2024 West Texas Conference Speakers
Jonathan E. Bleyer
Jonathan E. Bleyer joined J.D. Silva & Associates in 2023 as a Senior Trial Lawyer, focusing his practice on personal injury litigation and wrongful death claims. Jonathan has worked in the legal industry for over 10 years. In addition to his current work, he previously represented clients in matters involving insurance coverage and insurance defense. His time spent defending insurance companies provided him with unique insight into how carriers evaluate claims. He uses this experience to his clients’ advantage when insurance companies refuse to pay his clients the compensation they are due. Since joining the plaintiffs’ bar, Jonathan has successfully obtained millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of hundreds of injured clients and the surviving loved ones of wrongful death victims.
Jonathan graduated from Southern Illinois University – Carbondale with a Bachelor of Arts in Radio and Television in 2004. Subsequently, he earned his law degree from South Texas College of Law, manga cum laude, in 2011. During law school, he was selected as a member of the South Texas Law Review and recognized for his academic excellence with the CALI Award for highest grade in Criminal Procedure, CALI Award for highest grade in Legal Research & Writing I, and CALI Award for highest grade in Legal Research & Writing II. He is licensed to practice law in three states – Texas, Illinois, and Colorado. Jonathan is a member of the Houston Trial Lawyers Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Houston Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, Illinois State Bar Association, and American Bar Association. Jonathan was born to be a trial lawyer – he comes from a family of trial lawyers in his home state of Illinois.
Jonathan graduated from Southern Illinois University – Carbondale with a Bachelor of Arts in Radio and Television in 2004. Subsequently, he earned his law degree from South Texas College of Law, manga cum laude, in 2011. During law school, he was selected as a member of the South Texas Law Review and recognized for his academic excellence with the CALI Award for highest grade in Criminal Procedure, CALI Award for highest grade in Legal Research & Writing I, and CALI Award for highest grade in Legal Research & Writing II. He is licensed to practice law in three states – Texas, Illinois, and Colorado. Jonathan is a member of the Houston Trial Lawyers Association, Texas Trial Lawyers Association, Houston Bar Association, State Bar of Texas, Illinois State Bar Association, and American Bar Association. Jonathan was born to be a trial lawyer – he comes from a family of trial lawyers in his home state of Illinois.
Steven Clarke, DC
A licensed chiropractor in New Jersey since 1983, Steven Clarke, DC, has been an integral part of the healthcare of thousands in the Nutley area, as well as throughout the state. A popular lecturer on chronic pain conditions, Dr. Clarke has been an expert witness for numerous court cases as well as speaking to the legal and medical professions. He has appeared on numerous television shows, been interviewed by newspapers, and has written many articles on healthcare and legislative issues that affect patients in New Jersey. He has treated high school, college, and professional athletes, including several World Champion boxers. Dr. Clarke is the former Chairman of the Board of the New Jersey Chiropractic Society and was President of the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors, twice serving as President from 2007-11 before being re-elected for another term in 2016. He also chaired his state’s legislative committee, meeting with New Jersey legislators to improve healthcare for all patients throughout the state. He also is a member of the American Chiropractic Association and represented New Jersey chiropractors in Trenton on the Governor’s Health and Wellness Advisory Committee. In 2006, the entire chiropractic profession in New Jersey was polled and his colleagues named Dr. Clarke “Chiropractor of the Year.” In 2011, he was selected Alumna of the Year for the United States from Logan College of Chiropractic. Along with two colleagues, Dr. Clarke was among the first chiropractic physicians to get through to Ground Zero in New York after the September 11, 2001 attacks and provided care to the injured police, EMS, and firefighters.
