Cleveland Alumni Matters Newsletter (April 2014 Issue, Vol. 3, No. 1)

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Founders Day ’14

ON THE HORIZON | Mark Your Calendar Alumni Events Alumni Association Small Business Development Seminar CCC Campus | May 31, 2014 Alumni Luncheon @ Missouri State Chiropractors Assoc. Convention Tan-Tar-A Resort (Osage Beach) | Aug. 22, 2014 | 12-1 p.m.

Alumni Luncheon @ Colorado Chiropractic Association Convention Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center | Sept. 13, 2014 | 12-1 p.m.

Meridian Therapy Program (CCC Campus) Urinary Bladder & Kidney | May 31-June 1, 2014 Pericardium & Triple Warmer | June 14-15, 2014 Dr. Mitch Mally’s Hands-On Upper Extremity Seminar Cincinnati, Ohio | May 24-25, 2014 Fascial Movement Taping: Level 1 & 2 CCC Campus | May 31-June 1, 2014

Homecoming 2014 CCC Campus | Oct. 10-12, 2014

ICPA Certification Program (CCC Campus) Full-Spine Segmental Evaluation/Adjusting | June 7-8, 2014 Research: Evidence-Informed Practice | July 19-20, 2014

2015 Las Vegas Alumni Event Las Vegas, Nev. | Dates TBD

International Chiropractors Association (ICA) Roundup Conference CCC Campus | June 20-21, 2014

Postgrad Events

Campus Events

A Systematic Method to Assess & Treat Lower-Extremity Injuries Cedar Rapids, Iowa | May 17-18, 2014

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Founders Day CCC Campus | June 12, 2014

For seminar information or to register, visit: cleveland.edu/alumni/continuing-education/seminar-schedule For online course information or to register, visit: cleveland.myicourse.com For a full listing of campus events, visit: cleveland.edu/event-calendar

Alumni will play a vital role in the College’s 3rd Annual Founders Day celebration this summer. Scheduled for Thursday, June 12, this special event serves as an alternative learning experience for CCC students.

Headlining Founders Day will be keynote speakers Drs. Joey ’10 & Devin Vrana ’10. There will also be several breakout sessions, a barbecue lunch and an ice cream social.

Besides paying homage to the College’s founders, Dr. Carl S. Cleveland Sr., Dr. Ruth R. Cleveland and Dr. Perl B. Griffin, the event is meant to foster a connection between students and alums.

r. Craig Morris ’81 has given a lot to the dromes: Integrated Clinical Management,” is highly profession. Throughout his career, he has respected internationally, he has taught at CCCLA worn many hats, including practitioner, author, and other institutions and has served as a rehab professor, researcher, sports and rehabilitation expert consultant for two National Hockey League teams. and international lecturIn 2010, he gave er. He has treated elite a series of lectures on athletes worldwide and rehabilitation and neubecome an international romotor control of the ambassador, opening body. In Australia, he doors for chiropractic, was approached by Dr. and opening eyes in the Dale Richardson with athletic community.

ProGolf Health, Inc., Morris’ work in func(PGH) a sports medicine tional restoration was service for professional recognized in March golfers. Convinced Morby the American Chiris’ unique skillset could ropractic Association’s be beneficial for his cliRehab Council, which ents, Richardson asked named him “Rehabilita- Dr. Craig Morris ’81, right, accepts the “Rehabilitation Doctor him to join PGH. tion Doctor of the Year” of the Year” award from Council President Dr. Jerrold Simon.

“It’s the largest conat their educational symposium in Las Vegas. The cierge golf healthcare and conditioning program on accolade was particularly special because his reha- the PGA and European Golf Tours,” Morris said. bilitation peers nominated him for the honor.

“We have 23 professional golfers on contract and “It came as a complete surprise,” Morris said. “I we travel with them, and treat and train them.” really did appreciate it. It was very kind of them.”

Morris stays busy with numerous other activiLooking back more than 30 years, it’s interesting ties, including his work with the World Federation how that award came to be. Morris was preparing to of Chiropractic and the Slovak Chiropractic Assobegin his studies at Pepperdine University with his ciation. He visits Slovakia twice a year to treat heart set on a career in medicine. However, while patients, and to help grow the profession in Central working a summer job in the mid-1970s, Morris Europe. He is a lifetime member of the California began talking with a co-worker, Dr. Ted Steiger ’76, Chiropractic Association. He also strives to give who was then a student at Cleveland Chiropractic back, a habit he hopes other D.C.’s share.

