SELECTED POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND DIPLOMATES
| Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Overview of EMG and NCV Procedures, Results, Diagnoses and Documentation. The clinical incorporation of electrodiagnostic studies as part of a care plan where neuropathology is suspected. It also covers how to use electrodiagnostics in a collaborative environment between the chiropractor as the primary spine care provider and the surgeon, when clinically indicated. This section covers sample cases and health conclude and accurate treatment plans based upon electro-neurodiagnostic findings when clinically indicated. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island NY, 2021 | | | | | Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Part 2: Compound motor action potentials (CMAP) and sensory nerve action potentials (SNAP) testing and interpretation including the analysis and diagnosis of the wave forms. It also covers compressive neuropathies of the median, ulnar and posterior tibial nerves; known as carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel and tarsal tunnel syndromes. This section offers interpretation algorithms to help understand the neurodiagnostic conclusions. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island NY, 2021 | | | | | Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) Part 1: Nerve conduction velocity testing, the equipment required and the specifics of motor and sensory testing. This section covers the motor and sensory NCV procedures and interpretation including latency, amplitude (CMAP) physiology and interpretation including the understanding of the various nuances of the wave forms. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island NY, 2021 | | | | | Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Anatomy and Physiology of Electrodiagnostics: An in- depth review of basic neuro-anatomy and physiology dermatomes and myotomes to both the upper and lower extremities and the neurophysiology of axons and dendrites along with the myelin and function of saltatory for conduction. The sodium and potassium pump’s function in action potentials. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island NY, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Triage and Connective Tissue Injuries and Wound Repair, Triaging the injured and deferentially diagnosing both the primary and secondary complaints. Connective tissue injuries and permanency prognosis potential. Certification in AACME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo, Diplomate, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Texas Chiropractic College, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Biomechanics of Traumatic Disc Bulge and Age Dating Herniated Disc Pathology, The biomechanics of traumatic disc bulges as sequelae from trauma and the comorbibity of ligamentous pathology. Age-dating spinal disc pathology in accordance with Wolff's law. Certification in AACME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo, Diplomate, Academy of Chiropractic Post- Doctoral Division, Texas Chiropractic College, School Of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Clinical Grand Rounds, The review of case histories of mechanical spine pathology and biomechanical failures inclusive of case histories, clinical findings and x-ray and advanced imaging studies. Assessing comorbidities in the triage and prognosis of the injured. Certification in AACME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo, Diplomate, Academy of Chiropractic Post- Doctoral Division, Texas Chiropractic College, School Of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Research Perspectives, The review of current literature standards in spinal trauma pathology and documentation review of biomechanical failure, ligamentous failure and age-dating disc pathology. Certification in AACME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo, Diplomate, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Texas Chiropractic College, School Of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Buffalo, New York, 2021 | | | | | Orthopedic Testing: Lumbar Spine, Integration of lumbar orthopedic testing in the clinical setting to develop a differential diagnosis. Utilizing radiographic and advanced imaging inclusive of MRI and CAT scan findings to verify tissue pathology suspected by orthopedic testing conclusions and developing a treatment plan as sequelae. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Orthopedic Testing: Cervical Spine, Integration of cervical orthopedic testing in the clinical setting to develop a differential diagnosis. Utilizing radiographic and advanced imaging inclusive of MRI and CAT scan findings to verify tissue pathology suspected by orthopedic testing conclusions and developing a treatment plan as sequelae. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Orthopedic Testing: Principles, Clinical Application and Triage, Integration of orthopedic testing in the clinical setting to develop a differential diagnosis. Utilizing radiographic and advanced imaging inclusive of MRI and CAT scan findings to verify tissue pathology suspected by orthopedic testing conclusions and developing a treatment plan as sequelae. