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Stroke Anatomy and Physiology - Part 1 , 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. Certification in Stroke Anatomy & Evaluation for Chiropractors & Manual Medicine Specialists, [Texas Chiropractic College or PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards>, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-D, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2019Stroke Anatomy and Physiology - Part 2, 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 in stroke inclusive of diabetes, coagulopathy, acquired and hereditary deficiencies. Certification in Stroke Anatomy & Evaluation for Chiropractors & Manual Medicine Specialists, [Texas Chiropractic College or PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards], ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-D, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2019Stroke Principles of Treatment an Overview fo rthe Primary Care Provider, 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. Certification in Stroke Anatomy & Evaluation for Chiropractors & Manual Medicine Specialists, Stroke Principles of Treatment an Overview fo rthe Primary Care Provider, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2019Clinical Evaluation & Protocols for Identifying Stroke Risk, 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. Certification in Stroke Anatomy & Evaluation for Chiropractors & Manual Medicine Specialists, [Texas Chiropractic College or PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards], ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-D, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2019Documenting Trauma and Non-Trauma Cases & Triaging Disc Pathology, Triage, care and collaboration for herniated, bulged, protruded, extruded and fragmented spinal discs. Compliant documentation of evaluation and management of new and established patients inclusive of chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, past-family-social histories with case management protocols and the required elements. Clinically coordinating treatment with subjective complaints, clinical findings and diagnosis for each encounter. Cleveland University-Kansas City Chiropractic and Health Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2018The Basics of 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.Certification in Orthopedic Testing, Diplomate, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division , PACE, Buffalo, NY, 2018Orthopedic 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. Certification in Orthopedic Testing: Cervical Spine, Diplomate, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, PACE, PACE, Buffalo, NY, 2018Orthopedic 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. Certification in Orthopedic Testing: Cervical Spine, Diplomate, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, PACE, PACE, Buffalo, NY, 2018Orthopedic 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. Certification in Orthopedic Testing: Lumbar Spine, Diplomate, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, PACE, PACE, Buffalo, NY, 2018Orthopedic Testing: 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. Certification in Orthopedic Testing Clinical Grand Rounds, Diplomate, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, PACE, PACE, Buffalo, NY, 2018MRI of the Spine, Increase ability to interpret the radiology reports of MRI scans on patients and integrate this information into their treatment plans. Fetterman Events, Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK, Denver, Colorado, 2018MRI of the Spine, Enhance and increase ability to look at MRI scans and have a better understanding of the anatomy and pathology that may be present in patients. Fetterman Events, Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK, Denver, CO, 2018MRI of the Spine, Demonstrate the powerful correlation of orthopedic, biomechanic, x-ray, and posture exams. Gain a biomechanical perspective from imaging. Fetterman Events, Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK, Denver, CO, 2018MRI of the Spine, Review of normal anatomy with advanced imaging and selected case studies related to spondylolysis and stress injuries. Fetterman Events, Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK, Denver, CO, 2018MRI of the Spine, Multiple case studies that cover lesions that should be left alone without further intervention or treatment (with multiple modalities included). Various case studies from chiropractic offices across the nation were reviewed. Fetterman Events, Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK, Denver, CO, 2018MRI of the Spine, How posture can predispose someone to a disc lesion and the biomechanics as it relates to the disc. Enhance ability to look ah the images and have a better understanding of thee anatomy as it pertains to disc lesions.Fetterman Events, Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK, Denver, CO, 2018Spinal Trauma Pathology: Diagnostic Dilemmas and Connective Tissue (Ligament-Disc-Muscle) Morphology, 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. Certification in Spinal Trauma Pathology: Diagnostic Dilemmas and Connective Tissue (Ligament-Disc-Muscle) Morphology, Texas Chiropractic College, PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards> 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, 2018Spinal Trauma Pathology: Ligament anatomy and injury research and spinal kinematics, 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.Certification in Spinal Trauma Pathology: Ligament anatomy and injury research and spinal kinematics, [Texas Chiropractic College, PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Buffalo, NY, 