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Dr. Mike Marinus: Elevating Pediatric Chiropractic Across the Globe

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Mike Marinus, DC, MSCPAEDS, instructor for Logan University’s Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics (MSCP) program, never thought his career would be in pediatric chiropractic. However, he seemed destined to follow in the footsteps of his father, who provided chiropractic care to infants in South Africa. “My interest in this field was a slow burn, but once I got into it, I was hooked, and there was no turning back,” he said. After earning his Master of Health Sciences in Chiropractic from University of Johannesburg in South Africa, he completed his master’s degree in paediatric musculoskeletal health in 2019 from Bournemouth …

Dr. Helen Halley Learns to ‘Teach with Confidence’ in Ed.D. Program

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After relocating back to St. Louis, Missouri, Helen Halley, Ed.D. (’25), MS, RD, LD, was looking for a new opportunity in nutrition and dietetics. What she found at Logan University was not only a job that aligned with her passion for clinical nutrition and student mentorship, but also an opportunity to become a confident and effective educator through Logan’s online Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Health Professions Education program. “Like many health professionals, I was never taught how to teach,” Dr. Halley shared. “I have the clinical experience, but I wanted to learn how to be a better teacher using …

Logan Alumni Combine Chiropractic and Physician Assistant Practices to Optimize Patient Care

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Anthony Radi, DC (’84), PA and Brett Rosman, DC (’84), PA-C met when they came to St. Louis from the New York area for Logan University’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program. In addition to geography, they also shared a desire for careers that would allow them to help patients in a holistic manner. Dr. Anthony Radi “Logan’s education was second to none,” Dr. Radi said. “The rigorous foundation in basic sciences and the solid groundwork of this program not only prepared me for a successful chiropractic career, but also for further medical pursuits.” After graduating, he established a practice on …

Two Paths, One Goal: Logan University’s MSSSR Program

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Logan University’s Master of Science in Sports Science & Rehabilitation (MSSSR) program offers two distinct concentrations, allowing students to shape their education around their career goals: exercise physiology and sports rehabilitation. Students start by mastering fundamental subjects like anatomy, biomechanics, nutrition and injury prevention before customizing their studies through concentration-specific electives. “The MSSSR program is designed to be flexible while ensuring every student gains a strong foundation in sports rehabilitation science,” said Brittany Ramirez, DC (’15), MS (’18), LAT, ATC, CCSP®, program director for Logan’s MSSSR program. “Whether a student wants to work with elite athletes, help patients recover from …

Pediatric Chiro. Students Travel to Chesterfield for Hands-On Learning

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Students in Logan University’s Master of Science in Chiropractic Pediatrics (MSCP) program gathered on campus in April for the in-person PedTRA I and II sessions. “Last year, I was very nervous about coming, but the interactions were so great and provided me with the utmost confidence in my skills,” said Rhiannon West, DC, M.Sc., L.R.C.C., an international student from the United Kingdom. “I really enjoy these in-person meetings because you can actually practice the techniques you’re learning and not just watch videos,” added fellow UK student Milla Karvinen, DC. The MSCP program, the first pediatrics master’s degree for chiropractors in …

Cheerleading Champion, Coach Taking Next Step in Logan’s MSSC Program

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When David Patton decided to join the cheerleading team at Louisiana State University (LSU) in 2008, he did not know it would lead to a fruitful coaching career. “I did gymnastics for several years, so I decided to try out for cheerleading in college as a way to make friends and get involved,” David said. “It’s something that has stuck with me and had a major impact on my life.” In 2011, David transferred to the University of Kentucky (UK), where he was part of the cheerleading team that won the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) National College Cheerleading Championship in …