A publication from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College for alumni, members and friends cmcc.ca

Winter 2016

Leading the wayforward

Working with NOSM

Rewarding collaboration

Emergency care done right

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From the Chair

"Competition has been shown to be useful up to a certain point and no further, but cooperation, which is the thing we must strive for today, begins where competition leaves off."

Franklin D. Roosevelt As the newly elected Chair of CMCC’s Board of Governors I am honoured and humbled: honoured by the opportunity to serve in this role that has been filled by wonderful and gifted people; humbled in the presence of some of the giants of our profession who serve this great institution.

Many thanks to outgoing Board Members Dr. Mark Symchych, who served CMCC amiably and meticulously during his term as Chair and throughout his 10 years of service, and Dr. Arthur Ameis, who has been a Public Board Member for several years. And welcome to Dr. Noah Levine, who has joined the Board as its newest Public Member. I look forward to working with Noah and the current and returning individuals who make up our enthusiastic and dedicated Board of Governors.

As a Board Member, I have been treated to a wonderful view of the sparkling progress being made in every facet of life at CMCC. In this issue of Primary Contact you will read about some of the groundbreaking partnerships and collaborations that mark the growing significance of CMCC and chiropractic in the broader sphere of Canadian health care.

These are the kinds of developments that will lead to chiropractors fully contributing their skills, knowledge and dedication as valued partners within an integrated, evidence-informed health care model towards the best health outcomes for Canadians.

Members of CMCC are vital partners on this journey; your interest, input and encouragement are felt every day in the academic programs, research and patient care that supports CMCC’s Vision: an academic institution recognised for creating leaders in spinal health. Thank you for your ongoing support and cooperation.

Please enjoy the stories in this issue of Primary Contact.

David Gryfe, DC, FRCCSS(C)

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02 From the President

04 Alumni News

06 CMCC News

09 In the Community

10 Lindsey Rebeiro: A member of NOSM's Community Interprofessional Learning Program 14 Athlete recovery credited to excellent emergency response

16 CMCC Continuing Education 20 Donations 21 Passages

22 Rewarding collaborative care

24 Brad Ferguson launches C3 Series

26 Staying up to date with WFC

27 Year end honours

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From the President

"Individual commitment to a group effort—that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work."

Vince Lombardi

This issue of Primary Contact focuses on collaboration and interprofessional opportunities.

In my November 2014 inaugural address I spoke about forging new partnerships in academia, in research and in the clinical setting, and about how collaboration will be a key part of our institutional culture. Indeed, as CMCC embarks upon the development of its new strategic plan this year, collaboration will be one of our major themes in that plan. Long gone are the days in which the chiropractic profession could function in isolation. Our students now learn how to practice in a variety of clinical settings, ranging from

the traditional small chiropractic office to multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary clinics and hospital practices. They also share learning opportunities with students from other health care disciplines. In November, CMCC hosted on our campus an interprofessional training program attended by chiropractic, medical and naturopathic students.In fall 2014, CMCC signed an agreement with the University of Toronto’s primary health sciences faculties (Medicine, Kinesiology and Physical Education, and Pharmacy) that established the foundation for collaborations in research and education. Already CMCC has become a strategic partner in Scarborough Hospital’s upcoming

"If everyone is moving forward together, then success

takes care of itself. "

Henry Ford

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Centre for Integrative Medicine, along with the University of Toronto. Last August, CMCC began treating patients at the new Sumac Creek Health Centre, an extension of the academic Family Health Team from St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto.

CMCC will soon begin work on a multi-year clinical demonstration project that will involve researchers from CMCC and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology. We will be able to provide you with details on this exciting project in the next edition of Primary Contact. Our researchers are also designing a very large research proposal that will involve partners from three universities in Canada and the US,

several industries, and a global health care entity.

As you can see, CMCC is committed to forging partnerships in education, clinical care and research. I’m looking forward to sharing details with you about these and other collaborations in the months to come.

A quick note – just as we were going to press, CMCC received the great news that our accreditation to award the Doctor of Chiropractic degree was reaffirmed for the maximum seven years. We received a very positive report with numerous commendations. The next full accreditation review will occur in 2022.

With this issue Members will find our 2014-2015 Annual Report enclosed. The Annual Report offers an overview of our finances and highlights some of the exciting changes and accomplishments we have made over the past year.

2014-2015 annual report

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Deborah Kopansky-Giles named to faculty at St. Michael’s Hospital Congratulations to Dr. Kopansky-Giles (Class of ‘82), named as a Health Professional Educator Faculty Leader at the Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) at St. Michael’s Hospital (SMH).

Kopansky-Giles and Dr. Judith Peranson, a physician at SMH, will join the hospital’s DFCM Professional Development committee to help ensure Health Professional Educators' (HPE) needs are addressed in department-wide activities, as well as support more HPEs to apply for faculty status to increase their access to educational support and resources.

The first positions of this kind in Canada, the leads will also represent DFCM on the Health Professional Educators Network. "We are very excited to bring together a community of health professional educators into the DFCM at the University of Toronto and foresee excellent opportunities for educational collaboration, innovation and scholarship arising from the enhancement and strengthening of our faculty,” says Kopansky-Giles.

Dr. Kopansky-Giles has been working at St. Michael’s hospital in a chiropractic program coordinator and interprofessional education leadership role since 2004.

Healthy bodies, healthy planetCongratulations to CMCC clinician Dr. Jarrod Goldin (Class of ’96) and brothers, founders of Entomo Farms, an Ontario-based insect farm and winner of Startup Canada’s sustainable development award. The award recognises companies that exhibit excellence in their approach to the environment, ethics, community interaction and corporate social responsibility.

Goldin says the exposure offers validation of their business model and premise and brings with it an opportunity for networking and strategic alliances.

“A large portion of what we produce is cricket flour, an additive in specialty bakery items to increase their protein content.” The UN recognises insects as part of a potential solution to global resource issues and as one of the many ways to address food and feed security.

“We want to do our part and look forward to working with Farms for Orphans in the Dominican Republic,” says Goldin, “where we are looking to establish cricket farms.” Entomofarms.com

Alumni News

Darren, Ryan and Jarrod Goldin

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Three months in TanzaniaDr. Manpreet Kaur Singh (Class of’15) recently returned from three months in Global Peace Network's (GPN) Kanyama Dispensary in Magu, Tanzania, where she diagnosed, treated and managed a broad range of conditions.

“I set out on a mission to help others, only to discover that they made a huge difference in my life as a person, and as a chiropractor.

Everything I was taught in diagnosis class, I had the opportunity to see – from skin conditions, to eye diseases, to heart conditions – you name it. Patients who had been suffering from various conditions responded in a surprisingly fast and positive manner. One woman who had suffered a stroke was able to hold a bucket of water from the well to her home after a month and a half of treatment. Her regained ability to carry water after several years was life changing for her.

