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.
NBCE Contributes Grant in Support of Foundation for Chiropractic Progress
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) is pleased to recognize the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners (NBCE) for its grant in support of the F4CP positive press campaign. The generous contribution will bring attention to the advantages of chiropractic education via press materials.
"We are excited to partner with the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress and the Association of Chiropractic Colleges to promote chiropractic as a career choice," said Dr. Norman Ouzts, president of the NBCE. "Our future is dependent upon new people entering our profession."
Grateful to have gained the support of the NBCE, Kent S. Greenawalt, chairman, F4CP, stated: "Similar to the F4CP, the NBCE is dedicated to adherence of the highest standards in advancing the chiropractic profession. I am thrilled that the organization has elected to support our campaign -- and hopeful that others will follow its lead and invest in the future of chiropractic."
Source: Foundation for Chiropractic Progress