2018Spinal 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 gray matter, thalamus and cortices involvement. Certification in Spinal Trauma Pathology: Spinal Biomechanics, Central Nervous System and Spinal Disc Nomenclature, Texas Chiropractic College, PACE Recognized The by Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards,] 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, 2018Spinal Trauma Pathology: Biomechanics of Traumatic Disc Bulge and Age Dating Herniated Disc Pathology, Biomechanics of Traumatic Disc Bulge and Age Dating Herniated Disc Pathology, The biomechanics of traumatic disc bulges as sequella from trauma and the comorbidity of ligamentous pathology. Age-dating spinal disc pathology in accordance with Wolff’s Law.Certification in Spinal Trauma Pathology: Biomechanics of Traumatic Disc Bulge and Age Dating Herniated Disc Pathology, Texas Chiropractic College, PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards,] 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, 2018Spinal Trauma Pathology: 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. Certification in Spinal Trauma Pathology: Clinical Grand Rounds , Texas Chiropractic College, PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards,] 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, 2018Spinal Trauma Pathology: Research and documentation Review, The review of current literature standards in spinal trauma pathology and documentation review of biomechanical failure, ligamentous failure and age-dating disc pathology. Certification in Spinal Trauma Pathology: Research and documentation Review, Texas Chiropractic College, PACE Recognized by The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards,] 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, 2018Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, Recall the basic steps of CPR for adults, children, and infants. Demonstrate the basic steps of CPR for adults, children and infants Perform rescue breathing for adults, children and infants. Administer breaths using a bag-valve mask device and pocket face mask. Perform CPR as a lone rescuer or as part of a two-rescuer team. Demonstrate the appropriate procedure and use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) American Heart Association , Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2017Spinal Bio-Engineering , A course describing the structural and functional organization of the spinal-pelvic system. Fundamental and advanced concepts on spinal biomechanics are introduced by presenting a coherent spinal model describing normal segmental coupling, regional adaptation and global compensation. The clinical model is a structural and mechanical engineering approach based on x-ray physics, mathematics and statistical analysis. The normal movements of gait are integrated in this total biomechanical approach to explain spine distortion, predictable functional scoliosis and lumbar disc failure. Case studies are demonstrated to radiographic analyses and physical findings to determine clinical solutions and soft tissue rehabilitation. Academy of Chiropractic, Raymond Wiegand, D.C., St. Louis, Missouri, 2017The Optimum Spine, Predictable Compensation and Subluxation, Predictable spine distortion, Motion Segment Coupling, Compensation and Subluxation. Documentation: Digital X-ray Analysis, clinical documentation and interpretation Integrated adjusting techniques. The relationship of gait analysis to predictable pelvic compensation. Academy of Chiropractic, Raymond Wiegand, D.C., St. Louis, Missouri, 2017Sagittal Plane Spinal Modeling and Predictable Subluxation, Spinal Modeling, the optimum geometry of the sagittal plane curves. Cervical and lumbar motion study analysis. Spinal Rehabilitation using resistance exercises specific unilateral spinal exercises as determined from the spinal configuration. Academy of Chiropractic, Raymond Wiegand, D.C., St. Louis, Missouri, 2017Evidence Based Spine Care: Epidemiology of spine care, the opioid epidemic and spinal manipulation for pain management, Functional neuroanatomy and neurochemistry of pain perception, including descending modulation of pain in the central nervous system. Review of specific research outlining spinal manipulations influence on the central nervous system in the spine pain patient. Clinical assessment and interprofessional communications relating to the diagnosis and management of the mechanical spine pain patient. Academy of Chiropractic, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Denver, Colorado, 2017Evidence Based Spine Care: Spinal biomechanics and response to trauma. Detailed review of spinal instability, mechanical spine trauma and global spinal biomechanical balance, The influence of spinal sagittal curvature, pelvic incidence, sacral slope and pelvic tilt on conservative and surgical care outcomes. Clinical correlation with radiographic and advanced imaging findings specific to the spine pain patient. Diplomate, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Academy of Chiropractic, Denver, Colorado, 2017Evidence Based Spine Care: Coordination of care and clinical documentation associated with interprofessional communication, Focus on the safety of chiropractic management of the spine pain patient and review of research related to specific phases of care, acute intervention, corrective care and health maintenance care were reviewed. Documentation and workflows related to an interprofessional team approach focusing on compliance and delivery in the modern practice environment. Diplomate, Recognized by the PACE Program of the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Academy of Chiropractic, Denver, Colorado, 2017Spine MR Evaluation, Spine pain with normal MRI