Continuing Education 
 

Palmer College of Chiropractic Homecoming, West Campus 2019


*A maximum of 20 hours may be earned pending your state board's approval.
 
Event Check-in: Anyone who has pre-registered may check-in Thursday, May 2nd from 2 to 5 p.m. in the Main lobby. Check-in will re-open on Friday at 8 a.m., Saturday at 7 a.m., and Sunday at 7:30 a.m. Registrations are sorted alphabetically; please take a moment upon arrival to read the registration desk signs in order to expedite your check-in time.
 
Photo Identification: A photo ID will be required to check in.
 
Saturday Night Gala Tickets: The location of the Saturday Night Gala is at the Marriott, Santa Clara in the Grand Ballroom from 7-11 p.m. on Saturday, May 4, 2019. Doctors and guests will need to purchase a ticket with their registration if they plan on attending the Saturday Night Gala. Tickets will not be available at the entrance to the Saturday Night Gala; they must be purchased before 6 p.m. on Friday, May 3rd.

To view current schedule and most up-to-date CE approvals please visit http://www.palmer.edu/continuing-education/homecoming/program/schedule/. Please note changes may occur.

Speaker Notes: Speaker notes will be available on our website in an electronic format only prior to the event if they are provided.
 
Cancellation Policy: Full refunds, less a 25-percent administrative fee, will be made on all cancellations received by April 19, 2019. Refunds will not be considered for requests received after April 19, 2019.
 
Certificate: If you registered for CE, a verification of attendance email will be sent within 4 weeks of the event. At that time you can log on to print off your certificate.

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Registration closes on May 01, 2019 at 12:00 AM

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This session will focus on the importance of effective communication in obtaining a comprehensive patient history that will direct the Chiropractor to confidently establish an initial differential diagnosis and explore sociodemographic factors that may impact the management of the patient. Information obtained during the patient encounter combined with appropriate physical examination procedures, including necessary orthopedic, neurologic, and special study assessments, will ensure an accurate diagnosis, determine the most effective individual treatment plan, and establish a rewarding doctor-patient relationship.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Tammi Clark, D.C.

Theresa Whitney, D.C.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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  • Introduction to science, scientific method and evidence-based practice. 
  • Why the evidence doesn’t show what I know to be true.
  • How should we reconcile evidence and clinical experience?

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Stephen Perle, D.C.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This course will offer greater understanding of the current challenges facing American healthcare and the value of chiropractic in the equation. Dr. McAllister will cover research exploring how chiropractic care can address many of the current challenges that create increased spending, decreased patient satisfaction, and higher risk to the patient.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Sherry McAllister, D.C., M.S. (Ed), CCSP®

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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  • What is Health Services Research?
  • What can it achieve for the profession?
  • Current projects at RAND and Palmer and their possibilities.
  • The future.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Ian Coulter, Ph.D.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 11:15 AM - 12:15 AM

CE Hours

1.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This 2-hour discussion will provide an overview of the imaging features of common physeal injuries that occur in the pediatric population. Clinical and pathologic correlation as well management of these injuries will also be discussed.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Ashley Hook, D.C.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00
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This chiropractic technique seminar provides the rationale for two less-commonly presented methods for treating the low back: the use of padded wedges, as developed by Sacro-Occipital Technique, and drop-table procedures, as developed by Thompson Technique. Although inspired by the founders, DeJarnette and Thompson, this seminar updates these procedures in accordance with contemporary developments in chiropractic technique. This presentation integrates elements of SOT, Thompson Technique, Pierce-Stillwagon Technique, and Chiropractic Biophysics.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Robert Cooperstein, D.C., M.A.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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The opioid crisis in America has led to serious complications and challenges in the management of pain and inflammation, so much so that an increasing need for a more natural treatment approach is required. The combined treatment regimen of chiropractic care and nutrition therapy can provide effective, prescription-free clinical solutions and result in improved patient outcomes. This session will help participants better understand this approach and why it provides important health advantages, plus advances chiropractic care.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Bill Hemmer, D.C.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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Traumatic brain injuries, i.e., concussions, chronically impact quality of life and health. Early intervention to normalize brain biochemistry and physiology can reduce symptoms and improve long-term outcome. This seminar will discuss the current research on specific nutrients and how they help brain function after injury. 

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Susan St. Claire, D.C.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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A continuation of Part 1.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Robert Cooperstein, D.C., M.A.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This session will examine the most significant literature published during the past 3 years. It begins with the 3 most common mistakes made when interpreting a research article. 
Its focus will include three specific areas: 
1.    What’s new regarding the evidence for frequency of care and maintenance care?
2.    What’s new about pertinent lifestyle changes and their impact on morbidity and mortality?
3.    What’s new regarding what is known about low back pain and disc herniation? 
Come and learn the latest information on these topics.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Tom Souza, D.C.

Date: 05/03/19
Time: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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Date: 05/03/19 04:00 PM - 05/05/19 05:00 PM

Fee

$200.00
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Date: 05/03/19

Fee

$100.00
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Date: 05/03/19

Fee

$125.00
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Date: 05/03/19

Fee

$50.00
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Date: 05/03/19

Fee

$50.00
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Registration closes on May 01, 2019 at 12:00 AM

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What is mechanical assessment and treatment classification? This session will provide a systematic approach to: Ruling out the spine as the cause of extremity conditions, according to the latest research; where to refer when the spine is ruled out; and understanding MDT Classification regarding the Extremities. Case presentations will be included.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Tom Lotus, D.C., FACO, Cert.MDT, DACRB(C)

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This live class is two hours long and focuses on ethics and professional boundaries for chiropractors. The course will address California regulations regarding ethics for chiropractors and includes real case studies. The cases presented are examples of unethical/unprofessional chiropractic conduct and its consequences. The first hour will discuss definitions, laws, and professional conduct codes with examples of unethical behaviors and consequences. The second hour will discuss case studies on various types of unethical behavior including sexual misconduct, fraud, and abuse; regulations and warning signs of unethical behavior; consequences.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Mary Frost, D.C., M.B.A.

