fbpx

Summer 2024 Commencement Saturday, August 24, 2024

Learn More

Exploring Diverse Career Paths in Chiropractic Care: Pediatrics and Neurology

For Anna Papadopoulou, MChiro, DC, DACNB, FRCC, MSc, her career lies at the intersection of chiropractic care, neurology and pediatrics. She blends her clinical expertise and commitment to education as an instructor in the Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics (MS-CP) program at Logan University. Specifically, Dr. Papadopoulou teaches Pediatric Neurology 560, a 15-week course that covers important points in the ever-evolving field of pediatric neurology. “I found this an exciting yet terrifying task,” she said. “This program is training new groups of chiropractors who are excited to continue learning and becoming experts in this field. This commitment comes with …

Dr. Karen Erickson: Pioneering Pediatric Chiropractic Integration and Education

Karen Erickson, DC, FACC has been in practice for more than 30 years. One of her dreams at the beginning of her career was to see chiropractic integrated into a medical care team. She was able to not only watch it come true, but also contribute to the endeavor. “More than 20 years ago, I was invited to join an integrated practice in New York City, and it was the first chiropractic credentialed teaching hospital in the country: the Center for Health and Healing at Beth Israel Medical Center,” she said. “This hospital played a historic role in integrating chiropractic …

Blazing Trails in Puerto Rico: Jake Halverson Brings Chiropractic Radiology to the Islands

Jake Halverson, DC, DACBR, RMSK has blazed a trail by combining a passion for teaching with a dedication to advancing chiropractic care. Raised in Utah, Dr. Halverson knew he wanted to be a chiropractor from an early age. His path began with a degree in zoology with a minor in chemistry from Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, laying the foundation for his future. He then earned his Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) from Palmer College of Chiropractic West Campus in California, where he graduated as valedictorian in 2018. Eager to expand his expertise, he came to Logan University for a …

How Chiropractic Care Can Help Throughout Pregnancy

Pregnancy is certainly a transformative journey for women and some of the physical changes can bring about some discomfort. As the body undergoes the various stages of pregnancy, some women may experience back pain, pelvic discomfort, postural changes and many other issues. Chiropractic care can help alleviate some of the discomforts and can help women thrive during pregnancy. At Logan University’s new Foot Levelers Women’s Health Clinic, led by Emily Kliethermes, DC, many patients are seen who are pregnant and are planning on becoming pregnant. Before pregnancy, clinicians work with women to get their bodies ready by making sure the …

Dr. Claire Johnson Becomes Adjunct Faculty Member for Logan’s MS-CP Program

Claire Johnson, DC, MSEd, PhD, DACBSP, FICC was first introduced to chiropractic at 17 years old when she had her first adjustment. While she was pursuing her bachelor’s degree at the University of California in San Diego, her interest in becoming a chiropractor grew as she realized she enjoyed helping people become more functional. “One of the main events that confirmed my career path was when I had a health problem that no health provider was able to figure out except for a chiropractor,” Dr. Johnson said. “It was very powerful to be healed by someone just using his hands.” …

MS-CP Faculty Member Jenny Brocker, DC Journey to Pediatric Care Excellence

Jenny Brocker’s, DC passion for pediatric care began in elementary school, where she first had the dream of becoming a pediatric doctor. Growing up as a chiropractor’s daughter, her path seemed naturally inclined toward chiropractic care, despite briefly considering other healthcare careers along the way. In 2007, she graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport campus. In 2008, Dr. Brocker was hired as a clinical chiropractor by Dr. Elise Hewitt, DC, DICCP, FICC, program director for Logan University’s Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics (MSCP). She and Dr. Hewitt, with whom she continues to work closely in their practice, also …