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Spinal Biomechanics, Central Nervous System and Spinal Disc Nomenclature,, The application of spinal biomechanical engineering models in trauma and the negative sequelae it has on the central nervous system inclusive of the lateral horn, periaqueductal grey matter, thalamus and cortices involvement. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | Clinical Evaluation and Protocols for Identifying Stroke Risk, The neurological history and examination for identifying stroke risks with a focus on supra and infratentorial regions, upper and lower motor lesions, cranial nerve signs, spinal cord pathology, motor and sensory pathology and gait abnormalities. Examining genetic and family histories along with dissection risk factors. Stroke orthopedic testing and clinical guidelines pertaining to triage for the primary care provider. Texas Chiropractic College, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post- Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY 2021 | | | | | Stroke Principles of Treatment an Overview for the Primary Care Provider, Stroke type and treatments performed by vascular specialists. The goals of treatment with the physiology of the infarct and penumbra zones and the role of immediate triage in the primary care setting. Detailing the complications of stroke and future care in the chiropractic, primary care or manual medicine clinical setting. Texas Chiropractic College, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post- Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY 2021 | | | | | Stroke Anatomy and Physiology: Stroke Types and Blood Flow, Various types of stroke identifying ischemia, hypo perfusion, infarct and penumbra zones and emboli. Cardiac etiologies and clinical features as precursor to stroke with associated paradoxical emboli and thrombotic etiologies. Historical and co-morbidities that have etiology instroke inclusive of diabetes, coagulopathy, acquired and hereditary deficiencies. Texas Chiropractic College, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY 2021 | | | | | 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, PACE Approved for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University Kansas City, 2021 | | | | | MRI Interpretation of Degenerative Spine and Disc Disease with Overlapping Traumatic Insult to Both Spine and Disc, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of degenerative spondylolisthesis, spinal canal stenosis, Modic type 3 changes, central herniations, extrusions, compressions, nerve root compressions, advanced spurring and thecal sac involvement from an orthopedic, emergency room, chiropractic, neurological, neurosurgical, physical medicine perspective. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Interpretation of Cervical Herniations, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar herniations. With the co- morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl/'s nodes and herniations. morphology of lumbar disc pathologies of central and lateral herniations, protrusions, extrusions, sequestration, focal and broad based herniations are defined and illustrated. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Interpretation of Cervical Degeneration/Bulges, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of cervical degeneration. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl/'s nodes and herniations. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Degeneration/Bulges, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar degeneration. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl/'s nodes and herniations. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Degeneration/Bulges, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar degeneration. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl/'s nodes and herniations. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Protocols Clinical Necessity, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images. Clinical indication for the utilization of MRI and pathologies of disc in both trauma and non-trauma sequellae, including bulge, herniation, protrusion, extrusion and sequestration. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Clinical Application, The clinical application of the results of space occupying lesions. Disc and tumor pathologies and the clinical indications of manual and adjustive therapies in the patient with spinal nerve root and spinal cord insult as sequelae. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Methodology of Analysis, MRI interpretation sequencing of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine inclusive of T1, T2, STIR and 3D gradient studies to ensure the accurate diagnosis of the region visualized. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Spinal Pathology, MRI interpretation of bone, intradural, extradural, cord and neural sleeve lesions. Tuberculosis, drop lesions, metastasis, ependymoma, schwanoma and numerous other spinal related tumors and lesions. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post- Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Disc Pathology and Spinal Stenosis, MRI interpretation of bulged, herniated, protruded, extruded, sequestered and fragmented disc pathologies in etiology and neurological sequelae in relationship to the spinal cord and spinal nerve roots. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI Spinal Anatomy and Protocols, Normal anatomy of axial and sagittal views utilizing T1, T2, 3D gradient and STIR sequences of imaging. Standardized and desired protocols in views and sequencing of MRI examination to create an accurate diagnosis in MRI. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | MRI History and Physics, Magnetic fields, T1 and T2 relaxations, nuclear spins, phase encoding, spin echo, T1 and T2 contrast, magnetic properties of metals and the historical perspective of the creation of NMR and MRI. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Documentation and Reporting for the Trauma Victim, Understanding the necessity for accurate documentation and diagnosis utilizing the ICD-10 and the CPT to accurately describe the injury through diagnosis. Understanding and utilizing state regulations on reimbursement issues pertaining to healthcare. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2021 | | | | | Traumatic Brain Injury and Concussion Overview: This section is an in-depth overview of traumatic brain injury in concussion., It discusses that all brain injuries are traumatic and dispels the myth of a “mild traumatic brain injury.” Also, this covers triage protocols and the potential sequela of patients with traumatic brain injuries. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division,, Cleveland University, Kansas City,, Long Island, NY, , 2021 | | | | | Head Trauma and Traumatic Brain Injury Part 1:, This section discusses gross traumatic brain injuries from trauma and significant bleeding with both epidural and subdural hematomas. There are numerous case studies reviewed inclusive of neurosurgical intervention and postsurgical outcomes. Certification in Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, , Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic,, 2021 | | | | | Head Trauma and Traumatic Brain Injury Part 2:, This section continues with multiple case studies of gross traumatic brain injuries from trauma requiring neurosurgical intervention and also discusses recovery sequela based upon the significance of brain trauma. This module also concludes with concussion protocols in traumatic brain injury short of demonstrable bleeding on advanced imaging. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, , Cleveland University, Kansas City, , Long Island, NY, , 2021 | | | | | Concussion And Electroencephalogram Testing: , This this section covers concussion etiology and cognitive sequela where gross bleeding has not been identified on advanced imaging. It discusses the significance of electroencephalogram testing in determining brain function and pathology (if present). This module also covers the understanding of waveforms in electroencephalogram testing in both normal and abnormal scenarios. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic,, Long Island, NY,, 2021 | | | | | Concussion And Electroencephalogram Testing Pathological Results: , This module covers amplitude, conduction and conduction delays as sequela to traumatic brain injury to diagnose concussion and traumatic brain injury in the absence of gross bleeding and advanced imaging. This section covers electroencephalograms and event-related potentials which measures the brain response that is a direct result of specific sensory or motor events. It is a stereotype electrophysiological response to a stimulus and provides a noninvasive means of evaluating brain function. In this module multiple case studies are discussed with ensuing triage protocols pending the results. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic,, Long Island, NY, , 2021 | | | | | Neurology of Ligament Pathology- Normal Morphology and Tissue Damage,, Connective tissue morphology, embryology and wound repair as sequalae to trauma. Full components of strain-sprain models and permanency implications with wound repair and osseous aberration with aberrant structural integrity. Certification in College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY,, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City,, 2021 | | | | | Neurology of Ligament Pathology- Spinal Biomechanics and Disc Pathology,, Disc pathology as sequellae to trauma; herniation, extrusion, protrusion, sequestration and how the spinal unit as one system creates homeostasis to balance the pathology. Certification in College of Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2021, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, Cleveland University-Kansas City, , 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cartesian System, , The Cartesian Coordinate System from the history to the application in the human body. Explanation of the x, y and z axes in both translation and rotations (thetas) and how they are applicable to human biomechanics. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cervical Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the cervical and upper thoracic spine. , This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Lumbar Pathobiomechanics, Lumbar Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the lumbar spine, This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanics in Trauma, To utilize whiplash associated disorders in various vectors of impact and whiplash mechanisms in determining pathobiomechanics., To clinically correlate annular tears, disc herniations, fractures, ligament pathology and spinal segmental instability as sequellae to pathobiomechanics from trauma. The utilization of digital motion x-ray in diagnosing normal versus abnormal facet motion along with case studies to understand the clinical application. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, , 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanical Engineering & Organizational Analysis, Integrating spinal biomechanics and pathobiomechanics through digitized analysis, The comparison of organized versus disorganized compensation with regional and global compensation. Correlation of the vestibular, occular and proprioceptive neurological integration in the righting reflex as evidenced in imaging. Digital and numerical algorithm in analyzing a spine. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, , Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cervical Digital Analysis, Digitizing and analyzing the cervical spine in neutral, flexion and extension views to diagnose pathobiomechanics. , This includes alteration of motion segment integrity (AMOSI) in both angular and translational movement. Ligament instability/failure/pathology are identified all using numerical values and models. Review of case studies to analyze pathobiomechanics using a computerized/numerical algorithm. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, , 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Lumbar Digital Analysis, Digitalizing and analyzing the lumbar spine images to diagnose pathobiomechanics, This includes anterior and posterior vertebral body elements in rotatioal analysis with neutral, left and right lateral bending in conjunction with gate analysis. Ligament instability/failure/pathology is identified all using numerical values and models. Review of case studies for analysis of pathobiomechanics using a computerized/numerical algorithm along with corrective guidelines. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Full Spine Digital Analysis, Digitalizing and analyzing the full spine images to diagnose pathobiomechanics as sequellae to trauma in relation to ligamentous failure and disc and vertebral pathology as sequellae., This includes anterior and posterior vertebral body elements in rotatioal analysis with neutral, left and right lateral bending in conjunction with gate analysis. Ligament instability/failure/pathology is identified all using numerical values and models. Review of case studies for analysis of pathobiomechanics using a computerized/numerical algorithm along with corrective guidelines. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, , 2021 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Triage and Connective Tissue Injuries and Wound Repair, Triaging the injured and differentially diagnosing both the primary and secondary complaints., Connective tissue injuries and wound repair morphology focusing on the aberrant tissue replacement and permanency prognosis potential. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Ligament Anatomy and Injury Research and Spinal Kinematics,, Spinal ligamentous anatomy and research focusing on wound repair, future negative sequelae of abnormal tissue replacement and the resultant aberrant kinematics and spinal biomechanics of the spine. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | Impairment Rating, The understanding and utilization of the protocols and parameters of the AMA Guide to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment 6th Edition, Spine, neurological sequelae, migraine, sexual dysfunction, sleep and arousal disorders, station and gait disorders and consciousness are detailed for impairment rating. Herniated discs, radiculopathy, fracture, dislocation and functional loss are also detailed in relation to impairment ratings. Certification in Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences,, 2021 | | | | | 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 | | | | | Myofascial Disruption Technique, In a matter of seconds a physician with FDM skills is able to make a decision about correct therapeutic measure during a competition.
Therefore, the FDM is a well-established medical care method in top class sports, in particular soccer. Certification in Myofascial Disruption Technique, Fetterman Events, Lincoln College of Postprofessional, Graduate & Continuing Education, Jackson, MS,