findings and your patient is in pain. Commonly missed MRI findings that may address your patients pain. New possibilities in the diagnosis, management and ultimately treatment for your injured patients. New & customized sequences can better identify possible facetogenic pain syndromes. New MRI imaging targets and imaging planes can better assess spine alignment. Ugorji Radiology Consultants, LLC, Aurora, CO, 2017Fascial Movement Taping, Understand the physiological effects of kinesiology taping. Understand its role and use for the applications of rehabilitation, edema management, neuropathic pain, scar mobility and posture improvement. Introduce the concept of a longitudinal muscle chain approach to the elastic therapeutic taping and a myofascial sequencing model of “Taping movements, not muscles". RockTape, Littleton, Colorado, 2016Chiropractic and Pregnancy 201, Outline the most commonly encountered neurological complaints of pregnancy that a D.C. might encounter in practice. Differentiate between similar complaints to establish best course of care. Modify normal practices, techniques and methods to accommodate for the biomechanical changes of the pregnancy patient. Integrate other palliative therapies to relieve these complaints Analyze and adjust according to the complaint and concomitant exam findings.Diplomate, ChiroCredit.com, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Greenwood Village , Colorado, 2016Management of Common Conditions 203, Recognize concussion signs and symptoms. Differentiate concussion grades. Identify anatomical structures related to concussions. Describe pathophysiology as it relates to concussions. Interpret diagnostic tests to evaluate concussion progress and create treatment plan. Diplomate, ChiroCredit.com, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2016Management of Common Conditions 203b, Discuss neurophysiology of musculoskeletal dysfunction. Create new memory patterns to restore neuromascular integration. Demonstrate manual methods to reduce muscular dysfunction. Address cranial nerve lesions with manipulation techniques. Introduce the half-somersault maneuver for vertigo relief. Diplomate, ChiroCredit.com, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2016Coding and Documentation 202, Define the R of P.A.R.T. from Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services Illustrate the different methods of evaluating spinal range of motion. Define the T of P.A.R.T. from Centers for Medicare/Medicaid Services. Define the short, moderate and long term diagnoses for Medicare. Diplomate, ChiroCredit.com, Universirty of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2016Physical Therapy 101, Discuss the use of electrotherapy to control pain. Discuss the use of post-fracture manipulation. Construct therapeutic exercises for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. Diplomate, ChiroCredit.com, University of Bridgeport College of Chiropractic, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2016How to prepare for ICD-10 coding changes, Identify coding systems used for reimbursement, and indicate the relationship between patient record documentation and accurate coding. Diplomate, AAPC, Availity, LLC, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2016Traumatic Lumbar Syndrome, Identify internal disorders that cause back pain, unrelated to activity. Perform lumbar spine ROM, muscle power, reflex and sensations and orthopedic examinations. Ability to provide a differential diagnosis. Identify injuries consistent with lumbar strain and lumbar sprain. Ability to identify and diagnose musculoskeletal disorders and conditions. Identify and treat neck and back injuries, whiplash, and soft tissue injuries caused by an auto collision. Dr. Daniel P. Dock, Denver , Colorado, 2015Sports Injuries, The Chiropractor’s Role on the Athletic Health Care Team, Sport Injury Mechanisms, Terminology and First Aid Game Plan Evaluation and Treatment of the Injured Athlete Texas Chiropractic College, Greenwood Village, CO, 2014Evaluation and Manual Therapy for Tempromandibular Joint Dysfunction, Learning objectives of this course was to review anatomy and physiology of the TMJ complex. How to proper evaluate and treat through history, examination, inhibitory treatments, mobilizations, take home exercises and co-treatment with the dental professionals. Diplomate, Belleview Chiropractic, MedBridge Education, Greenwood Village, CO, 2014Essentials in Concussion Management, Review of concussion prevalence, neurobiology, definitions, signs and symptoms, sideline evaluations, return to play protocols, cognitive and physical rest, neuropsychological tests, second impact syndrome and the role of protective equipment. Also, imaging, various treatment modalities, return to plat protocols, SCAT3, Child-SCAT3 and the PPE evaluation. HealthPath Education, Greenwood Village, CO, 2014Accurate and Appropriate Chiropractic Documentation, All aspects of clinical documentation to include consultation and history; physical exam findings, tests and measurements; subjective complaints; functional goals; diagnosis and treatment plans. Record keeping to include abbreviations, components of patient health records, request and release of records, record retention and consent to test. KMC University, Colorado Chiropractic Association, Colorado Springs, Colorado, 2013Functional Assessment and Chiropractic Treatment of the Cervical Spine, Understand how to create an assessment using principals of function, creating an assessment using functional anatomy and why it is important to look at the kinetic chain in the assessment. Differentiate between acute and chronic treatment strategies and the functional treatment of the cervical spine. Nicholas Studholme