CHIRO TEXPO '25
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June 27, 2025
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8:00 am-7:30 pm CE Session #1 (Medicare)
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Maciejewski-West, CMC, CMOM, CMIS, CPCO TITLE: Medicare for Chiropractors: Understanding Medicare (8 CE Hours) Complete your one-time Medicare hours or use it as a refresher to get the latest updates. This comprehensive workshop offers a review/comparison of the different “parts” of Medicare, including:
8:00am-12:30pm CE Session #2
INSTRUCTOR: David Seaman, DC, MS, DABCN TITLE: Dietary Induction of Osteoarthritis, Tendinosis and Depression (4 CE Hours) Obesity and the metabolic syndrome function as foundational pathophysiological states that drive both visceral and musculoskeletal conditions. In the last 20 years, the diet-musculoskeletal relationship has become very clear. This session outlines this relationship from a diagnostic and lifestyle management perspective. Topics covered in this session include:
8:00 am-12:30pm CE Session #3 (Adjust Lab)
INSTRUCTOR: Corey Campbell, DC TITLE: The Dynamic Spine - A Multi-Modal Approach to Chiropractic Care (4 CE hours) This hands-on workshop in the Adjust Lab will explain the rationale of motion palpation and why it fits into any practice. You will learn about palpation of the pelvis and thoraco-lumbar junction, the cervical-thoracic spine and the upper cervical spine through demonstrations and how to apply those findings into your own practice. Lastly, you will learn how to integrate functional testing and treatment as it relates to the these palpation findings. 10:30 am- 12:30 pm CE Session # 4 (Acupuncture)
INSTRUCTOR: Mark Hanson, DC, L.Ac. TITLE: Auricular in Chiropractic Practice (4 CE Hours) Auricular acupuncture is a microsystem technique that entails inserting different types of needles into specific points on the external ear, covering both its anterior and posterior aspects. This method is effective for various conditions, particularly in alleviating pain throughout the body, promoting mental relaxation, managing allergies, regulating endocrine disorders, and addressing chronic diseases and functional imbalances. In addition, it is commonly used for issues related to substance use, including drugs, alcohol, and smoking, as well as for weight management. In this session featuring one of the country's foremost acupuncture instructors, you will understand the fundamentals of auricular acupuncture, how to identify key auricular points, how to apply basic needling and non-needle techniques, and how to ensure safety and best practices. 12:30 pm -1:45 pm CE Session #5 (Lunch)
INSTRUCTOR: Ricky Hernandez (JD Silva & Associates) TITLE: How to Prepare for a Deposition in a Personal Injury Case (1 CE Hour) Depositions are critical in personal injury cases because your testimony is necessary to prove your patient’s case, and the defense attorney can cross-examine you to poke holes in that case. Preparing for a deposition starts at the very first visit of every single PI case. In this lunch session, you will learn everything you need to know to shine the next time you are giving testimony in a PI deposition. Space is limited at this session, so save your spot! 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm (Keynote Session)
INSTRUCTOR: Buck Wise TITLE: Equity in Your Personal Brand - From Social to Sales Buck Wise is a seasoned entrepreneur with expertise in personal branding, marketing strategy, content creation and profit growth, for leaders around the world. After selling multiple million dollar marketing agencies, Buck has a proven track record of working with top brands like Starbucks, Nike and Google, Ryan Serhant and even Grant Cardone. As CEO of #CLOSINGDAY AGENCY, Buck helps high-achieving entrepreneurs attain true growth and freedom by utilizing his wealth of experience and knowledge in the industry. In his high-energy keynote session, Buck will show you how to attract and convert more clients with your personal brand. This is one session that every chiropractor - whether you own a practice or not - needs to attend! 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm CE Session #6
