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PrimaryContact
A magazine for Canadian chiropractors from the CANADIAN MEMORIAL CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE
Alumni Feature
Primary Contact interviews Class of '82 graduate
Brian Seaman not long after his return from
serving on the Core Medical Team for the
Canadian athletes who competed at the 2002
Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City.
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Message From the President
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Message From the Chair
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In Brief
Page 4
Classifieds
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Class Notes
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A Fond Farewell
Page 8
Moving Ahead
Page 9
Convocation 2002
Page 10
Homecoming Highlights
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Backs in Motion
Page 12
CMCC Outreach
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Continuing Education Programmes
Spring/Summer 2002 • Volume 36 • Issue 2
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Awards and Donations
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On the Cover: Convocation 2002
The cover for this issue of Primary Contact
features new CMCC graduates sharing the joy of
their tremendous achievement outside Convocation
Hall where the spotlight shone clearly on the
newest members of the chiropractic profession.
(Left to right)
Caroline Taylor,
Nicole Nembhard,
Jamie Liew, Jennifer
Violante, and
Jeanette Reis.
Catch more of the
new grads on
page 10.
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R e p o r t f r o m
P r e s i d e n t
t h e
Dr. Jean Moss, President
W
elcome to the spring/ summer issue
of Primary Contact. With the Lewis Inquest in full stride and the
College preparing for the move to our new campus next year, I
cannot think of a time in the College’s recent history when the
backing of our members has been more significant or energetic.
Three times a week the CCWG broadcasts a bulletin to every one
of its members. Whether it’s the writing, distribution, or editing
of the bulletin, doing background research or preparing new longterm communications strategies, CMCC is playing a fundamental
role on this important team. Along with the CCA, OCA, and
CCPA, we are going the extra mile to keep the profession informed
and abreast of developments on an almost daily basis. It’s your
support that empowers CMCC to serve the profession and protect
our interests both in the courtroom and on the public stage. It is
my hope, therefore, that members see the link between their longterm commitment to the College, and our current efforts “in the
trenches.” CMCC’s capability to provide the services when
members need them most, advocate on their behalf, and report
key information keeps the profession strong, educated, and
organized in these trying times. Put simply, having entrusted us,
we are working hard for you.
Lewis Inquest Update
Having spent most days in the courtroom, it was my hope that
this summer issue would have been the wrap-up for the Lewis
Inquest. However, proceedings remain ongoing at this time and
will have to be adjourned for the summer. The inquest is scheduled
to re-convene in the fall for another (approximately) six weeks
of testimony before the jury hands down its recommendations.
The CCWG is, generally, very pleased with how the inquest has
gone thus far and remains confident this fall will find our
profession in a stronger position having undergone and endured
such scrutiny. I thank our partners (CCA, OCA, CCPA) for all
their hard work and collaboration, Dr. Stan Gorchinsky, and here
at CMCC, Dr. Howie Vernon especially, for their fine efforts in
the national and local media putting forth and clarifying our
position. Of course, thanks also to the countless members who
have written and emailed with thoughts, concerns, ideas and
reactions. Your commitment to, and love of, this profession is
our inspiration.
New Building Update
As was previously announced, CMCC has purchased a new
campus at 6100 Leslie Street in Toronto. We are all anxious to
move, which will be a gradual process over the course of 2003
and 2004. I’m grateful to Allan Freeman who took the time to
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very eloquently express his feelings—ones we all share—towards
our upcoming move (page 9).
This move, however, could not have been achieved without the
generous support of our many donors whose contributions allowed
us to purchase this new facility. Along these lines, in the fall, the
capital campaign will once again be launched with our goal to upgrade
and retro fit the building for CMCC and our specialized needs. I
look forward to your continued support that will help take CMCC
into a new era with world-class facilities and a future that is every bit
as bright as our past.
Dr. Herbert Lee Retires
After a commitment to chiropractic that has spanned seven decades,
Dr. Herbert Lee finally announced his retirement. While the College
will be holding a fitting celebration in Dr. Lee’s honour in the fall,
please, in the meantime, consider making a donation to the Dr. Lee
Endowment fund to commemorate Herb’s long and distinguished
career at CMCC. (See page 7 for more details on Dr. Lee’s life and
work.)
Congratulations to CMCC’s Newest Grads
On Friday, May 3, after four years of intensive study and clinical
training, 151 graduates hailing from across Canada and around the
world walked across the stage at Convocation Hall, University of
Toronto, to receive their Doctor of Chiropractic diplomas. Including
this latest class, the College has educated over 5,300 chiropractors
in its 57-year history. To acknowledge and pay tribute to the important
role Dr. Pallister has played in so many lives at CMCC, he was asked
to deliver the keynote address at convocation for the Class of 2002.
It was a wonderful day and my best wishes go to all of our new
graduates. (For more on convocation and Dr. Pallister’s address, see
pages 8 and 10.)
Membership and Events
The line up of special events at CMCC will have a different
appearance this fall. On Sunday, September 22, we are introducing
a new sporting event, perfect for families and all friends of CMCC.
We are going, as a group, to see the hotly contested battle between
the CFL rivals the Toronto Argos and the Hamilton Ti-Cats. Our
package includes lunch at the Hard Rock Café followed by the game
at the Skydome in Toronto. (Details on page 3.) Also, the annual
Gala and Silent Auction will be missing from this fall’s line up. We
are deferring this event for one year in order to create a larger and
more extravagant Gala. Proceeds from the “bigger and better” Gala
will go towards the Capital Campaign for our new campus.
Thanks to all the renewing members and especially to our many new
members. Your support is critical to all aspects of CMCC and directly
contributes to the continued health and strength of the profession.
See you in the fall!
Sincerely,
Report from the Chair of the
Board of Governors
I
Dr. Ron Brady, Board Chair
t's hard to believe, but a few short months from
now will mark the end of my second year as Chair of the Board of
Governors of CMCC. My tenure as Board Chair has been marked
by some incredible highs, including the purchase of our new home
at 6100 Leslie Street and the sale of our building at 1900 Bayview
Avenue, and it has been a pleasure working with the Board to uphold
the CMCC Mission Statement:
It is the Mission of the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College to
educate chiropractors; to advance the art, science and philosophy of
chiropractic; to further the development of the chiropractic
profession; and to improve the health of society.
In May, the Board of Governors held its semi-annual meeting where
Dr. Moss brought us up to date on recent College developments. Let
me assure you, that Dr. Moss and her faculty and staff work tirelessly
on your behalf for our profession.
Convocation 2002
I also had the pleasure of attending and addressing the graduates of
the Class of 2002 at Convocation in May. As CMCC's Board Chair,
I have no greater privilege than to address these new defenders of
our "Chiropractic flame" as they go out into the world filled with
enthusiasm and vigor. The Class of 2002 marks the final page in the
chapter of our traditional curriculum at CMCC as the Class of 2003
will be the first class to graduate under the new integrative curriculum.
As usual, CMCC students continue to excel in both Canadian
Chiropractic Examining Board and National Board exams. Dr.
Mrozek has led his faculty in providing two different curricula for
the students as we waded through this transition period and I
commend him for his efforts.
Provincial Nights
As is customary when they are in town, members of the Board meet
informally with CMCC students to discuss their experiences at
CMCC. Such was the case at the Provincial Night this past May.
Discussions were very positive – other than the usual trepidation
that students have when beginning their fourth year clinical
experience.
Advocacy Initiatives
CMCC continues to advance the profession through working with
various government and health care institutions and bodies. CMCC
has, in partnership with the CCA, submitted a report to the Romanow
Commission and made a presentation to the Commission in Ottawa.