2020 | | | | | Dry Needling Applications, Superficial Dry Needling is a treatment method for soft tissue that affects enthesis disruptions and trigger points that, when done correctly, offers immediate pain relief for your patient. Safety concerns as well as proper needle use and disposal will be emphasized. Demonstrations of safe and appropriate handling of needles, clean needle technique and the OSHA needle safety standard will result in the participant clearly understanding dry needling and when and when it should not be used. The risks and potential complications of dry needling will be studied as well as how to identify potential adverse effects and how to manage emergencies. Certification in Dry Needling Application, Fetterman Events, , Nashville, TN, 2020 | | | | | Acupuncture, Using acupuncture and meridian therapy focusing on master points to alleviate pain and to treat various physical, mental, and emotional
conditions Diplomate, Fetterman Events, Fetterman Events, Marion, Illinois,
2020 | | | | | Taping Techniques & Sports Medicine, Establish the proper taping techniques to decrease muscle tightness and fatigue, increase joint stability and proprioception, relieve pain, correct joint problems and edema reduction. Certification in Kinesio Taping Procedures in Sports Injuries, Diplomate, Fetterman Events, Fetterman Events, Marion, Illinois, 2020 | | | | | Rehabilitation and Functional Movement Strategies, Clinical concepts of treating Trigger Points with minimal or no pain methods. Topics include functional strength, power, flexibility and fitness as it relates to everyday work, home and recreational activities. Certification in Rehabilitation and Trigger Point Therapy, Diplomate, Fetterman Events, Fetterman Events, Marion, Illinois,
2020 | | | | | Professional Boundaries, Review of Professional Boundaries and Ethics for the Chiropractic Profession. Information includes material from regulatory sources to satisfy Boundary and Ethics knowledge enhancement and requirements. Fetterman Events, National University of Health Sciences., Marion, Illinois, 2020 | | | | | Upper Extremity Taping Techniques, Athletic and Kinesio taping methods for the Upper Extremities - Special extras for Shoulders & Cervical Technique! - Overview of examination and treatment of common injuries Fetterman Events, National University of Health Sciences., Marion, Illinois, 2020 | | | | | Sexual Harassment, Sexual Harassment Laws and Rules for the Chiropractic Profession. Information includes material from regulatory sources to satisfy sexual harassment knowledge and requirements. Fetterman Events, National University of Health Sciences, Marion, Illinois, 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 | | | | | Electrodiagnostics: Electromyogram/Nerve Conduction Velocity (EMG/NCV), Diagnosis & Interpretation: Needle Electromyogram (EMG) Studies: The EMG process, inclusive of how the test is performed and the steps required in planning and electromyographic study. This covers the spontaneous activity of a motor unit action potential, positive sharp waves and fibrillations. The insertional activity (both normal and abnormal), recruitment activity in a broad polyphasic presentation and satellite potentials. This covers the diagnosing of patterns of motor unit abnormalities including neuropathic demyelinated neuropathies along with acute myopathic neuropathies. This section also covers the ruling out of false positive and false negative results. Cleveland University, Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic, Post-Doctoral Division, 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 | | | | | 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 | | | | | 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 | | | | | 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 | | | | | Neurology & Vagus Nerve Stimulation, Accurate method of locating site of the neurological irritation (compression) associated with specific neurological dysfunction. Diplomate, Fetterman Events, National University of Health Sciences, Marion, Illinois, 2020 | | | | | Inflammation & Food Sensitivities, The biochemical process behind inflammation and how it becomes chronic inflammation. Leaky gut and the gut microbiome’s importance and role it plays in overall health as well as specific conditions will be discussed. 1.
How chronic inflammation affects the gut and how it leads to food sensitivities. 2. What food sensitivities are exactly and how we can test for them and treat them. Fetterman Events, National University of Health Sciences, Charlotte, MI,
2020 | | | | | Spinal Trauma Pathology, Spinal Biomechanics, Central Nervous System and Spinal Disc Nomenclature, the application of spinal biomechanical engineering models in trauma and the negative sequelae it has on the central nervous system inclusive of the lateral horn, periaqueductal grey matter, thalamus and cortices
involvement. Certification in AACME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo, Diplomate, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Texas Chiropractic College, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Buffalo, NY,