I woke up excited to know that by the time I reached the clinic, there would be patients of all ages waiting to see me. Each day was different and I was surprised at the number of patients that needed chiropractic care. I would definitely go back any chance I have. I thought it was difficult to say goodbye to my family in Canada, but I didn’t realize how hard it would be to say goodbye to my Tanzanian and Global Peace Network Family.”

Learn more about opportunities with GPN by contacting Dr. Brian Budgell at bbudgell@cmcc.ca

"I woke up excited to know that by the time I reached the clinic, there would be patients of all ages waiting to see me”

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CMCC NewsJay Triano receives CMCC’s Distinguished Service AwardCongratulations to Dr. Jay Triano, Professor, Graduate Education and Research Programs and Director, Partnerships and Research Commercialization, who received CMCC’s Distinguished Service Award in September. The award recognises outstanding service to CMCC by an individual who far exceeds the contributions of their position. Triano was recognised for increasingly responsible levels of management and multiple contributions to research, including his work on Force-Sensing Table Technology (FSTT™), which has been shown to raise the skill levels of students who have difficulty mastering manipulation skills (HEQCO report).

FSTT™ leads to improved outcomesCMCC has registered a filing for patent and trademark for the FSTTTM which was developed by

Dr. Jacobs (centre), with Dr. Stephen Perle, Chair of FICS Research Commission and Dr. Sheila Wilson, President of FICS

Dr. Triano, with Drs. David Starmer and Dominic Giuliano and technician Steven Tran. Students having difficulty developing manipulation skills, who use reflection time with FSTT™, have been seen to raise their skill levels with less than one hour of dedicated time in our simulation lab (HEQCO report).

Changes to the undergraduate curriculum to promote enhanced adjustment skills, in particular through the use of the FSTT™, are beginning to be reflected in improved outcomes at CMCC. The technology is of interest to other institutions, some of which have purchased the technology and will be integrating the use of the FSTT™ into their own programs.

Presidential Recognition AwardsTony Maiato, Director, Physical Facilities received a Presidential Recognition Award for his ability

to manage the transition from a manually-monitored HVAC (or heating, ventilating and air-conditioning) system to a computerised Building Automated System. Maiato also successfully balanced multiple institutional projects while maintaining a high level of service and support. He continues to do whatever is necessary on a 24/7 basis to maintain CMCC in a healthy and safe state.

Katherine Burke, Recruitment and Admissions Officer, received a Presidential Recognition Award for going above and beyond in ensuring students receive the support they need for success at CMCC and in their transition to life in Toronto.

The NDI ranked number two among the most influential publications in cervical spine researchThe Neck Disability Index: A Study of Reliability and Validity, published in the Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics and authored by Dr. Howard Vernon and Dr. Silvano Mior has been ranked #2 of 100 papers deemed most influential to cervical spine research, according to an analysis published online ahead of print in Spine. Read more about the NDI in the spring issue of Primary Contact.

Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College

Course components include: • Work Disability Prevention Paradigm• Work Disability Diagnosis • Stakeholders’ Systems• Coordination of Return to Work • Worksite Practicum

The program is offered as a combination of distance and on site sessions through the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College.

For complete detailsVisit: cmcc.ca/WDP Call: toll-free 1 800 463 2923 ext. 246 Email: gradstudies@cmcc.ca

Earn certification as a Return to Work expertCMCC Work Disability Prevention ProgramThis graduate level program is designed for chiropractors, social workers, kinesiologists and other registered health professionals by orthopaedic surgeon and work disability prevention pioneer, Dr. Patrick Loisel, Professor at CMCC and the University of Toronto.

“The program is fantastic for people who want to add to a practice scenario or move into occupational health and disability management, as I did several years ago. This course is the only one I know that is truly research based, and I wish that I had known about it when I moved into the field. Dr. Loisel is extremely knowledgeable and a gifted instructor. There is no downside to this. It’s a fantastic course and I’m looking forward to next year.”John Roberts, DC

Chiropractic Management of Lumbar Disc Protrusion/Herniation

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The College of Chiropractic Sciences hits 40Congratulations to the College of Chiropractic Sciences (CCS) on its 40 year anniversary. CCS held a celebration October 23 at CMCC with guest speakers Drs. Scott Haldeman, CSS President François Hains, and Paula Stern, Director of Graduate Studies, CMCC.

Dr. Howard Vernon (Class of ‘78), a CMCC Professor and author of the Neck Disability Index completed his fellowship in 1980 and recalls the early ideal of the College as one which would ensure a continued pool of academic leadership among chiropractors. “By 1976, the CCS was official, and that year, accepted five residents, the idea being that specialist education would help ensure a high calibre

of academic leadership in future,” says Vernon. “Drs. Ron Gitelman and Adrian Grice took over the leadership of the program, and in 1978, the first graduates sat for their fellowship exams. At that time,” says Vernon, “the philosophy of the College of Chiropractic Sciences was to develop Fellows who were chiropractic specialists, while at the same time maintained a general focus on chiropractic.” “In the 90s,” says Vernon, "new areas emerged – the CCS was created to reflect the growing relationship between chiropractic and sports — and two others — the College of Physical and Occupational Rehabilitation (with no residency) and the College of Chiropractic Orthopaedic Specialist (Canada)

which mirrored the American Orthopaedic Diplomate specialty. The purpose of the CCS fellowship also changed,” says Vernon. “While in the beginning the desire was to fulfill the need for academics at CMCC, over time an increased number of Fellows more than ensured those positions were filled and the emphasis moved to include research and academic leadership for the profession at large."

Today, while many of CMCC’s senior administrative positions are held by CCS Fellows, many can also be found in professional leadership positions within the United States, the United Kingdom and across Canada.

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In the Community Laura McPherson, Top 20 Under 40

Congratulations to Dr. Laura McPherson (Class of ‘10), co-owner of Bluebird Sport & Spine. McPherson was named one of five Top 20 Under 40 in Vernon, BC. Winners are selected based on their community involvement and business success and are considered to be among those who raise the profile of the Greater Vernon Area.

McPherson moved to Vernon two years ago with her business partner, Dr. Steve Hofmann (Class of ’13), for the lifestyle. “We are both from smaller towns and looked for a place where we could pursue the activities we love, like hiking and running. The lakes in Vernon are amazing and we have a fantastic ski hill on Silverstar Mountain.”

McPherson and Hofmann give back to the town through volunteering with local events such as the Dirty Feet Trail Race Series and the Kal Rats Triathlon and the Downtown Vernon Association events. “There are many opportunities to get involved in this community and it has been welcoming and open to us. We love it.”

McPherson has been working towards her international chiropractic paediatric certification and also works with athletes, weekend warriors and individuals with joint pain and uses a variety of treatments. Hofmann also sees athletes and non-athletes and takes a special interest in post-concussion rehabilitation. The clinic name comes from “a bluebird day” meaning a bright, sunny day following a snowfall. The two chose it as a positive reflection of the environment they like to create at their clinic.