DC, CCSP, CCEP, FAFS, MedBridge Education, Health Path Education, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2013The Kinesio Taping Method: Upper and Lower Extermities, The various conditions that can be treated with the application of Kinesio Tape and the unique qualities of Kinesio Tape and how the effects on tissue layers and recoil quality. Taping applications for shoulder, elbow, knee and hip conditions.. Kenzo kase, DC, Jim Wallis, MS, ATC, Masahiro Takakura, ND, LAc, DC, MedBridge Education, Health Path Education, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2013Dissection of the Knee: A Comprehensive Layered Analysis, All aspects of the knee to include superficial landmarks of the knee, lateral and posterolateral, medial and posteromedial and intra-articular structures of the knee. To include the anatomic course and main biomechanical function of the main structures, biomechanical and clinical examination implications to injuries to the structures as well as safe rehabilitation after injury or surgery. Robert LaPrade, MD, PhD, MedBridge Education, Health Path Education, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2013Overview of Mechanical Neurobiology, Understand the influences of proprioception and the importance of mechanorecpetors in regards to specific tissues. Learn and review the common types of headaches, as well as an in-depth understanding the trigeminocervical nucleus, inputs and the influences of the motor nucleus cranial nerve V. Daniel Murphy, DC, DABCO, MedBridge Education, Health Path Education, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2013Coding and Documentation, 2013Accident 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2010Accident 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 and accident. The application of the critical documentation acquired from an accident site. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2010Accident 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2010Accident 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2010MRI History and Physics, Magnetic fields, T1 and T2 relaxations, nuclear spins, phase encoding, spin echo, T1 and T2 contrast, magnetic properties of metals and historical perspective of the creation of NMR and MRI. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Robert Peyster, MD, Neuroradiologist, Long Island, New York, 2010MRI Spinal Anatomy and Protocols, Normal anatomy of axial and sagital views utilizing T1, T2, 3D gradient and STIR sequences of imaging. Standardized and desired protocols in views and sequencing of MRI examination to create and accurate diagnosis in MRI. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Robert Peyster, MD, Neuroradiologist, Long Island, New York, 2010MRI 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.CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Robert Peyster, MD, Neuroradiologist, Long Island, New York, 2010MRI 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Robert Peyster, MD, Neuroradiologist, Long Island, New York, 2010MRI 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Robert Peyster, MD, Neuroradiologist, Long Island, New York, 2010MRI 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.CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Magdy Shady, MD, Neurosurgeon, Long Island, New York, 2010Neurodiagnostics, Imaging Protocols and Pathology of the Trauma Paatient, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2009Diagnostics, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2009Crash 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 CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2009MRI, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2009Neurodiagnostic 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, protcols and clinical indications for the trauma patient CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2009Documentation 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2009MRI Normal Anatomy & Protocols, Spinal anatomy of all MRI views utilizing T1, T2, 3D gradient, stacking and STIR sequences of imaging. Advanced protocols of MRI examination with multiple sequences to create concurrent diagnostic findings CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Robert Peyster, MD, DABR-NR, Neuroradiologist, Ronkonkoma, New York, 2009MRI Disc & Spinal Cord and Spinal Canal Pathology, MRI interpretation of spinal disc pathologies as a result of trauma and degenerative factors and resultant neurological compromise. Spinal cord and spinal canal pathologies and space occupying lesion interpretation CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Robert Peyster, MD, DABR-NR, Neuroradiologist, Ronkonkoma, New York, 2009Accident Reconstruction and Ensuing Bodily Injury, Understanding the forces involved in crashes and the transference of those forces from the bullet car to the target car. Quantifying those forces to determine bodily injury and calculating speed, distance, time and drag factors in determining causality and direction of forces. