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Learn effective patient retention to ensure long-term success

Student DC March 20, 2019

If you’re new to the field of chiropractic””whether as a student, a recent graduate, or a doctor in your first few years of practice””you probably haven’t figured out all of the ins and outs of practice success. That’s OK. It can take a little trial and error to master the right systems and build […]

Dealing with daily disruptions: Part 1

Student DC March 20, 2019

Disruptions in your schedule can be difficult to deal with. Learn now to deal with the unscheduled walk-in, canceled or changed appointments, habitual no-show or changed appointments, chronic lateness, emergency appointments, and challenging schedules. When a patient cancels their appointment or changes to another time, all effort should be made to meet the need for care. These missed or rescheduled appointments should be recorded in their personal file. Patient response to care can be hindered if the treatment plan is not followed.

Vitalism vs. mechanism: A fresh view

Student DC March 20, 2019

In my 50 years of practice, I’ve seen many a professional movement come and go. The argument that’s currently causing a stir in chiropractic circles is the question of “vitalism” versus “mechanism.” This debate has also been referred to as the “straights” versus the “mixers,” but it is basically the same quarrel. You can be sure that as your career progresses, you will hear these ideas pop up again and again, but with new and trendier names.

Keep the fire burning

Student DC March 20, 2019

Congratulations, doctor. You have passed your boards, opened your office, and are finally fulfilling your passion to help the public stay healthier through chiropractic care. But first, a word of warning: Passion can become its own entrapment. It helps if we listen to our family or close friends. Often, they will let us know when we need to be protected from our own wrong choices.

Build your brand with social media

Student DC March 20, 2019

One of the most common questions students ask as they begin their career is, “How can I start building my audience and brand before or right after I graduate?”

5 questions every DC should ask for self-reflection

Student DC March 20, 2019

Spending time in self-reflection is an essential part of understanding your role in the lives of others. What often distinguishes busy, thriving chiropractors from those who are merely surviving is that successful chiropractors tend to ask better questions. When these chiropractors do spend time in self-reflection, they get better answers. And having solid answers to the following five questions can bring clarity, focus and a sense of peace

An associateship can be a great way to jump-start your career.

Student DC March 20, 2019

Given the increasing cost of tuition at chiropractic schools, launching a solo practice straight after graduation can be a financial burden for the new DC. Instead, getting an associateship can be a viable option. The new grad can gain valuable experience while still managing to earn a small income. New DCs often have an unrealistic opinion of what they can offer an employer. Enter any associateship with an open mind and remember that your employer has valuable experience that you can learn from.

Five lessons from five years in practice

Student DC March 20, 2019

As most doctors of chiropractic know, the fifth year in practice is a big one. It is the year you either start to see yourself as part of the profession or you prepare to move on to another. As I reflect on my first five years in practice, I’ve thought of several lessons I wish I had learned earlier. Here are five key practices that a new doc should know right out of school.

Getting hired

Student DC March 20, 2019

Congratulations! You have labored and studied all these years and now you are about to receive your chiropractic diploma. Soon you will be a full-fledged chiropractor ready to open your office to throngs of patients waiting to see you. Life will soon be good and easier, right? Well, it might not happen quite as easy […]

Don’t spend what you don’t have

Student DC March 20, 2019

Â Picture this: A stranger walks up to you and asks you to lend him $50,000. He has no job and therefore no income.Â And he is in debt for $150,000 (or more). Even if you had the money, would you lend it to him? Of course not! You’d be crazy to lend anyone $50,000, especially […]

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