“The move was a big risk,” says McPherson, but we both think it’s probably the best thing we’ve ever done.”

Community comes together for young racer

Your Health Wellness Centre in Oakville, Ontario hit their seven year anniversary in October. To celebrate this milestone, clinic founder and CMCC faculty member Dr. Carole Smith (Class of ’07), associate Dr. Leann Shrum (Class of ’12) and colleagues hosted a 2km/5km charity walk/run along the Avonhead Ridge Trail in support of a much loved young patient with a passion and talent for competitive go kart racing.

Jayden, age 11, is a patient of the clinic who suffers from health complications including cerebral palsy, autism, and hearing loss resulting in a cochlear implant.

Knowing the high cost of his medical needs and therapy, and the high costs involved in upgrading his kart, the clinic invited the community to enjoy a day of fresh air and exercise while helping Jayden realize his dreams. The local mayor spoke at the event and the town newspaper reported on the day as well. The clinic was able to raise $7,000 and was thrilled with the local support. Jayden thoroughly enjoyed his day in the spotlight.

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Lindsey Rebeiro: A member of NOSM's Community Interprofessional Learning Program

In a program designed by the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM)1, Dr. Lindsey Rebeiro (Class of ‘12) has been welcoming medical students into her practice for the past two years. Each of the students spends about 12 hours in her clinic and shadows her work with patients.

“The NOSM program is unique in that its mandate is to graduate medical doctors who are integrated into the diverse community around them. Exposure to a variety of health care providers is part of the curriculum, as is learning in different environments and through the different cultures at home in the area. The students spend time with practitioners from different disciplines including pharmacy, physiotherapy, speech language pathology,” says Rebeiro. “By the time they graduate, they have first hand knowledge of the specialists they

are referring their patients to. The program I’ve been involved with is called Community and Interprofessional Learning (CIL) in which students shadow me for three to four hours at a time. It’s refreshing to meet these students and experience their enthusiasm for chiropractic. I’m pleased they will be the future medical doctors for Northern Ontario.”

Rebeiro values the exchanges with the students and says that they are often surprised at the depth of knowledge that chiropractors possess.“ Quite often the medical students don’t have an accurate idea about chiropractic. They are surprised by the diversity of chiropractic practice and by the depth of my knowledge in anatomy and physiology. In addition to manipulation, I use acupuncture, ultrasound, mobilizations, TENS, kinesiotaping and rehabilitative exercise prescriptions. I don’t necessarily adjust all of my patients and I take care to explain why.”

“Often,” says Rebeiro, “we think we know what people do, but we may not. An office visit isn’t the same as sharing a behind the scenes environment.”

You name it, we go there: A philosophy of inclusionSheila Renton, Community and Interprofessional Learning (CIL) Coordinator at NOSM at Laurentian University in Sudbury, has watched the program grow over the past nine years. “The students are exposed to a wide range of placements in a program that continues to evolve. You name it, we go there,” she says. Paraphrasing NOSM’s policy regarding the program, its purpose is to instill in the students the role that community-based services and other health care professionals provide in the care of patients and the community. NOSM’s curriculum is designed to provide opportunities for students to engage “in deepening their understanding of the culture of the community, the population that they serve, and the nature and availability of interprofessional treatment interventions and care.”

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“In Phase One,” says Renton, “during their first two years in the program, we see value in having students interact with professionals as well as their potential patient populations. They learn about various health care professionals and deepen other skills such as communication, learning how to initiate and participate in some of the tougher conversations they may have—speaking with people who have Alzheimer’s Disease or cancer, for example.”

Although NOSM hasn’t yet engaged in formal research on the results of their Community and Interprofessional Learning program, anecdotal evidence shows that the connections formed while in the program remain with graduates, as does the richness of the experience.

Renton recalls that during a recent sharing and learning event, a former graduate, now a practicing physician, spoke about his very first CIL exposure, and how very recently he had used the same community connections he had made all those years ago while in his first year at NOSM. Even 10 years later, he recalled the name of his facilitator and was able to make the connections necessary to assist in the care of a current patient. “Offering opportunities for NOSM students to connect with other health and social service

practitioners is in large part what drives the program,” says Renton. “In practical terms, that physician was able to do something for a patient based on what he had learned in CIL many years earlier.”NOSM also regularly solicits feedback from students and program facilitators. On one questionnaire that asked about their comfort level or anxiety in participating, Renton noted that a chiropractor expressed anxiety over hosting medical students. It suggested to her a remnant of the old thinking, a leftover

from the days when health care professionals worked in silos. “I’m so pleased that we have such a number of high level DCs involved in the CIL program,” she says, “to assist the students and to challenge any of the old biases.”

Rebeiro’s practice diversity In a way, Rebeiro has mirrored the NOSM model with her own career. When she moved back to Sudbury to practice she sought out interprofessional opportunities, working with another chiropractor and physiotherapists, a family

“I’m so pleased that we have such a number of high

level DCs involved in the CIL program to assist the

students and to challenge any of the old biases.”

Sheila Renton, CIL Coordinator at NOSM

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doctor, an athletic therapist and a massage therapist at three separate locations. ”Interdisciplinary care has worked really well,” she says, adding that she plans to go further and add yoga as another tool she can offer her patients. “I’m really passionate about yoga. I first began practicing yoga while I was attending CMCC, finding that it allowed me to relax and momentarily disconnect from the stress of studying. Currently, I am completing my teacher training with Yoga Medicine, a program designed to focus more on the rehabilitative benefits of yoga which is heavily weighted in anatomy and physiology. I am very excited to add this tool to my figurative tool belt. The benefits of yoga are becoming well known and there is rising

evidence on the benefits of yoga for arthritic pain and more.”

Rebeiro loves her job, its diversity and the fact that it is ever changing. This year, she will incorporate a faculty teaching job at NOSM to her professional activities.

“I’ve always wanted to teach. We learn so much in our studies and may not have the opportunity to utilize everything in practice. With teaching, you can keep a fresh perspective. I look forward to interacting with students. It will change my schedule, but I’m looking forward to it and chose a manageable commitment of about two to four hours per week.”

Beginning this March, Rebeiro will be a group facilitator with NOSM,

specializing in MSK care. “I’ll be facilitating topic oriented sessions through a problem based format and also case based learning sessions. I’ll be with a group of six to eight students, similar to the small group sessions at CMCC (known as TBLs or team-based learning). Those sessions are the ones that really stand out for me and much of the learning at NOSM is case-based and self-directed.”

“This medical school does offer a really unique program and mandate, but there are interprofessional opportunities in most universities as well. I encourage chiropractors to seek out opportunities if they are interested in participating in collaborative learning.”

