Blair Technique Podcast

Dr. Brian Pokorski is an upper cervical doctor in Buffalo, NY. Dr. Pokorski has a very interesting path into upper cervical care, and dove right in the deep end to become a diplomate with no prior experience. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Pokorski's background as a full spine practitioner and how he got interested in upper cervical care Jumping into the diplomate program with NO prior upper cervical training/experience The pros of earning diplomate status and challenges faced during the process How becoming an upper cervical diplomate has changed his practice Lessons he learned along the way from the top minds in upper cervical care today and more. To carry on the conversation with Dr. Pokorski, you can reach him through his practice website here: https://mychiropracticlifestyle.com/ To check out the Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Technique, visit www.blairtechnique.com to find upcoming seminars, information, and resources To learn more about the ICA's Council on Upper Cervical Care, including the Diplomate Program, visit https://www.icauppercervical.com/

Dr. Alex Pankoke is a chiropractor, entrepreneur, and mother. Like a lot of women chiropractors, she struggled with the balance of home life and practice life in a traditional associate position. She felt the tension of preaching one thing to her patients about a healthy lifestyle, and how she was living. This tension drove her to think outside the box and create a boutique practice that prioritized her family life while also giving her the opportunity to share her gifts and chiropractic care with her IDEAL clients. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Alex's journey to success in a boutique practice Challenges of balancing work and family life as a young woman in chiropractic What is a boutique practice? How to know if a boutique practice is right for you Practical tips for building a boutique practice and more. To follow up with Dr. Alex, check out these links: Boutique Practices website Boutique Practices Instagram

Dr. Beth Lundby is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor and is certified as proficient and as a primary instructor in the Blair Upper Cervical Technique. She owns and operates her private practice called Upper Cervical Health Centers in Bismarck, North Dakota. Dr. Beth took the uncommon road of starting a practice and family at a similar time, presenting certain obstacles that are unique for women chiropractors. In this episode, we discuss: the pros/cons of solo practice as a mom challenges with starting a new practice in a new town lessons learned in the effort to balance family and work life post-partum woes facing chiropractors including physical healing, depression, etc. the process of refining her skills as a chiropractor and finding her authentic model of practice and more. If you enjoy conversations like these, please let us know by emailing blairchiropodcast@gmail.com.  Visit www.blairtechnique.com/events to find an upcoming seminar to sharpen your skills. You'll also find the information for this years conference there. Connect with Dr. Beth through her website here: https://www.uppercervicalbismarck.com/

Meniere's Disease is one of those conditions that responds very favorably to the work we do in Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic. Thanks to the work of Dr. Michael Burcon especially, patients are searching for upper cervical doctors to help them with this condition. However, many practitioners across the healthcare landscape are not very aware of, confident with, and well versed in the literature surrounding the pathophysiology of this syndrome. Often when patients with Meniere's disease find their way into our offices, it's after failure in other healthcare settings. In this episode, Dr. Cameron Bearder of Keystone Upper Cervical Spine Clinic in Lake Norman, NC sits down with me to review some of the important points to consider with Meniere's Disease including: typical presentations and how they respond to upper cervical adjusting atypical presentations and how to troubleshoot body systems to help patients get comprehensive care autoimmunity and the genesis of Meniere's Disease "Cervicogenic hydrops" and the role the c-spine plays in these issues and more.  Here are the links to the three articles discussed in this interview: Revisiting “Meniere’s Disease” as “Cervicogenic Endolymphatic Hydrops” and Other Vestibular and Cervicogenic Vertigo as “Spectrum of Same Disease”: A Novel Concept Meniere's disease might be an autoimmune condition? The Meniere attack: An ischemia/reperfusion disorder of inner ear sensory tissues To learn more about the Blair Upper Cervical Technique and to find training opportunities for chiropractors and chiropractic students, check out www.blairtechnique.com To find a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor near you, check out https://www.blairchiropractic.com/locate-upper-cervical-blair-chiropractic-doctor/

In this episode, I talk with Dr. Jeff Hannah about three pilot studies performed in his clinic evaluating the reliability of subluxation indicators used in the Blair Technique, including prone leg checks, paraspinal thermography, and articular misalignment on radiography. If you like this type of interview, please let me know by dropping a line! You can email me at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com with feedback, suggestions, and other comments. Dr. Hannah has put together several training modules to help with clinical decision-making, pattern analysis using paraspinal thermography, and a deep dive into neuroanatomy. I personally have purchased and used all of his modules, which has helped me tremendously in practice. Visit www.blairtechnique.com here to access those modules https://blair-chiropractic-membership-association.square.site/s/shop

Dr. Josh Silver is an upper cervical chiropractor, neurology diplomate, and upper cervical chiropractic innovator. Everything Josh touches gets refined, and he has a driving passion for advancing the chiropractic profession. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Silver's background and what led him to a neurology focused upper cervical practice How Dr. Silver has created a framework for integrating functional neurology assessments and treatment into his upper cervical practice Thoughts about mechanism, vitalism, and the intersection of these philosophies and more. PLEASE let Dr. Silver know if you enjoyed this conversation, and reach out for clarifying information regarding anything that we discussed. https://www.drngochiropractic.com/dr-josh-silver/ - Dr. Silver's website Learn more about Advanced Orthogonal Technique here - https://www.advancedorthogonal.com/ Check out www.blairtechnique.com to access the Neuroanatomy Modules if you'd like to brush up on the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, with a Blair Chiropractic context.  https://blair-chiropractic-membership-association.square.site/s/shop

Dr. Jerry Kennedy is an upper cervical chiropractor, but he is no longer in active practice seeing patients. After 9 years, Dr. Kennedy transitioned out of practice to pursue other interests, and found himself back in the chiropractic field as a consultant and digital marketer. With his experience in upper cervical practice, he brings a unique perspective to the presentation of our message online. In this episode, we discuss: Common mistakes chiropractor make on their websites that deter prospective patients Where to focus your attention online in 2023 The power of thinking LOCAL when sharing online How on Dallas chiropractor blew up in his local market by creating content AND connections through Instagram and more. This is Part Two of a two-part series with Dr. Kennedy. In Part One, we discuss Dr. Kennedy's back story, how he transitioned from active practice to an online business, and more. Check out Rocket Chiro for a FREE website assessment and to check out the Next Step program, and to get access to the Rocket Chiro Podcast. https://rocketchiro.com/

Dr. Jerry Kennedy is an upper cervical chiropractor, but he is no longer in active practice seeing patients. After 9 years, Dr. Kennedy transitioned out of practice to pursue other interests, and found himself back in the chiropractic field as a consultant and digital marketer. With his experience in upper cervical practice, he brings a unique perspective to the presentation of our message online. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Kennedy's background in upper cervical care What motivated his decision to leave practice The LOCAL impact of marketing online as a chiropractor Common mistakes made by chiropractors on their websites and more. This is Part One of a two-part series with Dr. Kennedy. In Part Two, we pick up our conversation about cluttered websites, how to present yourself online in 2023, and more. Check out Rocket Chiro for a FREE website assessment and to check out the Next Step program, and to get access to the Rocket Chiro Podcast. https://rocketchiro.com/

