Chiropreneurs: 5 business and marketing blogs you need to follow
January 31, 2017
The competition is stiff for today’s chiropractic businesses.However, the right marketing can give you a critical inside edge. Wondering where to begin when it comes to sourcing the best business tips and marketing advice? These five blogs are packed with useful information for chiropractic practices looking to get ahead in today's crowded field. By staying up on the latest practice-building marketing and business strategies, you can keep your chiropractic practice afloat.
Northwestern, Concordia announce partnership
January 30, 2017
Northwestern Health Sciences University and Concordia University St. Paul today announced a partnership that allows chiropractic students at Northwestern to earn a Master of Exercise Science Degree from Concordia in half the time. The agreement provides Northwestern’s Doctor of Chiropractic students credit for courses they already are taking at Northwestern and allows those courses to count toward the additional degree at Concordia.
How to recognize and repair staff morale problems
January 30, 2017
Chiro Biz Quiz | Is your practice not performing as well as it should be? Are your patients leaving and not coming back? Do you get the feeling your staff is looking at the clock, counting the minutes until they can dash out the door? Your practice may be suffering from a common problem: poor employee morale. It is vital that you know how to recognize low morale and what to do if you spot it.
What makes an optimized patient self-check in system?
January 30, 2017
Your practice can save administrative time and resources by creating self check-in stations for patients. Using an iPad, tablet, or computer, you can install an app that interfaces with your EHR system to directly send the check-in information to your patients' records. This saves time and office resources for other tasks, so it may be worth the initial investment depending on the needs of your practice. Find out how to create your own self check-in for patients.
Effective niche marketing is a proven road to success
January 27, 2017
Marketing Matters | Niche marketing offers you a fantastic opportunity to step up your game. If you can figure out what people are looking for in healthcare (that no one else is providing in your area) and capitalize on that available market, chances are you’ll be able to find an opportunity for practice growth. Finding and mastering a distinctive service that caters to a niche market is a common path to chiropractic success.
Enter to win a cool $1000 and make your mark on chiropractic history
January 27, 2017
Foot Levelers started off its 65th year of business with a bang by introducing the revolutionary Foot Levelers Kiosk. Now, we’re enlisting the help of our community to help with naming their new arrival. The winning entry will receive $1,000! The Kiosk is the ideal digital assistant for the busy chiropractor’s waiting room and/or exam room. Dozens of Kiosks have already been sold, with doctors lining up to be the first to experience this cutting-edge, self-service scanning technology.
Help your patients with a detox program that works
January 26, 2017
Wellness Approach | As a chiropractor, you understand the importance of taking a holistic approach to health. You also recognize that, to achieve optimal wellness, a patient must address the five pillars of health: proper mental attitude, proper exercise, proper nutrition, proper rest, and a properly functioning nervous system. Detoxification is one proven method for making the body cleaner by eliminating toxins from the body.
National University names Christopher Arick assistant dean of chiropractic medicine
January 26, 2017
Christopher Arick, DC, MS, has been appointed as the Assistant Dean of the Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine program at National University of Health Sciences. In this role, he will oversee the various academic elements of the chiropractic medicine program, including curriculum development and evaluation along with interactive learning between the Florida and Illinois sites. He will maintain close relationships with other university programs as well as local, state and national organizations. In addition, he will play an integral role with the university's accreditation efforts.
Why cat’s claw is so intriguing
January 26, 2017
Approximately 68 percent of American adults take dietary supplements, according to a 2015 survey conducted by the Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN).One of the most popular supplements is cat’s claw, which was ranked seventh in U.S. sales in 1997. This woody vine can be found in the Amazon rainforest as well as in other locations in South and Central America and has been used for centuries for a number of health issues, from arthritis and inflammation to dysentery and fevers.
Fresh design ideas for attracting new chiropractic patients
January 25, 2017
Practice Central | Attracting new chiropractic patients is essential to the success of your practice. Keeping your new-prospect funnel full, signing patients up for care, and retaining them as lifelong clients are goals for any chiropractor. And there are myriad books and articles that explain how to do exactly that. Most of what can be found includes marketing techniques, social media, website design, and referral generation. But have you thought about your office?
Dana Goodrich Deane Scholarship awarded to SCU students
January 25, 2017
SCU is thrilled to announce that Martha Makonen and Dylan Hernandez are the first recipients of the Dana Goodrich Deane Memorial Scholarship. After a competitive review process, these students were chosen for their passion, academic records, dedication to their communities, and drive to make an impact on the world through patient-centered integrative healthcare practice. The Dana Goodrich Dean Scholarship is part of a generous $1.7 million endowment established by The Goodrich Deane family.
Working out? Don’t bring your cellphone
January 25, 2017
Talking or texting on your cell phone may spell trouble during exercise, researchers say.In two studies, they found that talking or texting on a cell phone during a workout lowers the intensity of your exercise session. More importantly, the study team noted that cell phone use affects balance, which can increase the risk of injuries. Specifically, texting on a cell phone reduced postural stability by 45 percent. Even talking on a cell phone reduced postural stability by 19 percent.
