2021 Fall Convention

The UVCA 2021 Fall Convention will take place from October 8 - 10, 2021 at Sheraton Virginia Beach Oceanfront Hotel, Virginia Beach.

The convention will afford you the opportunity to reunite with your Chiropractic colleagues and friends, relax with your family, learn new skills and explore the Exhibit hall for clinical and business resources helpful to your practice, staff and patients.

CA Program

DC CA Overview

Exhibitor Registration

Convention Speakers

Christopher M. Proulx, DC, PhD(abd), ATC, CSCS

Christine Foss, MD, DC, MS.Ed, ATC, DACBSP, ICSC

Brandy Brimhall, CPC, CPCO, CCCPC, CMCO, CPMA

Lisa Maciejewski-West, CMC, CMCA-EM, CMOM, CMIS, CPCO

Click on each session below to learn more about their program:

"Experience, Not Things" by Nathan Unruh, DC

Experiences. Not Things

Friday - 2:30 - 5:30 PM

Speaker:
Nathan Unruh - DC
SPONSORED BY SIDECAR.

Dr. Nathan Unruh is the Chief Experience Officer at SIDECAR, home of the world’s leading chiropractic business training systems: Overdrive. He is also the Director of Chiropractic at Envive, a successful multi-location chiropractic business, where he and his team serve thousands of patients every month. Dr. Unruh has been inspiring and educating chiropractic business owners for over 15 years. His methods of creating chiropractic affluence have helped hundreds of doctors build thriving practices and balanced lives. He is the author of three books: Digit, Strike It! and Chrome, and is a sought-after public speaker. He was mentored by and worked closely with Dr. Frank Sovinsky, coach, consultant, speaker and co-author of The E-Myth Chiropractor: Why Most Chiropractic Practices Don’t Work and What to do About It. Dr. Sovinsky was committed to transforming the way chiropractors grow their practices in this new and challenging health care market. His passion for chiropractic, genius for understanding human behavior and his business acumen are the foundation for Sidecars’ patient-centered practice model.

Summary

For DCs and CAs. Now more than ever, chiropractors, like nearly every other segment of the economy, are in the experience business. After all, what is more human than healing touch? What is more life enriching than the experience of feeling better? Dr. Nathan Unruh describes how the chiropractic profession is well-positioned to thrive in what’s called the “Experience Economy”. We operate in a highly competitive health care marketplace, with lowered reimbursements, higher levels of risk, and an aging population. Differentiate yourself through experiences. That is where you will thrive. It is about experiences. Not things.

“Integrating Radial Pressure Wave Therapy into Clinical Practice" by Christopher M. Proulx, DC, PhD(abd), ATC, CSCS

Integrating Radial Pressure Wave Therapy into Clinical Practice

Friday - 2:30 - 5:30 PM

Speaker:
Christopher M. Proulx - DC, PhD(abd), ATC, CSCS
SPONSORED BY HF HILL & ASSOCIATES.

Dr. Proulx is in the Chattanooga division at DJO, LLC. He is also in private practice and consults as a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist and performance coordinator for individuals and athletic teams. He is a guest lecturer/researcher at numerous colleges and universities. He holds a Doctor of Chiropractic degree, PhD(abd) in Exercise Science, Master of Science in Exercise Science, and a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management and Health Fitness. Chris has over 25 years of experience in sport and clinical sciences. He has authored and co-authored several peer reviewed publications and has presented his work across the U.S., Central and South America, China, and Europe in many different venues. He has been a consultant to several manufacturers, clinicians, athletes, and coaches at all levels. Proulx is a licensed chiropractor, certified athletic trainer, and certified strength and conditioning specialist.

Summary

For DCs. Learn how chiropractic offices can integrate Radial Pressure Wave Therapy (RPW) into clinical practice to improve efficiency, outcomes and revenue. This class will provide an overview of effects and clinical application of Radial Pressure Wave therapy while considering its implications to clinical practice. It will discuss the potential benefits to chiropractic practice and how patient outcomes have a positive impact on procedures and revenue.

Keynote “33 Reasons Why Chiropractic is so Relevant Today" by David Fletcher, DC, FRCCSS (C)

33 Reasons Why Chiropractic is So Relevant Today

Saturday - 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM

Speaker:
David Fletcher - DC, FRCCSS (C)
SPONSORED BY CLA.

Dr. David Fletcher is the president and CEO of Chiropractic Leadership Alliance (CLA). Dr. Fletcher owned and managed one of Canada’s leading practices for over 25 years, where he and his associates had a thriving, cash-based family practice that served hundreds of patients weekly. Based in Toronto, he is a compelling presenter who educates doctors on efficient and profitable practice models. Dr. Fletcher is a sought-after speaker, author and coach who has assisted hundreds of doctors around the globe to build stronger, more sustainable practices. As the owner of CLA, David oversees the company’s clinical, technological and practice development strategies while mapping a future vision for CLA and the chiropractic profession.

Summary

For DCs & CAs. Why are certain sectors within the profession seeing massive growth in the midst of a pandemic? The answer lies within the 33 Principles, put forward to help define the premise of chiropractic as a distinct healing art and profession. From its bold and assertive beginnings, chiropractic is now taking its necessary position as a leader in family health and wellness.

“The NeuroAge is Calling: Creating the Critical Shift Spine-First to Nerve-First Practice” by David Fletcher, DC, FRCCSS (C)

“Treating Neck Pain: It Doesn’t Have to be a Pain in the Neck” by Louis Crivelli, DC

“Radiological Technician Ltd.” Training (Intro to RT for all CAs PLUS Start of full certification program for those registrants) by Rich Reinhold, DC

“Coding, Compliance & Documentation” by Kevin Sharp, DC

“Humans in Motion: Factors of Age in the Diagnosis & Assessment of the Athlete” by Christine Foss, DC

“Slay the Dragons of Billing” by Nathan Unruh, DC

“Fundamentals of the Revenue Cycle System” by Brandy Brimhall, CPC

“Financial Policies for Compliance & Profitability” by Kevin Sharp, DC

“Outliers; Hidden Causes of Discogenic Pain” by Christine Foss, DC

“Using Technology to Increase Practice Efficiency” by Lisa Maciejewski-West, CMC

“Medicare Compliance: How Hard Can 3 Codes be?!” by Lisa Maciejewski-West, CMC (ONLINE/ON-DEMAND

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