Maggie Teson, Author at Logan University

Micheala Edwards, DC (‘09) Elected President of the ABCA

Posted on July 13, 2020 in Alumni in College of Chiropractic

Micheala Edwards, DC (‘09) has been elected president of the American Black Chiropractic Association (ABCA). She is the fourth woman in the history of the organization to be named president. “Being elected president was a goal I set for myself years ago,” Dr. Edwards said. “I’m very excited to now serve the ABCA in this new role.” Dr. Edwards practices at E. Elite Wellness Center in Kansas City, Missouri, and has previously served as ABCA Vice President and Treasurer. A member of the Board of Directors for the past 12 years, Dr. Edwards has seen and contributed to the changes …

Fourth Consecutive Logan Student Elected SABCA Regional Representative

Posted on July 10, 2020July 13, 2020 in College of Chiropractic in Students

Renee Gentle, trimester 7 student from Houston, Texas has been elected Central Regional Representative of the Student American Black Chiropractic Association (SABCA). Renee is Secretary of Logan’s SABCA chapter and the fourth consecutive Logan student to be elected to the regional position. She follows Logan students Kayla Dozier, Antoine Wright and Logan alum, Chohnice Daniels DC, MS, CCA. The central region represents six schools including Cleveland University, National University of Health Sciences, Northwestern Health Sciences University College of Chiropractic, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Parker University College of Chiropractic, Texas Chiropractic College and Logan University. “I’m excited to be able to …

Your Whole Health: Keeping Your Mind & Body Healthy

Posted on June 18, 2020 in Healthcare in Resources

In the midst of the COVID-19 crisis, it has become increasingly important to maintain mindfulness and reduce stress. Physical activity is a great way to positively impact overall health and happiness. Theresa DeLorenzo DCN, RD, Program Director of Nutrition and Human Performance at Logan, has been practicing yoga for 12 years. “Activities like yoga can help clear your mind, decrease stress and help to prevent long-term chronic diseases,” said Dr. DeLorenzo. Some of the same benefits can be found in meditation practices as well. Kristina Petrocco DC, MS, FICC, Director of Assessment and Accreditation at Logan has been meditating for …

Logan University Partners with Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System

Posted on June 16, 2020June 16, 2020 in Careers in College of Chiropractic

Starting this fall, chiropractic students at Logan University will be able to complete their clinical rotations at Central Arkansas Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHS). The opportunity comes by way of an agreement between Logan and CAVHS. A recent law change in Arkansas now allows Chiropractic students to gain hands-on educational experience, as Arkansas had historically been an “observation-only” state. Michael DuPriest DC, PT, DPT, FACO, (’87) has worked hard to make this opportunity possible. Dr. DuPriest, lead chiropractor at CAVHS, began working towards his goal to change chiropractic laws in Arkansas when he met Jason Goodman, DC, PhD, Director of Clinical …

Logan Staff Host Weight Management Webinar

Posted on June 15, 2020 in Healthcare in Online Resources

Faculty, staff and students are invited to join Theresa DeLorenzo, DCN, RD, program director for Logan’s Master’s in Nutrition & Human Performance, and Kelsey Boylan, DC, Integrated Health Center clinician and adjunct faculty, for a webinar on Weight Management the Healthy Way. The webinar will be held at 5:30 PM (CST) Tuesday, June 16. Please find Zoom information below: Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/91613593598 Meeting ID: 916 1359 3598

Women in Chiropractic Live Online Event

Posted on June 11, 2020June 11, 2020 in Healthcare in Online Resources

Wednesday June 17th at 5pm CST From the playing fields of NCAA Division 1 athletics to the halls of the Veteran’s Administration, women are breaking barriers and making a difference in chiropractic care. Find your place in chiropractic, and explore the roles for women in natural health care. Join current and future students and practicing clinicians for a free, live session on Women in Chiropractic. Join Drs. Petrocco-Napuli, Humphries and Harvey as they discuss the importance of chiropractic care and women’s health. This panel will review and answers questions around a number of topics, including: sports chiropractic, treating active-duty military, …