Maria Quintero DC , ,CCSP, LMT, DAAPM, DAAMLP
3650 NW 82 Avenue #304, Doral, Florida, 33166
Phone: 305-406-9636
mquintero007@aol.com
http://www.carcrashdoc.com
EDUCATION AND LICENSURE
Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed in the State of Florida, License # License Massage Therapist MA-42101, 2004-Present
Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed in the State of Florida, License # Facial Specialist FB-0717297, 1999-Present
Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed in the State of Florida, License # Chiropractic CH-7448, 1998-Present
Doctor of Chiropractic, Licensed in the State of Texas, License # Chiropractic 5412, 1990-Present
Doctorate of Chiropractic, Texas Chiropractic College, Pasadena, Texas, 1989
Internship, Texas Chiropractic College, Pasadena, Texas, 1989 - 1988
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part I, 1989
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part II, 1989
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Physiotherapy, 1989
Bachelors of Science in Biology/Chemistry, University of Texas at El Paso, El Paso, Texas, 1985

SELECTED POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND DIPLOMATES

Advanced Certification of Competency, Whiplash and Mild Traumatic Brain Injuiries, Comprehensive training in whiplash and brain injury traumatology, emphasizing the biomechanics of injury mechanisms,occupant kinematics,automobile crash reconstruction methods, the most current knowledge of soft tissue, endocrinological, bony, and nervous system disorders, advanced imaging techniques, and comprehensive case management of whiplash and related disorders Certification in Advanced Certification of Competency, Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Arthur C Croft, San Diego , California, 2015
Post-Surgical Spine Rehabiltation Training, Post-Surgical Spine Rehabilitation (PSSR) training is a course that provides in-depth instruction to DCs in the rehabilitation of patients who have undergone minimally- invasive spinal surgery, emphasizing the continuum of quality treatment and care for the patient. Dr. Quintero is considered a preferred resource for Laser Spine Institute. Certification in Post-Surgical Spine Rehabilitation Training, American Chiropractic Association, Laser Spine Institute, Cincinnati, Ohio, 2015
Diplomate of American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, The American Academy of Medical-Legal Professionals was developed to foster a collaborative effort between medical and legal professionals in an ethical relationship. Its purpose is to support on a national level through research, dialogue and practice excellence, professionals in the medical-legal arena. Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2009
DOT Medical Examiner, DOT Medical Exam for Physicians, trained to perform the DOT medical exam and apply the FMCSA Medical Standards, advisory criteria, and guidelines when determining driving status. This 8-12 hour course details the components of the DOT Medical Exam for commercial drivers, why drivers must maintain current medical certification, FMCSA regulations, and driver status for common driver medical conditions, Team CME, Austin, Texas, 2010 Certification in TeamCME DOT Medical Examiner, TeamCME, Austin, Texas, 2010
DOT Breath Alcohol Tester, Breath Alcohol Technician (BAT) trained to perform Department of Transportation (DOT) alcohol testing, DOT regulations require completion of a “Qualification” and a “Proficiency” training course. This course satisfies the DOT training requirement to become an accredited DOT Breath Alcohol Technician, Team CME, Austin, Texas, 2010 Certification in TeamCME DOT Breath Alcohol Tester, TeamCME, Austin, Florida, 2010
DOT Urine Specimen Collector, Department of Transportation (DOT) Urine Specimen Collector trained to perform urine collection for DOT drug testing, DOT regulations require completion of “Qualification” and Proficiency” . This course satisfied the DOT qualification to be able to perform drug testing, Team CME, Austin, Texas, 2010 Certification in TeamCME DOT Drug Testing, TeamCME, Austin, Florida, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Education Department Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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, newtons, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Education Department Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Education Department Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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-Electronystagmosgraphy (V-ENG) interpretation, protocols and clinical indications for the trauma patient. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Education Department, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Documentation and Reporting for the Trauma Victim, Understanding the necessity for accurate documentation and diagnosis utilizing the ICD-9 and the CPT to accurately describe the injury through diagnosis. Understanding and utilizing state regulations on reimbursement issues pertaining to healthcare. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Education Department, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Documentation and Reporting for the Trauma Victim, Understanding the necessity for accurate documentation and diagnosis utilizing the ICD-9 and the CPT to accurately describe the injury through diagnosis. Understanding and utilizing state regulations on reimbursement issues pertaining to healthcare. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Education Department, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, New York 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. CMCS Post Doctoral Division, New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Education Department, Board for Chiropractic, Long Island, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, AACME Joint Sponsorship with the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and CMCS Post Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, AACME Joint Sponsorship with the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and CMCS Post Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, AACME Joint Sponsorship with the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and CMCS Post Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, AACME Joint Sponsorship with the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and CMCS Post Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, AACME Joint Sponsorship with the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and CMCS Post Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, 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. New York Chiropractic Council, New York State Department of Education, Board for Chiropractic, AACME Joint Sponsorship with the State University of New York at Buffalo, School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and CMCS Post Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2010 Certification in Medical Legal Professional, Diplomate, Diplomate of the American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Buffalo NY Medical School, Buffalo, New York, 2010
Independent Chiropractic Medical Examiner, Independent medical examinations (IMEs) are evaluations performed by an evaluator not involved in the care of the examinee, for clarifying clinical and case issues. IMEs are an important component of workers' compensation systems, and are also used to clarify other disability or liability associated cases. Impairment evaluations are often used to provide a more objective understanding of the impact of an injury or illness. Certification in Independent Medical Examiner, New York Chiropractic College, Long Island, New York, 2001
