David Adamson, DC ATC, CSCS

SELECTED OCCUPATIONAL HISTORY

Staff Chiropractor, Kinexis Chiropractic, Estero, Florida, 2014 - Present

Staff Chiropractor, Immokalee Pain & Rehab, Immokalee, Florida, 2014 - 2015

Staff Chiropractor, Cadaver Dissector, Palmer Collage of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa, 2011 -2013

Sports Medicine Business Consultant, Innate Wellness, University Place, Washington, 2009 - 2010

Sports Medicine Business Consultant/Rehabilitation Director, Olympic Spine and Sports Therapy, Everette, Washington, 2008 - 2009

Owner, Fitness Alliance, Inc., Bellingham, Washington, 1999 – 2010

Medical Coordinator for NCAA D1 National Rugby Play-offs, Albuquerque, NM, 2008

Medical Coordinator for National Championships, USA Rugby Club Sevens, Bellingham, Washington, 2006 -2007

Certified Athletic Trainer/Exercise Rehab Specialist, Bellingham Physical Therapy, Bellingham, Washington, 2003-2009

Founder/Coordinator, Speed Camp, WA, 2000 – 2003

Vocational Sports Medicine Advisory Council Chairman, Marysville School District, Marysville, Washington, 2000 - 2002

Athletic Trainer, Summit Rehabilitation, Marysville, Washington, 2000 - 2001

Medical Coordinator: All-Star High School Volleyball Tournament, University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, 2000

Host Coordinator for State Competition, Washington Vocation Sports Medicine Association, Marysville, Washington, 1997

First Aid and CPR Instructor, American Red Cross, Everett, WA, 1997 -2004

Vocational Sports Medicine Instructor/Head Athletic Trainer, Marysville-Pilchuck High School, Marysville, Washington, 1997 – 2000

Head Athletic Trainer, Bellingham Orcas Semi-Professional Soccer Club, Bellingham, Washington, 1995 – 1996

Assistant Athletic Trainer, Bellingham Mariners Minor League Baseball, Bellingham, Washington, 1994 - 1997

Certified Athletic Trainer, Bellingham Physical Therapy (Orthopedic Outpatient Rehab), Bellingham, Washington, 1994 – 1997

Playoff Medical Staff Coordinator, Northwest League Baseball, Bellingham, Washington, 1994 - 1999

Athletic Trainer: Basketball, Soccer & Flag Football, Sky Hawks Sports Academy, WA, 1994

Medical Coordinator, Columbia High School Summer Basketball Camp, Hunters, Washington, 1993

Student Athletic Trainer: Football & Basketball Summer Camps, Washington State University, Pullman, Washington, 1991-1993

Athletic Trainer/Assistant Football Coach, Marywalker High school, Springdale, Washington, 1992 -1993

Fitness Coordinator/Personal Trainer, World Gym, Spokane, Washington, 1991 – 1992

Physical Therapy Aide, North Side Physical Therapy, Spokane, Washington, 1991 - 1992

Staff Athletic Trainer, USA Wrestling, Spokane, Washington, 1991

Student Dormitory Health Coordinator, Whitworth College, Spokane, WA, 1989 - 1990

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE

Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed in the State of Florida, License # CH11148, Date – Present

Doctorate of Chiropractic, Palmer Chiropractic College, Davenport, IA, 2014

Licensed Athletic Trainer, Licensed in the state of Florida, 2014

Licensed Athletic Trainer, Licensed in the state of Iowa, 2010

Licensed Athletic Trainer, Licensed in the state of Washington, 1990

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Physiotherapy, 2013

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part IV, 2013

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part III, 2013

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part II, 2012

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part I, 2011

Bachelors of Science in the study of General Science, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA, 2014

Bachelors of Arts Degree in the study of Biology, Sport Medicine, Education and Physical Education, Whitworth College, Spokane, WA, 2003

CERTIFICATIONS, QUALIFICATIONS, AND DIPLOMATES

Certified Athletic Trainer, National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, Spokane, WA, 1992

Certified Nutritional Lifestyle Coach, C.H.E.K. Institute, San Diego, CA, 1994

Certified Metabolic Typing Specialist, Health Excel, Portland, OR, 1994                                                           

Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, The National Strength and Conditioning Association, Marysville, WA, 2002

Certified Physical Education and Biology Teacher, Washington State Education Department, Marysville, WA, 1992 - 2006

Certified First Aid and CPR Instructor, American Red Cross, Everett, WA, 1998

Certified Vocation Education Instructor, Washington State Education Department, Marysville, WA, 1997

Certified Muscle Energy Clinician, Washington State Athletic Trainers Association, Seattle, WA, 1996

SELECTED POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION

Trends in Spinal Healthcare, Analyzing spinal healthcare trends in both utilization and necessity and understanding the marketplace and how a level of clinical excellence is reflected in a doctors' documentation and credentials. Treatment pathways in triaging spinal pathobiomechanics. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

MRI Spine Interpretation, An evidence-based understanding of time-related etiology of disc pathology considering the American Society of Neuroradiology's designation of protrusion, extrusion, and sequestration of spinal discs, Considering the signal intensity of discs in age-dating pathology and acquisition protocols for advanced spinal imaging. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

