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DC Transfer Student Succeeds with Three Logan Degrees

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When it came time for Amanda Rose, DC (’23), MSNHP (’23), MSSSR (’22) to start studying for the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT), she realized medicine was no longer her passion. Having received chiropractic care growing up and valuing the treatment, her career change was decided. “My aunt was a chiropractor and I grew up seeing one for sport-related injuries. My chiropractor would tell me if I needed to see an orthopedist or a physical therapist, or if I could do the rehabilitation on my own,” Dr. Rose said. “I appreciated and trusted his opinion, so I decided pursue chiropractic …

Dr. Sherry McAllister: 2025 Dr. Beatrice B. Hagen Award Recipient

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At age 19, Sherry McAllister, DC, M.S. (Ed), CCSP, FACC was a biology student at the University of Calgary preparing for a career in pediatric oncology. But a serious car accident altered her plans. Months of debilitating headaches and lower back pain left her searching for answers. “I felt like I was living in doctors’ offices,” Dr. McAllister said. “The medication wasn’t solving the problem. I was frustrated and running out of hope.” A classmate suggested chiropractic care. Skeptical but desperate, Dr. McAllister made an appointment. The visit changed her life. “It was the first time someone explained what was …

Blending Chiropractic and Nutrition, Dr. Adam McRoberts Focuses on Holistic Care and Research

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Raised in Valley City, North Dakota, and currently residing in Wisconsin, Adam McRoberts, DC, MS (’23) has made significant strides in both his academic and professional life. A chiropractor by trade, Dr. McRoberts’ interest in wellness extends beyond his chiropractic practice, which led him to pursue a Master of Science in Nutrition and Human Performance (MSNHP) from Logan University. Logan’s fully online program, coupled with its small faculty-to-student ratio and world-renowned professors, initially drew Dr. McRoberts to the university. “My time at Logan exceeded expectations, not only in the quality of instruction but also in the connections I made with …

Logan’s MSHI Program Transitioning to Seven-Week Course Format in August 2025

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Logan University’s College of Health Sciences is excited to launch seven-week courses for the online Master of Science in Health Informatics (MSHI) program, beginning in August 2025 for new students. The shift from the current 15-week course format to seven* weeks will allow full-time students to complete the MSHI program in just one year. “The shorter sessions allow students to complete the program faster, but the amount of quality coursework does not change,” said MSHI program director Regina Glenn, PhD, RHIA, CHDA, CCS, CPHIMS. “Students should prepare to manage their time effectively, staying on top of assignments and responsibilities.” In …

Understanding Dry Needling and Its Role in Healthcare

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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 …

Donor Spotlight: The Doyle Family

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For generations, the Doyle family has upheld a tradition of giving back to Logan University and its students. Central to this legacy of generosity is the Dr. B.E. Doyle Scholarship, a fund established by the late B.E. Doyle, DC (‘63), whose career as a chiropractor shaped not only his life but also those of his children and countless others. Dr. B.E. Doyle’s path to chiropractic began in the early 1960s. A meat cutter by trade, he suffered a debilitating back injury that left him searching for alternatives to surgery. A recommendation from a fellow meat cutter and Logan graduate led …