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Alumna Dr. Holly Tucker Reappointed to WFC Council

Posted on April 29, 2022 in Alumni in College of Chiropractic in Tower Magazine

Holly Tucker, DC (’11), MPH, CHES, FASA was recently reappointed to the World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) Board of Directors as a representative for North America. “My primary role is to represent our region by being involved in the promotion and advancement of the chiropractic profession globally,” Dr. Tucker said. “My goal is to serve as a bridge of communication between chiropractors here and around the world. I share health care developments and trends happening in the U.S. with representatives from other regions, and I report on what’s happening around the globe to the chiropractic community here.” First appointed to …

Meet Pediatrics Faculty Dr. Allison Harvey

Posted on March 29, 2022July 11, 2024 in College of Chiropractic in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics

Meet Allison Harvey, DC, instructor in Logan’s Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatric program. Specializing in pediatric care, Dr. Harvey has been treating children since 2006 and is one of the only board-eligible Diplomates in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics (DICCP) in Missouri. In addition to serving as the senior clinician for the pediatric department at the Montgomery Health Center on Logan University’s campus, Dr. Harvey teaches pediatric courses to trimester 7 Doctor of Chiropractic students and oversees the very specialized, highly sought-after pediatrics rotation. Dr. Harvey is certified in acupuncture and has attended multiple seminars and programs in her nearly two …

Logan Alumnae Find Success as Instructors at Maryville University

Posted on December 14, 2021 in Alumni in College of Chiropractic

Logan University Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) graduates are well-prepared for a variety of rewarding careers, including in education. Three former Logan students are using their DC degrees as instructors at Maryville University in St. Louis. Quen Bell, DC (’07) After graduating from Logan, Dr. Bell moved to Los Angeles to practice chiropractic with her aunt; however, she quickly discovered a passion for patient education. “It didn’t take long for me to realize teaching was my favorite part of my job,” she said. Dr. Bell also believed a career in academia would allow her to spend more time with her four …

How to Become a Pediatric Chiropractor

Posted on November 17, 2021February 28, 2024 in College of Chiropractic in Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics

Doctors of Chiropractic can change the trajectory of children’s lives in a positive way by improving their health. Logan University’s online Master of Science in Integrative Pediatrics program blends passion, excellence and leadership and offers clinically focused, evidence-based, specialized training for Doctors of Chiropractic seeking to become experts in pediatric health care. What’s required for acceptance into Logan’s chiropractic pediatrics program? Applicants must meet the following criteria: Possess a Doctor of Chiropractic degree from an institution accredited by the U.S. Department of Education Earned a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4.0 scale in qualifying DC degree Have a …

Logan University Introduces Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics

Posted on October 19, 2021January 21, 2025 in Careers in College of Chiropractic in College of Health Sciences in Healthcare

Founded on more than 85 years of chiropractic education and as a leader in integrated health care, Logan University is proud to be the first chiropractic university in the U.S. to offer a Master of Science degree in Chiropractic Pediatrics. With an understanding that Doctors of Chiropractic (DC) can change the trajectory of children’s lives by improving their health, this degree program provides high-quality, clinically focused, specialized training for DCs who want to take their pediatric knowledge and expertise to a higher level and deliver safe and effective care modified for pediatric patients. “The Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics …

What Types of Exercise Are Best for Low Back Pain?

Posted on October 7, 2021June 8, 2023 in College of Chiropractic in Healthcare in Online Resources in Resources

By Patrick Boylan, DC We know that exercise is an effective treatment for low back pain, especially when it’s a chronic issue. But with all the different types of exercises out there, how do you know which will get the best results? A study published in the British Journal of Sports Medicine in 2019 found that it depends on your goals. They broke it down into three categories of outcomes: reducing low back pain, increasing physical function and improving mental health. So, in honor of October being National Chiropractic Heath Month, let’s look at which types of exercise perform best …