Spinal Biomechanics; A Literature Perspective, An evidenced-based model for spinal biomechanical engineering and pathobiomechanics considering the pathophysiological limits in translations, angular deviation, and rotational planes. Utilizing the Cartesian system in plotting vertebral points to demonstratively conclude an accurate diagnosis, prognosis and biomechanical treatment plan with the consideration of long-term care in the non-specific mechanical spine pain patient when necessary. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

Case Management of Mechanical Spine Pathology, Clinical Grand Rounds of herniated, protruded, extruded, sequestered, and bulging discs. Differentially diagnosing vascular vs. mechanical spinal lesions and the necessity for urgent vascular, neurological intervention, Collaborating in a team environment utilizing a neuroradiologist, electrophysiologist, and neurosurgeon with the chiropractor as the primary spine care provider. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University – Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

Pathobiomechanics and Documentation, CPT Coding Guidelines for Initial and Established Patients with particular attention paid to Patient History, Review of Systems, Social and Family History, Physical Examination, and Medical Decision making.  Specific differences in coding levels and required elements for a 99202-99203-99204-99205. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University  Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

Using Documentation and Ethical Relationships, Pathways to improve coordination of care, and interprofessional communication with collaborating physicians.  Maintaining ethical relationships in the medical-legal community through documentation and communication of demonstrable diagnosis, prognosis and treatment plans. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University  Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering Clinical Application, History of clinical biomechanics with an emphasis on the diagnosis and management of spine pain of mechanical/functional origin.  Evidence-based symptomatic vs. asymptomatic parameters using peer-reviewed medical index literature. Computerized mensuration analysis of spinal biomechanical pathology. Comparison of demonstrable spinal biomechanical failure on imaging to clinical evaluation and physical examination. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University  Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

Spinal Biomechanical Engineering Clinical Grand Rounds, Case reviews utilizing E/M, MRI, and x-ray mensuration report to conclude an accurate diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment plan. Common diagnosis requiring interprofessional collaboration with a discussion of diagnostic dilemmas and proper communication methods. Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University  Kansas City, Long Island, NY, 2020

SELECTED MEMBERSHIPS

Academy of Chiropractic, Member, 2020 – Present

Florida Chiropractic Physicians Association, Member, 2016

International Chiropractic Association, Member, 2015

American Chiropractic Association, Member, 2014

Florida Chiropractic Association, Member, 2014

Florida Athletic Trainers Association, Member, 2014

Washington State Physical Therapy Association, Member, 1994

National Strength and Conditioning Association, Member, 1994

American Physical Therapy Association, Member, 1992

National Athletic Trainers Association, Member, 1992

SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDS

Clinical Excellence Award, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA, 2014

Outstanding Clinical Student Award, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA, 2014

Toggle Pin Award Recipient, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA, 2013

Vogt Scholarship, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA, 2011

SELECTED COMMUNITY SERVICE

Toys for Tots, Volunteer, Davenport, IA, 2012 – 2014

YMCA Christmas Family Project, Volunteer, Davenport, IA, 2012 - 2014

Davenport High School, Volunteer, Davenport, IA, 2010

United Way Mentor Day, Volunteer, Davenport, IA, 2010

Scott County Health Career Fair, Volunteer, Bettendorf, IA, 2010

Power lifting Coach/Instructor, Marysville-Pilchuck High School, Marysville, Washington, 1999 – 2002

Power Lifting Coach, Bellingham High School, Bellingham, Washington, 1997 - 1999

Coaches Clinics, Volunteer, Bellingham, WA, 1996

Washington Vocational Sports Medicine Association, Volunteer, Seattle, WA, 1995

Washington State High School Wrestling Championship, Volunteer Staff Athletic Trainer, Seattle, WA, 1994 – 1997

Northwest Free Style Wrestling Association, Volunteer Tournament Medical Staff Coordinator, Marysville, WA, 1994 – 1997

Sons of Thunder Wrestling Club Volunteer, Tournament Medical Staff Coordinator, Bellingham, Washington, 1994 – 1997

Northwest Soccer Park, Volunteer Medical Staff Coordinator for 4 Tournaments Per Year, Bellingham, Washington, 1994 - 1997

Volunteer Seattle Mariners, Seahawks, Volunteer, Everett, WA, June 1989-1992

Whitworth College, Student Athletic Training: Football, Volleyball, Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Track & Field, Volunteer, 1988 – 1991

Student Athletic Trainer: Football Summer Condition, Volunteer, Seattle, WA, 1991

San Francisco Giants Baseball Club, Spring Training Volunteer Student Athletic Trainer, Volunteer, San Francisco, CA, 1991

Student Athletic Trainer: Football Summer Condition, Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, 1991

Seattle Seahawks, Summer Training Camp Volunteer Student Athletic Training, Kirkland, WA, 1990

Bettendorf Little League Volunteer Coach, Volunteer, Bettendorf, IA, 2011-2014

Bettendorf YMCA Flag Football and Soccer Coach, Volunteer, Bettendorf, IA, 2013

Summer Sports Camps for WSU, U of W, Oregon ST, Volunteer, Pullman, WA, 1994-1995

First Aid Stations, Volunteer, Seattle, WA, 1993-1999

District and State High School Tournaments, Volunteer, Marysville, WA, 1993-1995

Advisory Chair for Vocational Program, Volunteer, Marysville, WA, 1993-1995