Activate Your Practice Podcast

Can a simple pen change your life? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Dr. Ray Foxworth, the visionary CEO and founder of ChiroHealth USA, as he shares his remarkable journey from a chance encounter to becoming a pioneering leader in chiropractic. Hear the heartfelt story of his mother’s financial struggles and how it sparked his mission to uplift the chiropractic profession. Dr. Foxwort...

Unlock the secrets to a thriving career in chiropractic with invaluable wisdom from two of the industry's most influential leaders. Join Dr. Arlan Fuhr, founder and chairman of Activator Methods International, and Dr. Fab Mancini, former president of Parker College, as they share heartfelt stories and practical advice on the power of mentorship and achieving success in chiropractic. Through i...

Can chiropractic care be the answer to your chronic back pain or a pivotal defense against opioid addiction? Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Kent Greenawalt, the CEO of Foot Levelers, as he takes us through the transformative journey of his father, Monty. Surviving a near-fatal vaccine mishap during World War II, Monty found his path to recovery through chiropractic care, which ulti...

What if you could elevate your practice and transform public perception within your profession? In this week's episode, you'll discover just that as we welcome Dr. Sherry McAllister, President of the Foundation for Chiropractic Progress. Sherry brings a wealth of knowledge on the incredible strides the Foundation has made in promoting chiropractic care over the past 20 years. From signif...

Uncover the future of chiropractic care with Dr. Richard Brown, the Secretary General of the World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC), as he shares transformative insights on our latest episode recorded live at the Parker Seminar in Las Vegas. With 96 member countries, the WFC is on a mission to make evidence-based, interprofessional, and collaborative chiropractic care accessible to people of all a...

What if your chiropractic practice could flourish by simply fostering the right professional relationships? Join us in this compelling episode as we sit down with Dr. Irum Tahir, a distinguished chiropractor with successful practices in both upstate New York and Washington DC. Dr. Tahir shares her incredible journey and reveals the transformative power of systems and partnerships with OBGYNs and o...

Ever dreamt of rubbing shoulders with elite athletes and being at the forefront of sports medicine? Dr. Monte Hessler, the chiropractic maestro for the Phoenix Suns, the San Francisco Giants and PGA Tour athletes, joins us to unravel the tape on a 24-year career marked by precision adjustments and courtside seats to athletic greatness. Monte walks us through the labyrinth of making it in the compe...

When traditional medicine meets cutting-edge surgery, the results can be life-changing. That's exactly what my wife discovered under the care of Dr. Jimmy Chow, an expert in hip and knee surgery, and the centerpiece of our latest episode. We traverse the collaborative landscape of chiropractic care and orthopedic surgery, where Dr. Chow's skilled hands and sharp insights brought to light...

Expert geriatric chiropractic care with Dr. Douglas Gordon as we explore the fascinating intersection of aging and spinal health. Our conversation sheds light on the critical necessity for chiropractors to adeptly serve the booming geriatric population, which is on track to reach a staggering 95 million by 2060. Brace yourself for a deep dive into the four M's of high-quality geriatric care –...

Unlock the secrets of making a stellar first impression with keynote speaker Sylvie's science-backed strategies tailored for chiropractic care. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, where Sylvie illuminates how snap judgments can shape a patient's perspective from the second they enter your clinic. We cover the emotional currents flowing through chiropractic offices and dissect t...

Unlock the secrets to ensuring your chiropractic practice stands on the solid ground of regulatory compliance. As I, Dr. Arlan Fuhr, sit down with Markus Gee, Axeon Corporation's sage Director of Medical Device Division, we pull back the curtain on the often-neglected realm of medical device regulations. Our enlightening conversation promises to arm you with the knowledge to discern the risks...

Show notes: Ever wondered how the chiropractic profession survived its early challenges? Get ready to dive into the captivating history of the chiropractic profession, as we sit down with Dr. Lou Sportelli, a seasoned chiropractor and key player in the profession's political world. We journey back to the 1960s, a time when chiropractors faced exclusions from hospital labs and referrals from p...

Imagine embarking on a nostalgic journey back to the time when the Activator Method was just being discovered. We tap into this vibe, as Dr. Ed Shepherd, a renowned expert in the field of the Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ) and the cranial area, reminisces about his first encounter with the Activator Method 40 years ago. Dr. Shepherd takes us through the evolution of this method, sheddin...

Are you ready to demystify the often daunting world of chiropractic documentation? With Dr. Gregg Friedman, a luminary in the field, as our guide, we unravel the complexities surrounding this integral aspect of any chiropractic practice. From the bare necessities of documenting patient improvement, to understanding the role of documentation irrespective of the payer, we tackle these topics head-on...

What if you had the ability to provide your pets with a level of care that goes beyond the usual vet visits? Join us for an intriguing conversation with Dr. Susan Roecker, a seasoned animal practitioner and supervisor of the Integrated Veterinarian Pain Management Center, as we journey into the world of animal chiropractic. Discover how this specialized form of care, with roots dating back to the...

What if you could start planning your exit strategy from your chiropractic practice today, ensuring a seamless transition when you're ready to step down? Let's join the conversation with Dr. Douglas Sea, who started planning his succession 41 years ago, and learn from his experience. We talk about his journey, inspired by the book "Good to Great," and stress on the significance...

Journey with us as we step into the intriguing world of pediatric chiropractic alongside Dr. Ed Shepherd, an Activator practitioner with 40 years of experience. Brace yourself as we traverse a wide-ranging adventure through Illinois, Maine, and Seattle, each location brimming with unique challenges and experiences. We illuminate the profound impact of chiropractic care in the pediatric world, with...

Join Dr. Arlan Fuhr,  Chairman and Founder of Activator Methods International, as he talks with professionals worldwide. On this episode, Dr. Fuhr will interview Dr. Chris Perron, Chiropractor and Author of the book "The Simple Plan."  "Activate Your Practice" was designed to help elevate and inspire others and their practice. Dr. Perron's book, "The Simple Plan,&quot...