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National Nutrition Month: Myth Vs. Fact

By Heidi Obermark, MSAND student As a dietetic intern, I’ve had the opportunity to work with diverse patient populations across a variety of settings, including community nutrition, food service and clinical practice. For National Nutrition Month, I wanted to create a project to celebrate the month and raise awareness at my cardiac rehab rotation at the Heart Care Institute in Creve Coeur, Missouri, where I work closely with patients recovering from cardiac events, helping them make meaningful lifestyle changes. I developed a “Nutrition Myth Vs. Fact” flyer, featuring a different topic every week. My goal was to address common nutritional …

The Role of Nutrition in Disease Prevention

Good nutrition and disease prevention go hand in hand. As more research highlights the impact of dietary choices on chronic disease, the need for qualified dietitians continues to grow. The World Health Organization emphasizes that a proper diet plays a crucial role in chronic disease prevention, reducing the risk of conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer prevention. How Nutrition Affects Public Health A well-balanced dietary pattern is essential for maintaining overall health and promoting disease control. A diet rich in essential nutrients, including vitamin D and vitamin C, supports immune function and helps in preventing chronic disease. Conversely, …

Dr. Cheryl Burtle’s Career at Logan is a ‘Dream Come True’

Cheryl Burtle, DC (’99), RT (R) (BD) (ARRT), CCD® realized she wanted to become a chiropractor at the age of 12 when she accompanied her mother to a chiropractic appointment at the office of Lois Ward, DC (’63). “There were cards in the reception area at Dr. Ward’s office that said, ‘If you are interested in chiropractic, send this to Logan University,’” Dr. Burtle said. “So, I did, and I started receiving the Tower. I knew chiropractic was my calling.” After two years working as a radiologic technologist at Mineral Area Regional Medical Center in Farmington, Missouri, Dr. Burtle decided …

Understanding Dry Needling and Its Role in Healthcare

Dry needling is an increasingly popular therapeutic technique used for managing muscle pain and dysfunction. While often associated with acupuncture, dry needling is a distinct practice rooted in Western medicine, focusing specifically on soft tissue manipulation. Its regulation and scope of practice vary by state, creating different legal and professional landscapes depending on location and practitioner qualifications. Although both dry needling and acupuncture involve the insertion of thin needles into the skin, their underlying principles and applications differ significantly. Acupuncture, grounded in traditional Chinese medicine, focuses on restoring the body’s energy flow (Qi) by stimulating specific meridian points. It is …

Women’s Clinic Offers Life-Changing Relief for Endometriosis Patients

March is National Endometriosis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing the awareness and understanding of a condition that affects millions of women and adolescents of reproductive age worldwide. This painful disorder occurs when tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, leading to severe pain and reproductive complications. “Endometriosis can profoundly impact a woman’s life, causing debilitating pain affecting her ability to perform everyday activities,” said Emily Kliethermes, DC, lead clinician at the Foot Levelers Women’s Health Clinic at Logan University Health Centers’ Montgomery Health Center. “Our goal is for women to feel heard and know that …

DCs to-be Take on D.C. at ACA Annual Conference

Five of Logan University’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) students had the opportunity to attend the American Chiropractic Association’s (ACA) Engage 2025 conference in Washington, D.C. earlier this year. As members of Logan’s Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA), the students accompanied ACA members as they lobbied on Capitol Hill for the Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act. Learn more about their experience in SACA and at the ACA Engage 2025 conference through the Q&A below. What is the ACA Engage Conference? Gail Savage, trimester 7 DC student: The ACA Engage conference is an annual conference and lobbying event attended by ACA members …