CMCC has received requests from the government to participate in
reform in such areas as the Regulated Health Professions Act
(Ontario) and primary health care reform. CMCC continues to be
active in developing and furthering the profile of CMCC and
chiropractic in working with the Chiropractic Communications
Working Group. CMCC is also working with international
chiropractic organizations to develop programmes and standardize
education worldwide.
In spite of a number of challenges this year, which included concerns
over the potential delisting of chiropractic services for funding in
Ontario, the Board approved the proposed 2002/2003 budget
recommendations which managed to balance the potential threats
with emerging opportunities in a responsible and affordable manner.
As you can see, life is never boring at CMCC! Our commitment to
continuously evaluate our programme in light of our stated goals
and objectives will ensure that we continue to move towards meeting
our mission, even in such active times.
Capital Campaign
CMCC not only provides its members with many benefits, but also
helps to dispel the myths, defend our profession, build our credibility,
and champion the future of our profession in Canada. Over the next
several months, CMCC will be approaching you with an opportunity
to help build our vital profession in Canada. We are counting on
you to help support us in the most ambitious financial campaign
that has ever been attempted by CMCC. I know you will want to
participate because you understand that CMCC is vital to your future
as well as the health of our profession in Canada! I am looking
forward to working with you in achieving our goal!
CMCC ARGO DAY
Third down and ten to go…
CMCC is going to be at the Skydome for all the gridiron action
when the Toronto Argonauts take on the Hamilton Tiger Cats on
Sunday, September 22, 2002. This will be the CFL at its best
when these two Ontario rivals go head to head.
CMCC invites all chiropractors, alumni, staff, students, faculty
and their families to come out and cheer on your team. For only
$35.00 per person you will be treated to our version of the
tailgate party and a ticket to this hotly contested game. We will
start with lunch at 11:00 a.m. at the Hard Rock Café in the
Skydome. We will then move to the special CMCC section in
the stands for the 1:00 p.m. kick off.
Join your friends and meet CMCC's students at this fun CMCC
outing. To reserve your tickets contact Jill Hamilton, Special
Events, at 416-482-2340 or 1-800-669-2959 extension 217 or at
[email protected]. Check for more information on the "news
and events" section of the CMCC website at www.cmcc.ca.
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CMCC Receives Donation From
Forest Hill Real Estate
On February 27, 2002, CMCC was very pleased to receive
a donation of $25,000 from Forest Hill Real Estate.
Ms. Judith Hendler was on hand to present the cheque to
CMCC president
Dr. Jean Moss.
"We are grateful to
have received this
very generous
donation," said Dr.
Moss. "This is
exactly the kind of
support the College
relies upon to
(Left to right) Dr. Jean Moss and Ms. Judith
maintain its
Hendler
position as a leader
in chiropractic education and research. We are simply
thrilled."
Elite Manufacturing Student Draw
Once a year, Elite Manufacturing draws the name of a new
CMCC graduate to receive a 3-piece drop chiropractic
table. This year's winner is Marianna Fuscaldo.
Congratulations Marianna! In addition to awarding one of
our grads with a complimentary table, Elite Manufacturing
has provided the college with a variety of new adjusting
tables. We are fortunate to receive the excellent service and
maintenance that Elite provides to maintain our clinics and
technique department in tip top shape. Thank you Elite
Manufacturing!
CMCC Receives Generous Gift in
Memory of Dr. Dennis Stokes
Early in 2002, a significant donation of publicly listed
securities was received from Mrs. Ann Stokes to honour
the memory of her son, Dr. Dennis G. Stokes.
Dr. Stokes was born in Victoria, BC and was a graduate of
Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport, Iowa. He
practiced chiropractic in Lethbridge and Calgary, Alberta
for 38 years and retired to Victoria to enjoy his boat and
pursue his passion for fishing. In August 2000, sadly, Dr.
Stokes died of a heart attack while working on his boat.
His mother, Mrs. Ann Stokes, who at 97 years of age still
lives in the Victoria home where Dennis was raised,
explained her donation to CMCC as a way to "thank the
Canadian chiropractic profession for a career that her son
loved so much."
This memorial has been directed to the Hands on the
Future® capital campaign, providing a new home for
chiropractic education at CMCC for future generations.
(Left to right)
Country and
Western singer
Randy Travis
poses with
Dr. Dennis
Stokes
(Left to right) Dr. Rick Ruegg, Director of Clinical Education drawing
Ms. Marianna Fuscaldo's winning ballot, Mr. Jason Bluhm of Elite
Manufacturing, Dr. Henry Morrison, Associate Dean of Clinics and Mr.
Horst Haist also of Elite Manufacturing
Changes to the Internship Year
Over the past several years, CMCC has instituted a shift in
the curriculum that has created a "focused internship year."
This means that, except for four symposia, fourth year
students do not have any concurrent academic courses
during their fourth year. They are solely focused on clinical
education as interns. This shift realizes a long time vision
of the Division of Clinical Education. As such, there are
several changes that were initiated for the Class of 2003,
the first class in the new curriculum and internship year.
Now that our clinical students are available for the entire
day, clinic hours of operations have been altered. The H.K.
Lee Clinic will operate from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in two 6-hour
shifts for patient care with 2 hours per day reserved for
administration. In addition, the external clinics have altered
their hours of operation to be more sensitive to their patient
populations. The main benefit of these new hours is to
focus on clinician-intern teaching and learning along with
direct patient care.
Each patient management team, consisting of a supervising
clinician and nine interns, is assigned to nine clinic rooms
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ClassifiedAds
at the H.K. Lee Clinic for non-exclusive uses and
accountability which simulate a multi-user
practice environment. Patients are referred to the
supervising clinician with co-management by an
assigned intern. The Division of Clinical
Education has standardized the teaching and
learning format, which is based upon evidence
based practice or best practice principles.
We have completed the first month of operation of
the new internship year and are already hearing
very positive remarks from our faculty and
interns, especially in regard to the patient-focused
format. We look forward to the beginning of an
exciting clinical year at the CMCC clinics.
– Dr. Henry Morrison
Dr. Henry Morrison to Retire
While I fully understand that there is a time for
everything, it is with mixed feelings that I inform
the wider CMCC community that Dr. Henry
Morrison, Associate Dean, Clinics, will be retiring
from CMCC on July 31, 2002. A 1967 graduate of
CMCC and a
member of
faculty since
1973, Dr.
Morrison has
been an
integral part
of the
College
family and
has
Dr. Henry Morrison
contributed
to the clinical education of over two thousand
graduates. In addition, he has contributed to
numerous committees and subcommittees of the
Canadian Chiropractic Association and the
College of Chiropractors of Ontario.
It is his announced intention to turn his focus to
gardening in conjunction with a move to a
pastoral setting beyond the confines of the Greater
Toronto Area. I am sure that I speak for all of us
as we wish him well in his retirement.
– Dr. John Mrozek,
Dean, Undergraduate Studies
Chiropractor Wanted - Victoria, BC
Share office space with two other D.C.'s in Victoria, B.C. Great location. Recently
renovated. Call Dr. Gerard Phelps at 250-382-3836.
Associate or Sale, NB
Great opportunity for a dedicated, motivated, self starter with good
people skills and ethics. The practice is five years old and growing, in
a beautiful university town, thirty minutes from the ocean. The ability
to practice a variety of techniques with some knowledge of Thompson,
AK, and Cox is preferred. Good salary plus bonus plan. Home–Office
with option to purchase. Call 506-850-3726 or email:
[email protected].
