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Logan Alumna Dr. Kate Bruce Brings Quality Chiropractic Care Home

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Dr. Kate Bruce and her family

When Kate Bruce, DC (’15) sustained a hamstring injury playing soccer during her junior year of high school, she had no idea it would lead to a successful chiropractic career. “After I was injured, I saw my primary care physician and went through physical therapy, but I wasn’t feeling any better,” Dr. Bruce said. Determined to heal her injury, she went to see a family friend who had recently opened a chiropractic business in Columbus, Ohio. She found relief almost immediately. “After one or two treatments, I felt great,” Dr. Bruce said. “Eventually, I started talking with the chiropractor about

Dr. Kemmy Ritter Elected WCCS Director of Public Relations

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Kemmy Ritter, DC (‘19) was instrumental in bringing the World Congress of Chiropractic Students (WCCS) back to Logan University’s campus after nearly a decade of inactivity. Originally from Brazil, Dr. Ritter has always been interested in learning more about chiropractic care around the globe. When she met WCCS members at an American Chiropractic Association (ACA) and World Federation of Chiropractic Congress (WFCC) event, she was immediately intrigued with the organization. In 2017, Dr. Ritter and a few other students were responsible for reestablishing the Logan University chapter of WCCS. “I am so passionate about WCCS because of the platform this

#LeadersMade: Dr. Laurie Burke

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Laurie Burke, DC (‘82), CCSP, DABCA set up her practice in west county St. Louis the first weekday after she graduated from Logan University. While her location and her passion for chiropractic haven’t changed in the last 38 years, Dr. Burke has added some new tools to her arsenal, completing her acupuncture diplomate certificate after three years of study in 2016 through the American Chiropractic Association. “Acupuncture opened my eyes to a different way of healing,” she said. “It can treat a variety of disorders, including depression, menstrual irregularities, musculoskeletal problems, vertigo, Bell’s palsy, shingles and bedwetting.” She’s also found

Logan Grads Rise to the Challenges of a Global Pandemic

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This spring, DCs everywhere had to quickly figure out how to continue caring for patients while the COVID-19 pandemic unfolded. A Chiropractor on the Frontlines of COVID-19 in New York Ahmad Abdella, DC (’18) has called New York home for the majority of his life. Now working at New York Injury Experts, a multidisciplinary practice, he’s been treating patients on the frontlines of COVID-19 for the past few months. When the COVID-19 outbreak hit New York, Dr. Abdella’s office quickly made the transition to telemedicine. They checked in with patients via video conferencing apps like Skype, Zoom and Facetime and

August 2020 Postgraduate Programs

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Committed to our graduates’ ongoing development, Logan University’s Postgraduate Department offers a variety of engaging, affordable and applicable continuing education programs. Please see below for upcoming postgraduate webinars, live seminars, and on-demand programs. For more information or to register, visit www.logan.edu/post-grad or contact the Postgraduate Department at postgrad@logan.edu or 800-842-3234. On-Demand Activator Technique Interactive Virtual Training Module 1: Basic Scan Protocol of the Activator Method Module 2: Upper Extremities Module 3: Lower Extremities For additional online postgraduate programs on relevant topics in chiropractic, visit ce4chiros.com. Webinars August 8-9 Insurance Consultant Certification Program – Session #5 Examination, Diagnosis and Treatment of

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

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Micheala Edwards DC

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