Dr. Ian Bulow is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor, an upper cervical diplomate, and an Advanced Blair instructor. To listen to our previous conversation about his background in chiropractic and some clinical insights related to the Blair Technique, click here: Mastering Your Potential in Life and Practice with Dr. Ian Bulow In this episode, we discuss Dr. Bulow's thoughts on practice management vs. business, how to define success for YOURSELF, and preview his upcoming webinar titled "To YOUR Success: How to Set Yourself Up For Personal & Professional Abundance" Click here to access Dr. Ian Bulow's Instagram Bio/Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/drianbulow WEBINAR REGISTRATION: CLICK HERE

This week, we're diving into "The Story of That Something" from The Bigness of the Fellow Within. This is a POWERFUL reading that every upper cervical chiropractor should hear and consider. If philosophy is your thing, you'll love this episode. If philosophy isn't your thing, I'd encourage you to give it a chance, drop your preconceived notions about chiropractic philosophy, and listen to the message. If you enjoy this type of episode, let me know by emailing your suggestions for future Philosophy readings to blairchiropodcast@gmail.com.

Dr. Jane Brewer is an upper cervical chiropractor, and recent graduate of the Diplomate in Chiropractic Craniocervical Junction Procedures (DCCJP) program. She practices in the Fort Collins, CO area at Precision Chiropractic.  Not only did Dr. Brewer recently complete her DCCJP credentialing, but she was the valedictorian of her class. In this episode, I pick Dr. Brewer's brain about her experience in the DCCJP program including topics related to: how to decide if the program is right for you key takeaways from experiences in the classroom setting the network and community built during the program how the DCCJP program changed her clinical decision making advice for those considering enrolling in the DCCJP and more.  You can find Dr. Brewer's website here: https://precisionchiroco.com/ Information about the ICA Council On Upper Cervical Care can be found here: https://www.icauppercervical.com/

In this episode, Dr. Al Cobb and I recap the 2022 Annual Blair Conference.  We do a broad overview of the key presentations, our takeaways, and what you missed if you weren't able to make it this year. DON'T WORRY - Blair members will have access to the recorded presentations later. So keep and eye out for those resources in the future.  If you are NOT a member of the Blair Technique Membership Association, check out the levels here: http://www.blairtechnique.com/ To check out all of the links to our Strategic Partners, check out the conference page here: EVENT SPONSORS  Huge thank you to: Titronics CBCT Systems/Encompass Dental Solutions Review Wave Upper Cervical Marketing Kevin Weir Action Coach Podetize Z Health EHR Quartermaster Tax Services Televere Chirofutures Foundation for Vertebral Subluxation McCoy Press Healthy Chiropractice Resources mentioned in the episode: Dr. Simon Senzon's The Institute Chiro - "TIC Institute" How to read CBCT for the chiropractic practice - With Dr. Tamini Neurology Essentials for the Upper Cervical Chiropractor - With Dr. Jonathan Chung

Dr. Joe Ibe is a Blair upper cervical chiropractor, chiropractic student advisor, and career development professional at Life West College of Chiropractic. Dr. Ibe has been instrumental in helping chiropractic students career plan, and in this episode we discuss the process of balancing chiropractic, life, and other business interests. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Ibe's background and how he got interested in Blair Technique lessons from mentors the early years of practice his work on campus at Life West how to integrate family life and other business interests into practice and more. Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe to the podcast be notified of future episodes.

Dr. Jamie Browning is the technique department chair at Sherman College of Chiropractic. In addition to her roles on campus, Dr. Browning maintains a boutique private practice, involvement with the ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care, and conducts chiropractic research.  With such a diverse range of skills and involvement in chiropractic, this was a very interesting discussion. In this episode, we discuss: her path to chiropractic and upper cervical care - including the "God" moments that directed her path how she interfaces with students on campus at Sherman common misconceptions that field Dr.'s have about the wants and needs of chiropractic students advanced case management considerations  and more. If you enjoy this episode, let us know. Email blairchiropodcast@gmail.com to recommend a guest, give us feedback, or share your thoughts.  Register for the upcoming Blair Conference here: EVENT PAGE 

Dr. Jake Hollowell is a Blair Chiropractor in Brazil and he currently serves as the President of the Blair Chiropractic Society 501c3. He's known as "the Godfather of CBCT" for his pioneering of technique analysis using advanced imaging.  In this episode, we discuss Dr. Hollowell's "Abnormal Spinal Reflex" theory of subluxation including: the physiologic rationale  patient communication strategies how this applies to upper cervical techniques and adjustments and a bit more about Dr. Hollowell's background. This episode is a little bit more conversational, and you get to listen in as we spitball on these ideas. If you have anything you'd like to add to the conversation, please do by emailing blairchiropodcast@gmail.com Register for the upcoming conference here: https://www.blairtechnique.com/events/#!event/2022/10/7/2022-blair-conference-1

Dr. Josh Henk is an Upper Cervical Chiropractor at Transcendence Family Wellness Center in Sterling Heights, MI. His wellness center has grown to incorporate a variety of wellness based strategies to enhance the health and wellbeing of their clients through a multimodal approach. The team includes several chiropractors, an MD, a yoga instructor, midwife, and massage therapists. Check out their programs and practice here: https://tfwellnesscenter.com/  One of the cutting edge technologies Dr. Henk uses in practice is ChiroTherm thermography. Of late he has made waves in the upper cervical community sharing his protocols, research, and perspectives about how this tool can enhance patient care. Check out ChiroTherm here https://chirotherm.com/ Dr. Henk will be sharing some of his research and perspectives at the 2022 Annual Blair Conference in Charlotte, NC. Register now to see Dr. Henk and our other great speakers.  REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE HERE

In this episode of Research Review on the Blair Technique Podcast, we break down the recent publication titled Secretory Immunoglobulin A and Upper Cervical Chiropractic: A Preliminary Prospective, Multicenter, Observational Study. As a lead researcher and co-author on this paper, Dr. Schurger discusses the rationale behind the study, challenges and limitations of the study, clinical implications in today's healthcare climate, and the process of getting a paper like this into publication.  Download the article for yourself here:  Full Text PDF Download To learn more about the ICA Council on Upper Cervical care, visit https://www.icauppercervical.com/ Check out upcoming events including seminars with Dr. Schurger on the events calendar at https://www.blairtechnique.com/ To find a qualified Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor near you, visit https://www.blairchiropractic.com/ Connect with Dr. Schurger at https://keystonechirospi.com/

This episode is the compliment to a previous episode sharing the historical perspective of the late Dr. Elmer Addington, Dr. Blair's last student and clinical successor. You can find that episode here: Dr. Addington Part 1 In this episode, Dr. Addington discusses: BJs early experimentation with the precursor to the Blair Protractoview How Blair Technique came to be taught at Sherman College of Chiropractic How it felt to be adjusted by Dr. Muncy, Dr. Crowder, Dr. Spears, and more The process that lead to the discovery of "major" subluxations as low as C4  Stories about the famed Pruitt family and more. If you enjoy these historical episodes, let me know so that we can arrange more content like this! Drop me a line at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com

Dr. Nimira Alibhoy is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor who has a passion for helping women optimize their health. She's crafted a practice based on her life priorities that maximizes both profitability and family time. I really appreciated the transparency and vulnerability that she displayed while talking through the evolution of her practice over the past 10 years. Many of the things we discussed are outside the lines of traditional upper cervical business clichés.  In this episode, we discuss: The hard parts of the first few years in practice Identifying your ideal client, and building your practice to suit them The logistics of a practice that puts family first Ways to maximize profitability and making good money without seeing an exhausting patient load and a lot more. Check out Dr. Nimira on these channels: Dr. Nimira's website Dr. Nimira on Instagram If you like this content, let us know! Email blairchiropodcast@gmail.com for feedback or suggestions about future guests.

