All Things Chiropractic

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini welcome Dr. J.T. Anderson to All Things Chiropractic to discuss his personal chiropractic origin—how childhood back injuries, weightlifting and an early mentor led him into the profession—and his rise to treating pro athletes for teams such as the Denver Broncos, Colorado Avalanche and Denver Outlaws. The episode covers sports chiropractic in practice: treatm...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini break down why the AT modifier on chiropractic manipulation (CMT) claims matters and how Medicare defines active, chronic and maintenance subluxations. They explain the difference between acute and active treatment, when AT is appropriate, and why pain alone does not justify ongoing AT billing. The episode covers practical topics: use of outcome assessment to...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini discuss what to do when patients don’t progress as expected under chiropractic care. This episode explores why some patients fail to reach clinical goals, how practitioner technique and patient expectations factor in, and the classic 80–10–10 perspective on outcomes. Topics include a practical 2–4 week clinical algorithm for detecting non-response, objective...

Join hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini as they explore why staff meetings matter in chiropractic practices — even in a virtual world. This episode covers how regular, structured meetings improve communication, set clear goals, and keep the whole team aligned. Topics include meeting agendas, rotating leadership, role-playing, reviewing weekly stats, handling challenging patients, cross-trainin...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini examine UnitedHealthcare’s recent announcement to cut prior authorization requirements for 30% of covered services and the expansion of its “gold card” program. They break down what the program actually requires — and why that looks more like rebranding prior auth than reform. The episode explores key concerns for chiropractors: increased admin burden, AI-dri...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini discuss the risks of repetitive, mindless care in chiropractic practice—what they call the "adjustment assembly line." Topics include present time consciousness (PTC), medicolegal concerns from lost focus and poor documentation, and how patient experience is shaped by clinician intent. They cover practical takeaways for seasoned and new chiropractors: slow do...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini explore "VIP syndrome" in chiropractic — the tendency to change protocols for high-profile patients. Through anecdotes about celebrities, sports figures, board experiences, and treating fellow chiropractors, they define the problem and explain why deviation from standard care is risky. The episode covers practical topics including informed consent, documentat...

In this episode of All Things Chiropractic, hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini welcome Dr. Richard Snow to discuss his unconventional journey from massage therapy to chiropractic and acupuncture. Dr. Snow shares personal health struggles that led him to alternative care, his training path, and how he integrates acupuncture, microcurrent, moxibustion (moxa), cupping, and chiropractic adjustment...

In this episode of All Things Chiropractic, hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini discuss the critical importance of verifying patient insurance benefits to avoid billing disputes and patient conflicts. Topics include practical verification workflows, using clearinghouses and provider portals, the No Surprises Act requirements for advance good faith estimates, handling Medicare and Medicare Advan...

On this episode of All Things Chiropractic hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini sit down with Dr. Jen and Dr. Dean DePice to trace their personal chiropractic stories and the origins of TLC. Guests share how early life experiences, patient care with brain-injured children, and faith filled marriage and family led them to create a coaching community focused on long-term care plans, philosophical...

In this episode of All Things Chiropractic, hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini explore the balance between imposter syndrome and overconfidence within the chiropractic profession. They discuss common signs of imposter feelings, how chiropractic education and practice structure contribute to these phenomena, and how new graduates often lack a residency-style support system. The conversation cov...

In this episode of All Things Chiropractic, hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini interview Dr. William Owens about his journey from a lacrosse injury to a practice that lives at the intersection of holistic chiropractic and mainstream medicine. Dr. Owens explains how his diagnostic focus, advanced imaging use, and partnerships with primary care and specialists have led to 85–90% of his patients...

In this episode Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini welcome Dr. Mitch Mally, a 46‑year practitioner and international speaker known for the Mally Method. They cover his journey into chiropractic, his focus on extremity care, experiences treating athletes and celebrities, and his dedication to hands‑on, drug‑free solutions. Key topics include how extremities affect spinal function, real clinical examp...

Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini on All Things Chiropractic explore what it means to be an "excellent patient." This episode covers practical guidelines for setting expectations, defining your ideal patient, aligning staff and clinical identity, and the business impact of boundaries and referrals. Key takeaways include: defining and writing down your ideal patient profile, communicating expectatio...

In this episode of All Things Chiropractic hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini talk with Dr. Stu Hoffman, longtime chiropractor and leader at ChiroSecure, about his family history in chiropractic, the evolution of practice models, and the role of malpractice insurance in protecting clinicians and patients. Topics include the shift from solo to corporate and multi‑doctor practices, coaching and...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini examine the Luigi Mangione case — the 2024 shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson — and explore the alleged motives tied to frustrations with the U.S. health insurance system. They discuss the case details, media reaction, and the broader question of violence, mental state, and misplaced activism. The episode breaks down systemic healthcare issues ci...

Attorney Jennifer Herlihy joins hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini to discuss chiropractic malpractice and board defense. Topics include trial preparation and strategy, depositions, juror vetting, common board allegations (including stroke and inappropriate touching), the impact of social media and billboard marketing, and the rise of high-stakes catastrophic claims. Attorney Herlihy shares re...

Join Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini on All Things Chiropractic as they explore how to identify high‑quality continuing education for chiropractors. This episode covers why CE exists, how times (and techniques) are changing rapidly—post‑COVID and with AI—and what to look for when vetting courses and presenters. Paul and Dr. Davini discuss the regulatory perspective, minimum safety standards, scop...

Join hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini with special guest Dr. Heidi Haavik as they explore the latest science behind chiropractic care. Dr. Haavik, a chiropractor and PhD in human neurophysiology, explains how subluxations affect paraspinal muscles and brain function, why precise adjustments produce widespread changes, and how chiropractic care can influence sleep, blood pressure, digestion,...

In this episode of All Things Chiropractic, hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini welcome special guests Dr. Christopher Proulx and Jacob Currier (MedCor) to discuss advanced clinical tools and an upcoming hands‑on workshop. The conversation covers Dr. Proulx’s journey into chiropractic care and how modern modalities complement traditional adjustments. Dr. Proulx explains Shockwave therapy—how ac...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini dive into why chiropractors get pulled away from patient care and how to get back to what you love. They cover generational motivations for entering the profession, the realities of running a practice, declining insurance reimbursement, pricing strategies, delegation, time management, and the pros and cons of network participation. Key takeaways include sched...

In this episode of All Things Chiropractic, hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini welcome Dr. Peter Kevorkian, newly appointed president of Life Chiropractic College West. Dr. Kevorkian shares his 42-year journey from engineering student to chiropractic practitioner, educator, and leader, including founding the Massachusetts Alliance for Chiropractic Philosophy and transitioning into academic lea...

Join hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini as they explore the question: What would life be like without chiropractic care? Dr. Davini shares his personal motorcycle-accident story and how chiropractic relieved chronic headaches, redirected his career, and shaped his purpose. The episode covers generational shifts in chiropractic education, the diagnostic value of in-office X-rays, catching hidde...

Hosts Dr. Mark Davini and Paul Andrews celebrate the podcasts first anniversary and dig into the art of confrontation in clinical practice. They discuss why "not receding" is essential for chiropractors and CAs, and how clear communication prevents misunderstandings with patients, staff, and payers. In this episode of All Things Chiropractic, hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini tackle the uncom...

Hosts Paul Andrews and Dr. Mark Davini dive into emotional intelligence — what it is, why it’s hard, and how it impacts chiropractic practices. They cover the five key components (self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills), generational differences, the effects of social media and AI, and real-life examples from their own lives. The episode explores practical applicat...