Maggie Toigo, Author at Logan University

Logan Introduces USA Adapted Sports & Programs

Posted on February 7, 2023June 25, 2024 in Leaders Made in USAPP

Paralympic Operations at Logan University has now transitioned to USA Adapted Sports & Programs, under the direction of Executive Director Kelley Humphries-Mascoll, DC, MS, EMT-P, CSCS, ICSC, CCSP. The name reflects a refocused effort and expanded reach to include all adaptive athletes. It also provides new opportunities for Logan faculty, staff and students to become involved. USA Adapted Sports & Programs believes people with disabilities should have equal access to anything — as the general population has — through awareness, well-trained caregivers and trainers, and adapted opportunities for fitness. “Our mission is to be the gold standard for any organization …

Logan Grad One of Nation’s First Certified Performance & Sports Scientists

Posted on February 7, 2023June 25, 2024 in Alumni in College of Health Sciences

As a lifelong athlete, the field of sports science always intrigued Colin Doherty, M.S., LAT, ATC, CSCS, CPSS, CES, ITAT, PES. During his career as an athletic trainer, Colin spent time learning about strength and conditioning programs and how the professions overlap with athletic training. In 2020, he decided to enroll in Logan’s Master of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation (MS-SSR) program to further his education and give himself a competitive edge in the industry. “I hadn’t been in school for twelve years and was really stressed out at first about my decision to go back,” said Colin. s Earning …

Dr. David Berger: The Path to Pediatric Chiropractic

Posted on February 3, 2023January 31, 2023 in Alumni in College of Chiropractic

As a practicing Doctor of Chiropractic in The Netherlands, David Berger, DC was looking to take his career to the next level. “I have always loved treating patients and helping people, but I wanted to upgrade my skills and knowledge in chiropractic, especially with kids,” said Dr. Berger, who earned his Doctor of Chiropractic from the University of Johannesburg in South Africa in 2016. “It just felt like something I needed and wanted to do. It was in practice that he discovered Logan’s new Master of Science in Integrative Pediatrics program. “I looked it up and sounded exactly what I …

Ten Reasons to Attend Symposium 2023

Posted on January 25, 2023June 27, 2024 in College of Chiropractic in Speakers in Symposium

Logan University is looking forward to welcoming alumni, faculty, staff and hundreds of leaders in chiropractic and health care to Symposium 2023: Honoring Tradition, Shaping Our Future April 13-16 on campus and at St. Louis Union Station. If you have not already registered, here are 10 reasons to consider attending this year’s event. Expand your knowledge. Informative, inspirational and entertaining, Symposium 2023’s nationally recognized speakers will address a variety of relevant topics, including clinical biomechanics of spinal disorders, chiropractic care for adolescents and pregnant patients, microbiome in gut health, cybersecurity, preventing medical errors during a pandemic, and more. View and download the …

Recent Logan Grads’ SACA Involvement Leads to National Appointments

Posted on January 17, 2023June 27, 2024 in Alumni in Clubs & Organizations in College of Chiropractic

Making time to get involved in various clubs and organizations while in college can be difficult. But for recent Logan Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) graduates Breanna Leach, DC (’22) and Tristan Alley, DC (’22), their involvement in Logan’s Student American Chiropractic Association (SACA) started at the beginning of their journey at Logan. “In a trimester 1 class, members from SACA came in and highlighted the importance of being in professional organizations,” explained Dr. Leach. “Their passion for fighting for the progression of chiropractic care really interested me.” SACA is a community of student doctors who support evidence-based, patient-centered, collaborative-care practice. …

How to Choose a Chiropractic Program

Posted on January 10, 2023June 27, 2024 in College of Chiropractic in Resources

Choosing a chiropractic school can be one of the most challenging choices aspiring Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) students must make. To help navigate the decision-making process, Logan University DC students Pierce Jackson and Grace Reinken offer insights into how and why they chose to call Logan home. Q: How did you decide to go to chiropractic school? Pierce Jackson: When I was working as a student trainer for the University of Memphis football team, I worked closely with Dr. Jude Miller, a Logan graduate. I asked him many questions about chiropractic care, how you get into chiropractic schools, what the …