Dr. Frank Scali graduated from Logan Chiropractic College and continued his education to receive an MD degree. His current work as an educator and researcher at the California University of Science and Medicine's School of Medicine has led to his most recent publication titled: The Posterior Atlantooccipital Membrane: The Anchor for the Myodural Bridge and Menigiovertebral Structures. The open access paper is available here: Full Text PDF Download at PubMed In this episode, we discuss: how Dr. Scali began his work studying the craniocervical junction previous publications, his work describing the myodural bridge, and the history of myodural bridge research plastination technique for specimen preparation and the novel dissection approach for distinguishing tissue layers in the meningovertebral structures clinical application in  both surgical and manual therapy approaches Dr. Scali can be found on Instagram at @dreviscerator If you like this type of content, let us know by emailing blairchiropodcast@gmail.com

Dr. Bryant Harris of TruCentered Chiropractic in Annapolis, Maryland has a unique blend of skills that cross a spectrum of chiropractic care. He's an upper cervical chiropractor with training in a variety of techniques, including Blair, Knee Chest, and Orthospinology. In addition to his upper cervical pedigree, Dr. Harris has extensive training in pediatric chiropractic care. In this episode, we discuss: his path to chiropractic and pediatric focused care educational paths to becoming an advanced pediatric clinician considerations for having more kids in the office networking and comanaging with other professionals in the perinatal/pediatric healthcare space case management for pediatric patients and more. Check out TruCentered Chiropractic here: https://www.chiropractorsannapolis.com/ to connect with Dr. Harris and carry on the conversation. For upcoming Blair Technique events, including the 2022 annual convention in Chartlotte, NC - visit: https://www.blairtechnique.com/events/#!event-list

Dr. Todd Hubbard has had the most wide range of roles in chiropractic of all of the guests that we've had on the podcast thus far. In his 25+ years of practice, he has: worked as an associate Dr. opened his own clinic instructed on chiropractic campus as a faculty instructor conducted and published research wrote and edited the Blair Technique manual served in various organizational leadership roles with the Blair Society and more.  From all of these experiences, we have a lot to learn from Dr. Hubbard's wisdom and experience! In this episode, Dr. Pecca and Dr. Hubbard discuss: Dr. Hubbard's path to chiropractic and upper cervical care Lessons learned as an associate Dr. and also a clinic owner How he made his way to Palmer College of Chiropractic as a faculty instructor Transitioning back into practice after years instructing on campus Technique and case management tips to name a few. If you enjoy this episode, reach out to Dr. Hubbard and thank him for the generosity of his time in sharing.  Check out upcoming events at: https://www.blairtechnique.com/events/#!event-list Find a Blair Chiropractor near you at: https://www.blairchiropractic.com/locate-upper-cervical-blair-chiropractic-doctor/

This episode is a special dive into the archives looking at the history of the Blair Technique including a first hand account of working with Dr. Blair himself. Dr. Elmer Addington was Dr. Blair's last associate and took over the original Blair Clinic of Chiropractic in Lubbock Texas after Dr. Blair passed. In this episode, we share some never before heard audio interview with Dr. Addington discussing how he came to be Dr. Blair's last student and clinical successor.  The interview you hear on this episode was conducted by Dr. Jeff Hannah while doing some research regarding the history of the Blair Technique. Check out our interview with Dr. Hannah here: https://anchor.fm/blair-chiropractic/episodes/Next-level-chiropractic-with-Dr--Jeff-Hannah---Part-1-equuks To find a Blair chiropractor near you, visit: https://www.blairchiropractic.com/locate-upper-cervical-blair-chiropractic-doctor/ Check out upcoming events and register for the Blair Annual Conference here: https://www.blairtechnique.com/ Enjoy the show!

Dr. Cameron Bearder is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor with a unique practice environment. Unlike anyone we've talked to, Dr. Bearder has adopted a unique style of practice that blends the merits of traditional Blair work with cutting edge developments in the field of Clinical Neuroscience. In this episode, we discuss: What he learned as an intern with Dr. Schurger and an associate with Dr. Matz How that launched his intellectual curiosity when it comes to solving tough cases What other options may exists when patient results stall with exclusively Blair care The personal and professional development required to excel in multiple disciplines within chiropractic and more. You can check out Dr. Bearder's content on his Instagram account for more information: https://www.instagram.com/drbearder/ Visit his website here: https://www.keystonespineclinic.com/ To learn about the Clinical Neuroscience courses offered by the Carrick Institute, check out: https://carrickinstitute.com/ To find a Blair Chiropractor in your area, or to learn more about the technique, visit: https://blairchiropractic.com/ For upcoming Blair seminars, events, or resources, check out: https://www.blairtechnique.com/

Dr. Chris Wolff has been a Blair Chiropractor for over 20 years and has had tremendous success along the way. He's opened numerous clinics around the Seattle, WA area and has trained upwards of 50 associate Doctors.  In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Wolff's path to Blair Technique and the influence of Dr. John Hilpisch Lessons learned from opening multiple clinics and training associate doctors Treating your practice like a business, and not a hobby the impact that new patients have on a practice and more. Thank you to Dr. Wolff for the generosity of his time and wisdom. If you liked this episode and want to hear more like it, please let us know! Drop me a line at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com. Don't forget to like and subscribe! Check out upcoming events, seminars, and register for the annual conference at https://www.blairtechnique.com/. Find Dr. Wolff's practice, and the full registry of Blair Doctors at https://www.blairchiropractic.com/

Keith is a chiropractic advocate, speaker, and author providing DCs with the certainty, clarity, and confidence to communicate the science of chiropractic. Keith received an honorary Doctorate of Chiropractic Humanities from Sherman College for his service to the profession, and has lectured and spoke at thousands of chiropractic events over the past 30+ years. In this episode, we disucss: Keith's background and how chiropractic care saved his life Common mistakes that DC's make when communicating chiropractic principles The importance of relating the value of chiropractic care to ADL's How the landscape of chiropractic communication is changing in the current times Check out https://www.keithwassung.com/ to connect with Keith and review his materials. You can also connect with Keith through Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/keith.wassung

Dr. Charmaine Herman is a powerful woman in chiropractic and a leader on the Life University campus. She's a certified advanced Blair instructor, a practicing doctor, and faculty instructor at Life University College of Chiropractic. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Herman's background and journey to the Blair Technique Insights into the state of chiropractic education and trends she sees in the student population misconceptions that field DCs have about the wants and needs of students what it means to be a DOCTOR of chiropractic and more. If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend or colleague! Check out upcoming events at www.blairtechnique.com/events

Dr. Lenarz is a practicing Blair Chiropractor, author, teacher, coach, mentor, and more. His impact in the Blair Upper Cervical Community is substantial, and his passion for upper cervical work after 32 years is still evident in this conversation. Dr. Pecca and Dr. Lenarz discuss: how the initial consultation with a chiropractor at age 25 changed his life forever what he learned at Sherman College that translated to opening his own office after graduation the difference between HIO and upper cervical specific chiropractic a pre-consultation script that introduces patients to our philosophy on day 1 keys to the continued advancement of your adjusting skills over 30+ years and so much more. Check out https://www.blairtechnique.com/ if you are a practicing chiropractor or student for professional development resources, upcoming events/seminars, and to purchase your Blair Technique equipment. Visit https://www.blairchiropractic.com/ to find a Blair chiropractor near you.