College-Los Angeles (CCCLA). Those conversa“We get so much out of the profession, we have tions with Steiger opened his eyes to chiropractic. to remember to put back energy, time, devotion “We started talking about it and I became very and commitment,” Morris said. “There’s so many interested in chiropractic,” Morris said “ . . . the ways to do that, but it’s important that it’s not just a hands-on, natural approach . . . so it seemed to be one-way street. You get from it and you give to it.” a natural fit for me. By the time I started at PepIn his free time, Morris spends time with his perdine, I was pre-chiropractic, not pre-medicine.” wife, Jana, their four children and four grandchilMorris’ experiences within the profession have dren. Visit firsthealthca.com or rehabfai.com to been notable. His 2006 textbook, “Low Back Syn- learn more about his practice or to reach him. q WWW.CLEVELAND.EDU

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Alumni

Cleveland

From The Desk Of

DR. CLARK BECKLEY

W

hen we last chatted, fall had just arrived. And now, here we are entering spring. Thank goodness winter is finally over. In January 2014, we welcomed 41 new students into the D.C. program. Thanks again for your referrals.

It has been a busy few months. On Feb. 21, the College hosted an alumni reception at the Oklahoma Chiropractic Association convention in Oklahoma City, where I had the great opportunity to catch up and visit with many of our alums. From Feb. 27 through March 1, the College partnered with the CCC Alumni Association to present a continuing education seminar in Las Vegas. It was a great weekend, and we had an alumni luncheon on Saturday with over 40 doctors and guests attending. The event was a huge success with the consensus being that we make this an annual affair, so start thinking Vice President of Alumni Relations about next year. Our goal is to double the attendance – stay tuned for details. Finally, on March 21, the College hosted a reception at the Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association in Omaha. I truly enjoy these opportunities to reconnect with alums. Looking ahead, our 3rd Annual Founders Day, an alternative learning experience for our students, is scheduled for June 12. More to follow on this event.

On a personal note, I would like to reach out to all alums whose lives were touched by Dr. Dwight Gerred ’60. Many of you know that Dr. Gerred was my mentor and was a tremendous influence on me both professionally and personally. I would like to see Dr. Gerred memorialized, and I think it would be fitting if we named CCC’s public clinic reception area in his honor. Naming rights for that room costs $50,000, and I have agreed to Dr. Dwight Gerred spearhead a fundraising effort to attain this.

Former CCC VP To date, we have raised over $10,000. Our goal is to complete this and have a dedication ceremony at this year’s Homecoming event on Oct. 10. Please help me in honoring a man who meant so much to his College and his profession.

Email me at clark.beckley@cleveland.edu or call (913) 234-0609 and let me know that you are with me on this! q

Want to refer a student or give a charitable donation?

Contact Peg McKee, the College’s Institutional Advancement Officer.

Phone: (913) 234-0618 Email: peg.mckee@cleveland.edu

Vol. 3, No. 1 | April 2014

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Alumni

Cleveland

News & Notes From

CCC ALUMNI & FRIENDS 1960s Dr. Raymond Serafin ’64 celebrates his 50th year as a licensed practitioner in 2014. Serafin has been in private practice in Pleasanton, Calif., since graduating in 1964. He cut back his responsibilities in the office due to health issues in 2001, but continues to assist with marketing the practice and in conducting more than 400 sport physicals as part of an annual fundraiser for several teams in the area of Lathrop, Calif. Serafin has been a stalwart supporter of the profession over the years, representing Alameda County on the board of directors for the California Chiropractic Association and serving on California’s Chiropractic Technique Council.

1970s Dr. Mark Chadwell ’79 semi-retired from active practice in 2007 and embarked on a new journey with the San Diego County Sheriff ’s Department. Shortly after graduating as a deputy, Chadwell began working as a bailiff in civil court. In 2012, Chadwell’s wife took a job on the U.S. Navy base in Yokosuka, Japan, and he joined her there.

In Japan, Chadwell began volunteering with the American Red Cross at the U.S. Army Veterinary Treatment Facility. He has since been hired full time as a vet tech and re-established his chiropractic license.

