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Dr. Karen Erickson: Pioneering Pediatric Chiropractic Integration and Education

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Karen Erickson, DC, FACC has been in practice for more than 30 years. One of her dreams at the beginning of her career was to see chiropractic integrated into a medical care team. She was able to not only watch it come true, but also contribute to the endeavor. “More than 20 years ago, I was invited to join an integrated practice in New York City, and it was the first chiropractic credentialed teaching hospital in the country: the Center for Health and Healing at Beth Israel Medical Center,” she said. “This hospital played a historic role in integrating chiropractic …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Four Logan University Students/Alumni Receive Coveted Spots for the VA Chiropractic Integrated Clinical Practice Residency Program Class of 2025

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Logan University is thrilled to announce that four students/alumni have been selected to join the VA Chiropractic Integrated Clinical Practice Residency Program Class of 2025. Congratulations to current students Chantelle Navarro, placed at VA St Louis; and Ahmed Jaafari, placed at VA Los Angeles; and to alumni Nicholas Littzi, DC (’23), placed at VA Miami; and Olivia Horner, DC, (’23), placed at VA Buffalo. “Many of the candidates from Logan University were extremely qualified with outstanding CVs outlying their solid academic backgrounds, clinical experiences and their leadership activities on campus. As a result of such a robust applicant pool from …

Logan University Announces Opening of The Foot Levelers Women’s Health Clinic

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Logan University proudly opened the new Foot Levelers Women’s Health Clinic at the Montgomery Health Center on the University’s campus. Logan is the first university worldwide to house a women’s health clinic on its premises, showcasing Logan’s commitment to excellence in health, education and service. The clinic offers a comprehensive approach to care, including chiropractic services, diagnostic imaging and nutritional counseling, conveniently accessible for a flat fee of $20, with acupuncture available for an additional $20. The new clinic is led by Emily Kliethermes, DC, who brings more than 25 years of experience in women’s health as a practicing chiropractor …