Locum/Potential Associateship/Long Term Option to Purchase, ON
Chiropractor required FT/PT M/W/F on-going.
Wellness-based practice in Unionville, Ontario serving motor vehicle accident and
rehabilitation patients. Our current team includes two chiropractors, exercise
therapist, registered massage therapist, shiatsu therapist and support staff. We are
also associated with an orthopaedic surgeon and three psychologists.
Please contact 905-475-2001 x 24.
For Sale - Chiropractic Tables, East Coast
2 Brand New SPINALIGHT Spectrum Stationary Tables.
$2400 for both or $1400 each. Reg. $1900 each.
High strength steel, light sand color, white oak trim.
Pelvic drop only, paper rack, arm rests and extending ankle rests.
Email: [email protected] or 902-445-2820.
Chiropractic Website Service
Need a website for your practice or event?
Visit us at www.ARSwellness.com for more details.
Physio & Rehab Equipment For Sale, ON
Clinic closing.
Equipment
- physio treatment tables
- Interferential Ultrasound machines, IFC Suction
- Weight resistance machines (leg, back, arms, chest, etc.)
- Treadmill
- Monarch bikes, arm cycle
- Hydrocolators
- Cubicle curtain rods
- Cabinets
Contact: Dr. Stein at 416-533-1131
Associate Needed/ Practice Purchase Option, SK
Busy, family, wellness based chiropractic clinic is looking for a self-motivated
chiropractor to help handle a growing patient base in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.
Established in 1994, this multidisciplinary health care clinic, located in a busy mall,
consistently attracts 15+ new patients/week. All walk-in new patients for the first
6 months will be given to the new associate to help establish their practice,
additionally the current full time chiropractors are looking to decrease the number
of hours worked, and are having a challenge keeping up with the high numbers of
patients seeking care at this clinic. A new associate is needed as soon as possible to
meet the demand. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor who wants to walk
right into a busy practice. Serious inquiries only – please fax resumes, or your
contact information to 306-955-7337 or call 306-955-5900 and ask for Dr. Michael
or Dr. Stacey Hornick.
Independent Contractor/Associateship Opportunity, ON
Downtown Peterborough. Subluxation/ wellness based, emphasis on family care.
Doctor recently started coaching with Renaissance and looking to
potentially mentor another doctor using same principles. Excellent
opportunity for new graduate or someone looking to relocate. Phone Dr.
Colette Szalay 705-741-5700.
Canadian Rockies Practice for Sale, BC
Excellent opportunity for New Grad. Retiring. Reasonably Priced. Serious enquiries
only. Call: 250-439-1123.
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Scott Bitz, DC
CMCC Grad, Class of 1999
Donna McAllister, BSc, DC
CMCC Grad, Class of 2000
It is truly an honor to have represented Saskatchewan at the
2002 Nokia Brier in Calgary in early March. It was the
pinnacle of the season for me to be playing in the Saddledome
in the Canadian Men's Curling Championship. It was a
wonderful
feeling to have
reached our
goal.
Hi everyone! Since graduating in May of 2000, it's been
one thing after another. I was one of 44 chiropractors
selected from around the world to work with the
International Federation of Sports Chiropractic (F.I.C.S)
at the Sydney Summer Olympic Games, 2000. I then
spent the next 18 months working in Australia as a locum
and associate. During this time, I was thrilled to be one of
four chiropractors selected to work in the Polyclinic at
the Goodwill Games in Brisbane, Australia, 2001.
In preparation
for the long
season ahead,
the past year
involved
physical
conditioning
(Left to right) Scott Bitz, DC, Mark Lang, Brian
McCusker, Kelly Moskowy, Daryl Nixon (coach)
programs to
increase muscle
tone and cardiovascular stamina. The belief that "a tired body
leads to a tired mind" was something that we wanted to combat
from the start. Being a newly formed team, we initially found it
a substantial task to mesh together. On paper, we were aware of
our potential, but the first three months of the season were
riddled with underachieving and sporadic play from the team's
perspective. However, by the time we were in the final to
advance to the Brier, we knew we had found our rhythm.
Following my stay in Australia, I returned to North
America and was selected to represent F.I.C.S at the Salt
Lake City Winter Olympics, 2002. The buzz of
excitement in Salt Lake City was electrifying! It was
hard work, but outside of work, there was always time to
The Brier in Calgary offered great challenges, but also the
beginnings of many new friendships across the country (just
like life at CMCC!). We were happy with our fourth place
playoff finish, but we will enter next season feeling that there is
still unfinished business and will set our goals even higher.
The Brier was the end to a long season of curling which
involved many twists and turns, but with the help of a number
of people it ended leaving many fabulous memories and a
desire to return to the event next year in Halifax. My partners
(Drs. Ron Brady and Shannon MacNeill) and the staff at Albert
Park Chiropractic Clinic in Regina and the Chiropractic Health
Clinic in Wynyard deserve huge thanks for looking after the
details of work and putting my mind at ease in that regard.
Great appreciation is extended from our team to the wonderful
health care team at the Saddledome for their hours of work. A
huge thank you to the members of the Chiropractors'
Association of Saskatchewan for their support and special
thanks to classmates and friends Drs. Corrado Cultrera, Robert
Langenhahn, Chad Kulak who were in attendance, as well as
Pat Simmons, Gord Cushing, Jeff Koep, Todd Kaster, and
Laura Rowe for their phone calls and e-mails of
encouragement.
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Salt Lake City Winter Olympics 2002: Dr. Donna McAllister (left) seen
here at the opening ceremonies with Canada's flag bearer Catriona
Le May Doan and other athletes
play. The opening ceremonies were an incredible
beginning, especially while gearing up backstage with
celebrities such as Sting along with other performing
artists. Of
course there
was the figure
skating, and
watching the
f a m o u s
Canadian duo
competing in
the
most Salt Lake City Winter Olympics 2002
controversial event of the games. I also spent time at the ski
jumping, luge and bobsled events, and managed to find time
to go downhill skiing in Utah's playground of powder-covered
mountains.
I think the highlight of the Games for me though was the
hockey. Canadian fans ruled the E-centre cheering both the
women and men to their final victories. What proud
moments to be a Canadian! And so, the ultimate highlight
was joining CBC's Ron McLean and Don Cherry rink-side
to watch the Men's final game. What a buzz. To top it off, we
all made our way to the biggest party of the Olympics: the
closing ceremonies.
(Above) "Two
thumbs up!"
Celebrating history
in the making with
Ron McLean and
Don Cherry at the
Men's Final
Hockey Game
(Right) With pop
singer Sting
backstage at the
Olympic Opening
Ceremonies
Canada's Golden Moment – Dr. McAllister cheering Team Canada's victory!
Herbert K. Lee
Retires!
Convocation 2002 saw the
announcement of CMCC
Professor Emeritus Dr.
Herbert K. Lee’s retirement.
Turning 92 this November,
Dr. Lee is a much loved and
admired figure at CMCC
whose career in chiropractic
has spanned over seven
decades. As is often repeated,
it was Dr. Lee who taught the very first class at CMCC back in
September 1945. Indeed, every graduate of the College since
then has been given instruction by him and has been impressed
by his knowledge of and love for the profession. It has been a
rare gift for CMCC students to have such a vital and direct
connection not just to CMCC’s past but to the advancement of
chiropractic in Canada. He truly has been an inspiration to
many.
