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Chris Meletis, ND

Dr. Chris Meletis is an educator, international author and lecturer. He is widely recognized as an expert in clinical applications of plasmalogen as it pertains to cognition, heart health and pediatric neurologic needs. He has authored 17 books and more than 200 national scientific articles; served as dean of naturopathic medicine and chief medical officer for seven years at NUNM, the oldest naturopathic medical school in North America; and received numerous awards, including the prestigious Physician of the Year Award by the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and most recently, the NUNM Hall of Fame Award.

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Your Practice / Business
Should You Use Cash, Loan or Lease for Equipment Purchases?
Should You Use Cash, Loan or Lease for Equipment Purchases?

Some doctors thrive in a personality-based clinic and have a loyal following no matter what services or equipment they offer, but for most chiropractic offices who are trying to grow and expand, new equipment purchases help us stay relevant and continue to service our client base in the best, most up-to-date manner possible. So, regarding equipment purchasing: should you lease, get a bank loan, or pay cash?

Jamy Antoine, BS, DC, BCN
Politics / Government / Legislation
2024 Elections: Our Best Chance to Be a Player Again
2024 Elections

Some pundits say that the upcoming presidential and congressional races, and many local races, might be the most consequential in our country’s history. We do not have the choice of sitting on the sidelines and hoping our patients will carry our water.  Unlike other medical professions such as physical therapists, podiatrists, nurses, etc., the health care class (AMA) will not protect us. We must be in the game.

Garrett Cuneo, BA
Chronic / Acute Conditions
Evaluating Shoulder Pain - More Than the Rotator Cuff
Evaluating Shoulder Pain - More Than the Rotator Cuff

The most common condition affecting the shoulder is rotator-cuff disease. From acute tears to chronic tendinopathy, it’s common and needs a thorough workup. In fact, even asymptomatic shoulders can have full-thickness rotator-cuff rears in up to 40% of instances. Let’s look at additional conditions that can present to the office with weakness, loss of motion and pain in the shoulder beyond rotator-cuff tears.

Donald DeFabio, DC, DACBSP, DABCO