A historic announcement and record-breaking attendance: just a few of the highlights from this year's The National by the Florida Chiropractic Association, which boasted more than 4,000 attendees and a 400-booth expo featuring 275 companies. Here's a brief synopsis of what took place in Orlando this year.
Event Highlights
The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP) chose The National to announce (as reported in our October issue) that chiropractic will debut a 30-second television commercial during the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics. The commercial will air five times to U.S. viewers as part of the profession's 125th anniversary celebration next year, and is receiving substantial funding from the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, among other supporters.
Dr. Anthony Lisi addressing thousands of attendees during a keynote panel, "A Military Panel Discus-sion of Chiropractic Treatment for the Veteran: Standard Procedures, Risks and Rewards."
International, national and state chiropractic organizations were well-represented at the event, including the World Federation of Chiropractic, Association of Chiropractic Colleges, American Chiropractic Association, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Foundation for Chiropractic Progress, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Florida Board of Chiropractic Medicine and others.
Attendees enjoying the expo and networking in between classes.
The FCA Board of Directors announced its DC of the Year (Dr. Jerry True); CA of the Year (Shelby Phenix); and LMT of the Year (Jane Kordish). Paul Lambert, JD, received the association's Impact Award.
ChiroHealthUSA awarded The Foxworth Family Chiropractic Scholarship in the amount of $15,000 to Robert J. Butler, a student at Palmer College of Chiropractic - West. Palmer West also receives $10,000. This is the largest achievement-based scholarship available to chiropractic students.
Doctors of Chiropractic: Sports Instructors, Drs. Sabrina Atkins, Michael Bagnell, Spencer Baron, Kathleen Baumgardner and Cindy M. Howard, Beth Rizer and Anne Sorrentino, educate attendees on "Integration of Chiropractic in the Athletic Training Room."
Three DC attendees received cash prizes totaling $10,000 at the President's Reception, and there were countless vendor giveaways during the expo including lasers, tables, mattresses and more.
Save the Date
Next year's The National by FCA is right around the corner! Visit www.TheNationalChiro.com for up-to-date information on the Aug. 27-30, 2020 event (once again at the Hyatt Regency Orlando), including scheduled speakers, program details and more.
It’s a new year and many chiropractors are evaluating what will enhance their respective practices, particularly as it relates to their bottom line. One of the most common questions I get is: “Do I need to be credentialed to bill insurance, and what are the best plans to join?” It’s a loaded question – but one every DC ponders. Whether you're already in-network or pondering whether to join, here's what you need to know.
A 36-year-old female presented on Nov. 18, 2025, with lumbar pain and left lower extremity radiculopathy. Following a comprehensive history, physical examination, and radiographic evaluation to assess anatomical and biomechanical factors, an immediate lumbar MRI was ordered due to the patient’s radiculopathic symptoms and clinical findings.
Mark Studin, DC, FPSC, FASBE(C), DAAPM;
Timothy Clare, DC, FPSC(C)
What happens when best practices for patient care fall outside what guidelines endorse or insurance will cover? More importantly, how can clinicians ethically and effectively integrate non-reimbursed services that improve function, reduce disability and support long-term outcomes? These are not just clinical questions; they are economic and policy challenges that directly affect practice viability and patient access.
