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Logan University to Provide Chiropractic Care to St. Louis Community College Student-Athletes

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Logan University is proud to announce its partnership with St. Louis Community College (STLCC), allowing Logan’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) interns to provide chiropractic consulting and care for its student-athletes. “This partnership will provide Logan interns practical learning opportunities while providing STLCC student-athletes with additional treatment and care,” said Logan’s Associate Provost of the College of Chiropractic, Kristina Petrocco-Napuli, DC, MS, DHPE (’23), FICC. “Logan is proud to build this relationship with STLCC.” In addition to chiropractic treatment and care, STLCC’s athletes will receive injury-related diagnostic and treatment services, nutritional counseling and more. STLCC athletes will also be able to …

Logan University Unveils Coggins Education Wing

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Logan University unveiled the Coggins Education Wing, which encompasses the north end of Logan’s Administration Building. The wing is named after alumnus William Coggins, DC (’40), who served as Logan’s third president for 18 years. Under his leadership, Logan became nationally accredited and led the merging of Missouri Chiropractic College and Logan. In 1973, he greatly expanded Logan’s campus by acquiring the buildings and grounds of the former Maryknoll Seminary, where Logan is housed today. Throughout his years as an academic leader and chiropractic clinician, Dr. Coggins was a strong advocate for research in both academic settings and in the …

Logan Alumna Helps Women Balance Career and Family by Sharing Helpful Tools to Simplify Life

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A three-time Logan alumna, Danielle Angela Eaton, DC (’08) received her undergraduate degree in 2006, her Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree in 2008 and her Master’s of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation (MS-SSR) also in 2008. After graduation, she began working at Logan as the assistant director of sports and rehabilitation at the University’s sports medicine clinic. In 2012, Dr. Eaton had her first child and left the position to start her own practice. “Running a solo private practice gave me great flexibility with my schedule and I was able to really focus on my patients,” she said. “However, …

Versatile MS-HI Student Hopes to Harness Power of Data Science for Global Charity

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As the director of communications for multinational nonprofit World Spine Care, a podcaster, a father of two, a professional ballroom dancer, and trail runner, Nathan Cashion, DC is a man of many talents. To further expand his horizons, Dr. Cashion is currently pursuing his Master of Science in Health Informatics (MS-HI) at Logan University. He earned a bachelor’s degree in exercise science—along with a minor in ballroom dance—from Brigham Young University in 2010. He received his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) as well as his master’s degree in exercise and sports science from the University of Western States in 2016. After …

Blazing Trails in Puerto Rico: Jake Halverson Brings Chiropractic Radiology to the Islands

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Jake Halverson, DC, DACBR, RMSK has blazed a trail by combining a passion for teaching with a dedication to advancing chiropractic care. Raised in Utah, Dr. Halverson knew he wanted to be a chiropractor from an early age. His path began with a degree in zoology with a minor in chemistry from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, laying the foundation for his future. He then earned his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) from Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus in California, where he graduated as valedictorian in 2018. Eager to expand his expertise, he came to Logan University for a …

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Throughout Pregnancy

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Pregnancy is certainly a transformative journey for women and some of the physical changes can bring about some discomfort. As the body undergoes the various stages of pregnancy, some women may experience back pain, pelvic discomfort, postural changes and many other issues. Chiropractic care can help alleviate some of the discomforts and can help women thrive during pregnancy. At Logan University’s new Foot Levelers Women’s Health Clinic, led by Emily Kliethermes, DC, many patients are seen who are pregnant and are planning on becoming pregnant. Before pregnancy, clinicians work with women to get their bodies ready by making sure the …