.
8:00am-9:40am & 10:20am- 12pm Tallahassee 3
Jay Robbins, DC, DACBN
Effective Clinical Tools – The Nutritional Exam Parts I & II (GEN) – Tallahassee 3
How many times have you delivered the perfect adjustment just to find that the same subluxation patterns come back over and over again? In school we were taught all about the importance of the viscero-somatic reflex but not really how to address it. In this class you will learn a systematic approach to the viscero-somatic reflex. How to identify it and how to fix it! The Nutritional Exam: This comprehensive and time efficient exam provides you with objective signs of the nutritional status of your patients. Parts I and II deal with nutritional support for: * Digestive Difficulties, * Blood Sugar Imbalance, * Chronic Fatigue, * Stress and * Fibromyalgia. The miracle of chiropractic together with practical applied nutrition allows us to accomplish great things.
(Speaker provided by Standard Process, Inc.)
8:00am-9:40am & 10:20am- 12pm
Bruce Bond, D.C., DACBN
Digestive Wellness and Essential Fatty Acids (GEN) – Tallahassee 1-2
Want to become empowered about wellness and anti-aging? Having practiced wellness and not just taught it, Dr. Bond’s unique motivational style coupled with his practice management and hands on clinical experience puts him in a unique position to talk about the issues that are killing Americans prematurely.
(Speaker provided by Standard Process, Inc.)
8:00am-9:40am & 10:20am- 12pm
Dennis P. McInerney, B.S.
3 Simple Steps for Weight Management & Bio-Detoxification for the Chiropractic Practice (GEN) – SunBreakout 2-3
This presentation will review the inflammatory process, the role of NF-kappaB down-regulation and bio-detoxification in the prevention and treatment of chronic disease, including reducing fatigue, pain, and weight management will be elucidated. Successful patient management models, toxicity evaluations, diagnostic strategies and patient education materials will be demonstrated for immediate implementation. Seminar attendees will learn how to assist their patients to achieve pain reduction, optimal wellness and permanent weight management.
(Speaker provided by Biotics Research, Inc.)
8:00am-9:40am & 10:20am- 12pm
Chad Maola, DC
Lower Back Pain Resulting from Altered Stresses to the Skeletal System (GEN) – Tampa
Discussion of the lower extremity biomechanical etiologies related to altered stresses on the lower back that produce edematous changes in bone, spondylolysis, as well as facet and sacroiliac syndromes. These discussions will include orthopedic and functional assessment for obtaining an accurate diagnosis. Discussions will encompass the kinematic changes seen during low back pain syndromes resulting from faulty lower extremity biomechanics.
(Speaker provided by National University of Health Sciences)
8:00am-9:40am & 10:20am-Noon
Ron Wellikoff, DC – Stanley Kaplan, DC
Impairment of the Spine: An Overview for 2009 (DOC) – Sun Ballroom AC
This is an introductory lecture of the recently published 6th Edition of the AMA Guide to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment. It will provide an overview of the All New methods of rating permanent impairment for personal injury cases. It will discuss the new DBI method of rating and how ROM for spinal impairment has been eliminated. It will include when and how to perform the ratings using Key and Non-key factors with Grade modifiers. This lecture is a must for all doctors who accept personal injury cases.
8:00am-9:40am & 10:20am-Noon
Steve Troyanovich, D.C.
21st Century Chiropractic: Clinical Lessons From the Trenches (GEN) – Sarasota 2-3
Through the use of clinical parables, one of the profession’s best storytellers and teachers, Dr. Steve Troyanovich, illustrates important lessons about proper examination and treatment, risk management, and interprofessional relations. This fun and entertaining seminar will equip you with practical information to help you provide better care to your patients and prepare you to be able to interact on an equal basis with your local medical counterparts.
(Speaker provided by Foot Levelers, Inc.)
1:00pm-2:40pm
Jerry True, D.C.
Laser Safety and Laser Therapy Protocols (RM) – Sanibel
This course is an overview of basic laser safety for safe operation of high power lasers and high fluence radiant light devices. Every clinic operating a laser should have a Laser Safety Officer familiar with safety protocol. High fluence devices include class IIIb, and class IV systems. Safe operation of laser therapy devices or high fluence light sources will prevent accidental injury. Treatment contraindications and general laser therapy protocols will be reviewed.