2020 | | | | | Orthopedic Testing: Clinical Grand Rounds, how to integrate orthopedic testing in the clinical setting utilizing both simple and complex patient scenarios. It includes potential stroke, or vertebrobasilar insufficient patients and understanding the nuances in a clinical evaluation with orthopedic testing as a critical part of the evaluation and screening process. How to integrate orthopedic testing in the clinical setting utilizing both simple and complex patient scenarios. It includes potential stroke, or vertebrobasilar insufficient patients and understanding the nuances in a clinical evaluation with orthopedic testing as a critical part of the evaluation and screening process. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020 | | | | | Accident Reconstruction: Research, Causality and Bodily Injury, Delta V issues correlated to injury and mortality, side impact crashes and severity of injuries, event data recorder reports correlated to injury, frontal impact kinematics, crash injury metrics with many variables and inquiries related to head restraints. Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | Accident Reconstruction: Skid Marks, Time, Distance, Velocity, Speed Formulas and Road Surfaces, The mathematical calculations necessary utilizing time, distance, speed, coefficients of friction and acceleration in reconstructing an accident. The application of the critical documentation acquired from an accident site. Cleveland
University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY,
2020 | | | | | Accident Reconstruction: Terms, Concepts and Definitions, The forces in physics that prevail in accidents to cause bodily injury. Quantifying the force coefficients of vehicle mass and force vectors that can be translated to the occupant and subsequently cause serious injury. Cleveland University – Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post- Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | Documenting Clinically Correlated Bodily Injury to Causality, Understanding the necessity for accurate documentation, diagnosis and clinical correlation to the injury when reporting injuries in the medical-legal community. Documenting the kinesiopathology, myopathology, neuropathology, and pathophysiology in both a functional and structural paradigm. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | Neurodiagnostic Testing Protocols, Physiology and Indications for the Trauma Patient, Electromyography (EMG), Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV), Somato Sensory Evoked Potential (SSEP), Visual Evoked Potential (VEP), Brain Stem Auditory Evoked Potential (BAER) and Visual-Electronystagmography (V-ENG) interpretation, protocols and clinical indications for the trauma patient. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | MRI, Bone Scan and X-Ray Protocols, Physiology and Indications for the Trauma Patient, MRI interpretation, physiology, history and clinical indications, bone scan interpretation, physiology and clinical indications, x-ray clinical indications for the trauma patient. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post- Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | Crash Dynamics and Its Relationship to Causality, An extensive understanding of the physics involved in the transference of energy from the bullet car to the target car. This includes G's of force, newton’s, gravity, energy, skid marks, crumple zones, spring factors, event data recorder and the graphing of the movement of the vehicle before, during and after the crash. Determining the clinical correlation of forces and bodily injury. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | Diagnostics, Risk Factors, Clinical Presentation and Triaging the Trauma Patient, An extensive understanding of the injured with clinically coordinating the history, physical findings and when to integrate neurodiagnostics. An understanding on how to utilize emergency room records in creating an accurate diagnosis and the significance of "risk factors" in spinal injury. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | Neurodiagnostics, Imaging Protocols and Pathology of the Trauma Patient, An in-depth understanding of the protocols in triaging and reporting the clinical findings of the trauma patient. Maintaining ethical relationships with the medical-legal community. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | | | Neurodiagnostics, Imaging Protocols and Pathology of the Trauma Patient, An in-depth understanding of the protocols in triaging and reporting the clinical findings of the trauma patient. Maintaining ethical relationships with the medical-legal community. Cleveland University - Kansas City, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Long Island, NY, 2020 | | | |
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SELECTED TEACHING/INSTRUCTING/LECTURING/CONSULTING | Featured Speaker, Prevention Processes that Result in Cultural Change for the Employee, Cummins Engine Corp, World Headquarters, Columbus, IN, 2013- | | Instructor, Phase Two # 11 – Management of Soft Tissue Syndromes and Case Studies, Occupational Health and Applied Ergonomics, Diplomate Post Graduate Specialty Program, (12.0 Contact Hours), Northwestern Health Sciences University,, Bloomington, MN, 2006- | | Instructor, Illinois Nurses Association, Method for Current Assisted Massage for Correction of Pathophysiology of Soft Tissue Dysfunction in Humans", INA-CE Approval Number 0508-6913. (6.0 Contact Hours), 2004- | | Instructor, Illinois Nurses Association, Method for Current Assisted Massage for Correction of Upper & Lower Body Soft Tissue Dysfunction in Humans", INA-CE Approval Number 0508-6914. (6.0 