Dr. Luiza Castro is an associate Dr. at Arete Chiropractic in Portsmouth, NH. She's been in practice for a few years now, and in this episode we discuss the keys to being a successful associate doctor. We discuss: Dr. Castro's background and how she got into Blair Technique Training in an upper cervical technique as a student How to decide where to take an associate position What to look for in an associate training program Pros and cons of being an associate Dr. and more. Check out Arete Chiropractic online here: https://www.aretechiro.com/ Connect with Dr. Castro on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/uppercervical_doc/ Register for the Blair Technique Conference or seminar here: https://www.blairtechnique.com/

The history of chiropractic is rich, sometimes controversial, but oh-so essential to understanding our current positioning and future opportunities. Dr. Tyler Evans is a Blair Upper Cervical chiropractor at Arete Chiropractic in Portsmouth, NH and someone who is well versed on the history, philosophy, and developments of upper cervical chiropractic. In this episode we discuss: Technological developments that led to the birth of upper cervical chiropractic Philosophical constructs that underpin the upper cervical rationale The "Big Name" players in the history of upper cervical and the mark that they left Current challenges and opportunities for the future of upper cervical care If you enjoy this type of content, PLEASE reach out to let me know so that we can create more shows like this in the future!  Check out https://www.blairtechnique.com/ to check out the professional development resources available to Docs, students, and soon CA's. 

Dr. Casey Weerheim practices in Sioux Falls, SD and is a Blair Upper Cervical chiropractor. He's been around the profession long enough to learn how to properly and succinctly communicate upper cervical rationale, concepts, and processes in a way that patients actually get. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Casey's background, including what he learned while working as an associate with a TOP level Blair Doc The do's and don'ts of patient communication What common issues students and young docs run into when communicating with patients Where philosophy fits into practice and how to talk to patients about it and more. You can reach out to Dr. Casey through his website: https://www.ucsiouxfalls.com/ or via his cell phone number which he graciously provided. Enjoy the show!

Dr. Kevin Pecca is a good friend and excellent Blair Chiropractor. He started as an independent contractor in a multi-generational family owned practice and has grown to own that practice. In this episode we discuss the process to hiring his first associate Doctor to help expand the influence and capacity in their community.  In this episode we discuss: Why to hire an associate and when Pitfalls and mistakes with previous associate opportunities Nuts and bolts of how to put the systems and contracts together to support another DC Integration of a new DC with the staff and patients of an already busy office Training and communication practices to get your associate up to speed and more. While we do not claim to be experts on the topic, I appreciate Dr. Pecca's honesty and openness to share his experience. This is his first time hiring and associate, and we hope that you can glean some insights from what he offered. If you are a Blair Technique Membership Association Member, check out Noel Lloyd's "Win-Win Associate System" that was shared in our December meetup. The replay is available to watch for anyone who wasn't able to attend live. If you are not a member and would like access to this program as well as a host of other professional development resources, check out https://www.blairtechnique.com/register/#join to check out the membership levels. visit https://www.drkevinpecca.com/ to check out the Expect Miracles Podcast or to connect with Dr. Pecca. Thanks for listening, if you have a recommended guest or you have some feedback about how to improve the show, let us know at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com #blairtotheworld

Traci Jones is the executive director of the Blair Technique Membership Association and is the heartbeat behind the organizational side of Blair Technique. She's been on staff since 2014 and has been instrumental in growing and organizing the behind-the-scenes aspects of Blair Technique. Traci coordinates member benefits, runs board meetings, plans and executes the annual conference, coordinates seminar and events, travels to chiropractic universities to connect with students, and so much more. She's truly an asset to the organization and a wonderful person. Attendees at the annual conference heard Traci tell her story of dealing with chronic debilitating pain over the past two years and the dark road that it took her down. This has turned into fuel for the "why" behind the work that we do as Blair Doctors to help patients find natural pain relief through gentle, precise, and effective care.  In this episode, we discuss: Traci's path to a position as executive director of the Blair Society What she actually does day-to-day in her role The structure and functions of the two sides of the Blair Society including Board members Traci's "why" and how her struggle with chronic pain fuels her desire to help Blair doctors, students, and patients You can drop Traci a line at admin@blairchiropractic.com to thank her for her tireless work! Check out https://www.blairchiropractic.com/ to learn more about Blair Technique or to find a Dr. near you. Visit https://www.blairtechnique.com/ to check out upcoming events/seminars, purchase products, or access member benefits.

Dr. Rachae Bell is a powerhouse Blair Chiropractor in Spokane, WA. Clear Chiropractic has two locations in the Spokane area and currently Dr. Bell is the lead Doc with two associates also providing care. Dr. Bell is a DCCJP, has been involved in organizational leadership within the upper cervical community as well as with her state organization, and seeks to excel at everything she does. In this episode, we discuss a few VERY important concepts related to success in practice including: How to use coaching to create success Finding balance in the different seasons of life and practice Mindset challenges that new doctors encounter How to maintain your own health in the midst of growth, expansion, and life's challenges and more. You can reach Dr. Bell through her clinic website here with any follow up questions, or to thank her for sharing! https://clearchirospokane.com/ Check out https://www.blairchiropractic.com/ to find a Blair Doctor near you. For more professional development resources, visit https://www.blairtechnique.com/ where you can find upcoming events/seminars, products and resources for sale, and more. Subscribe and review if you enjoyed this episode!

Dr. Todd Gignac is new to the Blair Technique family, but not new to subluxation-based chiropractic. He's been around the world (literally) and has practiced in a variety of settings including start up, partnership, associate, etc. He's currently practicing in Mt. Dora Florida after moving back from Australia with his wife and children. Dr. Todd is the epitome of a lifelong learner, someone who is not afraid to take risks, and the persistence required to be successful in chiropractic. You can connect with Dr. Gignac at: https://www.mtdorafamilychiro.com/ You can contact him through the website to discuss anything that we talked about on this episode including future associate positions, internships, and mentorship. Special thanks to previous guest Dr. Jeffrey Hannah for connecting Dr. Gignac with the Blair Technique Membership Association and for the suggestion to have Todd on as a guest. If you have someone that you think would be an excellent guest, email blairchiropodcast@gmail.com. Check out https://www.blairtechnique.com/ for more professional development resources including: - CBCT manual - Clinical Neuroanatomy Course - Upcoming seminars and more. Thanks for listening!