Benjamin Fergus, DC
As an industry leader and educator in clinical rehabilitation and sports performance, Benjamin Fergus, DC, brings clean systematization to the high-stakes arenas of sports performance and chronic pain recovery. Dr Fergus lives and practices in Evanston, Illinois, where he is clinic director of Cornerstone Health, focusing on chronic pain recovery and athletic performance. Dr. Fergus is the founder and lead instructor for Global Rehabilitation & Injury Prevision (GRIP) Approach where he presents a clear framework for chiropractors to get clarity, results, and become an expert. Dr. Fergus earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Western Michigan University in 2009 before earning his Doctor of Chiropractic from National University of Health Sciences in 2013. Dr. Fergus has spoken at numerous conferences and has been a sports medicine and performance consultant for MLB, NBA, NFL, and college sports teams.
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Adam Harcourt DC, DACNB, FACFN, FABVR
Adam Harcourt, DC, DACNB, FACFN, FABVR, is the owner of Imagine X Functional Neurology in York, Pennsylvania. A fourth-generation chiropractor, Dr. Harcourt is a Fellow of the American College of Functional Neurology (FACFN), Fellow of the American Board of Vestibular Rehabilitation (FABVR), Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Neurology Board (DACNB), and is certified in Functional Neuro-Orthopedic Rehabilitation (FNOR). Dr. Harcourt also is a Professor of Clinical Neurology at Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies, where he travels both domestically and internationally instructing doctors from around the world. Dr. Harcourt has developed his novel migraine and concussion treatment programs based on the latest research (some of which are his own), his years of experience seeing patients, and his passion for finding the root causes and correcting them. Dr. Harcourt has also created a 150-hour post-doctorate fellowship program and has written a book, both titled Mastering Migraine. He instructs doctors from all different backgrounds how to treat migraine with his novel, cutting-edge approach based on the latest research. Dr. Harcourt was born and raised in central Pennsylvania and received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh, where he also completed a certificate in the Conceptual Foundations of Medicine. Dr. Harcourt completed his graduate work at Life Chiropractic College West, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic. He graduated Cum Laude, with honors, and received the highly coveted Clinical Excellence Award for his graduating class. He then pursued three post-doctorate degrees in Functional Neurology and Vestibular Rehabilitation through the Carrick Institute.
Paul Jaskoviak, DC, Dipl. Med.Ac., FIMA, DCRD. DACAN, CCSP, FICC
An educator, author, public speaker, and world traveler, Paul Jaskoviak, DC, helped pioneer acupuncture in the United States, publishing two research manuals while earning his Doctor of Chiropractic at National College of Chiropractic. He has testified across the country on acupuncture and taught more than 1,000 weekend seminars. Author of Applied Physiotherapy, one of the most widely read textbooks in chiropractic, Dr. Jaskoviak has worked for several chiropractic colleges, including Parker University and Texas Chiropractic College. He was in charge of Parker Seminars for several years.
Janet Lintala, DC
With 50,000 children being diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) each year, there is now a virtual “silent tsunami” of individuals with specific medical and chiropractic needs. Janet Lintala, DC, integrates the clinical experience of a biomedical autism practice with the first-hand experience only an autism parent can deliver. As an autism parent, she understands the complete confusion this diagnosis brings. As a chiropractor, she sees the holes, contradictions, and even nonsense in the treatment approaches families are offered. Helping autism families cut through the confusion and apply effective treatments and therapies has become her passion. Dr. Lintala cuts through the “autism clutter” and provides a clear and logical plan. Using straightforward language, case studies, and specific strategies and protocols, Dr. Lintala gives clinicians the tools they need to take action and help their patient with ASD in ways that can show immediate results. Dr. Lintala received a Bachelor of Science in Genetics from The Ohio State University. She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from National University of Health Sciences as salutatorian, graduating summa cum laude one month before the birth of the first of her two sons. She discovered that current medical and chiropractic knowledge did not offer her many tools to help her child at that time. Raising her sons has been a multi-year “residency” in ASD and its related conditions. Dr. Lintala is the founder of The Autism Recovery Resource Center, serving patients in 10 states, and does extensive pro bono work at the center. She is currently an adjunct faculty member at NUHS, a speaker for Intersect4Kids, and has mentored with Elizabeth Mumper, MD, former medical director of the Autism Research Institute.
