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Volume II, Issue 19

August 27, 2015

In This Issue...
 

President's Message

GCC Office Notes

Convention 

CA Program

Convention Speaker Article

GCC Fall CE Cities & Dates

CE Super Saver Coupon Codes

CE Express Tour Shirts

CE b4 DE

Classified Ads

GCC Sponsors

 

Upcoming Events

Aug 29-30

34^th Annual Convention & Expo

Sept 11-13     

4^th Annual Augusta CE Express 

Sept 19     

Philosophy Night and Chiropractic Birthday Party 

Oct 10-11     

Macon CE Express

October 15   

CE b4 DE

Nov 7-8     

Valdosta CE Express 

Dec 5-6     

Holiday CE Express 

The Major Premise

The Major Premise is a publication of the Georgia Council of Chiropractic. Opinions reflected in each article represent those of the author and may not reflect the official view of the GCC or its board of directors.  Questions, feedback, or letters to the editor may be submitted by email, fax, or postal mail at the addresses below.

President's Message

CERTAINTY IN AN UNCERTAIN TIME!

Many have predicted a doom and gloom picture for the future of chiropractic.  As insurance moves further toward higher deductibles and higher copays, the utilization of chiropractic is in further jeopardy. The future has uncertainty written all over it.  However with all this uncertainty, and threats toward chiropractic, there is one thing we are all of certain of: 

Correcting subluxations improves functionality
and expression in our patients.

There are so many times I've been asked by patients, how did chiropractic survive with so much false scrutiny over the years. My answer is always, because we get results!  It is true on many levels that humanity improves because we choose to go to the office and serve our patients.

With such power and ability comes responsibility. As subluxation-based chiropractors, we must excel in the type of care we provide for our patients, as they deserve only the best.

The Georgia Council of Chiropractic is mindful of helping our members be the best at their profession.  Therefore the Education we offer is heavily vetted to make sure it will help you become better at location, analysis and correction of Subluxations. The best example is our upcoming convention August 29-30 at the Atlanta Marriott Northwest, which highlights leaders in our profession with the goal of you being a better chiropractor!

We also have a very special political guest that will be joining us at this GCC convention. During our last legislative session, one of the main voices was Representative Sharon Cooper. Ms Cooper is the chairperson for the Georgia Health and Human Services. Her position makes her one of the most important people in Georgia politics, from a chiropractor's viewpoint.  Many believe, however that she was very negative against chiropractic in the last legislative session. 

Thanks to the efforts of the GCC'S political action committee, Chiropractors in Politics, we were able to meet with Rep Cooper recently.  The conversation with Rep. Cooper was surprisingly revealing and she would like to come before us and share her position, one that is quite different than initially expected.

I am very excited for this monumental legislative luncheon. I look forward to you being there on Sunday afternoon, and I also appreciate you standing beside us as a member of the GCC as we move chiropractic into its righteous future! 

Awais Butt, D.C.
President
Georgia Council of Chiropractic

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING:

GCC Members are invited to attend our annual membership meeting to be held a the Atlanta Marriott Northwest on Saturday, August 29 at 12 noon. Items of business at the meeting include installation of board members to open positions and/or expiring terms of office, and committee sign ups for the 2015-2016 Fiscal year. All GCC members are encouraged to attend.

GCC ChiroService Portal:

Have you checked out the new ChiroService Portal on our website? It only takes a few minutes to create your login/account and then you will have access to all of it's convenient features. Manage your membership, register for events, change your address, place classified ads, download your CE Attendance, get GCC products, and more...all from the convenience of your GCC ChiroServie Portal.  Click here to login today!  Be sure to use the email address this newsletter was sent to so the system will connect you to your current record.  And if you happen to create a new record, no worries, we check every day for duplicates and can merge the old with the new without disturbing your login. Give it a look!

GCC 34th Annual Convention & Expo

Register NOW and SAVE 5%

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CA Program at Convention

Be sure to bring your staff to convention this year for an outstanding program covering a wide range of important topics.  The weekend completes multiple modules of the GCC Dynamic CA 2.0 Certification, and attendees taking at least 15 of the 20 Units will earn their Dynamic CA 2.0 Level I Certificate.  We encourage you to provide your staff this valuable knowledge and training. Help them help you build a healthy community and an amazing practice.  

Click here for Information, Schedule, and Registration

Convention Speaker Preview

Seeking Clarity: Delivering outcomes-based care

by David Fletcher, DC, FRCCSS(C)
Chairman CLA, Chief Clinical Officer

 

If you were to wander through the halls of a chiropractic college and attend seminars or listen in on a webinar, you would be struck by the enthusiasm and the certainty of the students and practitioners. Not quite bravado, but a certain confidence that goes with being called by purpose. However, if you were to step away from this environment and watch the same chiropractors in their community practices, you might see a different picture. The confidence seems to weaken and the uniqueness of the chiropractic story begins to shift. The boldness of innate healing gets softened to become something pedestrian that can be duplicated by any number of other qualified health providers. What could cause this evaporation into mediocrity?