Dr. Kevin Leach is a NUCCA practitioner in private practice in Washington state at Progressive Chiropractic. He additionally has worked on reviewing relevant upper cervical literature on his YouTube channel to help patients find information that can lead them to the help that they need. You can check out Dr. Leach's YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/Progressiveseattle/featured In this episode, we review 5 of the top articles that every doctor and student should know on topics ranging from safety and efficacy to the physiological mechanisms of injury and neurological insult related to the upper cervical subluxation. Check out the full reviews on each of these articles below: Symptomatic reactions to upper cervical care – safety/efficacy - https://youtu.be/buE53dfGcXc Cerebellar tonsillar ectopia - https://youtu.be/vgwwyhsTXbk Craniospinal hydrodynamics - Part 1 - https://youtu.be/d3SiKWGQksA Part 2 - https://youtu.be/c23vU8wge7w Role of the cervical spine in post-concussion syndrome - https://youtu.be/ypr3u0CZab8 Cervicogenic headaches - https://youtu.be/g6D1GEotD1Q If you like this type of content, let us know with a rating and review! Subscribe to this podcast and Dr. Leach's YouTube channel for more upper cervical chiropractic content.  

Dr. Bill Davis is a NUCCA trained upper cervical chiropractor and the CEO of Upper Cervical Marketing. His team helps upper cervical doctors reach more new patients online through a variety of strategies utilizing the latest technology. Check out UCM Here. Additionally, Dr. Davis is the host of the Upper Cervical Marketing Podcast - a show where he interviews top upper cervical doctors to share success strategies. You can check out the UCM Podcast here, be sure to subscribe! Upper Cervical Practice Mastery is a book that Dr. Davis wrote to serve as a guidebook and reference for upper cervical chiropractors to increase their effectiveness in all aspects of practice. We reference the book in the podcast several times, and I highly recommend you pick it up. You can purchase it here: https://uppercervicalmarketing.com/shop/ as a hard copy, audiobook, or ebook. Lastly, check out Dr. Davis' story on the Expect Miracles Podcast with Dr. Kevin Pecca to hear more about his story with growing a successful practice and then sustaining a spinal cord injury that left him unable to practice. Listen to that episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/ee/podcast/conquering-all-odds-dr-bill-davis-on-perseverance-passion/id1227168890?i=1000511561819 If you enjoy this episode, share it with a colleague or friend!

The Blair Technique Membership Association has it's annual conference in the early weeks of October each year to come together and work on our skills as doctors. The 2021 conference was held in Dallas Texas and had a record number of attendees including a record number of students in attendance. Al Cobb is currently a 10th quarter student at Life University studying the Blair Technique, leading the Blair Technique Club on campus, and was the recipient of the Blair student scholarship this year. This episode is Part 2 to follow up on a Facebook live conference recap that Dr. Kevin Pecca and I recorded previously. To see that video and hear our thoughts on the conference from a Doctors perspective, check out the Blair Technique Membership Association Facebook group. Here's the link to view/stream that conversation: https://www.facebook.com/767374712/videos/408684514098240/ Student membership to the Blair Technique Membership Association is FREE - and you can join here: https://www.blairtechnique.com/register/#join

Dr. Celia Ringstad is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Roseville, CA and practices with her partner Dr. Paul Pierce. Together, Dr.s Pierce and Ringstad have build three practices and helped thousands of patients recover health naturally. Dr. Ringstad is absolutely ON FIRE and ON PURPOSE, and one of the things I appreciate about her is her clarity of vision. In this episode, we hit on a number of topics including: start up success and how to attack your first five years of practice Dr. Ringstad's story from wheelchair bound to highly successful Doctor and coach life and business lessons learned from Dr. Muncy coaching women in chiropractic and more. If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with a colleague or friend. We always appreciate listener feedback, so subscribe and leave a review. To be a guest or recommend a guest on the Blair Technique Podcast, email us at: blairchiropodcast@gmail.com To connect with Dr. Ringstad about coaching or an associate opportunity, check out https://www.rosevilleblairchiro.com/?utm_source=GMB Dr. John Stenberg is available through the Zenith Chiropractic website here: https://zenithchiroco.com/ Find a Blair Chiropractor near you by searching the directory here: https://www.blairchiropractic.com/locate-upper-cervical-blair-chiropractic-doctor/ For Blair Technique membership, resources, and upcoming events - check out: https://www.blairtechnique.com/

Mychal Beebe, DC, DCCJP is a Blair Upper Cervical chiropractor at Arete Chiropractic in Portsmouth, NH. She practices alongside her husband and one other associate doctor, and has found high levels of success in a variety of practice settings. This episode is for students dreaming about life after graduation, young doctors who are navigating the early years of practice, or doctors who have become complacent in practice. Dr. Beebe shares VERY practical, actionable, and inspirational tidbits in a variety of topics including: building a practice from less than 1,000 square feet to grossing $1 million key office stats - what they are, how to track them, and why the hierarchy of practice success  creating systems for taking great care of your staff (including compensation structure, benefits, etc.) tips for identifying your true values in chiropractic and how to live them in practice This conversation was LOADED with gems, so I would highly encourage listening a few times to get the full value. You can connect with Dr. Beebe at: https://www.aretechiro.com/ Check out the ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care here: https://www.icauppercervical.com/ If you're not a member of the Blair Technique Membership Association, browse the membership levels and benefits here: https://www.blairtechnique.com/ Connect with Dr. Stenberg at Zenith Chiropractic here: https://zenithchiroco.com/ or on social media here: https://www.instagram.com/zenith_chiro/

In this episode, Dr. John Stenberg and Dr. Mercedes Cook discuss some of the unique experiences of being a young Doc.  Dr. Mercedes Cook is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor, clinic owner of Upper Cervical Chiropractic San Diego, and DCCJP candidate. We had an open discussion about some of the things we've learned in our first 5 years of practice, including: What to say when patients ask how old you are The role of mentorship in personal and professional development Work life balance as a young DC and a lot more! If you enjoyed this episode, please like, share, subscribe, and leave a review.  To connect with Dr. Mercedes Cook, visit: https://www.uppercervicalsd.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/UpperCervicalChiropracticSanDiego/ To connect with Dr. John Stenberg, visit https://zenithchiroco.com/ Register for the upcoming Blair Annual Conference in Dallas Texas, October 8-9 here:  https://www.blairtechnique.com/events/#!event/2021/10/8/2021-blair-annual-conference

