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NBCE Board Member Honored by South Carolina Chiropractic Association

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners board member Dr. Norman Ouzts Jr. received the South Carolina Chiropractic Association's (SCCA) President's Cup Award at the association's annual meeting in Myrtle Beach, S.C. Dr. Ouzts was honored for dedication, loyalty, commitment, and professionalism in his service to the association, including past service as president, board member, and chair of the legislative committee.

Additionally, at the June annual meeting of the SCCA, Dr. Ouzts was elected as District 7 Director (which covers a seven-county area) for the 2011-2012 term.

The NBCE proudly salutes Dr. Ouzts, who was re-elected in May 2011 to serve as vice president of its Board of Directors. He also continues in his role as NBCE District V Director.

Source: National Board of Chiropractic Examiners

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