The Chiro Compass

#016 On this episode we get to chat with Dr. Amy Kolman, one of the new owners of the Gonstead Seminar. Welcome back to another episode of the Chiro Compass Podcast where our goal is to help prepare students and new graduates for the real world of chiropractic practice. On this episode we talk to Dr. Amy Kolman about her journey from school all the way up to carrying the torch as a leader in the Gonstead system. Dr. Amy can be reached at: kolmanfamilychiro@gmail.com Visit her website at: www.kolmanfamilychiropractic.com And register for the upcoming seminar at: www.gonsteadseminar.com As always - please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes And please share this with your classmates so we can help more new chiropractors be more successful more quickly. –Thanks for listening!

#015 On this episode we hear from Dr. Nic Mueller from The Bridge Chiropractic in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Welcome back to another episode of the Chiro Compass Podcast where our goal is to help prepare students and new graduates for the real world of chiropractic practice. On this episode we go back to hearing from a younger doc who just started in solo practice. We’ll talk about marketing and business networking groups and some of the other challenges he’s facing as a new solo practitioner. Hopefully this gives you some insight into what it’s like to start a solo practice right out of school. Be sure to follow him on Instagram at: @Thebridgechiro Visit his website at thebridgechiro.com Or you can email him at hello@thebridgechiro.com As always - please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes And please share this with your classmates so we can help more new chiropractors be more successful more quickly. –Thanks for listening!

#014 On this episode we get passionate about chiropractic with Dr. Rich Benjamin. Welcome to another episode of the Chiro Compass Podcast where our goal is to help prepare students and new graduates for the real world of chiropractic practice. It's been over a year since we've uploaded a podcast - apologies for the hiatus - maybe I'll explain that in another episode. But on today’s episode we talk with Dr. Rich Benjamin. Those of you who that know Dr. Rich know that he doesn't mince words. So, strap in and hold on! Remember, you can reach Dr. Rich at his office at: (803) 547-9977, Or his email is gonsteaddoc@gmail.com As always - please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes And please consider sharing this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible –Thanks for listening!

#013 On this episode we go back to Europe to chat with Italian chiropractor, Federico DeFazio Hey guys, welcome to another episode of the Chiro Compass Podcast where our goal is to help prepare students and new graduates for the real world of chiropractic practice. On today’s episode we talk with Federico DeFazio. We’ll hear about his experience in chiropractic school in the UK and his experience setting up a practice in his home country of Italy. Remember, you can follow him on Instagram at: Dr.defazio Defazio.chiropratica As always - please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes And please consider sharing this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible –Thanks for listening!

#012 On this episode we get an overview of pediatrics and pregnancy with Dr. Brittany Sedar. Well welcome back everybody to the Chiro Compass Podcast where our goal is to help prepare students and new graduates for the real world of chiropractic practice. Apologies for the gap since the last episode. Going through a bit of a change with my office hours. But I guess that’s one of the challenges of doing a podcast while practicing full time. Anyway, today we’ll be talking with Dr. Brittany Sedar from Lawlor Family Chiropractic We’re going to get an overview of what it’s like seeing kids and pregnant moms in practice. Obviously this is a very lengthy topic, but out of respect for Dr. Brittany’s time, we’re just going to hit the highlights here. Dr. Brittany can be reached at: bsedar@lawlorfamilychiropractic.com and information about the Troxell intern program can be found at: Troxellinternprogram .com As always - please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes And please consider sharing this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible –Thanks for listening!

#011 Today we’ll be talking with Dr. Dan Bai, Founder of Close for Chiro Dr. Dan graduated from Life University in 2001 and now practices in the Chicago area. On this episode, we’ll hear about why he started in chiropractic school, how he secured his first job out of chiropractic school, and his best advice for students and new graduates. To reach Dr. Dan, or to find out about his Masterclass, he can be reached at: www.closeforchiro.com And as always, for more info about us at the chiro compass visit: chirocompass.com Please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes. And finally, please share this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible. –Thanks for listening!

#010 On this episode we talk with recent graduate and founder of the Gonstead Global Mentorship Program, Dr. Mikey Provost Dr. Mikey recently graduated from Life University and now works as an associate in a practice in Hawaii. She also started the Gonstead Global Mentorship Program which pairs students with doctors in the field to help bridge the gap between school and practice. **Resources mentioned in the podcast: drmikeyprovost@gmail.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/gonsteadmentorship And as always, for more info about us at the chiro compass visit: chirocompass.com Please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes. And finally, please share this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible. –Thanks for listening!

#009 On this episode we talk with chiropractor and functional neurology practitioner, Dr. Amanda Smith. She’ll share with us her journey from athlete to chiropractic student to pursuing her diplomate in functional neurology. Admittedly, I know very little about functional neurology, so thanks in advance to Dr. Amanda for putting up with my questions and for helping us understand functional neurology a bit more. **Resources mentioned in the podcast: Book: Everyone communicates, few connect – John Maxwell Podcasts: the gate guys, talk neuro to me, ben greenfield FB, IG: Healthybrainnow office@healthybrainnow.com And as always, for more info about us at the chiro compass visit: chirocompass.com Please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes. And finally, please share this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible. –Thanks for listening!

