David J. Brunarski, DC, MSc, FCCS(C)

Dr. David Brunarski graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College in 1977 after completing his undergraduate education at the University of Alberta. In 1992, he attained a master's degree in nutrition from the University of Bridgeport. He is president of the Ontario Chiropractic Association and is actively involved in committee work for the association. He maintains a private practice in Simcoe, Ontario.

Previous Articles

Patient Satisfaction and Continuity of Care
November 4, 2011 (Vol. 29, Issue 23)
The Psychology of Chronic Back Pain
September 9, 2011 (Vol. 29, Issue 19)
Shared Decision-Making and Self-Management in Health Care
July 15, 2011 (Vol. 29, Issue 15)
System Dynamics Modeling and Utilization of Chiropractic Care
March 12, 2011 (Vol. 29, Issue 06)
The Increasing Threat of Syndemics and the Role of Chiropractic Care
January 1, 2011 (Vol. 29, Issue 01)
Nocebo/Placebo: Treatment Expectations and Preference in Chiropractic Care
November 4, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 23)
Impact of the Chiropractic Literature
December 2, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 25)
Chronic Pain and Self-Care
September 23, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 20)
Cognitive Diversity and Creative Abrasion
July 1, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 14)
Trapped by Our Own Dysfunctional Conflict and Defensive Perceptions
May 6, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 10)
The Challenge of Chiropractic Integration
February 26, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 05)
Reviewing the Evidence: Why Chiropractors Must Perform Systematic Reviews
January 1, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 01)
The Power of Teamwork
November 4, 2009 (Vol. 27, Issue 23)
The Power of Teamwork
November 4, 2009 (Vol. 27, Issue 23)
Embracing Evidence-Based Chiropractic
January 29, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 03)
Elevating the Delivery of Chiropractic Care
March 26, 2010 (Vol. 28, Issue 07)
The Building Blocks of Clinical Competency
August 12, 2009 (Vol. 27, Issue 17)
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Should You Be In-Network or Out-of-Network With Insurance?

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.

Samuel A. Collins
Anti Aging / Healthy Aging
Squaring the Geriatric Curve
Squaring the Geriatric Curve

The geriatric curve – the progressive decline in our health, fitness, mental capacity, and overall constitution – graphically appears as a downward sloping line over time. It is a culmination of the effects of sarcopenia, postural deterioration, frailty, and chronic noncommunicable diseases that occur as we age. While aging cannot be reversed, the goal is to reduce the negative slope or “square off” the curve, thus avoiding a steady decline in health. Here are five ways to get your patients started.

Donald DeFabio, DC, DACBSP, DABCO
News / Profession
How Chiropractors Can Make It the Best of Times
The Best of Times, the Worst of Times

Imagine an environment in which DCs are tightly integrated with their local healthcare system; a trusted resource for PCPs, specialists and self-insured employers; are reimbursed in alignment with value created; use modern technology enabling them to fully engage with their patients; are self-governed; and are able to maintain a fulfilling work-life balance. In the final part of this three-part series, we explore three areas for chiropractors to focus on to leave the current foolishness behind and create “the best of times” for DCs and their patients.