1980s Dr. Albert Kalter ’81 was in attendance Feb. 27 at a special gala honoring retiring U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (D-Iowa), a longtime champion of chiropractic. The gala was held in Washington, D.C., during the 2014 National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC). Kalter practices in Braintree, Mass., and is currently the elected delegate from Massachusetts to the ACA and vice president of the North East Chiropractic Council (NECC).

1990s Dr. John Petrick ’99 is the founder and president of the Keep It Simple, Make It Fun (KIS MIF) Recreational Therapy Program, which provides the opportunity for disabled and non-disabled individuals to socialize together in a friendly, leisurely setting. Visit kis-mif.org to learn more about the foundation.

2000s Dr. Jason Moss ’05 opened his third independent KC CORE chiropractic clinic in February. The new practice is located within Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Mo. KC CORE was established in 2008 as the Midwest’s first and only chiropractic manual therapy practice. Joining Moss at KC CORE are six other Cleveland alumni: Dr. James O’Dwyer ’09, Dr. Holly Lane ’10, Dr. Joel Terry ’07, Dr. Cody Vitt ’11, Dr. Christopher Bollenbach ’13 and Dr. Eric Buckley ’08. Visit kansascitycore.com to learn more about the practice.

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IN BRIEF UPDATES Dr. Paul Hooper ’75, Diamond Bar, Calif., is president of The Flying Pig Consulting Group, which specializes in occupational health, and has written a regular column for Dynamic Chiropractic magazine for more than a decade.

Dr. Michael Gray ’84, Keller, Texas, served as the official chiropractor of the U.S. Racquetball Association’s U.S. Open Tournament in October 2013.

Dr. Robert Oexman ’84 is director of the Sleep to Live Institute in Joplin, Mo., and made TV appearances in January on Fox & Friends and The Today Show to share the findings of his sleep research.

Dr. Glenn Johnson ’85, Anaheim, Calif., is a full-time associate professor at Southern California University of Health Sciences.

Dr. Page Crow ’86, Independence, Mo., got engaged to Kelly Jeanne Delong during the College’s Las Vegas alumni event in February and will be married in June 2014.

Dr. Martin Olsen ’89, LaJolla, Calif., reports he was “re-energized to the Nth degree after visiting with Dr. Cleveland III” during the College’s Las Vegas alumni event in February.

Dr. Michael McIrvin ’90, McPherson, Kan., is one of the few chiropractors that treat behavioral health challenges, such as PTSD, insomnia, anxiety, depression and stress and has achieved a 90-percent success rate.

Dr. Sheila Wilson ’95, Indianapolis, Ind., was featured in an article on women leaders in chiropractic in the March issue of The Chiropractic Report.

Dr. Stuart Martin ’96, Montrose, Calif., celebrated his 18th wedding anniversary in March, and in 2014 is entering his 18th year as a practicing chiropractor.

Dr. Roberta Rendon ’96, Torrance, Calif., is happy to report that her son with cerebral palsy recently turned 30 years old, and “is alive and well with chiropractic.”

Dr. Robert Bell ’97 has been practicing in Cortland, Ohio, for 16 years and has adjusted more than 100,000 patients.

Dr. Jason Pargeter ’09, Yukon, Okla., has been in practice for three and a half years, and he and his wife are expecting a baby boy in May. Dr. Travis Ring ’09 owns a sole practitioner office in Tulsa, Okla.

Dr. Crystal Green ’10, St. Joseph, Mo., has moved to a new, more kid-friendly practice location, and she and her husband are expecting a baby, their third child, in September.

Dr. Justin Hildebrand ’10, Kansas City, Mo., is a contributing author in the April 15, 2014, issue of Dynamic Chiropractic with an article titled “Get That Shoulder to Move: Restoring Internal Rotation.”

Dr. Christopher Barnes ’11, Broken Arrow, Okla., opened a new office in February.

Dr. Sarah Potthoff ’11, Gaithersburg, Md., wrote the cover story titled “Collaboration for a Cause: The New Model for Truly Integrative Health Care” for the April 15, 2014, issue of Dynamic Chiropractic magazine.

Dr. Jose Estrada ’12 bought Liberal Family Chiropractic in Liberal, Kan., a practice previously owned by Dr. Julio Jimenez ’99.

Dr. Kelly Baltuska ’12, the proud father of three children, is practicing in his hometown of Lenexa, Kan., and recently completed his second half marathon.