#008 On this episode we talk with Gonstead practitioner from NY, Dr. Jose Cortes. Dr. Jose graduated from Life University about 20 years ago and has been practicing in New York ever since. Let's hear what it’s like to practice in NY and to see how he handled the Covid crisis there. If you want to reach out to him, you can reach him at drjoselcortes@gmail.com drjosecortes.com IG: dr.josel.cortes And as always, for more info about us at the chiro compass visit: chirocompass.com Please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes. And finally, please share this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible. –Thanks for listening!

#007 On this episode we talk with 2nd generation chiropractor Dr. Emily Plasker. Dr. Emily graduated from Life University in December of 2017. Like many chiropractic students these days, Dr. Emily is a 2nd generation chiropractor and continues the family tradition by practicing with her brother who specializes in functional neurology. Let’s hear what she has to say about marketing her practice (what didn’t work and what works now), as well as the areas in which school didn’t adequately prepare her and what you can do while still in school to be better prepared for practice. If you’d like to learn more about her practice, or if you have friends or family near Bend, Oregon and you’d like to refer them, go to: plaskerchiro .com Or check her out on facebook or Instagram: @Plaskerchiropracticbend And as always, for more info about us at the chiro compass visit: chirocompass.com Please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes. And finally, please share this with your classmates so we can help as many future chiropractors as possible. –Thanks for listening!

#006 On this episode we get the student’s point of view with soon-to-be doctor Angel Bruecker. Angel was the head intern for the Troxell Intern program which helps to train students in a clinical setting. As we get into this episode listen for her advice about the difference between having an ACTIVE mind and an OPEN mind. So let’s hear what advice Angel has for other students as they go through chiropractic school For more information about the Troxell Intern Program, you can go to: Troxellinternprogram .com And for more info about us at the chiro compass visit: chirocompass.com And finally, please subscribe so you don’t miss any future episodes And consider sharing this with your classmates so we can help the profession by helping as many future chiropractors as possible –Thanks for listening!

#005 On this episode we’re joined by my good friend, Dr. Michael Lanning Dr. Mike and I were classmates at Life University over 20 years ago. Back then he was always studying, attending technique clubs, and going to as many seminars as possible. After graduation, he took that same work ethic and grew a very successful practice in London. On this episode we'll hear the steps he took to build that successful practice. Dr. Mike's website is: www.thestjamesclinic.com You can find us at: www.chirocompass.com To join our facebook community go to: www.facebook.com and search for "the chiro compass"

#004 On this episode we’re joined by Dr. Sabrina Atkins from Orlando Sports Chiropractic Dr. Sabrina and I were in the same quarter at Life University many many years ago Since then she’s grown a highly successful practice and is the chiropractor for the Orlando Ballet and the Orlando Magic. And actually, a few weeks after we recorded this episode, she was chosen to be the official chiropractor for the NBA bubble in Orlando during the Covid shutdown of 2020. Dr. Sabrina's clinic website is: www.orlandosportschiropractic.com You can find us at: www.chirocompass.com To join our facebook community go to: www.facebook.com and search for "the chiro compass"

#003 On this episode, we get to chat with Dr. Brittney McGetrick from Nashville, TN. Dr. Brittney graduated from Southern California University of Health Sciences and started in solo practice just over a year ago. Some of the things we’ll discuss are: The importance of marketing to a specific niche, her rationale for deciding to open a solo practice vs. starting as an associate, and connecting with the fitness industry in her community. Dr. Brittney’s Instagram handle is: dr.brittneymcgetrick And her clinic website is: www.evergreenchironash.com You can find us at: www.chirocompass.com To join our facebook community go to: www.facebook.com and search for "the chiro compass"

#001 In this FIRST episode of the CHIRO COMPASS podcast Dr. Norm Dabalos is going to tell you about our mission and vision. It's a brief introduction to what's in store: interviews we have lined up, and our plans for the future. Our mission is to help prepare chiropractic students and new graduates for the real world of chiropractic practice. For more info, you can find us at: www.chirocompass.com To join our facebook community go to: www.facebook.com and search for "the chiro compass"

#002 Today we talk with Dr. Brennon Kelly from Lafayette, Louisiana. Dr. Brennon graduated from Life University in 2017, so as of this recording he’s been in practice for almost 3 years. He’s going to share with us his experiences in: opening a practice in your hometown, marketing with lunchtime lectures, running a cash up front practice, and the importance of managing your cash He also quizzes me on the difference between being an associate, an independent contractor, or taking the plunge So here we go with Dr. Brennon Kelly! For more info on Dr. Brennon, visit: www.riseadiana.com You can find us at: www.chirocompass.com To join our facebook community go to: www.facebook.com and search for "the chiro compass"