Fall Conference 2024 Speakers
Keynote Speakers
Heidi Haavik PhD, PGDip, BSc
Title: How to Implement the Contemporary Brain Model of Chiropractic Care into Practice
Description: Attendees will learn the groundbreaking research on how chiropractic adjustments of vertebral subluxations impact the brain and central nervous system. Emerging scientific evidence reveals that spinal dysfunction adversely affects brain function. This review will delve into the contemporary brain model of vertebral subluxations, as highlighted by recent studies. Learn how high-velocity, low-amplitude (HVLA) chiropractic adjustments can potentially reverse maladaptive brain changes associated with spinal dysfunction.
William Morgan DC
Title: Healing the Brain: Harnessing Neuroplasticity and the Science of the Adjustment
Description: Join us at the California Chiropractic Association for an enlightening lecture by Dr. William E. Morgan which will uncover two important topics: “Healing the Brain: Principles of Neuroplasticity” and “The Science of the Adjustment,” Gain profound insights into enhancing patient care through neuroplasticity principles and mastering the art of chiropractic adjustment. This conference promises invaluable knowledge and networking opportunities, essential for advancing your practice. Don’t miss out on this chance to connect with peers and elevate your chiropractic expertise with Dr. William E. Morgan.
Friday Speakers
Brad Cost
Title: The Technology Adjustment: The Ethical Approach to Improving Patient Outcomes and Experience
Description: Chiropractors deal with many challenges on a daily basis outside of actually treating the patient: business methodologies, data privacy and security, understanding emerging tech to drive improved outcomes, educating patients, and social determinants of health. This course is designed to address these issues, bringing awareness to the ethical standards that drive better results for patients and providers alike.
Jay Greenstein DC, CGFI-L1, CKTP, FMS
Title: The Technology Adjustment: The Ethical Approach to Improving Patient Outcomes and Experience
Description: Chiropractors deal with many challenges on a daily basis outside of actually treating the patient: business methodologies, data privacy and security, understanding emerging tech to drive improved outcomes, educating patients, and social determinants of health. This course is designed to address these issues, bringing awareness to the ethical standards that drive better results for patients and providers alike.
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Sam Collins
Title: 2024-2025 Chiropractic Coding and Documentation
Description: Attendees will learn essential chiropractic and physical medicine coding, focusing on ICD-10 and CPT updates for 2024-2025. It covers coding specificity, neuromusculoskeletal diagnosis requirements, Medicare diagnosis mandates, and the role of accurate diagnostic categories in authorization. Key topics include E&M compliance, CPT Relative Value Units, chiropractic manipulation coding, and the correct use of specialty modifiers and timed service requirements.
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Miles Bodzin DC, CEO
Title: Compliance and Bedside Manner Dramatically Affect Clinical Outcomes
Description: This continuing education course will equip chiropractic doctors with essential business knowledge and skills to enhance their practice’s financial performance and mitigate medical-legal challenges. By implementing proven strategies and communication techniques, participants will gain the expertise needed to establish compliant financial policies, optimize fee structures, and improve patient interactions.
Holly Jensen
Title: Compliance and Bedside Manner Dramatically Affect Clinical Outcomes
Description: This continuing education course will equip chiropractic doctors with essential business knowledge and skills to enhance their practice’s financial performance and mitigate medical-legal challenges. By implementing proven strategies and communication techniques, participants will gain the expertise needed to establish compliant financial policies, optimize fee structures, and improve patient interactions.
Saturday Speakers
Francis Murphy DC
Title: Introduction to Neuro-Skeletal Geometry
Description: Neuro-Skeletal Geometry (NSG) represents a significant leap in our understanding of the human body’s intrinsic relationship between its physical structure and energetic field. This approach has the potential to transform the way we perceive and practice chiropractic care, offering profound implications for patient health and well-being.
Fabrizio Mancini DC, FICC, FACC
Title: The Three Biggest Health Challenges Today and How Chiropractic Can Be a Solution
Description: For the past 129 years, the Chiropractic profession has significantly contributed to the health and well-being of humanity. Today, experts are presenting compelling data indicating that we are experiencing unprecedented levels of illness, with chronic conditions continuing to rise without a clear end in sight. Chiropractic care has always focused on identifying root causes and encouraging patients to take greater responsibility for their health. In this inspiring presentation, Dr. Fab Mancini will guide you on an empowering journey to address the three most pressing health challenges of our time. Whether you are a Doctor of Chiropractic or an assistant, this session will provide invaluable insights and strategies. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the solution!
