Because they have yet to pass national legislation protecting the chiropractic profession, Japanese DCs are in a similar situation that U.S. DCs faced. We were fortunate enough to be able to pass chiropractic licensure state by state. The DCs in Japan must accomplish this nationally, which has proved to be an extremely difficult task. And in spite of their efforts, Japanese DCs are currently faced with two chiropractic professions.
Dr. Kelly Hinton, 1961-1995.
Kelly Hinton, DC, who had an active practice in Costa Mesa, Calif., passed away in his sleep March 29, 1995 at the age of 34. A 1986 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic West, Dr. Hinton was involved in many community fitness and health programs and served as a staff doctor for various health and fitness facilities in the Southern California area. He also worked as an independent medical examiner.
Dr. Hinton is survived by his mother, Mrs. Rosemary Hinton, and two sisters, Erin and Loris.
In honor of Dr. Hinton, a permanently endowed scholarship fund for Palmer West is being initiated. This fund will be given annually to a student who demonstrates financial need and desire to excel in the profession of chiropractic. The fund requires $10,000 to start. Tax deductible donations may be sent to Palmer West and should be made out to:
Palmer College of Chiropractic West
Dr. Kelly Hinton, DC Scholarship Fund
90 East Tasman
San Jose, CA 95134
For additional information, you can call Dr. Warren Bruhl (PCCW 1986) at (708) 835-4700 or call Darrell Slabaugh, director of development at Palmer College at (319) 326-9600.