The answer lies in quantifiable outcomes. As practitioners, we have all felt and seen the power of an adjustment as it arouses a response that only an adjustment can do. There is nothing quite like observing the shift as a person unlocks years of confusing tension from the spine and nervous system. Being a part of the transformation of a patient’s health and their wellness belief systems is the “juice” that keeps us engaged. But, as powerful as that event can be, the real healing and transformation comes when there is a commitment to progressive change. Keeping the patient, and indeed the practitioner, engaged and focused on the real outcome is an enormous undertaking. This of course means that there must be a crystal clear understanding and plan as to what that outcome could and should be. Sadly, because the illusion of wellness is so far reaching and nebulous, that message is difficult to attain. On the other side of the equation, functional and structural improvements are imminently measurable as are pain and symptom outcomes. But these outcomes leave so much on the table for a chiropractor. Having an improved spinal or peripheral joint system is only a small component in the wellness continuum. What’s needed is a unified approach where structure, function, and continuous adaptability are gathered together and a quantifiable measurement can be attained to benchmark where and how a patient is positioned in their wellness. (Click here to read more) 

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GCC Fall CE Express - Valdosta     Coupon Code: VALDOSTA20     Expires: 09/30/2015

GCC Annual Holiday CE Express     Coupon Code: HOLIDAY20     Expires: 10/31/2015

2015 CE Express Tour Shirts Now Available

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GCC Classifieds
 

Chiropractic Employment Agency  -  America's chiropractic employment agency is MMA. Providing quality, caring, experienced, dependable doctors since 1989. Daily and monthly reasonable rates. If you are a doctor who needs relief or an associate in your clinic, or you want to be an associate or coverage doctor, call 1-800-501-6111.  See our website www.mmachiropractors.com.      (Ad Expires Nov 1, 2015)

X-ray Unit For Sale, - 1996 Universal MP 500 14x36 full spine X-ray. Digital upgrade compatible. Very well maintained (previous owner was Bobby Braile) The unit comes with a processor, lead glass, name blocker, cassettes, a film tray, hot light, and all the books. Asking $4500. Contact  DCDenise86@gmail.com or call 231-598-0135.   (Ad Expires Oct 31, 2015)

Practice For Sale, Coweta County - 9 year old practice 35 min south of Atlanta Georgia,w/Income $510,000.00 /yr, w/40% Cash,doctor Puts $280,000.00 /yr in pocket, in a 3 ½ Day work week. Extra $3,000/mth from local contract(details upon review). Expertly trained staff eager to stay with incoming doctor. Includes $160,000 state of the art equipment/technology:digital xray,new chiro tables, therapy,acoustic compression,computer system/software/servers,tv/sound/video controlled by iPads. Branded as the GOTO office for info on health/wellness.  Community contacts cultivated in place for incoming doctor; Attorneys,Drs, Business Leaders, Clergy, Principals/Teachers.Growing area home to many large companies, and is the hub for the largest filming region outside of Hollywood. USA Today says top place to raise a family. Short drive to city,airport,lake resorts,mountains, sports arenas, w/golf everywhere.  Doctor relocating but will stay for a smooth transition. 
Visit http://tinyurl.com/PracticeSale  or email DrRandi77@Gmail.com.  (Ad Expires Oct 31, 2015)

Help Wanted. Associate Chiropractor - Wellness based chiropractic and nutrition practice in Queens, NY seeking full time associate chiropractor. Established patient base with unlimited growth potential. Salary starts at 40% commission with production based raises. Equipment, supplies and staffing all provided. Candidate must be passionate about wellness care, enthusiastic, energetic and motivated to grow. Email your resume to: 
healthpointemployment@gmail.com  (Ad Expires Oct 23, 2015)

Help Wanted. Chattanooga and N. GA - Chattanooga and N. GA Chiropractors Needed. Well established chiropractic company seeking (2) full time Chiropractors. Must be motivated and passionate about delivering quality chiropractic care. TN &/or GA license required. Excellent pay for exceptional doctors. Email your CV to:
pattonamanda@icloud.com  (Ad Expires Oct 15, 2015)

Relief Doctor - No one can replace you with your patients, but it is a relief to know you can come back from vacation, an injury or other time off and still have your practice intact.   Last year I was dependent on relief doctors after a serious injury and because of them was able to keep my office running.   Whether it’s an emergency or planned time off, you can count on me.  I will treat your patients and staff with the utmost respect and keep it running as close to the way you do as possible.  I am competent in adjusting, insurance and all aspects of office management.  I ran my own office for over 20 years.   It’s often difficult to find another woman chiropractor that your patients will feel comfortable with. Licensed and Insured in Georgia. Contact Dr. Manon Fielding at: drmanon57@gmail.com or 919-724-9456 today! (Ad Expires Aug 28, 2015)

Take Some Time Off! -  Whether you are looking to take a vacation or just a day off, I am available to cover your practice for you.  24 years in practice.  NCMIC insured.  Most techniques.  Many referrals upon request.  Call Dr. Danny Kahn at 678-386-1555 or dr.dannykahn@gmail.com. (Ad Expires Aug 15, 2015)

QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED RELIEF DOCTOR - Available to fit your practice needs. Experienced in most techniques. Taught Thompson and Upper Cervical at Life. Over 30 years in practice. Well versed in Gonstead, Activator and Cox flexion-distraction. PT certified. Carry own malpractice insurance. Excellent references. When you need a competent, trustworthy D.C. to keep your doors open, Call: 678-481-0186 or email Dr. Elliott Segal at docelliott@bellsouth.net.  (ongoing ad)

Office Space Available -   Chiropractic Office Space available near the West Cobb Marietta Avenues.  High Traffic Area.  Large potential for growth.  Excellent office for principled chiropractor.  Full spine, toggle and drop tables available. Off premise access to x-rays.  Space available Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sundays.  Rent determined by number of days needed. Call:  770-362-6430.  (Ongoing ad)

Help Wanted - Independent Contractor   -  Independent contractor doctor position available in established subluxation-based practice in Lilburn, GA. Dr. Phil McWilliams. 770-381-6522 or mchirop@bellsouth.net.    (Ongoing Ad)

Help Wanted - Experienced Chiropractic Assistant - Marietta Chiropractor looking for experienced Chiropractic Assistant.  Call Dr. Krantz at 770-928-2663. (Ongoing Ad)

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