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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The main resource to learn how to treat a pregnant woman for chiropractors is the Webster Technique through the ICPA.  Beyond this additional certification, most practitioners do not have many resources on treating this population. Learn how to take a relevant history, assessment, what to educate your patient on with her changing body. Plus, review a through treatment with the addition of rehab home care and educating patients on exercise modifications throughout their pregnancy.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Nichelle Gurule, D.C.

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 09:00 AM - 11:00 AM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This session will cover current data on chiropractic use, distribution, and access trends. In the Veterans Health Administration, Dr. Lisi will discuss an update on expansion plans, data on relationships between chiropractic use, and opioid use, plus, information about what chiropractors in private practice can do to serve Veterans. Concepts in integration, inter-professional education, and cultural transformation to be covered will include: Collaborative case management with medical providers; health-care provider training; D.C. student, D.C. resident, and fellowship opportunities; plus, directions in health-policy evolution. Doctor of chiropractic employment opportunities, policies, traits, and qualifications also will be discussed.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Anthony Lisi, D.C.

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 11:15 AM - 12:15 PM

CE Hours

1.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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We are taught “when you hear hoofbeats, think horses, not zebras.” But sometimes the patient’s presentation actually IS a zebra. In a “grand rounds” format, this session will explore a series of unusual chiropractic case presentations, with an opportunity for attendees to work through the assessment, diagnosis, and management. Come test your knowledge!!

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Ashlee Drover, D.C.

Michelle Barber-Drover, D.C., M.S.W.

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This session will focus on the biomechanics of adjusting in chiropractic clinical patient care. Dr. Leech will cover spinal and joint movements, biomechanical patient assessment, and radiology correlates, as well as the ergonomics of patient adjusting. Research findings, case studies, and patient response to various types of adjustments will be discussed. There will be no hands-on technique in this session. Instruction will be through dialogue only.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Siri Leech, D.C., DACBR

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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Many women continue fitness during their pregnancy and return to fitness postpartum without any guidelines on what is safe for their body. Most coaches and trainers have no idea what should be modified or even why the movements should be modified. While trainers and coaches should know this important information for their clients, chiropractors and other providers should also be knowledgeable in this essential information to help educate their patients on how to maintain a healthy body through this transformative period in a woman’s life.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Nichelle Gurule, D.C.

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 01:15 PM - 03:15 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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A review of 40 different cervical pain treatment options from a variety of sources to determine what’s effective and what’s not.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Steven Huybrecht, D.C.

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This session will explore questions such as: Can we measure athletic performance and recovery and what are the methods we use to do this? What is a biomarker and how is it measured? Does gender play a role? Can nutrition be used to move biomarkers? Do they have a positive and/or a negative influence? Do hormones affect tissue repair and athletic recovery? Are they a help or a hindrance? What are the best diets and training plans for athletes? How do we know if they’re working?

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Gina Sirchio-Lotus, D.C., CCN

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This program will review the science and application of cupping and floss therapy as they pertain to common musculoskeletal complaints. The session will commence with known mechanisms of action along with several simple and effective methods of application to address common lower and extremity issues as well as some novel trunk/spine techniques. We will show what occurs under the skin, during this intervention, with the use of live MSK ultrasound demonstrations. Upon completion attendees should feel comfortable utilizing these interventions to improve pain and functional deficits with their patient base.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Steve Capobianco, D.C.

Date: 05/04/19
Time: 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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Date: 05/04/19
Time: 07:00 PM - 07:10 PM

Fee

$60.00
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Date: 05/04/19
Time: 07:15 PM - 07:25 PM

Fee

$120.00
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Date: 05/04/19
Time: 07:30 PM - 07:40 PM

Fee

$180.00
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Date: 05/04/19
Time: 07:45 PM - 07:55 PM

Fee

$240.00
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Date: 05/04/19
Time: 09:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Fee

$300.00
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Registration closes on May 01, 2019 at 12:00 AM

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A wide variety of interesting cases will be presented ranging from Chiari malformations to sesamoiditis, with an in-depth review of each pathology discussed, including differential considerations. You can stay engaged with the opportunity to participate in live audience poling for an enhanced learning experience.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Matthew Skalski, D.C., DACBR

Date: 05/05/19
Time: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

CE Hours

4.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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In this session, Dr. Cremata will review the treatment and report writing in workers’ compensation. He will also provide a review of the report writing and billing parameters for the QME within the applicable labor code and regulations.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Ed Cremata, D.C.

Date: 05/05/19
Time: 08:00 AM - 12:00 PM

CE Hours

4.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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This 2-hour discussion will provide an overview of the imaging features of common non-inflammatory and inflammatory arthropathies. Clinical and pathologic correlation, as well as management of these arthropathies will also be discussed.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Ashley Hook, D.C.

Date: 05/05/19
Time: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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In this final section of the series on workers’ compensation, Dr. Cremata will cover how to provide the most accurate impairment: applying the current law and newer court decisions to decisions regarding impairment, apportionment within a well-structured, and easy to read report for all parties.

Speaker(s)/Author(s)

Ed Cremata, D.C.

Date: 05/05/19
Time: 12:30 PM - 02:30 PM

CE Hours

2.00

Location

Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus
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