Financial pressure, enrollment declines and institutional challenges are emerging at several U.S. chiropractic colleges. Life Chiropractic College West's and Life University's struggles may be the most talked about but appear to be part of a larger story. And with recent USDE requirements threatening to hamstring federal student financing for DC degree programs, chiropractic education is facing questions for which it has no immediate answers.
| Digital ExclusivePerry M. Bard, DC
Dr. Perry Bard, a 1986 graduate of Life Chiropractic College, has treated members of the Professional Golfers Association, U.S. Tennis Association, Major League Baseball and U.S. Powerlifting Association. He is president of Health-1st New Patient Systems Marketing and Palm Beach Massage Centers, Inc. For questions or comments regarding this article, contact Dr. Bard at newpatientnow@aol.com.