Married in 1942, Dr. Herb Lee and his wife Margaret had two
daughters, Wendy and Lynda. Since his wife’s passing in 1990,
Dr. Lee has offset his duties at the College by spending time on
the weekends, and at the family cottage, with his children and
grandchildren. They are a very close family. Dr. Lee also has a
number of creative interests, including amateur photography,
collecting music and general physical activity. He first picked
up his photography habit back in 1927!
In 2000, in an extended feature on him, Primary Contact
asked Dr. Lee what advice he would give to a young
chiropractor, and he was quick with his answer: “Always be
ready to serve your patients and to serve your community,” he
said. “Teach them about health, share your knowledge. Don’t
worry about making a sales pitch for chiropractic, they know
you are a chiropractor. If you show them that you care and that
you are knowledgeable, the rest will fall into place.” Words of
wisdom.
CMCC is honouring the longstanding contribution Dr. Lee has
made to CMCC and to chiropractic in Canada. We invite you
to join us by making a contribution to the Dr. H. K. Lee
Endowment fund. Call CMCC's Donation Services department
at 416-482-2340 ext. 194. Celebrate this great CMCC figure
and his wonderful career at the college.
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A FondFarewell
This spring marked the end of the distinguished CMCC
career of Registrar, Dr. Stefan Pallister. After graduating
from CMCC in 1968, Dr. Pallister returned to his home
country of New Zealand for a period of twenty years where
he practiced, taught, and gave service to the chiropractic
profession. Dr. Pallister returned to Canada and CMCC in
1988 as Director of Postgraduate and Continuing Education.
In 1990 he was appointed Associate Professor and Associate
Dean of Clinics and he held that position until 1995 when
he was made Director, Admissions and Registrar’s Office,
and then Registrar. Over these past 13 years, Dr. Pallister
became a favourite of many students, staff and faculty. Dr.
Pallister is leaving CMCC for Murdoch University in
Western Australia where he is the newly appointed
Foundation Professor of Chiropractic and Head of the School
of Chiropractic.
To acknowledge and pay tribute to the important role Dr.
Pallister has played in so many lives at CMCC, he was asked
to deliver the keynote address at Convocation for the Class
of 2002. For those who were unable to attend on May 3rd,
here is an excerpt.
I want to acknowledge three groups of people
who are gathered here today. First, I acknowledge my friends,
the faculty, administrators, and staff of CMCC. I will miss these
wonderful people very much but I look forward to maintaining
contact and following their careers and activities with great
interest.
Second, I acknowledge you, the loved ones, the family, and
friends of the Class of 2002. I have enjoyed the honour of
meeting many of you, parents, spouses, brothers, and sisters
over the past four years. I am well aware of the sacrifices that
many of you have made in order to support our students. I am
thrilled and privileged to join you in this final celebration.
Third, I acknowledge you, the Class of 2002. Most of you I
now know very well and that has been distinctly my gain. I
have shared many of your joyous moments and also some sad
ones. Today we celebrate your passage through the challenges
of the first four years of your chiropractic education to this
wonderful moment when you are about to embark on your
respective careers as chiropractors.
And now to my message . . .The word “hello” can be used in
different contexts and the inflection given the word can change
its meaning quite significantly. Most often, it is used as a
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Dr. Stefan Pallister
greeting when you meet someone or begin a telephone
conversation. Sometimes it signifies surprise or discovery. Some
people are very good at saying “hello.” They leave a clear
impression that they enjoy meeting you and talking to you.
Saying “hello” takes very little effort but its impact can be great.
In your professional careers as chiropractors, you will be saying
“hello” at least fifty times a day. When you say “hello,” mean it
and you will be surprised how much strength you draw from
this very simple greeting. Every time you say “hello,” you
should grow a little.
“Goodbye” is also expressed in different contexts and with
different inflections. Most times, it simply signifies closure; it
provides another positive opportunity for acknowledging
another person. “Goodbye” can also be a very sad word. Cole
Porter wrote a song about it many years ago. The opening lines
go something like this – “every time you say goodbye, I die a
little, every time you say goodbye, I want to cry a little.” Today
you will say “goodbye” to people you’ve come to know very
well over the last four years and a few of you will never see
each other again in your lifetimes. “Goodbyes” may be
surrounded by great symbolism, celebration, and sadness. We
do not know what life will hold for us from one day to the next.
That is why you must say your “goodbyes” with an
understanding and sensitivity for what this word will mean.
This then is my message. Consider your “hellos” and
“goodbyes” each time you say those words. They are such
simple words but they can carry much weight and have a
very significant effect on other people.
And so, later today when we say goodbye, I am going to die
a little and I will probably cry a little but in the years ahead,
whenever we say hello, I know that I am going to grow a
little. Thank you.
MovingAhead
Thoughts On CMCC “Moving Ahead”
by Allan Freedman
I had heard the stories about 252 Bloor Street on numerous
occasions - the change from the Meadonia Hotel to the
Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and the first class
which took place on September 18, 1945 given by Dr. Herb
Lee. I had heard the passion in the voices of those
chiropractors who had spent years at 252 Bloor Street and
those who cherished their short sojourn at CMCC on Bloor
Street.
When hearing the alumni of CMCC talk about 252 Bloor
Street, I was able to envision the lives of the students in a
building which was fondly remembered. It was as though
the building was more than bricks and mortar - a home
away from home for students entering a profession with
not only an art, science, and philosophy, but also a true
passion for a patient's wellness.
As such, it was of great interest to me to finally visit 252
Bloor Street West and enter the building which currently
stands on the site. The purpose of my visit was to provide a
lecture on health care jurisprudence.
Since I had never been able to visit the "old school"; since I
have only seen pictures of the building; since I have been
able to look at the drawing of the building on a picture
which proudly hangs on the wall of my office; and after 25
years of teaching at CMCC at 1900 Bayview Avenue, I was
anticipating the journey to the location of CMCC's birth
with great anticipation. It did not take 30 seconds of my
entering the present structure to come to a very simple
realisation - memories are wonderful, but things change.
The building and the site carry no indication of its prior
history. It is a tall building of concrete and glass. It contains
elevators, washrooms, offices and a cafeteria. It holds no
passion that I could discern and looks not much different
than most office towers located downtown. I tried to
envision a chiropractic college at the present site; it was an
image that was unattainable. It was just a building.
I have spent at least a day a week for almost half of my life
at 1900 Bayview Avenue. I have watched two major
renovations undertaken at the location. I watch as students
move through the building. I am impressed by the respect
that is given to the building by the students, faculty and
staff. The cleanliness of the campus is an indication of the
admiration and love that is shown for 1900 Bayview
Avenue - a fact that is very rarely shown for buildings
located at university campuses.
When I think of the present building which houses CMCC,
I realize that time moves on. Unlike buildings in London or
| 252 Bloor Street |
| 1900 Bayview Avenue |
Paris, which date by centuries, buildings in such places as
Toronto, New York and Chicago are dated by decades. Our
buildings are old by the time they reach 30 years of age,
and we tear down and rebuild as fast as a developer can
obtain a rezoning for higher density and then obtain a
building permit.
So, having spent two and a half decades at 1900 Bayview
Avenue I have had to come to the realization that while I
will always have a true fondness for the building that
housed my classes, was where I ate breakfast every
Wednesday, was the place where I received my first
chiropractic treatment, was where Continuing Education
programmes were held, Homecoming, pie throwing
contests, and other fund raising events, TGIF events,
Annual Meetings, and faculty and staff events, the time
will come to take the pictures off the wall, pack the boxes
and move to a new home for CMCC: 6100 Leslie Street.
