Curtis Turchin, MA, DC, DACBN, DCBCN

Dr. Curtis Turchin received his undergraduate degree in biomedical sciences from the University of Southern California, a master's in education from San Francisco State University and a doctorate in chiropractic from Palmer College. He was director of clinical sciences for the company that developed the first FDA-cleared light device, and is now president of Apollo PT Products. Dr. Turchin is the author of Light and Laser Therapy and Treating Addictions With Laser Therapy, and has authored numerous articles in research and other publications.

Previous Articles

Gaining Traction: Lasers and the Evidence-Based DC
September 9, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 19)
Light on Lasers: Clarence Gonstead and Laser Therapy
November 4, 2004 (Vol. 22, Issue 23)
Light on Lasers: The Basics
January 29, 2004 (Vol. 22, Issue 03)
The Orthopractic Miracle
November 4, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 23)
Thank You Consumer Reports!
August 12, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 17)
Primary Care Providers: The Chiropractic Illusion
June 17, 1994 (Vol. 12, Issue 13)
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