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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 …

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 …

Alumna Publishes Research on Integrating the Biopsychosocial Model into Chiropractic Education

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During her clinical rotations at Logan University, Kristin Miller, DC (’22) encountered a patient with chronic neck pain who challenged her to think beyond physical symptoms. “I wondered, ‘Could this pain be more than just tissue damage? Could psychological and social factors also play a role in shaping the patient’s pain experience and recovery?’” Dr. Miller said. Dr. Miller’s curiosity led her to reconsider not only her approach to care but also how chiropractic students are trained to understand chronic pain. While her education emphasized the biomedical model—addressing the physical causes of pain—she wished she were also learning more about …

Caring for the Whole Woman: Dr. Cypress Garrett

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A passion for women’s healthcare and an interest in practicing in an integrated environment led Cypress Garrett, DC (’10) to become the first chiropractor to work for St. Luke’s Medical Group, the network of physicians within St. Luke’s, a premier regional health system located in Chesterfield, Missouri. Dr. Garrett grew up in central New York with dreams of becoming a physician. She had considered medical school and massage therapy, but a visit to a chiropractor affirmed her decision. “I realized this was the kind of doctor I wanted to become: someone who looks for the root of an issue to …

Symposium 2025: What’s New

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In celebration of its 90th Anniversary, Logan University looks forward to welcoming alumni and industry professionals to campus May 1-3, 2025, for an engaging and education-packed weekend. During Symposium 2025, attendees will earn 19 hours of continuing education credit, and have access to social events to reconnect with peers and an opportunity to witness University history during the investiture ceremony of Logan’s eighth president, Garrett Thompson, DC, PhD. Campus Updates: For the first time, Symposium will be held entirely on campus, which offers attendees the opportunity to see the various changes that have occurred in the last year. Fuhr Science …