1:00pm-2:40pm
Mary Beth Larsen, DC
Corporate Wellness programs – “ A Chiropractic Approach to Corporate Wellness” – Tallahassee 3
Dr. Larsen will present the current health care industry with tools using a corporate approach to wellness as well as present and define a ”new” corporate wellness model with Chiropractic as the foundation. Attendees will learn new chiropractic business opportunities and how to implement the chiropractic wellness model in the corporate setting.
(Speaker provided by Standard Process, Inc.)
1:00pm-2:40pm
Ron Wellikoff, D.C.
CPT Coding, Documentation, and Medical Necessities (DOC) – Miami
This session will be a detailed lecture of CPT Coding documentation and record keeping as it pertains to the chiropractor. In addition, Dr. Wellikoff will discuss in detail problems and the layout of medical charts, physical therapy, diagnostic testing, HCFA, CMS forms and ICD9-Codes.
1:00pm-2:40pm & 3:20pm-5pm
Bruce Bond, DC, DACBN
Outsmarting Osteoporosis: Update (GEN) – Tallahassee 1-2
The incidence of Osteoporosis is rapidly rising as the population ages in the U.S. Most patients are unaware that their bone health is in serious jeopardy, of the insidious complications of osteoporosis, and why this can be such a devastating condition. Attendees will learn bone protecting strategies and simple steps to outsmart Osteoporosis. Topics include bone health myths, true causes of calcium deficiency, and the important role of the Parathyroids, Vitamin C, D, & K, Calcium, and Hydrochloric Acid. Learn why the Body Mass Index is one of the easiest and most important tools you can implement for predicting future health issues and achieving clinical success. Dr. Bond presents the latest research & recommendations for safe, effective, nutritional & herbal support as a complementary approach to orthodox care & associated health risks.
(Speaker provided by Standard Process, Inc.)
1:00pm-2:40pm & 3:20pm-5pm
J. William Beakey, B.A., L. Ac., D.O.M., Dipl. Homeopathy
Cardiovascular Health: Complementary Care for the Chiropractic Patient (GEN) – SunBreakout 2-3
This presentation will review pathogenesis, laboratory assessment, and nutritional therapy for the Chiropractic physician. Why is cardiovascular disease still the number one killer despite unprecedented awareness and a vast array of drugs that address this disease process? Get to the HEART of cardiovascular disease by looking at the role of the most relevant factors involved in development, including stress, hormonal shifts and dietary sugars. A thorough review of the numerous lab tests related to the cardiovascular system will provide an excellent base for assessment and understanding the effects of the disorder. An overview of Metabolic Syndrome will offer insight into the substantial role of sugars in CVD. The function role of hormones, including insulin, PTH, thyroid, and testosterone will be explained. A clear and concise look at the most pervasive problem in American health care makes this lecture a powerful bridge to clinical success.
(Speaker provided by Professional Co-op Services (PCS Lab) )
3:20pm-5:00pm
Jay Robbins, DC, DACBN
Effective Clinical Tools – The Nutritional Exam Part III (GEN) – Tallahassee 3
How many times have you delivered the perfect adjustment just to find that the same subluxation patterns come back over and over again? In school we were taught all about the importance of the viscero-somatic reflex but not really how to address it. In this class you will learn a systematic approach to the viscero-somatic reflex. How to identify it and how to fix it!
The Nutritional Exam: Part III: * Calcium Status, * Nutritional Support for inflammation and musculoskeletal problems as well and * hormonal imbalance. The miracle of chiropractic together with practical applied nutrition allows us to accomplish great things.
(Speaker provided by Standard Process, Inc.)
3:20pm-5:00pm
Ron Wellikoff, D.C.
Medical Errors (ME) – Miami 1-2
Dr. Wellikoff will discuss the costs and causes of common medical errors and steps to avoid them! Attendees will learn the protection strategies such as professional advice in social situations, staff instructions, patient instructions, child abuse, documentation, patient records and case histories.