Dr. Campbell is a certified advanced Blair Technique instructor, practicing chiropractor, and board member of the Blair Technique Membership Association. His involvement with the Blair Society has led him to numerous board positions, committees, and teaching opportunities. He has worked alongside Dr. Tom Forest facilitating the Blair Technique elective at Life West College of Chiropractic and has instructed hundreds of doctors in conference and seminar settings. Dr. Campbells story is interesting and inspiring, and he proves that persistence pays off in life and practice. We discuss: Transitioning a full spine practice to Blair Upper Cervical Technique How a serendipity led Dr. Campbell to and ICA convention and upper cervical care Miracle cases from the early days of practice Managing expectations and communicating truthfully with patients ...and more.   You can contact Dr. Campbell through his website by visiting https://denniscampbelldc.com/ Check out upcoming events including the Blair Technique Annual Conference in Dallas Texas here: https://www.blairtechnique.com/events/?fbclid=IwAR3ulPu2iP1OuGCRvOVgqIiKykn487KYWhDiDXUOCuOUDRNorXx6LWeItlQ#!event/2021/10/8/2021-blair-annual-conference Find a Blair Doctor near you here: https://www.blairchiropractic.com/locate-upper-cervical-blair-chiropractic-doctor/ SPECIAL thank you to our episode sponsor, Dr. Cliff Tao. Cliff Tao, DC, DACBR is a chiropractic radiologist who reads all imaging studies for chiropractors - including CBCT. You can contact Dr. Tao about his services here: http://www.clifftaodcdacbr.com/

Dr. Cliff Tao is a second generation radiologist who's career path in chiropractic is unique. Dr. Tao is a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (DACBR) and spends his days reading imaging studies for chiropractors. Dr. Tao's unique position within chiropractic provides interesting insights into the layers of chiropractic imaging beyond technique analysis.  In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Tao's background in chiropractic and his path to becoming a DACBR recent challenges to the use of imaging for chiropractic technique or subluxation analysis the risks/benefit assessment of radiation exposure for patients in chiropractic diagnostic imaging  the real reason for the misinformed fear of radiation exposure CBCT imaging in it's uses, limitations, and interesting things Dr. Tao has observed on CBCT scans ...and more. Check out http://www.clifftaodcdacbr.com/ to learn more about Dr. Tao's courses/webinars, to connect with Cliff for reading images, and more. Connect with Cliff on LinkedIn to view cases here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clifftao/ A VERY special thank you to Dr. Tao for sponsoring this episode of the Blair Technique Podcast! Subscribe for future episodes and leave a rating/review if you're enjoying the show.

Dr. Susan Williams is an advanced certified Blair Technique instructor and is in private practice in Roswell, GA. Dr. Williams shared a TON of wisdom from her years of experience, and spoke candidly about how she's learned to overcome professional challenges with both technique and practice management.  One of the most interesting parts of the conversation was on the topic of starting a brand new practice just ONE MONTH after graduating from chiropractic school! She shares about how that practice grew, and how she learned to expand her comfort zone to take it to the next level. You'll really enjoy this episode, so please share it with a friend or colleague! Be sure to follow this podcast for future episodes, and check out www.blairtechnique.com to register for the annual conference that we reference in the show. It will be held October 8-9 in Dallas Texas. Connect with Dr. Williams here: https://www.blairchiropractic.com/doctors/united-states/georgia/marietta/doctor/sweet-life-chiropractic/

Dr. Geoffrey Van Innis is a Blair Upper Cervical chiropractor near Ghent in Belgium, the only upper cervical specialist in the country. Dr. Van Innis has a very interesting story about how he got into upper cervical care, Blair Technique, and all of the stops along the way.  He's practiced in Barcelona, Spain, Lima, Peru, and multiple locations in Belgium. We discuss: The challenges of starting a new practice during the pandemic Traveling across the Atlantic Ocean on a monthly basis to participate in the DCCJP program The importance of mentors, teachers, and continual learning and much more. Dr. Van Innis is literally taking #blairtotheworld, and we appreciate him greatly! https://chiropractor-vaninnis.com/ Check out the ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care here

Dr. Dan Judge is in private practice in the Detroit, Michigan area at Dynamic Life Chiropractic. Dr. Judge is a perfect test case of transitioning from a successful associate, to a clinic owner, and someone who has found a sweet spot of balancing a successful practice and personal life. In this episode, we discuss: the early years of practice as an associate of Dr. Lenarz the process of growth in a new practice the path of self discovery that helped Dr. Judge to adapt systems to his own personality, community, and practice the power of embracing who you are vs. emulating someone else's success  This was an incredible episode as Dr. Judge is someone who has maintained a high level of clinical care at a higher volume. I hope you enjoy it as much as we did, and if you did - please share with a colleague or friend! You can reach Dr. Judge through his practice, Dynamic Life Chiropractic here: http://dynamiclifechiropractic.com/ You can reach Dr. Stenberg through his website or on social media here: Zenith Chiropractic online - https://zenithchiroco.com/ Dr. Stenberg on IG: https://www.instagram.com/zenith_chiro/?hl=en To register for the Blair Annual Convention in Dallas Texas, check out https://www.blairtechnique.com/events/#!event-list

Dr. Schurger is a Blair chiropractor, Advanced Certified Blair Instructor, and Diplomate in Craniocervical Junction Procedures. In this episode, we cover a lot of ground regarding technique, patient management, and all things Blair Chiropractic. Dr. Schurger describes his how his engineering background lead him to the Blair Technique, his path through care as a patient, and what he's learned in the past 10 years of practice.  Check out the Blair Technique website to find opportunities to learn with Dr. Schurger in a seminar setting here. Subscribe to the Blair Technique Podcast and share it with a colleague or friend. If you'd like to recommend a guest or give us feedback about how we're doing, send a message to Dr. Stenberg at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com.

Dr. Christine Zapata is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor, clinic director at Emerald City Spinal Care, and success coach. She's been in private practice for 14 years and has successfully navigated various roles in chiropractic practice including associate Dr., solo DC, and lead Dr. training associates.  This episode is heavy on business content including: the keys to successful associate relationships characteristics of lead docs and associates and how to know where you fit sales as "goal oriented communications" advice for new or established DCs having trouble communicating the importance of care with clients/patients the myth of work-life balance and how to set yourself up for longevity with systems for recuperation Dr. Zapata has also successfully developed and implemented a Community Benevolence Campaign that has not only benefited her community throughout the pandemic, but has garnered her national media attention. Dr. Zapata is offering her guide for how to implement this strategy for free to our listeners! To access the guide, simply email Dr. Zapata at: drzapata@emeraldcityspinal.com and request the guide. If you'd like to connect with Dr. Zapata for coaching, consulting, or advice - visit drchristinezapata.com. Be sure to subscribe to the Blair Technique Podcast and share it with a colleague or friend. Let us know how we're doing to suggest a guest by contacting us at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com. #blairtotheworld 

In this BONUS episode, I chat with Dr. Jon Chung, who is a NUCCA practitioner as well as a diplomate in chiropractic functional neurology. Dr. Chung has followed a path of intellectual curiosity through upper cervical care and into the functional neurology paradigm. Dr. Chung has a unique set of skills that is helping to bridge the gap between chiropractic neurology and the upper cervical community in a way that focuses on improved patient outcomes, clinical confidence of the upper cervical doctor, and an enhanced skillset for managing difficult cases. We discuss: Common misconceptions regarding upper cervical chiropractic and brainstem neurology How to gain access to the nervous system with an understanding of contemporary neurology How establishing the normalcy of biomechanics through holding an upper cervical correction drives neuroplasticity Additional neurological testing protocols and indicators for autonomic nervous system function  Please consider joining Dr. Chung in August for his course, Neurology Essential for the Upper Cervical Chiropractor - either in person or via live stream. You can view that course and register here:  Neurology Essential for the Upper Cervical Chiropractor - https://carrickinstitute.com/programs/neurology-primer-neurology-essentials-for-the-upper-cervical-chiropractor/ Check out Dr. Jeff Hannah's Clinical Neuroanatomy Modules available on the Blair Technique website as well. You can find and purchase that resource here: Neuroanatomy Module - https://blair-chiropractic-membership-association.square.site/product/Blair-Nueroanatomy-Module/3?cp=true&sa=true&sbp=false&q=false Subscribe to the Blair Technique podcast and leave a review to let us know how we're doing! To recommend a guest, email Dr. Stenberg at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com #blairtotheworld

