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.
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Dr. Claire Johnson: Clinical Compass Person of the Year
Claire Johnson, DC, MSEd, PhD, is the recipient of the Clinical Compass Person of the Year award. According to the Compass, which is powered by the Congress on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters (CCGPP), the award "is bestowed upon individuals who demonstrate exemplary service to the chiropractic profession, the Clinical Compass, and evidence-based practice."
"It is our honor to recognize Claire Johnson, DC, MSEd, PhD for the Clinical Compass Person of the Year Award," said Dr. Jay Greenstein, Clinical Compass char. "She has worked tirelessly to promote the work of the research performed by Clinical Compass and has engaged our organization in ways that few others could – enthusiasm, creativity, execution, and results. The Clinical Compass is incredibly fortunate to have her as a board member and as a strategic partner. More importantly, the chiropractic profession and the patients we serve are lucky to have Dr. Johnson as a thought leader and role model."
In addition to her role as a Clinical Compass board member, she serves as editor in chief of National University of Health Sciences' scientific journals (including JMPT), and is involved with the American Public Health Association (APHA) and Global Spine Care Initiative (GSCI).