“My hope is to help shape future medical doctors and to build a rapport with them. In a small town, it’s good for business and it’s good for patients, especially in locations where health care resources are tight. It definitely gives me exposure in Sudbury and keeps my skills and knowledge fresh. And I want to help in the same way that my good teachers helped me.“

1The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is the Faculty of Medicine for Laurentian University in Sudbury and Lakehead University in Thunder Bay.

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Join us Saturday, February 27, 2016the weekend of the 2016 Research Symposium

Reception 6:00 p.m.Dinner 7:00 p.m.

Sheraton Parkway Hotel, Richmond Hill, ONto celebrate their considerable accomplishments

Dr. Triano is recognised for his work in reshaping research at CMCC, offering his experience and drive for innovation to position CMCC as a world leader within chiropractic research. He has also helped grow its resources through expert grantsmanship while creating groundbreaking tools to increase the skills of developing chiropractors.

Dr. McGregor has championed the connection between bench to bedside within chiropractic research. She continues to empower research faculty with the tools to ensure that their work is widely understood while challenging them to grow and contextualize their ideas.

The two are widely published, have contributed to numerous books and committed their time as peer reviewers for several important professional journals. Addtionally, their mutual contribution to both the development of the simulation laboratory and to the research it enables continues to provide important opportunities for students and health care education.

David Wickes, DC, MAPresident, CMCC

Please RSVP by registering online at cmcc.ca/tribute2016Limited seating available. Cocktail attire.

To place a congratulatory message in the event program, please access the web address above or contact Lynne Hodgson at lhodgson@cmcc.ca.

To register for the 2016 Research Symposium visit cmcc.ca/symposium2016

A tribute evening honouring Dr. Jay Triano and

Dr. Marion McGregor

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Athlete recovery credited to excellent emergency response

An interest in athletics leads many chiropractors to become involved with sports teams as trainers. Dr Taylor Tuff (Class of ’15), a sports resident within CMCC’s graduate studies program, has been working with the Aurora Barbarians as team trainer for the past three years. He was on site with the team in August 2015, when a player from the opposing side took a hit to the chest.

In very rare instances, such a blow to the chest can trigger cardiac arrest (commotio cordis). “It tends to happen to younger people,” says Tuff, “whose bone tissue is still somewhat flexible.” Impact during a certain part of the heart’s cycle, can shock the heart. In this player’s case, it stopped flat.

The other team’s trainer took a look at the downed player, knew this was a serious situation and called

Tuff. The two recognised agonal breathing – a brainstem reflex that causes the appearance of breathing, but in actuality, disguises a body in shock and in serious danger.

As Tuff relates, the player had no pulse. As team doctor, his job was to manage the scenario, running with the protocol he had learned through his Emergency First Responder training. He had been certified by Dr. Karen Chrobak (Class of ’12), an avid rugby player who happened to be playing nearby right then; and in another lucky break for the injured player, the Barbarians had an automative external defibrillator, AED at their clubhouse.

As CPR was initiated, Tuff dialed 911 and called for the defibrillator. Chrobak was quickly called in from her game along with two additional

certified responders from her program (part of the emergency plan is to call nearby trainers in for assistance).

Chrobak aided with the AED while also taking turns with Tuff and other medics administering CPR. After five shocks were delivered, there was still no response from the player. The ambulance arrived after what seemed to be an extraordinarily long time — close to 17 minutes — and then, in what must have felt like a miracle, the player began breathing on his own. By that time, says Tuff, “the patient’s chest was purple from the chest compressions and shocks and all medics were exhausted."

The right teamChrobak is an emergency care instructor with Canadian Red Cross. She certifies emergency

Dr. Karen Chrobak Dr. Taylor Tuff

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first responders through the Red Cross and subsequently places medical staff with teams. “We receive emergency medical training at CMCC during Year III and those who choose to follow a residency path, like Taylor and myself, receive additional training. However, some health care professionals who work with teams, often don’t seek additional training. We’ve seen enough scenarios to know how important it is not only for team medics to have quality initial training, but to keep it fresh with re-certification.”

“Our clinic, SportSide Medical Services,” continues Chrobak, “is inside a hockey arena and we often get requests for medical staff to work with the hockey teams on site. At first, we found it difficult to source a program that would suit the high level of knowledge chiropractors already have, so we began to offer emergency first responder training for health professionals which includes clinical information along with emergency care knowledge. This approach has been great as it builds upon the extensive existing knowledge course registrants have and also ensures teams have fully qualified and exceptionally competent first responders as trainers.”

Tuff was one of the first trainers Chrobak placed. Dr. Rachel Ramsay and student Darcy Worthylake, also

trained by Chrobak, were on the field that day.

The right equipmentHearing the story, it’s hard to imagine the outcome would have been as successful without certified first responders or without an AED. “You can buy an AED for about $1,200,” says Tuff. “But a lot of teams don’t make it a top priority, and assume they may never need one. The truth is, when combined with CPR, using an AED increases survival from cardiac arrest by 75%.”

“Commotio cordis is more difficult to treat, but having qualified first responders who start CPR early and who have access to an AED has increased the survival rate for commotio cordis from 10% to 58%1.”

The importance of qualified first responders and access to an AED is clear.

The Aurora Barbarians’ decision to keep a defibrillator on site, combined with fully-trained team doctors, saved a life that day. The opposing team, to which the young player belongs, purchased an AED following the incident.

He made a full recovery, by the way. Despite having no pulse for an astounding 17 minutes, well-trained team doctors and a nearby defibrillator ensured that he’ll have a second chance to fulfill his potential.

1 Maron BJ, Haas TS, Ahluwalia A, Garberich RF, Estes NA 3rd, Link MS. Increasing survival rate from commotio cordis. Heart Rhythm. 2013 Feb. 10(2):219-23

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SeminarsWinter Radiology 6 CE hours – 1 session February 6, 2016 Ottawa, ON Dr. John Taylor

This interactive seminar will cover trending topics in spine imaging. Through engaging demonstrations and presentation, participants will learn MR imaging basics, how to navigate imaging software and to better interpret images and reports from radiologists to increase diagnostic accuracy.

Member: $225 Non-member: $265

2016 Research Symposium - Chiropractic Management of Lumbar Disc Protrusion/Herniation 10 CE hours February 27-28, 2016 CMCC

Join your colleagues and 11 leading experts from around the world for presentation, discussion, case study review and debate about chiropractic spinal manipulation for lumbar disc protrusion/herniation. Building upon the ground breaking innovation and research of five Swiss chiropractors, a new manipulation technique will be introduced and discussed in detail, backed with research and tempered with strategies of conservative care and risk management. Member: $355 Non-member: $395

TMJ: Review, Diagnosis & Treatment 6 CE hours March 5, 2016 CMCC Dr. Matthew Barrigar

An intensive one-day course that will cover the latest published diagnostic criteria for temporomandibular disorders through correlating them to biomechanics and pathophysiology. A review of the history and physical exam for patients with TMJ complaints, as well as differential diagnoses, inter-professional co-management, treatment plans and hands-on therapies are covered in the program.

