It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of beloved alumnus Dr. James Cox, 86, on Sunday, March 2, 2025. Dr. Cox graduated as valedictorian from National College of Chiropractic (NCC), now National University of Health Sciences (NUHS), in 1963. Dr. Cox was also a Fellow of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology and Honorary Fellow of the International College of Chiropractors and the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists. In 2000, he was awarded the Honorary Doctor of Letters from National University.

Dr. Cox was famous for inventing the Cox® Flexion-Distraction and Decompression Adjustment Manipulation Instrument, called THE COX® TABLE. He owned a successful private practice, Cox Chiropractic Medicine Inc., where he directed the Fort Wayne Chiropractic Radiological Center and consulted with physicians on patient cases. Dr. Cox was an accomplished doctor, developer, author, lecturer and researcher. He was known for his undeniable passion for science and his uplifting attitude.

“Dr. Cox will be remembered as a leader, innovator and ground-breaking inventor in the field of chiropractic medicine, having developed the Cox® Technic system of spinal pain management,” said NUHS President Joseph Stiefel, MS, EdD., DC. “The legacy he has left the field of chiropractic medicine is invaluable.”

“Dr. Cox is a beloved alumnus,” said Tracy McHugh, Vice President for Administrative Services. “His devotion to students and NUHS remained strong and inspirational throughout the years, and the presentations in which he shared his insight and expertise with students is unequalled. He will be greatly missed.”

The family will receive friends on Friday, March 14, 2025, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Divine Mercy Funeral Home. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 15, 2025, at 11 a.m. at St. Vincent DePaul Catholic Church.

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