There will be tears to hold back, and more likely tears to
shed. But CMCC is more than bricks and mortar. It is more
than hours spent in Lecture Room 312, the cafeteria, the
technique lab or clinic. Wherever CMCC locates it will
always be CMCC: it is in the heart and in the mind. It was
at 252 Bloor Street, it is at 1900 Bayview Avenue and it
will be at 6100 Leslie Street,
and they are all firmly
set in our fondest
thoughts and
memories.
Allan
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Convocation2002
For the class of 2002, the culmination of four years of
study at CMCC would reach its much anticipated
conclusion on May 3, 2002 at the historic Convocation
Hall in the University of Toronto.
(Left to right) Jennifer Rose, Kim Spares and James Richards
(Left to right) Laura McDonnell and Joseph Kotter
CMCC’s 57th convocation brought together the
graduating class, their families, friends, staff and faculty.
This was truly a special occasion, where the spotlight clearly
shone on the newest members of the chiropractic profession.
The graduate awards presentation was followed by a special
address by Professor Emeritus, Dr. Herbert K. Lee, who
officially announced his retirement after an association with
CMCC that has spanned seven decades. A moving
convocation address was delivered by the highly popular
outgoing registrar Dr. Stefan Pallister, who has departed
CMCC for his new post in Australia (see page 8). He will be
sorely missed.
Members of the Class of 2002 taking the Chiropractic Oath
The moment the students had been waiting for arrived with
the Admission of Graduation. This was followed by Sean
Perry’s valedictory address that no doubt made his
classmates very proud. All of the students took the
Chiropractic Oath, confirming their status as the newest
members of the profession. Following the formal
proceedings, a reception was held at nearby Knox College,
affording everyone an opportunity to share in the joy of
reaching such an important milestone.
CMCC thanks the class of 2002 for their commitment and
dedication during their four years at CMCC and extends best
wishes as they embark upon their new careers as
chiropractors. Congratulations.
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(Top row, left to right) Peter Tzakas, Konrad Prokoview, Sanjib
Ghoshdastidar, Yusuf Rujeedawa, Dimitrios Lianos, Tony Ventrella, Mark
Verratti. (Front, left to right) Sam Calicchia, Adrian Joaquin
HomecomingCelebration
Enthusiastic crowd returns to CMCC for Homecoming 2002
On Friday, June 7, the usually quiet lobby of 1931 Bayview
Avenue was filled with noise and excitement as the members
of the 35th, 40th, 45th and 50th anniversary classes were
reunited prior to the anniversary class luncheon. Alumni
travelled from near and far including England and Australia
to catch up with their classmates. It had been 50 years for
some!
The meal served at the Anniversary Class Luncheon
recreated, with a modern twist, the menu that the Class of
1952 enjoyed at their graduation dinner and dance at the
Royal York Hotel on May 22, 1952. Dr. Oren Safir’s brief
and entertaining greeting from the Class of 1952 gave
everyone a sense of that year’s personality. The 50th
Anniversary Class video that included CMCC recollections,
music and world events from 1952 set the stage for the
extended version that will include interviews with the class
members and highlights of the weekend’s activities.
The Spotlight on Sports Injury Strategies theme proved to be
a winning formula for the two-day Continuing Education
programme. A record turnout of over 100 people attended
workshops and lectures given by recognized leaders in the
field.
Class of '52 with CMCC President Dr. Jean Moss (Left to right) Dr. Bud
Keenan, Dr. Michael Dyszuk, Dr. Leo Clement, Dr. David Churchill, Dr. Jean
Moss, Dr. Nino Campana, Dr. Roger Browett, Dr. Oren Safir, Dr. Robert
Thurlow
The official Homecoming programme ended with the Grand
Reception at the Hilton. There were shouts of recognition as
close to 200 alumni connected with classmates. The classes
of 1977 and 1982, celebrating their 25th and 20th
anniversaries, had tremendous turnouts.
The class representatives deserve many thanks for
contacting and cajoling their classmates into attending
Homecoming 2002 and for organizing the post reception
festivities.
The event started cooking in the late afternoon on Friday at
the President’s Welcome Home BBQ with a great turnout on
the patio in front of the College.
The Governors’ Club Breakfast started the Homecoming
activities on Saturday, June 8 at the elegant Hilton Hotel in
downtown Toronto. Governors’ Club President Dr. Doug
Brown presented awards to long-time supporters of the
College and Dr. Moss provided an update on CMCC’s most
pressing issues including the Lewis Inquest and CMCC’s
new campus.
Left, Anniversary
Class Luncheon.
Dr. Oren Safir,
Mrs. Dorothy Safir
Anniversary Class Luncheon. Dr. Fred Strukoff, Class of 1957 with
Ms. Megan Harris, 4th year CMCC student and current Student Council
President
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Backs In Motion2002
The sun shone brightly on the 17th annual Backs in
Motion 10K Run/5K Walk in Sunnybrook Park.
On the morning of Sunday, May 5, the 17th annual Backs in Motion attracted 432
people who joined Dr. Moss and the Board of Governors along with long time run
supporters that included the Brown, Chiaravalloti, DeFinney, Grice and Mrozek
families along with Dr. Kitchener Hayman.
After the last person crossed the finish line, the party began with a spectacular performance of baton twirling by first year
student Lynne Kushnirenko and the Starlight Destiny Baton Club. She demonstrated once again that the talents of CMCC
students are wide and varied. Lynne and her group built the momentum for the arrival of Mr. Michael "Pinball" Clemons, the
President of the Toronto Argonaut Football Club. "Pinball" captivated the crowd with his inspirational words and his abundant
zest for life. He made a special point of congratulating 16 year old Esther Berman, a visually impaired runner, who placed third
in her age group in her first ever distance race.
CMCC students were out in full force vying to win the student challenge that pitted class against class. Congratulations to the
Class of 2003 for taking first class honours. Scott Curry a member of the Class of 2003 and featured on the cover of the Winter
2002 issue of Primary Contact placed second overall in the speedy time of 33:57.
Backs in Motion is a major fund-raiser for the College. Over $55,000 has been raised to date with more pledge money trickling
in. We thank everyone who went the extra distance to collect donations for the College. Congratulations to Mr. Allan Freedman
who won the grand pledge-raising prize of an all-inclusive trip for two to Cuba. Mr. Freedman raised over $5,400 and was a
most deserving winner. Congratulations to Dr. Peter Kim and the clinic at the St. John's Rehabilitation Hospital for winning the
clinic challenge.
Run results can be found by hitting the link on the "news and events" section of the CMCC website at www.cmcc.ca. Mark
your calendars a week earlier for Backs in Motion 2003. We are moving to Sunday, April 27th.
Top: The warm-up stretch
Right: They’re off! The 10k run
begins
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T h a n k Yo u !
Backs In Motion2002
EVENT SPONSORS
CMCC is pleased to recognize the
following sponsors for generously
contributing towards the success of Backs
in Motion 2002. Special thanks go to the
sponsors of the eye-catching subway
poster campaign - Energex, Scotiabank,
the Ontario Chiropractic Association, The
Canadian Chiropractic Association, The
CMCC Supply Centre & Bookstore, and
Obus Forme. Thanks also to: Mr. Len
Goodman, Original's Sante Fe Saloon and
Canadian Chiropractor.
The winners in the 50 and over category. (Left to
right) Dr. John DeFinney, Mr. Denis Sacks, Ms.
