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NUHS to Provide Chiropractic Care for Bay Pines VA Healthcare System
Monday, November 25, 2013National University of Health Sciences recently signed an agreement to bring chiropractic care to Veterans at the Bay Pines VA Healthcare System, located just north of St. Petersburg, Florida. NUHS will hire a full-time chiropractic physician who, along with student interns, will work at Bay Pines as part of its Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department.
NUHS Receives $406K Grant from Foot Levelers, Inc. for Research on Chronic Low Back Pain
Wednesday, October 09, 2013National University has received a $406K grant from Foot Levelers, Inc. to conduct a three-year study on the use of shoe orthotics for the treatment of chronic low back pain. The university will begin enrolling 225 volunteer subjects who have chronic low back pain in this new, randomized controlled clinical trial in March of 2014.
University Urges Springfield: Bring Naturopathic Medicine to Illinois
Friday, October 04, 2013In September 2013, the United States Senate unanimously passed a resolution recognizing October 7-11 as “Naturopathic Medicine Week.” In recognition of this milestone, NUHS is urging Illinois residents to call their state senators and representatives to support SB 1168 and HB 3645, which grant naturopathic physicians the right to practice as primary care doctors in Illinois.
Campus Happenings
NUHS Turkey Bowl: A New Tradition Evolves!
Wednesday, December 04, 2013This year marked the fifth annual “Turkey Bowl” at National University in Florida. It is perhaps the most anticipated and celebrated tradition among NUHS Florida faculty and students, and is a popular family event.
Naturopathic Conference Honors President Emeritus James Winterstein and Dr. Fraser Smith
Wednesday, November 20, 2013The Illinois Association of Naturopathic Physicians (ILANP) held a successful first conference at National University, and presented awards to both Dr. James Winterstein and Dr. Fraser Smith for their contributions to the naturopathic profession.
Illinois NDs to Hold First State Conference at NUHS
Tuesday, November 05, 2013The Illinois Association of Naturopathic Physicians will hold its very first conference at National University, November 16th and 17th. The theme of the conference is "Integrative Approaches to Metabolic Disorders." Students, member and non-member physicians are invited to register.
Health and Clinic News
NUHS Pitches in at 2013 Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure in Tampa
Tuesday, November 12, 2013NUHS clinicians and interns volunteered in the medical tent at the 2013 Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walk for the Cure in Tampa.The walk spanned a 60-mile route through several Tampa Bay communities, and the team had a total of 259 patient visits, including walkers, crew, volunteers and general staff.
NUHS Offers Chance to Try Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Free, Oct. 24-31
Monday, October 14, 2013October 24th is Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Day. To celebrate, National University of Health Sciences is offering free oriental medical consultations to new patients at the NUHS Whole Health Center in Lombard from October 24-31 by appointment.
NUHS Encourages Everyone to “Get Vertical” In October
Tuesday, October 01, 2013October is National Chiropractic Health Month. National University and chiropractic physicians across the country are promoting the theme, “Get Vertical." Protect your health and joint mobility by standing or moving more each day.
Alumni News
Dr. Kurt Olding and Mr. Don Wisner Donate Cox8 Table to NUHS
Monday, December 02, 2013Dr. Kurt Olding and Mr. Don Wisner recently donated a new Cox8 Table to National University of Health Sciences. Dr. Olding is a 1984 DC graduate of National, and Mr. Wisner is the president of Haven Innovation, Inc., the manufacturer of the Cox8 Table, engineered in partnership with Dr. James Cox.
DC Grad Brings Hope to Those with Autism
Thursday, September 05, 2013Dr. Janet Lintala ('94) brings a multi-faceted approach to patients with autism, helping to restore function and reduce symptoms that accompany this diagnosis. In this video, hear why she believes chiropractic medicine is uniquely suited for helping autism patients.
MT Grad Success Story: Caitlin Spencer
Wednesday, July 03, 2013Caitlin Spencer enjoys a rewarding career in massage therapy, and brings her experience to community service outreach. Her training at National University provides her the expert skills she uses every day in a busy commercial massage center.
Faculty Achievements
Chiropractic Medicine Building Strong Roots in Brazil
Tuesday, December 10, 2013Dr. Gregory Cramer, dean of research at NUHS, spoke at the fourth annual International Seminar of Chiropractic at University Feevale in Brazil This university is one of two offering chiropractic education in Brazil, where DCs are now working toward government recognition.
NUHS Faculty at International Congress for Clinicians in Complementary and Integrative Medicine
Thursday, November 14, 2013NUHS was well represented at the International Congress for Clinicians in Complementary and Integrative Medicine held at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago. Both Dr. Fraser Smith and Dr. Chris Arick offered presentations.
Two NUHS Faculty Launch Chiropractic Technique “V-Book”
Wednesday, November 06, 2013Dr. Terry Elder and Dr. Kevin Curtin released an innovative electronic textbook on October 22, titled: “Advanced Manipulation: Theory & Technique.” The landmark V-Book ™ series contains five volumes and over three and half hours of video instruction and sequential learning in chiropractic technique.
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