Logan University graduate Beatrice B. Hagen (‘40) went on to break two notable chiropractic gender barriers: serving as the first female president of an accredited chiropractic college (Logan University, 1982-92) and the first woman to serve on the Council of Chiropractic Education (1986-88). Dr. Hagen’s passion for education and furthering the profession of chiropractic care while breaking gender barriers continues to inspire female chiropractors to this day. To ensure Dr. Hagen’s legacy lives on, Logan selects one individual each year to receive the Beatrice B. Hagen Award. The winner is announced every year at Logan University’s Symposium. PAST WINNERS: …
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How To Earn Continuing Education Credits to Keep Your Chiropractic License in Good Standing
Navigating continuing education (CE) requirements for Doctors of Chiropractic can be confusing. Amber Henry, Logan University’s director of continuing education, offered some advice for DCs looking to fulfill their CE requirements. Why do chiropractors need continuing education hours? As with any profession, it’s important to further your skills and knowledge. Chiropractors are required to hold a state license that is maintained through continuing education. This ensures that all Doctors of Chiropractic are staying current in their field, while continuously learning and experiencing new methods, techniques, data, research and more. How do chiropractors earn continuing education hours? Doctors of Chiropractic can …
Ten Reasons to Attend Symposium 2023
Logan University is looking forward to welcoming alumni, faculty, staff and hundreds of leaders in chiropractic and health care to Symposium 2023: Honoring Tradition, Shaping Our Future April 13-16 on campus and at St. Louis Union Station. If you have not already registered, here are 10 reasons to consider attending this year’s event. Expand your knowledge. Informative, inspirational and entertaining, Symposium 2023’s nationally recognized speakers will address a variety of relevant topics, including clinical biomechanics of spinal disorders, chiropractic care for adolescents and pregnant patients, microbiome in gut health, cybersecurity, preventing medical errors during a pandemic, and more. View and download the …
Logan University Announces 2023 Symposium
Logan University is pleased to welcome chiropractors and health science professionals back to Symposium next spring. Taking place Thursday, April 13 through Sunday, April 16 on Logan’s campus and at the St. Louis Union Station Hotel, the 2023 Symposium will provide continuing education opportunities, chiropractic exhibitors, networking events and an address by Logan President Clay McDonald, DC, MBA, JD. This is the university’s eighth year hosting Symposium. “We are so excited to host another great event this year, with so many new things for participants to enjoy,” said Amber Henry, M.Ed., Ed.S., Ed.D., director of continuing education at Logan University. …
2022 Women’s Health Symposium Speakers
Logan University, in conjunction with the American Chiropractic Association Council on Women’s Health, is proud to present the 4th Annual Women’s Health Symposium Sept. 24 and 25 on Logan’s campus in Chesterfield, Missouri. Themed “Advances in Women’s Healthcare” the symposium features expert leaders in women’s health discussing timely and relevant topics. Meet the speakers: Kristina Petrocco-Napuli, DC, MS, FICC, FACC As an energetic international speaker, educator and practitioner Dr. Petrocco-Napuli’s lectures correlate everyday practice with cutting-edge, evidence-based information. By sharing her passion as a provider and incorporating learner-centered strategies, her lectures inform, challenge and enlighten. Dr. Petrocco-Napuli is currently the …
Third Annual Women’s Health Symposium, Oct. 30-31 In Person & Online
In partnership with the American Chiropractic Association (ACA), Logan University presents the third annual Women’s Health Symposium, October 30-31, 2021, on Logan’s campus and online. With a theme of “Transforming and Elevating Female Health,” the symposium will feature expert leaders in women’s health discussing topics such as menopause, treating the female athlete, chronic vulvar pain, breast imaging, pelvic floor dysfunction and more. The symposium is open to all health care professionals working with female patients and provides up to 12 hours of continuing education credits. Assistant Dean of the College of Chiropractic at Logan and ACA Council on Women’s Health …