Drs. Tyler ’13 and Brooke Day ’12 opened Day Family Chiropractic in Waldwick, N.J., in June 2013.

ARRIVALS Dr. Jessica Foster-Christiansen ’02, Omaha, Neb., welcomed a daughter, Chelsea Nicole, on Dec. 26, 2013.

Drs. Scott ’09 and Brittney Keller ’10, Firth, Neb., are expecting a baby in August.

Dr. Erin Komp ’10, Omaha, Neb., is expecting a baby in August.

Drs. Matt ’11 and Holly Lane ’10, Overland Park, Kan., welcomed a baby girl, Brooklyn, on Jan. 24, 2014.

PASSINGS

Dr. Samuel Schrock ’97, Kearney, Neb., was named to Integrity Management’s “Top 25” list for 2013.

Dr. Woodrow McIntyre ’62, St. Charles, Mo., passed away March 6, 2014.

Drs. Mark Sewell ’97 and Regina Rogers-Sewell ’97, Springdale, Ark., welcomed a prospective student to their practice, Healthwise Chiropractic, for two weeks in March.

Dr. Leo Porter ’62, Warsaw, Mo., passed away Feb. 7, 2014.

Drs. Jake Akerson ’07 and Aron Ferguson ’10, of Excel Chiropractic & Wellness in Lincoln, Neb., are celebrating one year in business in April, and their practice was voted “#1 in Chiropractic Care” in the 2014 Lincoln’s Choice Awards.

Dr. Michael Guinn ’86, Ponca City, Okla., passed away Sept.

19, 2013.

The College wishes to thank those who have made memorial contributions on behalf of their loved ones. Gifts in memoriam, like those received from the Alumni Association for each passing, will be added to the Vanguard Scholarship Fund unless specified otherwise.

Share news about your practice, achievements and family online at cleveland.edu/alumni-news or by using the envelope provided.

800.969.2701

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Alumni

Cleveland

From The Desk Of

DR. CLARK BECKLEY

W

hen we last chatted, fall had just arrived. And now, here we are entering spring. Thank goodness winter is finally over. In January 2014, we welcomed 41 new students into the D.C. program. Thanks again for your referrals.

It has been a busy few months. On Feb. 21, the College hosted an alumni reception at the Oklahoma Chiropractic Association convention in Oklahoma City, where I had the great opportunity to catch up and visit with many of our alums. From Feb. 27 through March 1, the College partnered with the CCC Alumni Association to present a continuing education seminar in Las Vegas. It was a great weekend, and we had an alumni luncheon on Saturday with over 40 doctors and guests attending. The event was a huge success with the consensus being that we make this an annual affair, so start thinking Vice President of Alumni Relations about next year. Our goal is to double the attendance – stay tuned for details. Finally, on March 21, the College hosted a reception at the Nebraska Chiropractic Physicians Association in Omaha. I truly enjoy these opportunities to reconnect with alums. Looking ahead, our 3rd Annual Founders Day, an alternative learning experience for our students, is scheduled for June 12. More to follow on this event.

On a personal note, I would like to reach out to all alums whose lives were touched by Dr. Dwight Gerred ’60. Many of you know that Dr. Gerred was my mentor and was a tremendous influence on me both professionally and personally. I would like to see Dr. Gerred memorialized, and I think it would be fitting if we named CCC’s public clinic reception area in his honor. Naming rights for that room costs $50,000, and I have agreed to Dr. Dwight Gerred spearhead a fundraising effort to attain this.

Former CCC VP To date, we have raised over $10,000. Our goal is to complete this and have a dedication ceremony at this year’s Homecoming event on Oct. 10. Please help me in honoring a man who meant so much to his College and his profession.

Email me at clark.beckley@cleveland.edu or call (913) 234-0609 and let me know that you are with me on this! q

Want to refer a student or give a charitable donation?

Contact Peg McKee, the College’s Institutional Advancement Officer.