INSTRUCTOR: Cindy M. Howard, DC TITLE: Sexual Health (1.5 CE Hours) Sexual health can be a very broad and challenging topic as many struggle to communicate about sexual health in a professional and accurate manner. By attending this session, you will gain the proper knowledge on topics such as male and female pelvic disorders, hormone dysfunction, sexual abuse and harassment, and the relationship to LBP. You will gain knowledge in these areas and eliminate the barrier of embarrassment to improve your communication and help your patients. 4:00 pm - 7:30 pm CE Session #7 (Adjust Lab/DIANM Diplomate)
INSTRUCTOR: Tim Bertlesman, DC TITLE: Mastering the Rotator Cuff (3.5 CE Hours) Rotator cuff injuries account for 4.5 million physician office visits per year. Managing this problem can range from frustrating to rewarding, depending on the depth of training. In this practical hands-on workshop in the Adjust Lab, you will discover everything you need to know about how to successfully treat rotator cuff injuries. You will learn the latest best practices for evaluation, treatment, and home rehab. Most importantly, you will know how to approach each case confidently and leave with a greater understanding of managing the most common problem affecting the shoulder. Note: By completing this course, you will receive credit towards earning a neuromusculoskeletal diplomate (DIAMN) from the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine. 4:45 pm - 6:15 pm CE Session #8
PANELISTS: Fred Casper, DC; Mary Collings, DC; Todd Petersen, DC
TITLE: Texas Chiropractors Leave Their Mark in the Pro and College Ranks (1.5 CE hours) Over the past decade, chiropractic has become entrenched in the college and professional ranks, with nearly every major sports organization having a team chiropractor on the roster. In this panel discussion, leading chiropractors will share their unique experiences juggling the high-pressure game of treating elite athletes while also running successful practices. Our panelists have combined for decades of experience working with four of the Dallas/Fort Worth’s major professional sports teams – Dallas Cowboys, Dallas Mavericks, Dallas Stars and Texas Rangers – as well as collegiately for the Southern Methodist University Mustangs, now in their first year in the Atlantic Coast Conference. This will be an interactive session. Don’t worry … there will plenty of time for your questions! 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm CE Session #9
INSTRUCTOR: Cindy M. Howard, DC TITLE: Nutrition for Pre- and Post-Concussion (1 CE Hour) Both athletes and non-athletes are affected by TBI and concussion with more than just neurological symptoms. Common infection and stress prior to TBI can exacerbate the injury. The opposite is true as well when we see a concussed patient. Infection and symptoms related to stress may present for weeks, months or years following. After injury, infection or adrenal stress, nutrition can play a crucial role in the healing process and may drastically speed up recovery and prevent future debilitation. In this session, you will learn ways to manage stress, identify triggers, and treat common infections. You also will get nutritional recommendations you can use in practice as well as see case studies that led to successful outcomes. Whether you treat athletes or not, this is a session you shouldn't miss! |
June 28, 2025
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7:15 am - 8:15 am CE Session #10
INSTRUCTOR: Danielle Eaton, DC TITLE: Preventing, Diagnosing and Managing Burnout (1 CE Hour) People are busier than ever today, and most two-parent families have both parents working out of the home. The pace in our current culture is a major contributor to many health conditions that chiropractors see every day. In this breakfast session, you will learn what constitutes a diagnosis of burnout and why this condition is relevant to all practicing chiropractors today. In this program, the instructor will review the systems of the human body involved in burnout and the pathophysiology associated with this condition. You will see clinical findings so you can make a confident diagnosis. You also will learn how to manage your patients, focusing on clinical measures that affect the nervous and endocrine systems. Lastly, you will better understand the role of the chiropractor in preventing burnout, how to identify risk factors, as well as what lifestyle modifications should be made. 7:15 am - 8:15 am CE Session #11