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Albert Abkarian Esq
Title: Chiropractic Ethics and Personal Injury 2024
Description: Participants will learn to define their scope of practice and identify unlicensed activities in their offices. It will cover the prevention of sexual misconduct, ethical record-keeping in personal injury cases, and the implications of improper kickbacks. Attendees will also explore strategies for ethical collaboration with other professionals, understand the ethical rules governing relationships between attorneys and chiropractors, and recognize potential HIPAA violations in personal injury contexts. By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to maintain high ethical standards in their practice.
Paul Barattiero ND
Title: How Hydrogen Gas Benefits the Body by Reducing Oxidative Stress & Inflammation
Description: Attendees will better understand the value of molecular hydrogen in water to improve overall wellbeing, health, and, in a clinical setting, patient outcomes.
Janice Hughes MSc, DC, LCP, (Hon)
Title: Brain Neuroplasticity in Clinical Practice
Description: New research and practical applications happening in healthcare, in particular Functional Neuroscience, will be reviewed. The future of healthcare will be about a brain-based model of health. Using the principles of neuroplasticity to improve the brain and nervous system for the purpose of correcting neurological problems, preventing neurological degeneration and optimizing neurological performance. Developing a neuroplasticity plan for your patients in a clinical setting is easier than we think. There are simple tools, technology, and clinical testing that can support the adjustment and create lasting changes. Neuroplasticity can happen at any age and stage of life. It’s empowering patients to understand the role that Chiropractors play with Brain Health.
Sherry McAllister MS (Ed), DC, CCSP
Title: Enhancing Patient Outcomes Leveraging the Latest Research
Description: This course will offer current, relative information on clinical topics to maximize the value of chiropractic care. The speaker for this presentation will cover the latest research impacting your clinic, clinical decision making and the chiropractor’s role in maximizing outcomes locally and globally.
Hailey Jules
Title: Chiropractic Assistant Training
Session 1 – Money Talk: Have you ever struggled to ask for payment? Do you get a lot of patient objections when it comes to cost of care? Does your team lack confidence when bringing a patient through financially? If so, then this is the perfect session for you. Chiropractic is a priceless gift and it’s time we view it that way so that our patients can do the same! In this session, we will be going over all things financial! We already know that chiropractic care adds immeasurable value to a person’s life, but is your team building its PERCEIVED VALUE to your patients? You and your team will come out of this session with plenty of tools to use while handling patient objections and the confidence it takes to charge for your incredible life giving services.
Session 2 – The key to lasting retention: What’s the difference between patients that leave and patients that stay? In this session, you will find out what many of the most successful practices are doing to create lifetime wellness patients! That’s right, patients dedicated to a lifetime of Chiropractic care. Also, learn how to attract epic Chiropractic Assistants that want to work hard and stay!
Sunday Speakers
Cliff Tao DC, DACBR
Title: How to Not Miss Relevant Imaging Findings
Description: Learn essential strategies and best practices to ensure accurate interpretation of imaging studies. This guide provides radiologists and healthcare professionals with practical tips on recognizing and avoiding common pitfalls, enhancing diagnostic accuracy, and improving patient outcomes.
James Chester
Title: Telling The Chiropractic Story: Communication and Philosophy
Description: There are many challenges facing the chiropractic profession. Join Chiropractic advocate and podcast host James Chester as he shares his thoughts on the future of the profession as well as the unique opportunities that lay ahead. Everything you need to know about making an impact in your community. Including the importance of being a great adjuster, taking good care of yourself and knowing who your ideal client is. James shares his knowledge around finding the balance between new school and old school patient education, the difference between acquiring and converting patients, and the importance of learning to nurture conversations with anyone who walks in your door. He will also discuss how building interpersonal relationships with nearby practitioners in your community is a way to build professional referrals and how investing in yourself positively impacts other areas of your life.
QME Speakers
(Saturday)
This year, we’re offering an invaluable opportunity to earn 6 hours of QME recertification, including 2 hours dedicated to essential anti-bias training. Enhance your expertise, stay current in your field, and engage in meaningful discussions with fellow professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to expand your knowledge and make a positive impact in your practice.
Moses Jacob DC, FCCA, QME
Paul Marsh DC, QME
Wayne Whalen DC, FCCA, QME
PI Speakers
(Friday & Saturday)
Kent Choi DC
Kevin Cressey DC, FCCA
Esther Estrada Esq
Trevor Gladych Esq
Charina Holmes DC, CCSP, QME
Hirsh Kaveeshvar DO
Jimmy Kazandjian DC, LAc
Sana Khan MD, PhD
Jerome Konell Esq
Marc Lazarus Esq
Christina Malyan Esq
Jennifer Pedley MS, CCSP, DC, DACBR
Anthony Pirritano DC