Joan Penny, Ms. Lee Simpson, Mr. Robert Moore
Class of 2002 team (Left to right) Dr. David Veeneman, Dr. Nick
Tsaggarelis, Dr. Pamela Posein, Dr. Todd Woods, Dr. Rob Merrick
Mr. Michael “Pinball” Clemons flashing his
trademark smile
Intern Giselle Boudreau provides post run
treatment
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AlumniFeature
A Conversation with Dr. Brian S. Seaman, Class of ’82
Brian Seaman, DC, FCCSS(C), FICC graduated from CMCC in 1982 and since then has been in
private practice in Halifax, Nova Scotia. During his distinguished career, Dr. Seaman has been the
recipient of many awards and honours, including The Canadian Chiropractic Association “Centennial
Award of Excellence” (1995), College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada) “Centenary Award”
(1996), Nova Scotia Chiropractic Association “Chiropractor of the Year” (1998), “Honourary Member”
of CMCC (1999) and The CCA “Award of Merit” (2001). He was named as a “Fellow” of the
International College of Chiropractors (FICC) in 2002.
Primary Contact caught up with Brian Seaman not long after
his return from serving on the Core Medical Team for the
Canadian athletes who competed in the 2002 Winter
Olympics in Salt Lake City.
PC: The Olympics! What an honour.
BSS: Yes. It was one of the greatest honours I have had in
my career—to represent not only Canada, but also the
chiropractic profession at the Olympics. I must credit the
College of Chiropractic Sports Sciences (Canada) for the
tremendous job which that organization has done in
promoting sports chiropractic across Canada and
representing it with the Canadian Olympic Committee.
PC: How did you get involved with treating athletes?
BSS: I became very interested in sports injuries while in my
first year of university and I noticed an increasing number of
athletes who were seeking chiropractic care. I was not
unfamiliar with chiropractic as my mother had seen Dr. Bob
Randall (Moncton, NB). I spoke to Dr. Randall and to Dr.
Robert Tharp (Halifax, NS), learned more about chiropractic
and CMCC, and decided that it was the career for me.
PC: When did you graduate from CMCC?
BSS: I graduated as a member of the class of 1982. In 1984 I
enrolled in the CCSS(C) Fellowship program which was
being held in Montreal, finishing it in 1987 and successfully
completing my Fellowship exam in 1988.
PC: While we’re on CMCC, do you still stay in touch with
any of your classmates?
BSS: The Class of 1982 was a great year with many of my
classmates becoming involved with the profession in a
variety of ways; research, fellowships, and the various
chiropractic associations/organizations. In the Atlantic
provinces we (Class of 82) spread ourselves out with
Dr. Peter Magee in Saint John, NB, Dr. Roly Bryans in
Clarenville, NFLD and myself in Halifax, NS. All three of us
have been active in the profession—Peter and I with CMCC
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(Left to right) Dr. Greg Uchacz, Team Canada, Dr. Randy Wilkie, Team
New Zealand, Dr. Brian Seaman, Team Canada
and Roly as CCA President. I also have the pleasure of
working with Dr. Jim Nykoliation (Saskatchewan) on the
CCEB and also stay in touch with Dr. Alain Maille in
Quebec who received his sports fellowship at the same time
as me.
PC: You recently attended Homecoming as it was your class
reunion and were presented with your FICC during the
festivities. How did all that make you feel?
BSS: Well June 7th and 8th, 2002 was a big weekend! The
Class of 1982 celebrated its 20th anniversary and about 5060 of our classmates gathered in Toronto at CMCC
Homecoming to trade stories and reminisce about the good
ol’ days. It was great to see everyone. Dr. Tom Isaacs and I
were the class reps and The Orthotic Group sponsored our
reception room. Dr. Keith Simpson travelled all the way
from Australia to join us! There was a lot of talk about
planning for our 25th in 2007. It was very satisfying to look
around the room and see many classmates who have
contributed back to the profession, Drs. Deb KopanskyGiles, Ted Crowther, Jeff Balon, Carlos Ammendolia, and
Yves Roy, to name just a few. Homecoming was truly
wonderful. Allan Freedman was there as the Master of
Ceremonies for our graduation dinner. He did a fantastic job!
AlumniFeature
I was also very honoured to receive a Fellowship from the
International College of Chiropractors (FICC) and especially
to have it presented to me not only at CMCC’s Homecoming
but also with such a large number of my classmates (1982)
present for our 20th. Thank you to Dr. Jean Moss for offering
to make room in the programme for that to happen. It meant
a lot to me.
BSS: My first major position was with the CMCC Board of
Governors. This was a tremendous experience for a number
of reasons, namely, it provided me with an opportunity to
become involved with the profession from a national
perspective as national experience is something you can use
to develop ideas and provide feedback for your province. It
developed my knowledge of Boards
and meeting protocol during my 12
years on the Board (1984-1996).
“ When each of us gives
Finally, it enabled me to give back to
back to the profession not the college and as such, I am still
only does chiropractic
involved with the Capital Campaign.
PC: Can you share your fondest memory
or story of your time as a student at
CMCC?
BSS: The friendships you develop over
the four years at CMCC will last a
benefit but so does each
I have enjoyed my involvement with
lifetime. Taking the Chiropractic Oath at
chiropractor.”
Boards and organizations over the
graduation stands out as a tremendous
years, viewing it as a way to contribute
feeling. Also while in clinic, realizing the
to the profession and hopefully make a meaningful
results of our education in seeing the response of our patients
difference. When each of us gives back to the profession not
to chiropractic.
only does chiropractic benefit but so does each chiropractor.
PC: Why do you believe it’s important for graduates to
PC: We just had Convocation. What are the biggest issues
support or stay involved with CMCC?
that new grads face as chiropractors in Canada?
BSS: It is important to continue with the financial and moral
BSS: A more competitive marketplace in the health care
support of the College and all it does for the profession;
field, and a very large debt load.
research, education (both undergraduate and the residency
programmes), and being a symbol of leadership for, and in,
PC: Any advice for new grads?
the profession. With the continued support of the profession,
BSS: Not to compromise your standards and ethics by
CMCC will be able to continue to provide excellence in
resorting to questionable or unprofessional methods of
education and research. There is no better example of what
soliciting patients and building your practice. It will take
the College does by just looking at the CCWG and its work
hard work and perseverance—but it will be worth it in the
at the Lewis Inquest.
end when you can be proud of building a successful
practice. When deciding on a location to practice, ask
PC: You’ve sat on boards and volunteered your time over the
yourself whether you will be happy living in that area, town
years. Why is this something you do? Why has it been
important for you to give back to the profession in this way?
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Men's Gold Medal Game (left to right) Dr. Brian Seaman, Dr. Jamie Kissick, Mr. Steve King
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CMCCOutreach
CMCC Helps With Donation of New Table
to DC in Uganda
In 2001, CMCC was proud to assist in the donation of a new
chiropractic table to Charles Sebwana, a DC in Uganda.
What follows is an excerpt from his letter of thanks:
degree at Makerere University, I applied to AECC for a
scholarship and fortunately was given the chance to study
chiropractic. I became a chiropractor in 1995.
The step we have taken to bring chiropractic to the people of
Uganda has not been a straight path. There have been many
In Mulago Hospital, I started off by working out of the
challenges. I thank the Head of the Orthopaedic Department
physiotherapy department. Through continuous
and the Directors of Mulago Hospital and the Ministry of
communication with our patients, many people are now
Health in Uganda for the support, and encouragement so far
coming to understand chiropractic as a distinct health care
rendered to me. I also thank my colleagues in Kenya, Dr. T.
discipline. The authorities in Mulago
Adagala and Dr. Musimbi Ondeko, for
Hospital and the Ministry of Health
their constructive communications. I
have also recommended chiropractic
“ This has been a tremendous thank the WFC for all the support,
treatment and are trying to assist in
communication, guidance and
experience. It was only four
developing the new unit at Mulago.
assistance they have rendered for the
years ago when I started
chiropractic profession in Uganda.