Contact Hours), Illinois Nursing Association, 2004- | | Instructor, Ergonomic Considerations in the Workplace; A Systems Approach;, 8 hours, Southeast Mo. University,, Cape Girardo, MO, 2004- | | Instructor, Ergonomic Considerations in the Workplace; A Systems Approach; 8 hours, Southeast Mo. University, On Site at Briggs & Stratton Facility, P, 2004- | | Featured Speaker, Containing, Reducing and Preventing Worker Comp Claims; A 40% Reduction in Direct Costs, Time Loss and Reserves , while Improving Employee Morale within 9 – 12 Months – Case Reviews of 6 Manufacturing Facilities., Oklahoma Alliance for Manufacturing Excellence, Lawton, , Oklahoma, OK, 2004- | | Speaker by Invitation, Consistent and Reproducible Procedures and Protocols for Reducing MSD’s In the Workplace, Lt Governor’s Office, Lt. Governor, Ms. Mary Fallon and Executive Staff, Lt Governor’s Office,, State Capital Building, Oklahoma City, OK, 2004- | | Instructor, Workers Compensation, A Different Perspective, INA-CE Approval Number 399-4582, (7.8 hours), Illinois Nurses Association, 2004- | | Co-Presenter with Tom Goetz, DVM, Chief of Surgery, Veterinary School of Medicine, University of Illinois, Champaign - Urbana, IL , Applied Principles for Tendon Injury of the Yearling Equines in Competition, Fairmont Race Track, St. Louis, MO, 2003- | | Presenter & Instructor, Biomechanics and Musculoskeletal Disorders of Equine Function, Veterinary School of Medicine, University of Illinois, Champaig, 2003- | | Instructor, 2003 International Academy of Occupational Health Care Consultants, Minneapolis, MN (6.0 hours), , 2003- | | Speaker, Northeast Oklahoma Safety Coalition, St. Mary’s Hospital, Northeast Oklahoma Safety Coalition, Oklahoma City, OK, 2001- | | Featured Speaker, Biomechanical Prevention Concepts Applied in the Poultry Industry, Corporate Headquarters, OK Industries, Fort Smith, AR, 2001- | | Featured Speaker, Offsetting the Impact of OHSA's Enacted Ergonomic Directives: Corporate Headquarters, Farmland Industries, Kansas City, IL, 2000- | | Featured Speaker, Annual Safety Meeting, Meridian Automotive, Meridian Automotive at Huntington College, Huntington, IN, 2000- | | Featured Speaker, Establishing an Industrial Consulting based Practice, Kansas State Chiropractic Annual Convention, Wichita, KS, 1997- | | Instructor, Illinois Nurses Association, Biomechanical Ergonomic Analysis Procedures, INA-CE Approval Number 399-4583, (7.8 hours), 1997- | | Instructor, Illinois Nurses Association, Establishing an Effective Medical Intervention Program: Advanced Stabilization Techniques of Musculoskeletal , 1997- | | Instructor, Illinois Nurses Association, Basic Early Intervention Techniques of Musculoskeletal Disorders, INA-CE Approval Number 299-4576, (6.0 hours, 1997- | | Instructor, Illinois Nurses Association, Establishing an Effective Medical Intervention Program: Advanced Stabilization Techniques of Musculoskeletal , 1997- | | Featured Speaker, Annual Health, Safety & Environmental Conference, Wood-Bridge Group, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, 1995- | | Developed, Researched and Produced, The Ice Bath Program; a two set video, for upper and lower extremities on the clinical application of ice to decre, 1995- | | Instructor, Advanced 5 days Clinical Seminar, Post Graduate Hours, Motion Palpation Institute & Cleveland Chiropractic College, Kona, Hawaii,, 1993- | | Featured Speaker - Safety Workers Compensation Summit Meeting, Johnson Controls, Inc., Geels, Belgium,, 1993- | | Featured Speaker at the Eastern Tennessee Personal Association, Featured Speaker at the Eastern Tennessee Personal Association, Knoxville, TN,, 1993- | | Featured Speaker at the Western Tennessee Personal Association, Tennessee Personal Association, Nashville, TN,, 1993- | | Featured Speaker: Biomechanical Analysis & Treatment Protocols for Reduction of Cumulative Trauma, Ikeeda Hoover, Ltd., Sunderland, United Kingdom, 1993- | | Developer, Power Flex Exercise Program, a 54-minute professional video of Ergonomic Job Task Specific Exercise for JIT Seating, Johnson Controls Autom, 1993- | | Featured Speaker at the OEM/Auto Supplier H.R. Executives Round Table, OEM/Auto Supplier Association, Detroit, MI,, 1993- | | Recognized Authority on Chiropractic Industrial Consulting Procedures, Featured Participant in the FCER (Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Res, 1993- | | Featured Speaker, The Chiropractic Role in Industry: Illinois State Convention, Prairie State Chiropractic Association, Urbana, IL, 1991- | | Featured Speaker, Controlling Worker Compensation Losses: The Role of Health Care Professionals, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, 1991- | | Featured Presenter, Prevention Solutions for Automotive Systems Best Practice’s, Corporate Automotive Division Headquarters, Johnson Controls, Inc., P, 1991- | | Featured Speaker, Prevention and Treatment of Soft Tissue Injuries, Argonne National Laboratory University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, Lamont, IL,, 1990- | | Featured Speaker: Third Convening of International Academy of Industrial Consultants, Minneapolis, MN, , 1988- |
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