Member: $185 Non-member: $225

Running Technique: Injury Prevention & Rehabilitation 12 CE hours March 5-6, 2016 CMCC Dr. Wilbour Kelsick and Robert Esmie

Help patients who run to improve their technique and reduce their injuries. Improper running technique is causing an increase in the number of runners becoming injured and presenting as patients. This workshop will convey the fundamentals of running biomechanics from the "whole" body tensegral principles for efficient running form. It is designed for those who rehabilitate and treat runners as well as those who coach and run themselves. Member: $450 Non-member: $500

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Treating the Shoulder 6 CE hours April 16, 2016 in Vancouver, BC March 12, 2016 in Toronto, ON Dr. Andrew Robb

The perfect opportunity to advance your skills and learn to provide effective treatment of complex shoulder injuries. Building on his research interests and extensive hands-on experience with baseball players, Dr. Andrew Robb will share valuable insights on the pathophysiology of injuries typically encountered in practice.

Member: $200 Non-member: $225

A Chiropractic Guide to Treating Paediatric Patients 6 CE hours April 23, 2016 CMCC Dr. Elise Hewitt

Treat children from infancy to school age with confidence. Dr. Hewitt will address how to take background information, when and why children may benefit from adjustment and what the literature says about it. Through demonstrations with an infant mannequin and video clips of treatment, Dr. Hewitt will show you how to safely and effectively adjust paediatric patients.

Member: $250 Non-member: $285

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Certificate ProgramAMA Guides to Impairment Rating 44 CE hours – 6 sessions April 28 to May 1, 2016 CMCC

Dr. Steven Yeomans, Dr. Rocco Guerriero and guests

Presented in association with the Canadian Society of Chiropractic Evaluators, this course deals with methods of evaluation necessary to determine the presence, nature and extent of Whole Person Impairment of musculoskeletal, neurological and other body systems. The AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, fourth edition, will be used in the course.

Member/CSCE: $1,450 Non-member: $1,550

Functional Biomechanical Assessment 12 CE hours May 14-15, 2016 Vancouver, BC Dr. Lawrence Bell and Dr. Michael Murray

A practical weekend course on neuromuscular human performance and treatment protocols that can be directly applied in clinical practice over a wide range of patients. The weekend will be organized into four sections, each including elements of presentation, discussion, demonstration and practical instruction.

Member: $450 Non-member: $495

Distance Learning is only a click away. We offer a variety of online courses that you can take from the comfort of your home or while you’re on the go. Here are a few examples:

The Canadian Chiropractic Guideline Initiative (CCGI)

4+2 CE hours Dr. Shawn Thistle, Dr. André Bussières and Connie Davis

Delivered in association with the CCGI, part one of this webinar series (3 hours), presents the latest evidence, informing neck pain practice guidelines and self-management strategies with brief action planning. More than theory this program delivers practical approaches that are highly relevant in today's clinical setting. Part two of the webinar series (2 hours), scheduled for broadcast and recording in early 2016, will address multimodal care and exercise for recent and persistent neck pain and whiplash associated disorders.

This complete package of webinars will have a value of 6 CE hours and is offered at no cost.

Cervical Spine Adjustment and Stroke

2 CE hours Dr. Pierre Côté and Dr. John J. Triano

This course is designed to challenge the notion that the benefit of neck manipulation is minimal and the risk is high. Current research does not support the presence of a causal association between cervical spine adjustment and stroke, yet controversy about the relative safety of neck manipulation remains prevalent.

Member: $54 Non-member: $60

The Intervertebral Disc 2 CE hours Dr. Mark Erwin

Building from the evidence of his ongoing cutting edge research, Dr. Erwin will clarify the pathobiology of disc degeneration and approaches to develop appropriate therapeutic strategies, particularly for practitioners who apply manual therapy.

Member: $54 Non-member: $60

To register and browse our latest course offerings, stay tuned at ce.cmcc.ca

Reconnect with old friends, exchange stories and celebrate personal and professional successes.

Honouring the Classes of‘51, ‘56, ‘61, ‘66, ‘71, ‘76, ‘81, ‘86, ‘91, ‘96, ‘01, ‘06, ‘11 and ‘15

Weekend of events include President's Welcome Home BBQ, Anniversary Class Luncheon, Governors' Club and CCHA Lunch and Grand Reception

All events will be held at CMCC, 6100 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON

Preferred hotel for Homecoming 2016 Limited rooms available, make your reservations now!

Sheraton Parkway Toronto North Hotel 600 Highway 7, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4R8 www.sheratonparkway.com

Hotel information & booking: Group rate available until May 5. Book by phone 1 800 668 0101 or email resmgr@sheratonparkway.com

CMCC member room rate: $119 (traditional room only) $129 (traditional room and breakfast buffet for two) Email events@cmcc.ca or log in to MyCMCC for the member booking code.

Non-CMCC member room rate: $135 (traditional room only) Non-member booking code: “CMCC Homecoming”

2016June 3 – 4 at CMCC

HOMECOMING

Connecting Friends & Memories

Complete weekend Includes one admission to all social events (BBQ, Grand Reception and Governors’ Club/CCHA Lunch) and CE programs

Up to May 1 After May 1

CMCC member $400 $450

Non-CMCC member $450 $500

Governors’ Club member & CMCC member

$375 $415

Governors’ Club member & Non-CMCC member

$420 $465

Social events CMCC Member Non-CMCC Member

June 3 - Welcome Home BBQ $35 $40

June 4 - Grand Reception $55 $60

June 4 - Governors’ Club Lunch (Non-GC Member)

$30 $35

June 4 - Governors’ Club Lunch (GC Member)

Complimentary Complimentary

June 3 - Anniversary Class Luncheon (For anniversary classes of ‘51, ‘56, ‘61, ‘66, ‘71, ’76 and ‘81 only)

Complimentary Complimentary

For more event information, contact 416 482 2340 ext. 200 or events@cmcc.ca or to get in touch with your class representative, contact David Coleman at 416 482 2340 ext. 146 or dcoleman@cmcc.ca

Register online at cmcc.ca/homecoming or look for your Homecoming brochure in the mail!

