A Message to the Palmer Community Regarding Healthcare Legislation

Palmer College of Chiropractic believes that the current health reform initiative is crucial to the future of chiropractic and the patients we serve. We are doing everything possible to ensure that chiropractic care is appropriately integrated into any plans being developed by Congress. To that end, we would like to introduce the Palmer Center for Chiropractic Health Policy, led by Vice Chancellor for Research and Health Policy Christine Goertz, D.C., Ph.D.

Upper Cervical Club Dunks Dr. Shreeve

The opportunity to cool off on a typically hot day in June on the Florida Campus was a welcomed relief for instructor Michael Shreeve, D.C. Dr. Shreeve (pictured) was more than happy to assist with the Upper Cervical Club’s fundraiser, Can You Dunk Dr. Shreeve?

Florida Campus Students Help Build Communities, Strengthen Lives through Family Promise ®

Under the leadership of Emily Delker, nearly a dozen Florida Campus students volunteered their time and energy to help prepare a home in New Smyrna Beach, Fla., to house homeless children and their families.

Palmer Homecoming: One You Don't Want to Miss!

Palmer Homecoming, Aug. 13-15, features keynote speakers Bob Harper, Jeffrey Zaslow and Dr. Louis Sportelli, plus up to 23 CE credits and “Extraordinary Stories from the Field.”

Chiropractic Alumni Survey for 2002, 2004 and 2006 Graduates

Palmer graduates (and graduates from most chiropractic colleges) from the years 2002, 2004 and 2006 are invited to participate in a survey of recent chiropractic college graduates regarding preparedness for and satisfaction with chiropractic practice.

Trustee Dr. William Morgan Presents Papers at Walter Reed Army Medical Center

Palmer Board of Trustees member William Morgan, D.C., West ’85, was invited to participate in Walter Reed Army Medical Center’s National Capital Region Quality Improvement and Case Report Poster Competition on April 2.

Save the Dates for West Campus Homecoming 2009 in October

New Business Card Ordering Procedure

Business cards can now be printed in the Print Center, and the ordering process has changed slightly. Additional quantity choices at new lower costs are available.

PCCR Celebrates Research During Open House

The Palmer Center for Chiropractic Research (PCCR) in the William and Jo Harris Building on the Davenport Campus opened its doors for a Research Day on May 29, to invite the Palmer community to learn more about research.

Palmer Chancellor Selection Process Update

Palmer College of Chiropractic is in the process of conducting a search for a new chancellor. In early April, the College selected Diversified Search, a Philadelphia-based executive search firm, to assist us in this important process.

Palmer Makes Strong Showing at FICS Symposium, WFC Congress

In addition to its role as one of the primary sponsors, Palmer College had a strong presence and active participation in the 2009 FICS (International Federation of Sports Chiropractic) Symposium, held in conjunction with the World Federation of Chiropractic’s (WFC) 10th Biennial Congress on April 29, at the Hilton Bonaventure Hotel in Montreal, Canada.

Dr. Christine Goertz Authors Column in Dynamic Chiropractic on Health Care Reform

Palmer’s Vice Chancellor for Research and Health Policy Christine Goertz, D.C., Ph.D., wrote a column published in the May 6, 2009, issue of Dynamic Chiropractic titled “Some Things Never Change.”

CBS’ “Early Show” Airs Favorable Report on Chiropractic

On April 8, CBS aired a health segment on the “Early Show” about a Consumer Reports survey related to back pain.

Early Alert Response System Provides Mechanism for Reporting and Responding to Student Issues

Palmer College has developed a new program called the Early Alert Response System (EARS), which is designed to positively impact the student’s experience by identifying challenges early and before they become a hindrance.

A Diplomate Designed for the Economy

Recognizing the economic challenges that may exist in earning a specialty diplomate, Palmer College’s Continuing Education Department wants to help with solutions for our doctors in the field to continue lifelong learning endeavors.

Swine Flu Information from Palmer College

In response to concerns about the H1N1 virus, widely known as swine flu, Palmer College of Chiropractic is monitoring the situation and providing answers to frequently asked questions about the illness, based on information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Scott County Health Department.

Vital Information on Medicare Documentation

Medicare is the largest purchaser of managed care and the largest health payer in the country.

Thirteenth Class Graduates from Palmer College's Florida Campus

Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida Campus, Port Orange, graduated its thirteenth class at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 19, at the News-Journal Center in Daytona Beach.

City of Port Orange conducts Emergency Preparedness Training for Florida Campus

With hurricane season about to begin, officials from the City of Port Orange presented an Emergency Preparedness Training program on June 3 on the Florida Campus.

Drs. He and Dishman Receive Haldeman Award

Co-authors Shawn He, M.D., and Veronica Dishman, Ph.D., of Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Florida Campus, received the prestigious Scott Haldeman Award at the 10th Biennial Congress of the World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) held in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, April 30 – May 2.

Florida Campus Active in Community

Members of the Florida Campus community have been reaching out to residents of the Port Orange area recently through a number of different activities.

Davenport Campus Staff and Faculty: Dr. Kern’s Health Challenge

The College’s latest and greatest health and wellness initiative will hold orientation meetings on Monday, July 13. A representative of each six-member team must attend the orientation.

New Hours for Davenport Campus Bookstore and Reduced Hours for Library

Free Bus Rides for Davenport Students and Employees

Beginning June 1, Palmer’s Davenport Campus students, faculty and staff may present their Palmer photo ID to any CitiBus or Metro bus driver and ride the bus for free.

Alumni: Celebrating a Milestone Reunion Year? Watch the Bix from the Palmer Skywalk!

The Palmer Bix Skywalk Party on Saturday, July 25, will bring together Palmer alumni who are celebrating milestone reunion years in 2009, and who will be in the Quad Cities for the Bix weekend.

Palmer Chiropractic Technologist Program Meets Iowa Board of Chiropractic Requirements

Palmer College of Chiropractic’s Department of Undergraduate Studies announces that the Associate of Science in Chiropractic Technology (ASCT) degree program has been recognized as meeting new Iowa physiotherapy legislative requirements. Per the Iowa Board of Chiropractic state requirement 645-43.12(2), effective July 1, 2009, chiropractic assistants are required to show proof of completion of requirements in training of active and passive physiotherapy.

West Campus Graduates Nine New Doctors at Spring ’09 Commencement

Nine graduates received their Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) degrees at Palmer College of Chiropractic’s West Campus Spring Quarter 2009 commencement on June 12 in the theater of the Santa Clara Convention Center.

West Campus Donates Change to Help Change Lives of CAP Patients

A little change can go a long way, especially when the “change” is coins donated by members of the West Campus community for distribution to impoverished communities visited by members of the Palmer Clinic Abroad Program (CAP).

Save the Dates for West Campus Homecoming 2009 in October

Relicensure Series at Palmer's West Campus

Palmer's West Campus is offering relicensure series' starting in May.