Dr. Ian Bulow is a certified advanced Blair Technique instructor, Diplomate in Craniocervical Junction Procedures (DCCJP), current President of the ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care, and in private practice in the Pittsburgh, PA area. He's a sought out speaker at chiropractic conferences and a leader in the upper cervical profession.  Those who know Dr. Bulow know that his passion, knowledge, and mastery of upper cervical care run deep. He exemplifies a unique blend of skills as an upper cervical doctor in his knowledge of the science, art, and philosophy of chiropractic. On this episode we discuss: Trouble shooting difficult cases and where to turn when things are not progressing with a patient How Dr. Bulow programs care and manages expectations for new patients The business of upper cervical care and the importance of mindset and systems The levels of mastery in life and upper cervical practice Dr. Bulow can be found here: https://www.reviveucc.com/ - Revive Upper Cervical Chiropractic Dr. Ian Bulow on Facebook  Staying Connected with Dr. Bulow - Dr. Bulow's podcast Check out the Thermography Training Module mentioned in the podcast here - available on the Blair Technique website. While you're there, check out the upcoming events and trainings so that you can learn the same method of care that Dr.s Bulow, Stenberg, and Pecca practice. Blair Technique online shop #blairtotheworld

Dr. Fiore wears his passion for the Blair Technique on his sleeve. He's one of few practicing Dr. who learned directly from Dr. Weldon Muncy, Dr. Blair's partner in the later development of the technique.  Dr. Fiore shares a TON of stories about everything from failing in his first practice, adjusting dogs on a toggle table, and lots of patient communication gems. You will definitely enjoy his energy, passion, and insights! Connect with Dr. Fiore at www.straight-chiropractic.com Check out upcoming events at www.blairtechnique.com if you are a chiropractic doctor or student. Patients looking for a Blair Dr. near them can access the worldwide directory here:  www.blairchiropractic.com To be a guest, sponsor, or to give us feedback on the episode - email blairchiropodcast@gmail.com #Blairtotheworld

Dr. Al Tomp has been a Blair Chiropractor in Orange Country for over 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge in all areas of Blair Upper Cervical Technique. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Tomp's journey into the Blair work, including learning from Dr. Muncy The integration of full spine support work with Blair Technique Cycle of retracing - how to recognize them and explain the physiology of retracing to patients Programming care for new patients and what to expect How to handle frustrations in practice ...and more. You can connect with Dr. Al Tomp at Precision Chiropractic here To get access to Professional Development resources, visit www.blairtechnique.com and check out the membership options. Subscribe and share the Blair Technique podcast with a colleague or friend! If you have a recommendation for a guest or would like to give us feedback, email Dr. Stenberg at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com. #blairtotheworld

Dr. Arthur Plesa is a Knee Chest Specific Chiropractic practitioner, history buff, and philosophy enthusiast. Dr. Plesa has a podcast titled "The Green Book Commentaries" that breaks down the work of Dr. BJ Palmer in Volume 25 of the green books in audio format. Chiropractic Clinical Controlled Research was published in 1951 as what Dr. Plesa refers to as "Dr. Palmer's Magnum Opus." During the quarantine period of the COVID 19 pandemic, Dr. Plesa embarked on a project to read out loud in podcast format the entirety of this volume. Dr. Plesa discusses his background, interest in the upper cervical work, motivation for starting the Green Book Commentaries podcast, as well as many other points including: Advice for new docs and students who aren't familiar with Green Books Business lessons learned and lived The development of the Knee Chest Specific Chiropractic technique organization and more. Check out "The Green Book Commentaries" on your preferred podcast platform and leave Dr. Plesa some feedback in the review section. You can also find his work on Facebook: Knee Chest  Specific Chiropractic Page The Green Book Commentaries Page If you enjoyed this episode and want to hear more about chiropractic philosophy on the Blair Technique Podcast, send us a message at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com #blairtotheworld

Dr. Tom forest is a living legend in the Blair Upper Cervical community. He brings a wealth of knowledge in all areas related to upper cervical chiropractic including the philosophy, science, and art of practice. Dr. Forest has been the driving force behind the Blair Chiropractic Society for decades, and has been a grounding force in the upper cervical community.  We talk to Dr. Forest about the lineage of upper cervical doctors who have paved the way, the importance of mastering the details of practice, patient communication, and technique, as well as a variety of other topics including: trouble shooting x-ray setups the pros and cons of digital x-ray vs. CBCT resources for personal development case managment the importance of scripting and more.  Enjoy this episode - and please share it with a friend or colleague who may be encouraged by Dr. Forest's words of wisdom.

Dr. Alex Wolfe of Wolfe Family Chiropractic is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Metamora, MI. He practices along side his wife and two associates, and we discuss how they blend a variety of practice styles into one clinic setting. Dr. Wolfe has a lot of valuable experience to offer as a start up, working in a multi provider clinic blending upper cervical, full spine, and functional medicine approaches, and especially when it comes to being a husband and wife chiro duo. You can reach Dr. Wolfe at Wolf Family Chiropractic at https://wolfefamilychiro.com/ To access members only benefits including our 3 Part Series called "How to build a provider network in your community" - check out https://www.blairtechnique.com/register/#join If you have suggestions for future episodes or would like to be a guest on the show, email us at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com Get in touch with Dr. Stenberg at drjstenberg@gmail.com, on IG at @zenith_chiro, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/zenithchiroco Thanks for listening! #blairtotheworld

Dr. Drew Hall is a force to be reckoned with in the upper cervical chiropractic community. He wears his heart on his sleeve and pulls no punches in communicating his point of view. He's been a driving force behind the Blair Technique Membership Association for years and has been a champion of reaching folks online through digital content creation.  Dr. Hall discusses the ebbs and flows of practice growth, results, and how to stay on fire and continue forging on. We also talk about the importance of mentors, how to build confidence in your results, and the CRITICAL role of chiropractic philosophy in practice. You can reach Dr. Hall by visiting his website at drdrewhall.com You can reach Dr. Stenberg at www.zenithchiroco.com You can reach Dr. Pecca at drpecca.com Check out www.blairtechnique.com to access "Trouble Shooting with Dr. Forest" - also check out the membership resources! Send us your questions at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com and please leave a review, share with a friend, and subscribe for more episodes in the future.