Lisa Maciejewski-West, CMC, CMOM, CMIS, CPCO
Lisa Maciejewski-West has been involved in the chiropractic billing, management, and consulting field since 1982. In 2006, Maciejewski-West founded Gold Star Medical Business Services, providing outsource billing, compliance and practice management consulting services for chiropractic physicians and medical practices nationwide. She is a certified Medical Coder, Medical Insurance Specialist, Medical Office Manager and Certified Professional Compliance Officer. Maciejewski-West has taught for many medical and state chiropractic organizations, and is a regular webinar contributor for ChiroHealthUSA and Advanced Medical Integration. She also has twice presented at the American Medical Biller’s Association’s national conference. Maciejewski-West recently partnered with ChiroCongress to bring a national insurance help desk to chiropractic associations all over the US, including the Texas Chiropractic Association. In September 2023, Maciejewski-West was appointed by Governor Greg Abbott to serve on the Board of the Texas State Office of Risk Management, which oversees the Worker’s Compensation Fund and other Auto and Property Insurance Plans for State Employees and State Owned Vehicles and Buildings.
Joshua Massingill
Joshua Massingill is a native Texan and a graduate of Pepperdine University School of Law and the Straus Institute, the nation’s top-ranked dispute resolution program. An attorney practicing in Austin, Massingill is the owner of Massingill Attorneys & Counselors at Law. He previously served on the Texas State Bar’s Law Practice Management Committee. Massingill served as Legislative Counsel to a United States Representative in Washington, DC until 2014, when he decided to return to Texas. As Counsel to the Texas Senate Committee on Health and Human Services, he managed a broad portfolio of legal and regulatory issues and contributed to significant legislative reforms. As an attorney and lobbyist representing the Texas Chiropractic Association, he is widely recognized as being knowledgeable about legal issues facing Texas chiropractors. He assisted in drafting SB 679, a landmark bill authorizing chiropractors to jointly own medical entities with physicians and helped guide the bill to passage. Massingill routinely manages seven- and eight-figure corporate transactions for domestic and international clients in assorted industries, including healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, and others.
Jeff Williams, DC, FIANM, DABFP
Jeff Williams, DC, FIANM, DABFP, is the chiropractor and owner of Creek Stone Integrated Medical in Amarillo. With over 28 years of experience, Dr. Williams is a Board Certified Diplomate of the International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine and the American Board of Forensic Professionals. Recognized as an expert in Whiplash in District Court, Dr. Williams holds advanced certification in Whiplash Biomechanics & Traumatology, showcasing his specialized expertise. He is not only a clinician but is also invested in chiropractic education. Dr. Williams hosts the podcast "Chiropractic Forward," dissecting weekly research papers and sharing his personal experiences. As an author, his book and research resource, The Remarkable Truth About Chiropractic: A Unique Journey Into The Research, is available on Amazon. Dr. Williams is deeply involved in the Texas Chiropractic Association (TCA), serving in key roles through the years, previously serving as the District 2 State Director on the Board of Directors and currently serving as the Department Coordinator of Scientific Affairs. In patient care, Dr. Williams adopts a comprehensive approach, leading a team of providers focused on providing effective and lasting results.
Alicia M. Yochum, RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK
Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK, received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Point Loma Nazarene University and then worked in the ICU for one year before matriculating to Logan College of Chiropractic, where she graduated Sum Cum Laude in 2011. Dr. Yochum completed her imaging residency at Logan in 2015 and received her DACBR, becoming the first second-generation DACBR in the history of chiropractic. Dr. Yochum has published many articles in peer-reviewed journals and has lectured around the country and internationally. Dr. Yochum completed her fellowship in musculoskeletal advanced imaging at Logan University with an emphasis on musculoskeletal diagnostic ultrasound. Dr. Yochum is currently practicing in Denver, Colorado, at Rocky Mountain Chiropractic Radiological Center.