Phone: (913) 234-0618 Email: peg.mckee@cleveland.edu

Vol. 3, No. 1 | April 2014

Matters

Alumni

Cleveland

News & Notes From

CCC ALUMNI & FRIENDS 1960s Dr. Raymond Serafin ’64 celebrates his 50th year as a licensed practitioner in 2014. Serafin has been in private practice in Pleasanton, Calif., since graduating in 1964. He cut back his responsibilities in the office due to health issues in 2001, but continues to assist with marketing the practice and in conducting more than 400 sport physicals as part of an annual fundraiser for several teams in the area of Lathrop, Calif. Serafin has been a stalwart supporter of the profession over the years, representing Alameda County on the board of directors for the California Chiropractic Association and serving on California’s Chiropractic Technique Council.

1970s Dr. Mark Chadwell ’79 semi-retired from active practice in 2007 and embarked on a new journey with the San Diego County Sheriff ’s Department. Shortly after graduating as a deputy, Chadwell began working as a bailiff in civil court. In 2012, Chadwell’s wife took a job on the U.S. Navy base in Yokosuka, Japan, and he joined her there.

In Japan, Chadwell began volunteering with the American Red Cross at the U.S. Army Veterinary Treatment Facility. He has since been hired full time as a vet tech and re-established his chiropractic license.

1980s Dr. Albert Kalter ’81 was in attendance Feb. 27 at a special gala honoring retiring U.S. Senator Tom Harkin (D-Iowa), a longtime champion of chiropractic. The gala was held in Washington, D.C., during the 2014 National Chiropractic Legislative Conference (NCLC). Kalter practices in Braintree, Mass., and is currently the elected delegate from Massachusetts to the ACA and vice president of the North East Chiropractic Council (NECC).

1990s Dr. John Petrick ’99 is the founder and president of the Keep It Simple, Make It Fun (KIS MIF) Recreational Therapy Program, which provides the opportunity for disabled and non-disabled individuals to socialize together in a friendly, leisurely setting. Visit kis-mif.org to learn more about the foundation.

2000s Dr. Jason Moss ’05 opened his third independent KC CORE chiropractic clinic in February. The new practice is located within Centerpoint Medical Center in Independence, Mo. KC CORE was established in 2008 as the Midwest’s first and only chiropractic manual therapy practice. Joining Moss at KC CORE are six other Cleveland alumni: Dr. James O’Dwyer ’09, Dr. Holly Lane ’10, Dr. Joel Terry ’07, Dr. Cody Vitt ’11, Dr. Christopher Bollenbach ’13 and Dr. Eric Buckley ’08. Visit kansascitycore.com to learn more about the practice.

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IN BRIEF UPDATES Dr. Paul Hooper ’75, Diamond Bar, Calif., is president of The Flying Pig Consulting Group, which specializes in occupational health, and has written a regular column for Dynamic Chiropractic magazine for more than a decade.

Dr. Michael Gray ’84, Keller, Texas, served as the official chiropractor of the U.S. Racquetball Association’s U.S. Open Tournament in October 2013.

Dr. Robert Oexman ’84 is director of the Sleep to Live Institute in Joplin, Mo., and made TV appearances in January on Fox & Friends and The Today Show to share the findings of his sleep research.

Dr. Glenn Johnson ’85, Anaheim, Calif., is a full-time associate professor at Southern California University of Health Sciences.

Dr. Page Crow ’86, Independence, Mo., got engaged to Kelly Jeanne Delong during the College’s Las Vegas alumni event in February and will be married in June 2014.

Dr. Martin Olsen ’89, LaJolla, Calif., reports he was “re-energized to the Nth degree after visiting with Dr. Cleveland III” during the College’s Las Vegas alumni event in February.

Dr. Michael McIrvin ’90, McPherson, Kan., is one of the few chiropractors that treat behavioral health challenges, such as PTSD, insomnia, anxiety, depression and stress and has achieved a 90-percent success rate.

Dr. Sheila Wilson ’95, Indianapolis, Ind., was featured in an article on women leaders in chiropractic in the March issue of The Chiropractic Report.

Dr. Stuart Martin ’96, Montrose, Calif., celebrated his 18th wedding anniversary in March, and in 2014 is entering his 18th year as a practicing chiropractor.

Dr. Roberta Rendon ’96, Torrance, Calif., is happy to report that her son with cerebral palsy recently turned 30 years old, and “is alive and well with chiropractic.”

Dr. Robert Bell ’97 has been practicing in Cortland, Ohio, for 16 years and has adjusted more than 100,000 patients.

Dr. Jason Pargeter ’09, Yukon, Okla., has been in practice for three and a half years, and he and his wife are expecting a baby boy in May. Dr. Travis Ring ’09 owns a sole practitioner office in Tulsa, Okla.