Pain Management, The mission of the American Academy of Pain Management is to advance the field of pain management using an integrative model of patient-centered care by providing evidence-based education for pain practitioners, as well as credentialing and advocacy for its members. Certification in Pain Management, Diplomate, The American Academy of Pain Management, Sonora, California, 2006
Holistic Iridologist, The International Institute of Iridology was founded on the principles of providing ethical and quality education for those seeking the leading edge information in iridology. For over a quarter of a century the Institute has maintained a high level of professionalism and excellence and expects the same from the students who enter into the program of study in Holistic Iridology. Certification in Holistic Iridologist, International Institute of Iridology, Waynesville, North Carolina, 2006
Licensed Massage Therapy, This program is an advanced multidisciplinary approach to bodywork preparing students to holistically practice massage therapy in a variety of therapeutic environments within the industry. This program includes the complete Therapeutic Massage Training Program. In addition, modalityspecific assessments enhance the student's effectiveness with clinical analysis, intuition and application of advanced techniques in the following: Myokinetic techniques, Hydrotherapy spa treatments, sports injury management, and rehabilitative protocols. General Education courses provide a broad foundation of knowledge beyond the core curriculum. Certification in Licensed Massage Therapy, Florida College of Natural Health, Miami, Florida, 2004
Acupuncture , Division of Complementary Medicine and Integrative Medicine and Department of Pyschiatry and Behaviarol Sciences presents... Reduce stress and relieve pain with Acupuncture! The Center for Complementary and Integrative Medicine at the Miller School of Medicine offers an Acupuncture Pain and Stress Reduction Clinic to the University community (including non-employees). Treatments, offered on both the Miller and Coral Gables campuses, can give you more energy, relieve pain, and can help you stay calm. Certification in Clinical Acupuncture, University Of Miami Miller School of Medicine, Miami, Florida, 2003
Impairment Rating, Standardized methodology is applied to each chapter to enhance the relevancy of impairment ratings, improve internal consistency and promote ease of application to the rating process. This ordered method enables busy physicians to become proficient with the ratings for multiple organ systems and anticipate how each chapter is organized and assimilates information. Certification in Impairment Rating, Kaplan Seminars, Orlando, Florida, 2003
Anti Aging Health Practitioner, The A4M(American Academy of Anti-Aging Physician) believe that an "anti-aging transformation" can be produced by a combination of interventions, which include hormones, antioxidants, lifestyle modifications and exercise. A 2002 presentation produced by Klatz highlights many widely recommended interventions to maintain health in old age, such as staying slim, avoiding smoking, regular exercise, maintaining an active social and sex life, continued mental stimulation, avoiding stress, a healthy diet, and moderate alcohol consumption. The presentation also recommends consuming antioxidant supplements, and avoiding tap water, which it describes as "dangerous" due to it being contaminated with toxic chemicals. The A4M argues that the application of this set of interventions can produce "practical immortality", which are human lifespans in excess of 150 years, and predict future lifespans ranging up to 200 years old before the year 3000. Writing in 2006, Klatz predicted that such dramatic increases in lifespan will be produced by emerging technologies such as nanotechnology or stem cell therapy, which he states "shows ubiquitous promise for everything from stroke to spinal cord injury. With the discovery of such future technologies, Klatz believes that "Humankind will evolve toward an Ageless Society, in which we all experience boundless physical and mental vitality. Certification in Anti Aging Health Professional, Diplomate, American Academy of Anti Aging Medicine, A4M, Chicago, Illinois, 1999
Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Personal Trainers are primarily responsible for “determining the safest and most effective program activities for clients, based on interview, screening, assessment and evaluation, and then implementing the appropriate program components and strategies by instructing, managing, and educating their clients for health and fitness improvements” (NCSF, 2005). The specific job tasks of a Certified Personal Trainer and their supportive qualifying competencies are defined by the scope of the profession document. The scope of practice creates the boundaries of expertise and delineates the minimum competency requirements necessary for safe and effective professional activity. Certification in NCSF Personal Trainer, National Council of Strength and Fitness, Coral Gables, Florida, 1999
LPG Endermologie Technician, This patented slimming technique reactivates the removal of fat (lipolysis) to erase localized fat and imperfections. LPG's mechanical Roll stimulation triggers deep biological responses: the reactivation of fat release and production of collagen and elastin. RESULTS: A more slimmed figure and naturally firmer, smoother skin! Certification in Endermologie Technician, LPG, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 1998
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician, Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician who has undergone specific training in identifying and treating sports related injuries. She can examine you to determine areas of spinal misalignment, muscular weakness and muscular tightness that may not only be causing pain, but hindering your athlectic ability as well. Her treatment programs may include prescribing specific exercises to help to increase strength endurance and improve overall body flexibility. Certification in CCSP , Texas Chiropractic College, Pasadena, Texas, 1992
Manipulation Under Anesthesia, Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) is multidisciplinary manual therapy treatment system which is used to improve articular and soft tissue movement using specifically controlled release, myofascial manipulation, and mobilization techniques while the patient is under moderate to deep IV sedation using monitorized anesthesia care (MAC) Currently MUA certification courses offered through accredited chiropractic college post graduate departments are recognized by malpractice carriers for inclusive coverage. It has been important to regulatory agencies, academic institutions, professional associations and organizations and malpractice carriers to recognize appropriate training programs. Towards that end, specific criteria have been adopted to establish credible certification course offerings. Standards and protocol establishing credible certification training programs are recognized by the National MUA Academy of Physicians and the International Academy of MUA Physicians and are subscribed to by the accredited academic institutions offering post graduate certification in Manipulation Under Anesthesia. Certification in MUA, Texas Chiropractic College & Gordon Technique (Boca Raton, Florida) 2006 , Pasadena, Texas, 1991
150-hour post-graduate education for Doctors of Chiropractic, certificate of completion issued by Palmer College of Chiropractic Certification in Electrodiagnosis, NCV and EMG, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Port Orange, Florida, 2011
Medical Front Office & Billing, Certification in National Certified Insurance & Coding Specialist , Florida Career College, Miami , Florida, 2012