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16June 3 – 4 at CMCC Class of 1951

Dr. Sidney A. GodfreyDr. Emil F. JaegerDr. Norman H. KellyDr. Murdock J. MacLennanDr. Jack F. McRaeDr. C. G. MillerDr. James M. RaeDr. John B. RobbDr. Jack G. SloanDr. John J. SullivanDr. Ross S. Treasure

Class of 1956Dr. Edward CaffinDr. Anthony D. CarrDr. Gerald N. CrooksDr. Rod W. R. LindsayDr. Robin G. StubbsDr. W. Langford Williams

Class of 1961Dr. Robert G. McClimondMr. James D. Sutherland

Class of 1966Dr. Paul BolsDr. Bill HoarDr. James M. LarryDr. Allan MoffattDr. Calman I. von Pall-de-Tolna

Class of 1971Dr. Geoffrey B. DauschaDr. James D. DayDr. Peter J. LandersDr. Vernon R. LeeDr. Waldo O. NickelDr. Joseph A. TrudelDr. Anouk J. van Lier

Class of 1976Dr. Ross K. AndersenDr. Ruth M. GravesDr. Peter W. HoughDr. Michael I. MedgyessyDr. Stewart A. O'BrienDr. Stanley A. PaduchakDr. Ronald J. PikulaDr. Anthony Piscione

Dr. Richard C. PoulsenDr. Cornelius WatermanDr. William A. Watson

Class of 1981Dr. Gerald A. DukeDr. Henry HollandDr. William R. JohnsonDr. Zsuzsanna Koller-KozmaDr. Yim Y. LeungDr. David W. S. LyonsDr. Deborah A. SchreinerDr. Laurence W. D. ShawDr. Paul ThurlowDr. Ilda Walther-Weisbeck

Class of 1986Dr. Mark BradleyDr. Jeff C. BraunDr. Emanuela CapitanioDr. Pierre CoutureDr. Janet E. FlashDr. Greti M. HardyDr. Richard HardyDr. Andrew Howieson

Dr. Rolf P. JanzenDr. Thomas W. LeGrowDr. Eva P. LesterDr. Geoffrey P. MeiteenDr. Jeff RobichaudDr. Robert A. RobinetDr. Philippe RouletDr. Robert E. J. ShaneDr. Leslie R. White

Class of 1991Dre Nathalie B. DallaireDr. Steven C. GilbertDr. Rephael GoldmanDr. Carole C. HamiltonDr. Jens E. KnofDr. Daryn L. MintzlerDr. Peter RayDr. Michael VaarstDr. Carl M. Weber

Class of 1996Dr. Pamela G. BennettDr. Mark E. JonesDr. Tara L. McKenzie

Dr. Marshal W. MontgomeryDre Joanne E. O'ReillyDr. Shawn PalmerDr. David A. PhelpsDr. Kristine L. Self

Class of 2001Dr. Mahmoud Abdawi-MoussaDr. Susan E. EldergillDr. Yolyvette R. EngallaDr. David GreenfieldDr. Joel MeredithDr. Kimberley Mills-MulcheyDr. Michael Sargeant

Class of 2006Dr. Kulvir BadeshaDr. Melinda FowlerDr. Sean Kings

Class of 2015Dr. Shaunessy Keita

We've lost touch with your classmates!We’ve lost touch with these CMCC anniversary alumni. If you have contact information for any of these individuals please contact Shirley Fuligni at 416 482 2340 ext. 133 or sfuligni@cmcc.ca.

Homecoming Continuing Education programFriday, June 3, 2016 A Second Look at your Patient’s Imaging Study William Hsu, DC, DACBR, FCCR(C) 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 4, 2016An Update on Concussion Management Cameron Marshall, DC9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 4, 2016Orthopaedic Tests for the Upper ExtremitiesMarcel Reux, BA, BSc (PT), DC2:00 p.m.– 3:20 p.m. & 3:40 – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday, June 4, 2016Hands on Weight Training Instruction and Rehab for You and Your PatientsKen Kinakin, DC2:00 p.m. – 3:20 p.m. and 3:40 – 5:00 p.m.

Continuing Education program only Registration fees Early Bird* Regular

CMCC Member $320 $370

Non-CMCC Member $380 $415

Gov Club Member & $295 $330 CMCC Member

Gov Club Member & $350 $385 Non-CMCC Member

Chiropratic Office Assistant $220 $255

*Early bird deadline is May 1, 2016

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Research ChairMrs. Margaret ButkovicDr. Todd ClaytonDr. Janet L. D'ArcyDr. Jans C. EllefsenDr. Edward FrameDr. Lynn A. Glazier-GoldieDr. Stephen H. Injeyan & Dr. Julita InjeyanMr. George KellerDr. Wolfgang P. KliemDr. Shane B. KraftDr. Brian D. LeMoelDr. Ward D. MacDonaldDr. Craig D. NormanMrs. Patricia SchwagerMs. Anmarie J. WebbDr. William M. WilliamsJones DesLauriers Blevins Insurance Group IncReginos Pizza

General Donations & Gifts in KindAdvantage4AthletesDr. Antonio AnzianoAramark Canada Ltd.Art Gallery of OntarioBayview Golf & Country ClubBird KingdomBrass VixensBritish Columbia Chiropractic AssociationMr. John J. BrownMrs. Margaret ButkovicMr. Thomas ButkovicCallian Capital Private Wealth Management Inc.Canadian Chiropractic AssociationCanadian Tire, Store 192ClublinkCustomer Relationship Index Inc.Davis Drywall SystemsMr. Michael Decauni

Dr. Philip DecinaDembar Financial Services/Healthcare Financial GroupDr. Elaine DembeDouglas Laboratories Canada / Pure Encapsulations CanadaElectro-Therapeutic Devices Inc.Elite Manufacturing Fabrication Enterprises Inc.Fairmont Royal YorkFeldman Daxon Partners IncFootmaxx of Canada, Inc.Mr. Allan M. FreedmanGlobal Upholstery Co. IncMr. Leonard Goodman & Mrs. Alma GoodmanMiss Nina GouveiaGreenfield Eye ClinicDr. Rocco C. GuerrieroHockey Hall of FameMs. Lynne HodgsonHoldun Family OfficeDr. Warren S. HollisHoMedics Group CanadaImpact Cleaning ServicesIntrotel Communications Inc.Dr. Craig JacobsJones DesLauriers Blevins Insurance Group IncJoyridge 150 Indoor Bike ParkKeg Restaurants Ltd.Dr. Peter S. Y. KimDr. Pius KimMs. Shangzhu LinMaple Leaf Sports & EntertainmentMarineLandMariposa CruisesMarsh CanadaMedcanMedieval TimesMercedes Benz

NewmarketMetagenics CanadaMIAD Information Systems Ltd.Mysteriously Yours... Mystery Dinner TheatreNiagara Parks CommissionNorth York Rehabilitation Centre Inc.Ontario Blue CrossOntario Chiropractic AssociationOntario Science CentreMr. Al PacePaul Boyer Insurance Inc.Physio Med Oakville IncPrimus Telecommunications Canada Inc.RBC Wealth Management Inc.Dr. Marshall RossRoyal Bank of CanadaRoyal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences CanadaRoyal Ontario MuseumDr. Mark J. ScappaticciSharp Electronics CanadaSheraton Parkway Toronto NorthDr. Vincent SinclairSkyline Hotels & ResortsSpringwall Sleep ProductsStagevisionSteam Whistle BreweryDr. Igor SteimanSunlife FinancialTaylorMade Performance LabTeqtronix International IncThe Co-operators Group InsuranceThe Orthotic GroupThe Rock Oasis IncThe Vitality Depot