I would like to say how grateful I am for
talking
about
chiropractic
to
a
With the continuous efforts of the
the table. Being a professional table, it
WFC, I attended the Paris Congress
will greatly boost my work. It will assist people in a culture where
and had a chance to meet Dr. Jean
barely anybody had heard of
me in treating the patients more
Moss, Dr. Michael Flynn and many
efficiently and accurately. The table I
chiropractic-including key
chiropractors around the world and,
have been using has not been quite
technical health workers in
through the meetings, was exposed to
appropriate in adjusting or performing
the country.”
how chiropractic is succeeding in
chiropractic manipulation. My new
other countries.
table has drop mechanisms, thereby
Chiropractic is quite a new profession in Kampala.
adding other types of adjusting
techniques to use while treating patients. As it has all the
body pieces, including ankle rest, it will make the treatments
easier, safer and the patient's comfort and relaxation will be
promoted. In general, the table is going to expand the
chiropractic services at the hospital and in Kampala as a
whole.
I extend my appreciation and thanks
to the CMCC and in particular the efforts of Dr. Jean Moss,
Ms. Margaret McCallen and Mr. Vince Attisano, WFC and
the Elite Table Company for providing me with a
chiropractic table. I am sure this table will be of great use
for my patients and it will add to the consolidation of our
efforts of bringing the chiropractic profession to Uganda.
This has been a tremendous experience. It was only four
years ago when I started talking about chiropractic to a
people in a culture where barely anybody had heard of
chiropractic – including key technical health workers in the
country. It has been difficult, and it continues to be for some
people, to appreciate that chiropractic exists around the
world as a profession with a strong foundation and requires
a high level of education and training. But, through patient
awareness and appreciation I have continued to practice and
make progress in bringing chiropractic to the people of
Uganda.
I would also like to thank my colleague Dr. Nakato
Mubanda and Mr. John Wanda of the American Chiropractic
Association, both of whom are Ugandans, for visiting me at
Mulago
Hospital and
for meeting
relevant
officials at the
hospital and
the Ugandan
Ministry of
Health.
Personally, I came to know about chiropractic when I was
still at high school. I had always planned to take a career
that caters to people's health problems. So after my first
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(Left to right) Dr. Louis Sportelli and Dr. Charles
Sebwana at WFC conference in Paris, May 2001
New additions to the Members Only
Section on the CMCC Website!
The Compendium Of Natural Health Products
– a guide to the safe and effective use of dietary supplements for health professionals
Access a fully referenced review of more than 100 of the most commonly used
supplements in clinical practice, including all the vitamins, all the minerals, essential
fatty acids, herbal supplements and accessory nutrients.
(Mineral Section now accessible in web page and PDF formats)
EBSCOmed databases
Download for free – more full text documents, abstracts and citations
than ever before
•
now featuring seven major EBSCOmed databases
•
170 additional full text journal titles
•
search and download over 800 full text journal titles,
thousands of articles, abstracts
and citations
New databases:
√ Biomedical Reference
Collection
√ Nursing and Allied Health
Collection
√ Psychology and
Behavioural Science
Collection
Also available
• the Practice Opportunities Database
• on-line search capabilities of all CMCC
library holdings
• access to the Index to Chiropractic
Literature 1985 - 2001
• helpful information on managing your
practice on the Practice Resource Guide
For more information, contact:
David Coleman, Director of Alumni Affairs
Tel: 1-800-669-2959, ext. 146
Email: [email protected]
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ContinuingEducation
Fellowship Programmes
Registration for most modules & weekend sessions
available on an individual basis.
Call for details.
Chiropractic Orthopaedics
Co-sponsored with National University of Health
Sciences (NUHS)
Disorders of the Lower Extremity
This module provides a thorough review of the
anatomy, biomechanics and pathology
complementing a comprehensive study of the
method of evaluation, differential diagnosis and
treatment of the lower extremity.
Disorders of the Lower Extremity (continuing)
Session 3
September 28-29, 2002
Session 4
November 2-3, 2002
Session 5
November 16-17, 2002
Certificate Programmes
Human Anatomy Review
Starting September 2002, this 120-hour Certificate Programme will
review human neuromuscular anatomy. Full dissection of the
cadaver and demonstrations of prosected specimens will be used to
augment the lecture presentations.
Open to RMT's, DC's, MD's, and PT's.
Chiropractic Assistant Programme (COA)
The Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College's COA programme is
offered by Medix School and Trillium College. For more
information, or to hire a graduate for your office, please contact
Medix School, London at (519) 659-4822, or Trillium College,
Oshawa at (905) 723-1163.
Continuing Education Survey
Chiropractic Rehabilitation
The Division of Continuing Education conducted a survey of
Co-sponsored with ACES
Alberta, Manitoba and Ontario chiropractors last winter to find
Starting Fall 2002
Three locations!
Calgary, Toronto and Hartford, CT
out the level of interest in offering a Chiropractic Rehabilitation
Module I sessions include:
* Introduction to Rehabilitation
* Functional Assessment
* Muscle Energy Treatment
* Stabilization Training
* OA Measures (Distance Learning)
* McKenzie/Cyriax
* Strength/Conditioning
* Lumbar Case Management
* Cervical Case Management
Contact the Division of Continuing Education for the
dates at each location.
Programme to them in conjunction with the American Chiropractic
Educational Services (ACES) for the Fall/Winter 2002-03. As an
incentive for sending in their completed survey, they were entered
in a draw for a copy of the book Conservative Management of
Cervical Spine Syndromes by Dr. Donald R. Murphy.
We are pleased to announce the names of the winners in
each province:
Dr. Wendy Coburn from Edmonton, AB
Dr. Pala Gillis from Brandon, MB
Dr. Jeff Harper from Forest, ON
Following the survey, the Division of Continuing Education will
be offering Module I of the Chiropractic Rehabilitation Programme
in Hartford, CT (starting September 21–22 weekend), in Calgary,
AB (starting October 26–27 weekend), and in Toronto, ON (starting
November 2–3 weekend).
To register, please call
Division of Continuing Education
Phone: (416) 482-2340 ext. 191 Fax: (416) 482-1696
Email: [email protected]
www.cmcc.ca/coned
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We will endeavour to provide all programmes as advertised. CMCC
reserves the right, however, to modify speakers/locations,
commensurate with unanticipated needs, and will not be held
responsible for expenses incurred by registrants due to such alterations.
CMCC neither endorses nor supports comments or information
provided by an instructor of a course.
ContinuingEducation
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Weekend Seminars
2002 Maritime Convention and Seminar
This CE seminar on whiplash and risk management will be
held September 27-29, 2002 in St. Andrew's-By-the-Sea,
New Brunswick. As part of the Annual Maritime
Chiropractic Convention, a charitable Golf Tournament to
benefit the CCRF will be held on Sunday, September 29 at
the Fairmont Algonquin. Contact CE for further details.
Multidisciplinary Conference on Chronic
Neck Pain and Whiplash
Co-sponsored by CMCC and the “Save Your Neck...Raise
Your Head Restraint” Campaign, this seminar will be held
on October 19-20, 2002 in Edmonton, Alberta. Contact
CE for further details.