INSTRUCTOR: Eric Harrison, DC TITLE: Building a Safe Practice: How Texas DCs Can Make a Difference by Identifying & Reporting Human Trafficking (1 CE hours) What are the warning signs of some being human trafficked? When you identify a victim, what do you do? This comprehensive training session for DCs and their staff emphasizes identifying, protecting, and supporting human trafficking victims. You also will learn how to deal with former victims of human trafficking and abuse to provide a comfortable environment in your office. Note: TCA has applied for approval the Human Trafficking course required by Texas Health and Human Services. 8:15 am - 12:45 pm CE Session # 12
INSTRUCTOR: Brandon Brock, DC, DNP, APRN, NP-C, AFMCP, DACNB, FABES, PhD TITLE: Joint and Biomechanical Restoration: Stopping the Pain Cycle (4 CE Hours) Join Dr. Brandon Brock on a quest through thorough patient examinations, progressive practice techniques, labs, orthopedic testing, soft tissue manipulation, nutrition & low-level laser techniques for neurological rehab of all joints. Critical points, including common pathologies, biomechanics, standard entrapment zones and compartmental injuries, will be covered, including demonstrations of the why, where, when & how for intervention. Dr. Brock thrives on teaching and providing educational support to facilitate learning for all physicians. Join him in on this journey for whole-body musculoskeletal health, as you will reap the benefit of learning with Dr. Brock for your patients’ reward! 8:15 am - 12:45 pm CE Session # 13 (Adjust Lab)
INSTRUCTOR: Benjamin Fergus, DC TITLE: The Non-Surgical Knee Replacement (4 CE hours) Part of his acclaimed Non-Surgical Joint Replacement series, Benjamin Fergus DC guides you through conservative management of the restricted knee. This course offers an in-depth and highly practical approach to recover knee function, comfort, and performance. With evaluation, classification, joint manipulation, tissue & capsule manipulation, and rehab – you’ll leave this high-energy lab session empowered to become the knee expert. 8:15 am - 10:15 am CE Session #14
INSTRUCTOR: Kyl Smith, DC TITLE: Hidden in Plain Sight: Three Key Health Factors That Can Restore Musculoskeletal Health, Decrease Chronic Pain and Improve Virtually All Patient Outcomes (2 CE Hours) There are three factors that, if left unchecked, can negatively influence the health outcomes of otherwise healthy older adults. They drive inflammation, chronic pain, loss of muscle, and joint integrity, and ultimately accelerate aging. In this one-hour session, you will learn how to identify and mitigate these hidden factors to decrease chronic pain and restore musculoskeletal health, energy, and vitality. 8:30 am - 12:45 pm CE Session #15
INSTRUCTOR: Lisa Maciejewski-West, CMC, CMOM, CMIS, CPCO TITLE: Chiropractic Assistant/Staff Workshop (6 CE Hours) The information-packed workshop is a MUST for any chiropractic assistant or office staff. Chiropractors also are invited to listen and learn! From Job to Career: How to Become a Career CA: In this session, you will learn the many opportunities CA’s have to make a career in chiropractic healthcare. Chiropractic Office Management: What Does It REALLY Mean to Be a Chiropractic Office Manager?: In this introduction to office management, you will learn the various aspects of being a manager, and help you define your vital role in leadership and compliance. What Every CA Needs to Know About Insurance: Understanding the insurance world is not just for Insurance CA’s. Front desk CA’s, rehab techs, and even CA’s who work in cash practices need to know the basics of insurance to better answer patient questions and inquiries in a caring and professional manner. AI, Friend or Foe: Artificial Intelligence is here to stay in the healthcare industry. Discover how AI is being used in healthcare operations, and how to know when AI is helping you or steering you in the wrong direction. 10:45 am - 12:45 pm CE SESSION #16
INSTRUCTOR: Saleem Musallam and Terry Yochum, DC, DACBR, FCCR (Canada), FICC (Hon.), Fellow, ACCR TITLE: History and Advancements in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression (2 CE Hours) This session is designed for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of non-surgical spinal decompression (NSSD) by examining its historical development from both technological and clinical research perspectives. The program is structured into five key sections: interpretation of magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), review of radiological findings, historical evolution of NSSD, analysis of published clinical research on NSSD, and strategies for integrating NSSD into interdisciplinary care by fostering collaboration between the chiropractic and medical communities. 2:15 pm - 6:15 pm CE Session #17 (TBCE Mandatory Hours)