Dr. D. Keith ThomsonDr. Anthony TibblesToronto ArgonautsTouch of GemTransat Tours Canada IncDr. Paul D. UchikataDr. Robert A. WeinperWelch Allyn Canada Ltd.Westin Prince Toronto HotelXerox Canada Ltd

Awards & scholarshipDr. Douglas M. BrownChiropractors' Association of SaskatchewanCouncil of the Nova Scotia College of ChiropractorsMs. Margaret McCallenDr. Jean A. MossNational Board of Chiropractic ExaminersMrs. Barbara NewbiggingDr. Nancy Riedel BowersMs. Linda L. RoedlMs. Mary L. RourkeMrs. Brenda SmithMr. Duncan Greenshields & Ms. Elizabeth Spoenlein

In Memoriam DonationsDr. Fred N. BarnesDr. Matthew J. BarrigarDr. Douglas M. BrownDr. Stephen BurnieMrs. Wendy CourtMs. Diane DugdaleMs. Lenore EdmundsMr. Jose EmidioMs. Kim GavineDr. Susan Gillis-LawsonMrs. Laurie GilmoreDr. Dominic GiulianoMr. Leonard Goodman & Mrs. Alma Goodman

DonationsThe donations listed here were received and processed between September 1, 2015 and December 31, 2015. We extend our sincere appreciation to those who have made gifts to CMCC. If you have a correction to this list or would like more information about making a donation, please call Donation Services at 416 482 2340 ext. 194.

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In Memoriam

CMCC is grateful to its supporters who have thought to include a donation to CMCC in recognition of the passing of their loved one. Memorial cards are available through Donation Services at 416 482 2340 ext. 194.

Robert N. Schwager (Class of ’61)

Stuart Rhem(Class of ’61)

Wilfred Meissner (Class of '51)

Mae Hammond (Class of '49)

Herbert Hand (Class of ‘73)

Eugene Bernson (Class of ‘53)

DonationsDr. Adrian S. & Mrs. Ruth GriceDr. Paul J. GrittaniMrs. Mary Ann GrittaniDr. Rocco C. GuerrieroMr. Jake HackerMr. Robert HackettDr. Peter D. HemingwayMrs. Argentina JuncalDr. Jordan KerstenDr. Deborah R. Kopansky-GilesDr. Paul A. KorbelasMs. Marie LawrentiwMs. Lindsay LeoDr. Rich & Mrs. Betty LuckMr. Tony MaiatoDr. Sandra J. MalpassMs. Margaret McCallenMs. Diana McLennanMr. Jon MiedzikDr. Silvano A. MiorDr. Jean A. MossMrs. Barbara NewbiggingMr. Chipman PurdomMr. Fred RajabiMs. Linda L. RoedlDr. Kelly C. SchoonderwoerdDr. George M. SeimDr. William M. SmithMrs. Brenda SmithMs. Catherine SpenceDr. W. Lloyd StackhouseDr. Igor SteimanDr. Paula J. SternDr. Daniel StevensonMrs. Gail SwyszczMr. Nick & Ms. Cara SwyszczMr. Carter SwyszczMr. Jonathan SwyszczMr. Adam SwyszczMs. Rebecca TaylorDr. Paul D. UchikataDr. Marcia VeitchDr. Kathy WickensDr. Robert M & Mrs. Anne WingfieldMrs. Donna J. WoodDr. Donald WoodMs. Rebecca TaylorDr. Paul D. UchikataDr. Marcia VeitchDr. Kathy WickensDr. Robert M & Mrs. Anne WingfieldMrs. Donna J. WoodDr. Donald Wood

Cedella B. Duke (Class of '51)

Joseph Houlton(Class of '56)

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Rewarding collaboration: Collaborative Patient Care Graduate Award

Drs. Brian Ferguson and Celina White, both medical doctors in Nova Scotia, were so impressed with the education their son Dr. Brad Ferguson received at CMCC, as well as with the numerous professional interactions they have had with other CMCC graduates, that they funded an award to recognise excellence in patient diagnosis, care and education. This award is presented to two students from the graduating class who demonstrate high academic standing, practice patient centred and collaborative care, and engage in their community through participation in outreach activities.

"As parents," says Brian Ferguson (MD) "we encouraged sports as a method for our boys to experience the principles of being part of a team and to take on leadership roles. When our son, Dr. Brad Ferguson, (Class of ‘12), RCCSC (2014), told us that he wanted to apply to CMCC, I had two demands of him: first that he articulate in scientific terms, what he was doing professionally; and secondly, that he learn how to earn respect, not expect it. And I told him he must be good.”

“Over the four years he attended CMCC, we gained tremendous insight into the school, the educators and clinicians, and we felt indebted to the role that CMCC has played in educating and developing him.”

“Thank you," Ferguson felt, wasn’t enough, so he and White established the award to both celebrate the achievements and development of their son and to impress upon graduates the need to be aware of their role as ambassadors for CMCC and the profession. “We also felt that coming from outside the profession – the fact that we are medical doctors, would underscore the importance of collaboration.“ Award recipients: Chelsie Corbett, Paul Mastragostino and Elizabeth CarterIn 2015, Dr. Chelsie Corbett received the Collaborative Patient Care Graduate Award for demonstrating ongoing and outstanding commitments to the community through outreaches during her year IV internship. Today Corbett is practicing in Red Deer, AB at Care Chiropractic and Rehab, a multidisciplinary clinic

Dr. Brian Ferguson with Dr. Elizabeth Carter

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with three other chiropractors, a naturopath, a psychologist and massage therapists. Having already developed close professional relationships with medical doctors (two of whom she treats), Corbett has also been working with an orthopaedic surgeon, providing rehabilitation therapy. She says she has been pleasantly surprised at the reception she has received from the family doctors she communicates with on behalf of her patients and says such relationships have been vital in ensuring that her patients receive the care and diagnostics they may need such as blood work, advanced imaging and surgeon referral.

Dr. Paul Mastragostino, a 2014 recipient is currently in the graduate

studies program at CMCC, within the Clinical Sciences stream. “It is not uncommon for patients to have multiple health care providers managing a single or multiple conditions,” he says. “I consider collaborative interaction with other health professionals essential in ensuring that patients receive seamless, high quality, patient-centred care. CMCC provides many opportunities for interprofessional education and collaboration through its undergraduate and graduate programs, which allows for natural transition into this model of care when beginning to practice. This was my experience and I am truly grateful. " Dr. Elizabeth Carter, the second award recipient for 2014, is currently

an associate of Chirolongevity, a multidisciplinary clinic in Perth, Ontario.“I work alongside massage therapists, a personal trainer and my colleague and mentor, Dr. Kathy Wickens. By working together, we have been able to help many people reduce and relieve their pain, and most importantly, improve their functioning and enhance their quality of life,” says Carter.