Dr. Crystal Green ’10, St. Joseph, Mo., has moved to a new, more kid-friendly practice location, and she and her husband are expecting a baby, their third child, in September.

Dr. Justin Hildebrand ’10, Kansas City, Mo., is a contributing author in the April 15, 2014, issue of Dynamic Chiropractic with an article titled “Get That Shoulder to Move: Restoring Internal Rotation.”

Dr. Christopher Barnes ’11, Broken Arrow, Okla., opened a new office in February.

Dr. Sarah Potthoff ’11, Gaithersburg, Md., wrote the cover story titled “Collaboration for a Cause: The New Model for Truly Integrative Health Care” for the April 15, 2014, issue of Dynamic Chiropractic magazine.

Dr. Jose Estrada ’12 bought Liberal Family Chiropractic in Liberal, Kan., a practice previously owned by Dr. Julio Jimenez ’99.

Dr. Kelly Baltuska ’12, the proud father of three children, is practicing in his hometown of Lenexa, Kan., and recently completed his second half marathon.

Drs. Tyler ’13 and Brooke Day ’12 opened Day Family Chiropractic in Waldwick, N.J., in June 2013.

ARRIVALS Dr. Jessica Foster-Christiansen ’02, Omaha, Neb., welcomed a daughter, Chelsea Nicole, on Dec. 26, 2013.

Drs. Scott ’09 and Brittney Keller ’10, Firth, Neb., are expecting a baby in August.

Dr. Erin Komp ’10, Omaha, Neb., is expecting a baby in August.

Drs. Matt ’11 and Holly Lane ’10, Overland Park, Kan., welcomed a baby girl, Brooklyn, on Jan. 24, 2014.

PASSINGS

Dr. Samuel Schrock ’97, Kearney, Neb., was named to Integrity Management’s “Top 25” list for 2013.

Dr. Woodrow McIntyre ’62, St. Charles, Mo., passed away March 6, 2014.

Drs. Mark Sewell ’97 and Regina Rogers-Sewell ’97, Springdale, Ark., welcomed a prospective student to their practice, Healthwise Chiropractic, for two weeks in March.

Dr. Leo Porter ’62, Warsaw, Mo., passed away Feb. 7, 2014.

Drs. Jake Akerson ’07 and Aron Ferguson ’10, of Excel Chiropractic & Wellness in Lincoln, Neb., are celebrating one year in business in April, and their practice was voted “#1 in Chiropractic Care” in the 2014 Lincoln’s Choice Awards.

Dr. Michael Guinn ’86, Ponca City, Okla., passed away Sept.

19, 2013.

The College wishes to thank those who have made memorial contributions on behalf of their loved ones. Gifts in memoriam, like those received from the Alumni Association for each passing, will be added to the Vanguard Scholarship Fund unless specified otherwise.

Share news about your practice, achievements and family online at cleveland.edu/alumni-news or by using the envelope provided.

800.969.2701

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Vol. 3, No. 1 | April 2014

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A NEWSLETTER FOR GRADUATES & FRIENDS OF CLEVELAND CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE

Dr. Morris leads active career D

Health Insights Today: cleveland.edu/hit To send your news or update your contact information, visit: cleveland.edu/alumni-news

Dr. Raymond Serafin ’64 News & Notes, Page 2

Founders Day ’14

ON THE HORIZON | Mark Your Calendar Alumni Events Alumni Association Small Business Development Seminar CCC Campus | May 31, 2014 Alumni Luncheon @ Missouri State Chiropractors Assoc. Convention Tan-Tar-A Resort (Osage Beach) | Aug. 22, 2014 | 12-1 p.m.

Alumni Luncheon @ Colorado Chiropractic Association Convention Hyatt Regency Denver Tech Center | Sept. 13, 2014 | 12-1 p.m.