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Ronkonkoma, New York, 2009Rule 22 Documentation Seminar: Full Seminar, Documentation guidelines and requirements for the Chiropractic Manipulative Treatment (CMT) CPT codes used on the routine chiropractic visit. Proper documentation requirements for every aspect of the possible services that could be rendered in a routine visit and explain the use of all forms required for outstanding documentation of encounter specific medical necessity Colorado Chiropractic Association, Denver, Colorado, 2009Scoliosis Workshop, Passive, active and re-active care definitions, the neurology of re-active care, review of muscle physiology and posture, evaluating types of scoliosis, global biomechanics and dominant stance, solid surface NMR application, destabilized surface NMR application, case presentation, hands on application and training, critical thinking and problem solving discussion, research and development open discussion. C.L.E.A.R. Institute, Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas, Texas, 2008Acupuncture Society of America, Basic Certification – 100 hour course, Part 1, Understanding the basics including: introduction to components of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), The 14 Main Meridian pathways ,Classical Superficial Circulation of Energy – Lung through Liver, Explanation of how meridian imbalance can cause a vertebral subluxation and conversely how a subluxation can cause meridian imbalance - the connection between the principles of chiropractic and acupuncture. American Society of Acupuncture, Kansas City, Missouri, 2008X-ray seminar: “The Imaging Super Sleuth Series", Practical, and substantial review of the spine, upper, lower extremities and the shoulder as well as covering mechanisms leading to specific trauma. Innercalm Associates, Irvine, California, 2008Radiology and Adjustive Techniques of the Lower Extremity. , Cleveland Chiropractic College, Irvine, California, 2007X-ray seminar: “Practical Tips in X-ray for Everyday Use”, , Research and approaches to chronic pain in your patients.Innercalm Associates, Irvine, California, 2005Industrial Disability Examiner and Qualified Medical Examiner, Medical-Legal Report Writing and Related Case Management Issues The Palmer Institute of Professional Advancement, Irvine, California, 20052002The New Era in Whiplash and Spinal Trauma, Part 1, Life Chiropractic College West, San Diego, California, 2001Radiology, Diagnosis and Case Management, ABC's of Lumbar Spine, Spondylolisthesis; Active versus Inactive, Disc Pathology and Protocols, Systematic Approach to Bone Disease. Logan Chiropractic College Post Doctoral Division, Terry R. Yochum, DC, DACBR, Denver, Colorado, 2010Head Trauma, Brain Injury and Concussion, Brain and head physiology, brain mapping and pathology as a sequella to trauma. Traumatic brain injury, mild traumatic brain injury, axonal shearing, diffuse axonal injury and concussion are detailed in etiology and clinically. Clinical presentation, advanced diagnostic imaging and electrodiagnostics are detailed in analysis to create a differential diagnosis. Balance disorders that often occur as a result of trauma are also explored from clinical presentation to advanced imaging and differential diagnosis CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York, 2010Mindset and States of Being and Interaction, Transform your thinking so that you understand and are able to treat patients with the ultimate care. Understanding the psychology of how patients and people think of healing while they are in pain. Colorado Chiropractic Association, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2011Knee Injury and Treatment, Common knee injuries in sports and the specific chiropractic treatments used to care for them. Biomechanics of the knee, clinical examination of the knee, radiographic examination, diagnostic imaging of the knee, treatment approaches and rehabilitation strategies. Colorado Chiropractic Association, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2011Orthopedic and Neurologic Evaluation, Physical examination techniques and findings, Orthopedic testing procedures and findings, neurological testing procedures ad findings, techniques to develop an accurate diagnostic impression, neuromuscular pathologies. Texas Chiropractic College, Greenwood Village, Colorado, 2011Risk Management / Documentation Strategies, Chiropractic documentation skills utilizing accurate, comprehensive, record keeping methodologies and risk management techniques. This comprehensive, interactive program will enhance the chiropractic clinician’s knowledge base regarding Medicare P.A.R.T. Guidelines implemented, S.O.A.P. notes, treatment goal and treatment plan reporting and the use of appropriate CPT, Evaluation and Management and CMT coding. Texas Chiropractic College, Division of Postgraduate Studies, Pasadena, Texas, 2012Whiplash: Trauma to the Head and Neck, Fractures of the Cervical Spine. Review of Plain Films; what to take and when, Compression Fractures, Pillar Fractures, Atlas and Axis Fractures - Subtle Odontoid Fractures and how to avoid missing them. Computed Tomography: Burst Fractures of the Vertebral Body and Acute Cervical Spine Cord Syndrome. MRI Scans: Bone Bruise and Disc Herniations. Dislocations of the Cervical Spine: Unilateral Facet Dislocations, Bilateral Facet Dislocations, Pilar Fractures and Ligamentous Injuries of the Cervical Spine - the use of MRI for accurate imaging. Injuries to the Spinal Cord: Cord Contusion - MR Imaging Perspectives and is there still a place for Myelography? Post-traumatic Disc Herniations: CT vs MRI - which is the examination of choice? Terry Yochum, DC - Colorado Chiropractic Association, Denver, Colorado, 2012Lower Extremity Adjusting, Review of terminology as well as biomechanics, neurology, examination procedures, indicators, and adjusting protocols for the most common subluxation patterns of the feet that are found in the typical practice. Extremity adjusting for the most commonly encountered extremity conditions as well as stabilization and rehabilitative procedures for the lower extremity. Mark Charette, DC - Colorado Chiropractic Association, Denver, Colorado, 2012

SELECTED MEMBERSHIPS

CPR Certification, 1999 - 2019American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 2009 - 2011Colorado Chiropractic Association, 2008 - 2011Academy of Chiropractic, 2009 - 2010