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Logan Hosts Eighth Annual A.C.E.S. Workshop

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Logan University recently hosted its eighth annual Anatomy Centered Education & Science (A.C.E.S.) Workshop for local high school students and incoming college freshmen. Taught in small groups by physicians and professionals from various medical specialties, the week-long program allows students to learn more about physical anatomy, body systems, health, wellness and prevention, while gaining hands-on experience in dissection, radiology and more. The ACES program was created in 2017 by Dana Underkofler-Mercer, DC (’98), MS (’10), Logan’s director of strategic partnership and professor in the Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program. Dr. Mercer realized there was a need for high school students …

Logan University Announces New President-Elect

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Logan University’s Board of Trustees has announced that Garrett Thompson, DC, PhD, will be the eighth president of the University. The announcement of the new president concludes a nationwide search that began in February of 2024 upon the news of the upcoming retirement of Clay McDonald, DC, MBA, JD. Dr. Thompson currently serves as Vice President for Academic Affairs and chief academic officer at Sonoran University of Health Sciences in Tempe, Arizona. He will begin his term with Logan on March 1, 2025. “The Presidential Search Committee received more than 70 applications for this position, which I believe is a …

Logan University to Provide Chiropractic Care to St. Louis Community College Student-Athletes

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Logan University is proud to announce its partnership with St. Louis Community College (STLCC), allowing Logan’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) interns to provide chiropractic consulting and care for its student-athletes. “This partnership will provide Logan interns practical learning opportunities while providing STLCC student-athletes with additional treatment and care,” said Logan’s Associate Provost of the College of Chiropractic, Kristina Petrocco-Napuli, DC, MS, DHPE (’23), FICC. “Logan is proud to build this relationship with STLCC.” In addition to chiropractic treatment and care, STLCC’s athletes will receive injury-related diagnostic and treatment services, nutritional counseling and more. STLCC athletes will also be able to …

Logan University Celebrates Historic Induction into Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society

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 Logan University hosted its first ever Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society induction ceremony on Friday, March 22, 2024. The ceremony welcomed eight faculty members and 40 students into the nation’s oldest and most selective multidisciplinary honor society.    The ceremony showcased the inductees’ academic achievements and potential, aligning with Phi Kappa Phi’s mission to promote academic excellence and community service. Keynote speakers, including Logan University Provost Brian McAulay and Phi Kappa Phi Chapter President-Elect Patrick Montgomery, provided insights into the society’s rich history and core values.   Participants were informed about the numerous awards and fellowships offered by Phi Kappa …

Symposium 2024: What’s New

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Logan University is looking forward to welcoming chiropractors and health science professionals to the 2024 Symposium at St. Louis Union Station. The event is taking place on Friday, April 12 and Saturday, April 13 and will provide continuing education opportunities, chiropractic seminars, networking events and more. This year, some changes were made to the event to increase engagement and learning opportunities. One new addition to this year’s Symposium is Bring your Chiropractic Office Staff Day on Friday. Chiropractors, chiropractic assistants, office managers, receptionists, billing specialists and administrative staff are encouraged to join. Led by Kathy Weidner (Mills-Chang), MCS-P, CPCO, CCPC, …

Grand Opening of Logan’s Newest Addition Calls for Community Celebration

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Logan University is proud to welcome the community of Chesterfield to the new Logan Park! The 4-acre green space now features a playground, trail, pavilion, and pickle ball courts. Families are encouraged to take advantage of and explore the new recreational activities the site now offers. Dr. Clay McDonald, DC, MBA, JD, President of Logan University, introduced Logan’s newest addition to the City of Chesterfield at the park’s grand opening on June 21. “We’re very proud to have the park in this neighborhood,” said Dr. McDonald. “It is an honor for Logan to serve the community of Chesterfield and those …