Education Designed for Real-World Practice
Explore the weekend of clinical education, practice development, professional updates and meaningful opportunities to connect. Every session is selected to provide useful knowledge, new perspectives and practical ideas that attendees can apply in their practices.
About the Sessions and Speakers

"No Better Time Than Now to be a Sports Chiropractor / Managing the Risk"
Presented by Dr. Alan Sokoloff
Many chiropractors have cleared the way for sports minded chiropractors to be involved in sports at every level or competition. But what does it take to get there? Where do you fit in? What do you need to know? How do you avoid “risk”? We will look at what you need to do to pursue and achieve your goals in sports chiropractic at every level. Whether it is in the office or on the field, we will examine and demonstrate the tools you need to increase your chances of becoming a successful sports chiropractor and then how to stay there. I will discuss steps to maintain a position in sports medicine by avoiding common pitfalls and mistakes when treating athletes. Proper communication and documentation are keys to long successful relationships in the sports health world.
General Session on Saturday, October 3 at 8:00 am
CE: 2 hours

"Nutritional Strategies for Joint Pain, Inflammation and Injury Prevention"
Presented by Dr. Scott Bergman
While acute inflammation is our body’s natural response to protect and repair, chronic inflammation has no therapeutic benefit and creates a cascade of dysfunction, impedes performance, and inhibits recovery. This presentation will provide the clinician methods to address acute and chronic inflammation, promote tissue repair, and address nutrient reserve depletion that can cause further dysfunction. Explore nutritional strategies and protocols with Dr. Bergman for next day implementation to help your patients achieve their health goals.
Break out sessions on Saturday, October 3 at 1:30 pm and 3:15 pm
CE: 2 hours

"Know Your Numbers: Financial Mastery for the New Doctor"
Presented by Dr. Rosemary Batanjski
A live lecture designed specifically for new doctors entering practice. This session equips newly licensed chiropractors with the financial fluency needed to understand, track, and grow their contribution to practice performance. Participants will gain clarity on how a practice generates revenue, how their daily clinical decisions impact collections, and how to use data — not emotion — to lead their performance with confidence and intention.
Break out sessions on Saturday, October 3 at 1:30 pm and 3:15 pm
CE: 2 hours

"Biomechanics"
Presented by Dr. Mark Charrette
In the first hour of this course, Dr. Charrette will introduce and go over basic terminology such as, basic biomechanics of the spine, lower extremity developmental patterns, and lower extremity biomechanics. After that he will look at joint dysfunction, examination procedures, stabilization procedures and common spinal patterns. He will then move on to common lower extremity biomechanical patterns before finishing by showing some useful adjustments.
Break out sessions on Saturday, October 3 at 1:30 pm and 3:15 pm
CE: 2 hours

“Neural Integrity and the Framework of Whole-Being Health: Integrative Strategies for Personalized Care”
Present by Dr. Sherry McAllister
This session introduces participants to a constructive, personalized care model that places neural integrity at the center of whole-being health. Grounded in neurophysiology and lifestyle science, this lecture presents integrative strategies that optimize patient outcomes through a personalized care approach. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between the nervous system, behavioral choices, and environmental inputs to enhance resilience, reduce chronic disease risk, and improve quality of life. Participants will gain actionable tools to apply neural integrity principles in clinical settings, particularly within prevention-focused, patient-centered models of care.
General Session on Sunday, October 4 at 11:15 am
CE: 2 hours

Camille Eldridge
“Provider Enrollment and Credentialing: Basics and Maintenance”
Exploring the two core components of Provider Enrollment: Credentialing and Contracting. Participants will learn best practices for license verification, required credentialing documentation, completing applications accurately, evaluating provider contracts, selecting insurance plans, and maintaining enrollment to avoid network termination. The course also covers strategies for monitoring provider enrollment portals in an increasingly automated environment. Note: This course strictly adheres to Antitrust laws.
“Chiropractic Billing in Medicare Land”
Provides an introduction to Medicare billing for chiropractic practices, including basic billing requirements, coverage guidelines, and documentation essentials. Participants will also learn the fundamentals of coordination of benefits and how to accurately profile patients with multiple insurance plans to reduce claim errors and improve reimbursement.
Break out sessions on Sunday, October 4 at 9:00 am and 11:15 am
CE: none

"Chiropractic Radiology Cases"
Presented by Dr. Cliff Tao
This course will review a variety of diagnostic imaging cases from various chiropractors. Various imaging modalities such as plain radiography, MRI, CT and cone beam CT will be reviewed, and a range of body regions but focusing on the spine and musculoskeletal system will be presented. The imaging cases will be unique and relevant to the practicing chiropractor, and there will be some discussion on proper case management, clinical decision-making, and how to reduce radiological errors
General Session on Sunday, October 4 at 9:00 am
CE: 2 hours

Dr. Mario Fucinari
“Proper Utilization of ICD-10 Codes and Guidelines”
Each year, the ICD-10 code system updates on October 1. Ensuring your practice is aware of the codes and proper use is imperative. Updating codes and policy guidelines on their use is essential in your practice. Learn the rules, regulations, and procedures of diagnosis coding. We will examine how to diagnose your patients effectively, look for the red flags in coding, and better utilize the coding guidelines to explain the patient’s
circumstances. Perfect for doctors, staff, and billers.
General Session on Saturday, October 3 at 10:30 am
CE: 2 hours
“Be Informed About the Informed Consent”
Informed consent for treatment requires clear communication about choices. Informed consent is not a signature on a form; it is a communication process in which patients are given information about their options for tests, treatments, or procedures and the opportunity to participate in informed decisions. Proper documentation is essential to avoid litigation. Dr. Mario Fucinari will define the standard of care and clarify the
components and delivery of appropriate informed consent.
Break out sessions on Saturday, October 3 at 1:30 pm
CE: 2 hours
“Navigating Rules and Regulations of a Cash Practice”
Operating a cash practice offers numerous advantages, including increased control over pricing, reduced administrative burdens, and enhanced patient-provider relationships. However, it also comes with its own set of challenges and risks. Failure to comply with the rules and regulations specific to cash practices can lead to severe consequences, including legal penalties, loss of licensure, and damage to professional reputation. This class aims to equip practitioners with the knowledge and tools to navigate the legal landscape, ensuring compliance and mitigating potential risks.
Break out sessions on Saturday, October 3 at 3:15 pm
CE: 2 hours

44Dr. John D. Lockenour
“The Treatment of Emotional Trauma and PTSD with Chinese Medicine”
During this 2 hour class the following topics will be presented to identify psychological stressors in the acupuncture practice that may lead to increased risk or harm to the patient. For millennia, Chinese medicine physicians have asserted that the seven emotions can be a major cause of disease. Following emotional trauma, the body becomes susceptible to pathogens and organ dysfunction, leading to a variety of ailments.
Break out sessions on Saturday, October 3 at 1:30 pm and 3:15 pm
CE: 4 hours
“Acupuncture Treatment of Common Orthopedic Disorders”
This course covers all aspects of Acupuncture, and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) in reference to commonly seen orthopedic disorders. History, philosophy, and time-honored concepts will be taught concerning methods of diagnosis and treatment. Traditional and modern treatment methods such as, Acupuncture Point Formulas, “Circling the Dragon”, Auriculotherapy, Gua Sha , Electrical and Laser Stimulation, joint manipulation (Tunia) and Herbal Prescriptions will be demonstrated for each disorder. Demonstration of these treatment protocols as well as discussion on how to integrate them into a clinical setting will be presented.
Break out sessions on Sunday, October 4 at 9:00 am
CE: 2 hours
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