Dr. Vincent Paul Lucido went home to be with the Lord on May 21, 2024. Born in Brooklyn, N.Y. in 1937, he graduated from the Chiropractic Institute of New York in 1962 and was drafted into the Army before starting his chiropractic career in 1966 in Lakeland, Fla.
Dr. Lucido was always involved in serving the chiropractic profession. His love for chiropractic, combined with his humble servant’s heart, promoted him to numerous positions within the profession. He served as the president of the Florida Chiropractic Association in 1974, president of the American Chiropractic Association in 1989, president of the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research for many years, director of the National Chiropractic Mutual Insurance Company, and editor of DC Tracts Clinical Journal for Chiropractic Physicians. He was also an active member of Heritage Baptist Church and served as a deacon there.
During his illustrious career, Dr. Lucido was a physician in the true sense; he was a teacher, and lectured throughout the country on health, nutrition, and wellness. He was a true friend to many in our profession and the void he leaves will be huge. His integrity, honesty, and commitment were his trademarks that guided his life.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to NCMIC Research Foundation, Inc., 14001 University Ave, Mail Stop A3E Clive, IA 50325-8258; or Good Shepherd Hospice, 12470 Telecom Drive Suite 301, Temple Terrace, FL 33637.
Editor’s Note: Read more about Dr. Lucido’s life in his full obituary as published on Legacy.com, from which some of the above is excerpted.
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