8th Annual Conference on
Advancements in Chiropractic
This year CMCC and the Consortium of Canadian
Chiropractic Research Centres (CCCRC) in conjunction
with the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and
Research (FCER) present the 2002 International
Conference on Spinal Manipulation. Mark October 3-5,
2002 in your calendar. All events will be held at the
Metro Toronto Convention Centre and Crowne Plaza
Toronto Centre. Registration details are available at
www.fcer.org.
M
C
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Distance
Education...
Nutrition and Natural Medicine
In the Prevention and Management of Degenerative
Diseases - Dr. James Meschino
CMCC’s Division of Continuing Education and the Renaisanté
Institute are pleased to present this 3-part video series. Earn credit
hours from the comfort of home. Each video is eligible for 6
credit hours. Check with your provincial licensing board.
Nutrition and Natural Medicine
In the Prevention and Management of Degenerative Diseases
• Theories of Aging, Biomarkers of Disease and the Impact
of Nutritional Influences on these Processes
• Nutrition and Neurodegenerative Conditions
• Nutrition, Arthritis and Inflammatory States
• Syndrome X, Obesity-Nutrition and Lifestyle
Management
Nutrition and Natural Medicine
In the Prevention and Management of Degenerative Diseases
• Nutritional Aspects of Cardiovascular Disease
• Nutrition and Male Reproductive Health
• Nutrition and Female Reproductive Health
Nutrition and Natural Medicine
In the Prevention and Management of Degenerative Diseases
• Nutritional Aspects of Gastro-Intestinal Health
• Nutritional Support for Liver and Gallbladder Health
• Recent Developments in the Prevention and Management
of Osteoporosis, Macular Degeneration and Cataracts
• Clinical Approach to Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine
Assessment and Patient Management
What participants are saying about Dr. James Meschino:
“Dr. Meschino is extremely knowledgeable, up to date, practical
and reasonable. His thoughts encourage me in the management of
my own lifestyle and in helping my patients!”
“The information
provided by Dr.
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increases my
distinctive value as a
chiropractor, but will
also be of tremendous
value to my patients.”
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or city. If you are happy and content it will reflect in your
practice and it will be easier to become a part of the
community. It is a simple concept but I believe very true.
PC: Who are some important mentors and colleagues for
whom you hold respect and why?
BSS: In sports chiropractic—the Fellows who started the
concept of a specialty college for sports chiropractic—Drs.
Tom Sawa, John DeFinney and Gordon Lawson. In education
and research and for what they contribute to the development
of chiropractors in Canada, past, present and
future—Drs. Jean Moss, Sil Mior, John
Mrozek and Howie Vernon.
PC: Tell us a bit about yourself?
BSS: I have been married to Marg for 12 years and have a
daughter CJ who is 10 years old. Keeping with the sporting
theme, Marg is a Level 3 softball coach and was on the
coaching staff of Nova Scotia’s women’s softball team at the
2001 Canada Summer Games. CJ has played softball for 5
years and started paddling for Banook (in Dartmouth) last
year, winning 5 ribbons in her rookie year. She also plays
piano and swims. I am very thankful that Marg and CJ have
been so supportive of the time I contribute to the profession.
PC: What are your special interests outside your
work?
BSS: Gardening is very rewarding (and
relaxing)—you see the benefits of your hard work
just as you can see the benefits of the work you
put back into the profession! I exercise and still
run a little bit. Sports—love to watch 'em.
And I also hold great respect for some
contemporaries who make a big difference: in
the CCSS(C)—for their ongoing dedication
and commitment to enhancing the profile of
(Left to right) Dr. Greg Uchacz,
Dr. Brian Seaman, Dr. Gary
sports chiropractic in Canada—Drs. Rob
Goodyear, Dr. Wilbour Kelsick
PC: What’s the way forward for the profession in
Gringmuth, Wilbour Kelsick, Greg Uchacz,
your opinion?
Lawrence Schledewitz, Nigel Hudson, Mike Murray, Larry
BSS: Maintain a strong educational program in Canada at
Bell, Bob Willson, Gary Goodyear, Mohsen Kazemi and
Glen Harris to name just a few.
CMCC. Continue to do research to validate and strengthen
chiropractic and its public perception. Maintain a strong sense
It’s hard to name names. I have been very fortunate to work
of ethics and purpose as the profession continues to grow. At
with many dedicated colleagues over the years with CMCC,
present, focus the public’s attention on chiropractic as a viable
the CCSS(C), CCEB and the NSCC (formerly the NSCA).
option for back pain, neck pain, headaches and whiplash
injuries—our profession could make such an impact on health
care in these areas—being both effective and cost effective.
Donations
Awards
Mme Edna C. Bousquet
Dr. Michael Buna
Canadian Chiropractic
Association
Canadian Chiropractic
Research Foundation
CMCC Students’ Council
Foot Levelers, Inc.
Dr. Gary T. Goodyear
Dr. Adrian S. Grice
John M. Wallace
Scholarship Trust
Mrs. E. J. Langer
Dr. James P. Laws
Dr. Philip H. Martin
Dr. Jean A. Moss
National Board of
Chiropractic Examiners
Ontario Chiropractic
Association
Ms. Linda Roedl
Dr. John R. Zielonka
General Donations
Dr. Carlo Ammendolia
Anonymous
Ms. H. Wray Barraclough
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Mrs. Gail Bennett
Dr. Kelli L. Blunt
Dr. Beatrice M. Bonnick
Dr. Doug G. Brandvold
Mrs. Bruna Brown
Dr. Ivone De Marchi
Elite Manufacturing
Mr. Allan Freedman
Gibvey Clinic Inc.
Mrs. Margaret Harding
Dr. Richard T. Hawthorne
Dr. E. Kitchener Hayman
Images Radiology
Consultants
Mrs. Irene Longland
Ms. Margaret A. McCallen
Mr. Dan McGinty
Dr. James D. Misner
Dr. Jean A. Moss
Dr. David H. Olson
Dr. Ronald A. Oswald
Dr. Steven M. Perry
Dr. David E. Reinhart
Rocky Mountain
Chiropractic Radiological
Center
Schroevalier Therapeutics
Shiatsu School of Canada
Inc.
Mrs. Jean Sinclair
Sir Sandford Fleming
College
Mr. Kenneth L. Spracklin
Dr. Donald C. Sutherland
Zehava Beauty Centre Ltd.
In Memoriams
Dr. Fred N. Barnes
British Columbia
Chiropractic Association
Dr. Douglas M. Brown
Canadian Chiropractic
Protective Association
Dr. Brian B. Croft
Mr. William and Mrs. Mary
Curran
Mr. Arthur F. Davis
Dr. A. Ronald Elford
Dr. Adrian S. Grice
Dr. E. Kitchener Hayman
Mrs. Eileen Hugli
Dr. Joseph R. Kelly
Dr. Paul A. Korbelas
Dr. James A. Langford
Dr. Rich Luck
Dr. Sandra Malpass
Dr. David J. Matheson
Ms. Margaret A. McCallen
Dr. Michael McLauchlin
Dr. Michael F. Moreira
Dr. Wilfred O. Morgan
Dr. Jean A. Moss
Multi Rehabilitation
Services Inc.
New Brunswick
Chiropractors’
Association
Newfoundland &
Labrador Chiropractic
Association
Dr. Yolande O’Neill
Dr. Ronald A. Oswald
Dr. Edgar R. Reinhart
Dr. Leo K. Rosenberg
Dr. George M. Seim
Dr. Lloyd W. Taylor
Dr. Steve P. Viljakainen
Dr. Robert S. Warnock
Dr. David I. West
Mrs. Leora Wilson
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