SELECTED TEACHING/INSTRUCTING/LECTURING/CONSULTING

DOT Medical Examiner, DOT Breath Alcohol & DOT Drug Testing, TeamCME, Mike Megehee DC, Austin, Texas, 2010- Present
Board Examiner, Chiropractic State Board Examiner, Department of Professional Regulation, Tallahassee, Florida, 2007- Present
Testing Advisor, Medical Massage, Florida College of Natural Health, Miami, Florida, 2004- Present

SELECTED MEMBERSHIPS

American Academy of Medical Legal Professionals, Active Member, 2010 - Present
American Academy of Disability Evaluating Physician, Active Member, 2009 - Present
Florida Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Active Member, 2007 - Present
American College of Iridology, Active Member, 2006 - Present
American Academy of Pain Management, Active Member, 2006 - Present
Florida State Massage Therapy Association, Active Member, 2004 - Present
Florida College of Natural Health, Medical Massage Advisory Board Member, 2004 - Present
American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, Active Member, 1999 - Present
Florida Chiropractic Association, Active Member, 1994 - Present
Council on Sports Injuries and Physical Fitness, Active Member, 1992 - Present
American Chiropractic Association, Active Member, 1991 - Present
Texas Chiropractic Association, Active Member, 1990 - Present

SELECTED HONORS AND AWARDS

Guide to Americas Top Chiropractors, 2011
Guide to Americas Top Chiropractors, 2009