Meridian Therapy Program (CCC Campus) Urinary Bladder & Kidney | May 31-June 1, 2014 Pericardium & Triple Warmer | June 14-15, 2014 Dr. Mitch Mally’s Hands-On Upper Extremity Seminar Cincinnati, Ohio | May 24-25, 2014 Fascial Movement Taping: Level 1 & 2 CCC Campus | May 31-June 1, 2014

Homecoming 2014 CCC Campus | Oct. 10-12, 2014

ICPA Certification Program (CCC Campus) Full-Spine Segmental Evaluation/Adjusting | June 7-8, 2014 Research: Evidence-Informed Practice | July 19-20, 2014

2015 Las Vegas Alumni Event Las Vegas, Nev. | Dates TBD

International Chiropractors Association (ICA) Roundup Conference CCC Campus | June 20-21, 2014

Postgrad Events

Campus Events

A Systematic Method to Assess & Treat Lower-Extremity Injuries Cedar Rapids, Iowa | May 17-18, 2014

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Founders Day CCC Campus | June 12, 2014

For seminar information or to register, visit: cleveland.edu/alumni/continuing-education/seminar-schedule For online course information or to register, visit: cleveland.myicourse.com For a full listing of campus events, visit: cleveland.edu/event-calendar

Alumni will play a vital role in the College’s 3rd Annual Founders Day celebration this summer. Scheduled for Thursday, June 12, this special event serves as an alternative learning experience for CCC students.

Headlining Founders Day will be keynote speakers Drs. Joey ’10 & Devin Vrana ’10. There will also be several breakout sessions, a barbecue lunch and an ice cream social.

Besides paying homage to the College’s founders, Dr. Carl S. Cleveland Sr., Dr. Ruth R. Cleveland and Dr. Perl B. Griffin, the event is meant to foster a connection between students and alums.

r. Craig Morris ’81 has given a lot to the dromes: Integrated Clinical Management,” is highly profession. Throughout his career, he has respected internationally, he has taught at CCCLA worn many hats, including practitioner, author, and other institutions and has served as a rehab professor, researcher, sports and rehabilitation expert consultant for two National Hockey League teams. and international lecturIn 2010, he gave er. He has treated elite a series of lectures on athletes worldwide and rehabilitation and neubecome an international romotor control of the ambassador, opening body. In Australia, he doors for chiropractic, was approached by Dr. and opening eyes in the Dale Richardson with athletic community.

ProGolf Health, Inc., Morris’ work in func(PGH) a sports medicine tional restoration was service for professional recognized in March golfers. Convinced Morby the American Chiris’ unique skillset could ropractic Association’s be beneficial for his cliRehab Council, which ents, Richardson asked named him “Rehabilita- Dr. Craig Morris ’81, right, accepts the “Rehabilitation Doctor him to join PGH. tion Doctor of the Year” of the Year” award from Council President Dr. Jerrold Simon.

“It’s the largest conat their educational symposium in Las Vegas. The cierge golf healthcare and conditioning program on accolade was particularly special because his reha- the PGA and European Golf Tours,” Morris said. bilitation peers nominated him for the honor.

“We have 23 professional golfers on contract and “It came as a complete surprise,” Morris said. “I we travel with them, and treat and train them.” really did appreciate it. It was very kind of them.”

Morris stays busy with numerous other activiLooking back more than 30 years, it’s interesting ties, including his work with the World Federation how that award came to be. Morris was preparing to of Chiropractic and the Slovak Chiropractic Assobegin his studies at Pepperdine University with his ciation. He visits Slovakia twice a year to treat heart set on a career in medicine. However, while patients, and to help grow the profession in Central working a summer job in the mid-1970s, Morris Europe. He is a lifetime member of the California began talking with a co-worker, Dr. Ted Steiger ’76, Chiropractic Association. He also strives to give who was then a student at Cleveland Chiropractic back, a habit he hopes other D.C.’s share.

College-Los Angeles (CCCLA). Those conversa“We get so much out of the profession, we have tions with Steiger opened his eyes to chiropractic. to remember to put back energy, time, devotion “We started talking about it and I became very and commitment,” Morris said. “There’s so many interested in chiropractic,” Morris said “ . . . the ways to do that, but it’s important that it’s not just a hands-on, natural approach . . . so it seemed to be one-way street. You get from it and you give to it.” a natural fit for me. By the time I started at PepIn his free time, Morris spends time with his perdine, I was pre-chiropractic, not pre-medicine.” wife, Jana, their four children and four grandchilMorris’ experiences within the profession have dren. Visit firsthealthca.com or rehabfai.com to been notable. His 2006 textbook, “Low Back Syn- learn more about his practice or to reach him. q WWW.CLEVELAND.EDU