“Working in this environment has encouraged me to continue to learn new techniques, to improve my current skills, and learn more about ways people can improve their health. Receiving the award was encouraging. It motivated me to engage with my community and continue learning.”

Dr. Paul Mastragostino Dr. Chelsie Corbett

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Collaborative care:Brad Ferguson launches C3 Series The Ferguson-White’s are pleased that each of their children have achieved positions that allow them to work as part of a team and to take on leadership roles. Their son, Dr. Brad Ferguson, has just completed his sports fellowship and has returned to Nova Scotia.

"While at CMCC, I had the opportunity to work in several collaborative environments,” says Ferguson. “I saw the benefit for both the patient and practitioner when care was streamlined and saw patients feeling valued and leaving with excellent outcomes.”

Ferguson graduated from the Sports Sciences Residency program in 2014, becoming a Fellow of the Royal College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada). Moving home to Nova Scotia to practice, he sought a collaborative practice and joined ProTx Services in Elmsdale, where he works closely with two physiotherapists and two massage therapists. He says working in a smaller community outside an urban setting helps promote collaboration as it is easy to get to know other health care practitioners in the community both professionally and personally. “It not only helps break down barriers between health care providers, he says, “it improves care.”

Knowing the benefit of working as part of a diverse team first hand,

Ferguson sought to introduce the concept more broadly to health care professionals in Nova Scotia. Drawing from his experience at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto, where he saw how a systematic, educational approach could work to break down barriers, he worked with the Nova Scotia College of Chiropractor Council to create a continuing education seminar that would involve multiple health disciplines and promote collaboration.

After many months of hard work with colleague Dr. Richard Thompson (Class of ‘06), of Active Approach Health & Wellness in Halifax, the Collaborative Care Conference Series" or "C3 Series" for short, was created. The first conference, focusing on persistent shoulder pain, took place November 28, 2015. “The intention is that it will become an annual conference developed for diverse health care providers,” says Ferguson. “The November

28 conference on shoulder pain included presenters from multiple disciplines, including an orthopaedic surgeon, radiologist, sports medicine physician, physiotherapist and two chiropractors. We considered it a real success. It drew in 126 registrants from chiropractic, physiotherapy, medicine, osteopathy, massage therapy and nursing.”

“We were happy to receive compliments about the quality of the speakers as well as the message the C3 Series was sending. The speakers covered their topic of expertise but also tied their presentation into collaborative practice. Registrants reportedly also enjoyed the opportunity to mix and mingle with other professions and learn from one another. By the end of the day, people were already asking about the conference next year. It was a satisfying experience and we look forward to next year."

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Staying up to date with WFC’s online service for chiropractorsJanuary marks the first anniversary of the World Federation of Chiropractic's (WFC) free service for chiropractors – an online chiropractic reading list that provides access to the most recent and relevant papers in multiple categories. The project was led by Dr. Greg Kawchuk (Class of ’90) Chair of the WFC Research Council, who brought

together expert curators from within the Research Council and abroad.It’s a quick way to access research and bring new evidence-informed methodology into your practice by just going to the WFC home page and clicking on the WFC Suggested Reading List link (wfcsuggestedreadinglist.com)

Subject areas include cost-effectiveness of care, biomechanical

and neurophysiological mechanisms of action, safety, paediatrics, and wellness among others. Each listed paper includes the published abstract and link to the original publication when available. Importantly, the site is searchable and visitors can leave suggestions for new topics and papers.

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Year end honoursOn December 5, 2015 during the Annual General Meeting, OCA held its annual awards program honouring Ontario chiropractors who make a difference.

Congratulation to this year’s recipients:

Dr. Carlo Ammendolia Chiropractor of the YearDr. Ammendolia (Class of '82) has been noted for his ability to combine clinical practice and research for amazing results. Most recently he has been focused on the area of non-operative treatment of mechanical, degenerative and inflammatory spinal disorders with a special interest in degenerative lumbar spinal stenosis. As Director of the Chiropractic Spine Clinic and the Spinal Stenosis Program at the Rebecca MacDonald Centre for Arthritis and Autoimmune Diseases at Mount Sinai Hospital, he was instrumental in creating opportunities for chiropractic residents and interns to train at Mount Sinai.

Dr. Mark ErwinResearcher of the YearDr. Erwin’s (Class of '84) work examines events at the disc level, particularly the degeneration and regeneration of cells within the discs. His work is recognised as having important implications for the profession, patients and the health care system. He was recently awarded a grant to study the non-surgical transplantation of motor neuron differentiated stem cells for the treatment of ALS.

Dr. Geoff Outerbridge Dr. Michael Brickman Heart & Hands AwardPresented to a chiropractor who has demonstrated “an exceptional contribution” to chiropractic through areas such as: community work, mentorship, use of the hands to relieve suffering, building a clinic that incorporates best practices and delivers great care. Dr. Outerbridge (Class of '01) has established two clinics in Botswana on behalf of World Spine Care and remains their clinical director.

Dr. James CorbettPatient Care AwardDr. Corbett (Class of '00, National College of Chiropractic) received this award for demonstrating the core values of ensuring patients understand their treatment and benefits and helping those who cannot help themselves. He is a member of the Board of Directors of Capability Support Services, an organization that supports individuals with vision loss and physical disability.

Dr. Matthew J. Barrigar Community Relations AwardOCA noted that “his ability to collaborate with others from diverse backgrounds enhances the profile of the profession and helps to educate others on the benefits of chiropractic.” Dr. Barrigar (Class of '88) is a clinician with CMCC’s clinic at Anishnawbe Health Centre.

Dr. Kait Graham Recent Graduate AwardDr. Graham (Class of '15) was recognised for her contribution to Wold Spine Care (WSC), helping to run a World Spine Care Club while a student at CMCC and later during her two month internship at Mahalapye, Botswana. Today she is studying factors which will enhance the help offered by WSC and is recognised for selfless dedication to her work, compassion to her patients and for serving abroad.

Dr. Rahim Karim honoured by the CCADr. Karim (Class of ‘98) was honoured with a Public Service Award through the Canadian Chiropractic Association’s Chair Affair Award program. The Public Service Award recognises a chiropractor who has demonstrated excellence in advancing the profession and the MSK health of Canadians through contributions or leadership for advocacy efforts.

Karim is the Dean of the School of Community and Health Studies at Centennial College, is an executive member of the CMCC Board of Governors and a Director of CMCC Governors’ Club.

In addition, he has contributed to the chiropractic profession through a variety of publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at industry conferences. He is an active community volunteer and a member of the Rotary Club of Scarborough.

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