Dr. Jeff Hannah is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Queensland Australia. In this two part series, we discuss with Dr. Hannah a variety of topics that give you a glimpse into the mind of a true student of the Blair Upper Cervical work. We discuss: Why he switched from a full spine model to Atlas Orthogonal, and ultimately Blair Technique. How to learn and become proficient in Blair Technique without local resources. The importance of being a lifelong learner in upper cervical work Testing the concept of "doing the right thing in the wrong order" clinically What posture can tell you about the adjustment selection, Blair listing, symptomatology, and global effects of upper cervical subluxation Access Jeff's training modules at the Blair Technique online store. Check out the various membership levels that the Blair Technique Membership association offers here Check out Jeff's online seminars on Facebook through the Blair Technique Membership Association Email us your questions for Jeff - we'll be selecting questions for him to answer! blairchiropodcast@gmail.com

Your hosts, Dr. John Stenberg and Dr. Kevin Pecca, interview the lively Dr. Liz Hoefer who practices in Mission Viejo, California. Dr. Hoefer reviews why she has such passion for the Blair Technique and imparts her wisdom regarding her many visits to universities. Enjoy the show! To get connected with the Blair Upper Cervical chiropractic community, visit www.blairtechnique.com to check out our membership options. For Chiropractic and Healthcare providers, visit www.blairtechnique.com by clicking the link. Check out Blair Technique on YouTube for more interviews and information here: Blair Technique on YouTube To find a Blair Chiropractor in your area, click the link to visit www.blairchiropractic.com To connect with Dr. Liz Hoefer: Dr. Liz Hoefer is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Mission Viejo, California. You can reach Dr. Hoefer through the Well Connected Chiropractic Website here. Instagram: @wellconnectedchiro Email: hoeferdc@gmail.com To connect with Dr. John Stenberg: Dr. John Stenberg is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You can reach Dr. Stenberg through the Zenith Chiropractic Website here. Instagram: zenith_chiro Email: hello@zenithchiroco.com To connect with Dr. Kevin Pecca: Dr. Kevin Pecca is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in West Orange New Jersey. You can reach Dr. Kevin Pecca through the Montclair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Website here. Instagram: drkevinpecca Email: drkevinpecca@gmail.com If you'd like to recommend a guest for the show, email us at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

Dr. Scott Baker is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Spartanburg, South Carolina. He became involved with upper cervical care as a patient when he experienced a life changing health recovery in the face of a life threatening medical diagnosis. Dr. Baker can be reached at ucdcbaker@gmail.com to access any of the resources mentioned in the show, including the timeline for getting established as an upper cervical chiropractor starting 1 year from graduation through the first three years of practice.  Additional resources Dr. Baker mentioned: Atlas Digital Marketing - https://www.goatlasdigital.com/ ZocDoc - Website and app where patients find new doctors RightEye - Revolutionary Eye Tracking Technology Visit www.blairtechnique.com to access the full suite of Doctor Development resources including our three part digital series on "How to Grow Your Provider Network in Your Community." There are membership levels available for all different careers, from student memberships to retired DCs. Thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe for future episodes and leave us a 5-star review if you're enjoying the show.

Your hosts, Dr. John Stenberg and Dr. Kevin Pecca, interview the passionate Dr. John Hilpisch who has practiced in Lake Elmo, Minnesota for many years. While discussing patient relationships and expectations, along with wisdom and insights gleaned throughout his practice, Dr. Hilpisch brings solid Blair philosophy and fervor. Enjoy the show! To get connected with the Blair Upper Cervical chiropractic community, visit www.blairtechnique.com to check out our membership options. For Chiropractic and Healthcare providers, visit www.blairtechnique.com by clicking the link. Check out Blair Technique on YouTube for more interviews and information here: Blair Technique on YouTube To find a Blair Chiropractor in your area, click the link to visit www.blairchiropractic.com To connect with Dr. John Hilpisch: Dr. John Hilpisch is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Lake Elmo, Minnesota. You can reach Dr. Hilpisch through the Hilpisch Upper Cervical Health Center Website here. Instagram: hilpischchiro Email: drjohnhilpisch@aol.com To connect with Dr. John Stenberg:  Dr. John Stenberg is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You can reach Dr. Stenberg through the Zenith Chiropractic Website here. Instagram: zenith_chiro Email: hello@zenithchiroco.com To connect with Dr. Kevin Pecca:  Dr. Kevin Pecca is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in West Orange New Jersey. You can reach Dr. Kevin Pecca through the Montclair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Website here. Instagram: drkevinpecca Email: drkevinpecca@gmail.com If you'd like to recommend a guest for the show, email us at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening!

To get connected with the Blair Upper Cervical chiropractic community, visit www.blairtechnique.com to check out our membership options. Dr. Noah Kaplan is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Walnut Creek, California. He is the owner and head doctor at Advance Upper Cervical Chiropractic. You can visit his website here. Dr. Kaplan's email address: noahkaplandc@gmail.com Dr. Kaplans TOP Business Tips - 0:53:00 The Role of Chiropractic Philosophy in Practice - 0:59:00 Advice for chiropractic students trying to figure out how to transition from student to Dr. - 1:05:00 Dr. John Stenberg is a Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractor in Colorado Springs, Colorado. You can reach Dr. Stenberg through the Zenith Chiropractic Website here. Check out the ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care and the Diplomate in Craniocervical Junction Procedures here. Keep an eye on the events page to register for the upcoming Symposium on August 13-14, 2021. For Chiropractic and Healthcare providers, visit www.blairtechnique.com by clicking the link. Resources available: Dr. Jeff Hannah's Clinical Neuroanatomy Module - learn in depth upper cervical anatomy, neurophysiology, and biomechanics on demand Dr. Jake Hollowell's Upper Cervical CBCT Manual - learn how to acquire, analyze, and interpret cervical CBCT scans for chiropractic clinical application Dr. Jeff Hannah's Thermography and Pattern Analysis course - everything you need to know about chiropractic thermography pattern analysis Check out Blair Technique on YouTube for more interviews and information here: Blair Technique on YouTube To find a Blair Chiropractor in your area, click the link to visit www.blairchiropractic.com To access Dr. Forest's 20 visit patient education program, email us at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com with "Dr. Forest" in the subject line. To find Dr. Rob Sinnott's Textbook of Chiropractic Philosophy and Textbook of Human Adaptability - click here to order.

Dr. Meg Banitch is an accomplished Blair chiropractor who grew up under the tutelage of another prominent Blair chiro, Dr. George Banitch - her father! Dr. Meg discusses the influence of her father, the importance of setting boundaries in your practice, and the value of adhering to the philosophy of Chiropractic. For doctors seeking more information: www.blairtechnique.com For patient searching for Blair doctors in their area, visit:  www.blairchiropractic.com To reach us, email: blairchiropodcast@gmail.com Dr. John Stenberg: www.zenithchiroco.com Dr. Kevin Pecca: www.drkevinpecca.com

If you'd like to recommend a guest for the show, email us at blairchiropodcast@gmail.com. Thanks for listening! Dr. Gordon Elder Blair Chiropractic Clinic www.blairclinic.com Dr. Kevin Pecca Montclair Upper Cervical Chiropractic www.drkevinpecca.com Dr. John Stenberg Zenith Chiropractic www.zenithchiroco.com