INSTRUCTOR: Josh Massingill TITLE: TBCE Mandatory Hours (4 CE hours) You've never heard the TBCE hours quite like this. TCA attorney Josh Massingill will take you through an entertaining and informative four hours, covering the TBCE rules, code of ethics, documentation, and risk management. This isn't a rule-by-rule presentation but includes case studies and valuable information to keep you out of trouble. 2:15 pm - 6:15 pm CE Session #18 (Adjust Lab)
INSTRUCTOR: Benjamin Fergus, DC TITLE: The Non-Surgical Hip Replacement (4 CE Hours) Back by popular demand, this interactive workshop in the Adjust Lab offers an in-depth and highly practical approach to recover hip joint function, comfort, and performance. With proper evaluation, joint manipulation, tissue manipulation, and rehab, you will leave this high-energy session empowered to become the hip expert in your community. 2:15 pm - 6:15 pm CE Session # 19 (DIANM Diplomate)
INSTRUCTOR: Tim Bertlesman, DC TITLE: Advanced Strategies for Headache and Vertigo Relief (4 CE Hours) Take your neck and head pain management skills to the next level! In this exciting and entertaining presentation, you will dive deep into the most effective ways to assess and treat the root cause of neck pain, headaches, and vertigo. You will learn about the most clinically relevant assessments and master practical techniques for diagnosing and resolving neck pain, headaches, and vertigo. Discover the four often-overlooked functional biomechanical problems that can delay recovery and contribute to many of the cervical-related structural diagnoses chiropractors treat. You'll learn about the latest developments in the classification of neck pain and walk away with real-world tools to help you manage neck pain, headaches, and vertigo more effectively. Note: By completing this course, you will receive credit towards earning a neuromusculoskeletal diplomate (DIAMN) from the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine. |
June, 29, 2025 |
8:00 am - 12:15 pm CE Session #20 (DIANM Diplomate)
INSTRUCTOR: Tim Bertlesman, DC TITLE: Advanced Strategies for Neck Pain Relief (4 CE Hours) Chiropractors generally demonstrate exceptional clinical confidence when managing spinal complaints. However, management of non-spinal conditions can range from frustrating to rewarding, depending on the depth of the provider's training. This practical workshop covers the essential skills for successfully treating the most common lower extremity complaints. It also includes a review of the current best practices for evaluating, treating, and directing simple in-office or home-based rehab. Attendees will leave this class with greater understanding and confidence about managing the most common problems outside of the spine. Note: By completing this course, you will receive credit towards earning a neuromusculoskeletal diplomate (DIAMN) from the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine. 8:00 am - 12:15pm CE Session #21
INSTRUCTOR: Alicia M. Yochum, RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK TITLE: Real Life Radiology (4 CE Hours) Don't miss this always changing, case-based lecture pulling from recent cases read for chiropractors across the nation. Dr. Alicia Yochum, one of the country's top radiology specialists, will review a wide range of pathology from sports injury, arthritis, infection, and neoplasm - all of which have come through practicing chiropractors' doors. Proper utilization of imaging will be covered, and this will remind you that arthritis is not the only pathology that could come through your door! 8:00 am - 10:00 am CE Session #22
INSTRUCTOR: Aaron Wiegand, DC TITLE: Introduction to Dry Needling (2 CE Hours) This session will review the stages of patient development from acute care to supportive care and review pain physiology and current models as it pertains to acute and chronic pain. You will learn the history of needling techniques from traditional Chinese acupuncture to current dry needling practiced by physical medicine specialties. Also covered will be current research on dry needling, including theoretical models of efficacy and mechanisms, as well as treating specific conditions. You will receive actual clinical examples of treatment protocols and how they Integrate within a physical medicine course of multimodal care. |
