2024 Spring Convention Guide

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Dr. Tim Bertelsman

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Join WCA at The Osthoff Resort! April 11-14, 2024 Please join us for the 2024 Spring Convention at The Osthoff Resort, a stunning AAA Four Diamond Resort located on the shores of Elkhart Lake! This convention is perfect for chiropractors, clinic staff and healthcare professionals looking to bring pain relief, wellness care, immunity support and rehabilitative exercises naturally without drugs or surgery.

Professional Development for ALL Clinic Staff Treat Yourself to Professional Development Designed Just For YOU

Make the weekend a staff retreat and bring the whole clinic, take advantage of Osthoff amenities with your spouse, or bring a friend to enjoy the spa during your downtime.

Our Speakers Get It

Our engaging speakers teach locally, regionally, nationally and internationally. They are also in active practice with years of real-world clinical experience. Regardless of where you are in your career, our top-notch instructors will help you build skills and grow as a DC, CT, CRT, Front Desk or Billing Staff.

2024 is a License Renewal Year. Continuing Education Credits At-a-Glance 30 DC CE Hours / 28 Nutrition

14 CT CE Hours

12 CRT CE Hours

Thursday 8 CE/8 Nutrition Friday 8 CE/8 Nutrition Saturday Up to 9 CE/8 Nutrition Sunday Up to 5 CE/4 Nutrition

Friday 6 CE Saturday 8 CE

Saturday 8 CE Sunday 4 CE

Important Convention Dates FEBRUARY 29

MARCH 1 - APRIL 5

MARCH 15

APRIL 6 - 14

Early Bird

Standard registration rates apply.

Hotel room discount block cut off date.

Rooms fill quickly, book your room early!

$25 late registration fee applies to all registrations.

Registration Ends.

Save 20% when you register!

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The Osthoff Resort | Elkhart Lake, WI

Book Online

We Chose this Elegant Resort with You in Mind

Tucked away in beautiful Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, the Osthoff Resort dates back to 1885 with a history of speakeasies and a spring-fed lake with restorative powers. With the resort’s spacious rooms overlooking the woods, the courtyard or the lake, it is a wonderful place to kick off your shoes and relax. Enjoy peaceful nature walks, an award-winning full service spa, casual or fine dining with family, friends, colleagues and exhibitors.

Convention Room Block Details The WCA has secured an incredible deal at the Osthoff Resort for WCA Convention goers. The Osthoff Resort fee will be waived for anyone booking within the WCA block. Rooms sell out each year, so be sure to jump on this opportunity and book your room today!

Room Rates (per night) $139 - Guest Rooms, One-Bedroom Suites and Two-Bedroom Woodland Suites $169 - Two-Bedroom Courtyard/Lakeview Suites Accommodations

Room Block Closes March 15 ONLINE Visit osthoff.com

Use Group Code 17377

in the Group ID box to link to “WI Chiropractic Assoc. ‘24”

Enjoy complimentary parking, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour access to the fitness center.

Check in at 4:00 PM and check out at 11:00 AM.

Book Your Room by March 15, 2024

After this date, the resort will continue to accept reservations at the prevailing room rate, subject to availability.

Aspira Spa at the Osthoff Get ready to unleash your inner zen warrior! Your ultimate wellness journey starts with an appointment at Aspira Spa, crowned king of spas in Wisconsin by the esteemed Spa of America. Whether you've spent hours in a meeting or need a break from reality, this heaven-on-earth is your perfect escape. Time to indulge in a massage, breathe in the goodness of the salt room, and take a mindful stroll around the labyrinth. Remember to leave your worries at the door!

Spa Information

PHONE 1-800-876-3399

Select Prompt #1 When booking, mention

“WI Chiropractic Assoc. ‘24” to receive the group discount.

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As you're aware, products and services are always on the move. But don't fret! WCA is excited to offer you some top-notch goodies from companies that can supercharge your clinic. Swing by and say hello to our exhibitors, and take a peek at all the amazing ways you can level up your practice.

CHECK ONLINE for a list of Exhibitors as we get closer to Convention time!

WCA CORPORATE PARTNERS IT'S ALL ABOUT RELATIONSHIPS

Thank You WCA Corporate Partners PREMIUM PLUS CORPORATE PARTNERS

BayCare Clinic Standard Process

PREMIUM CORPORATE PARTNERS

Abyde ChiroHealthUSA Erchonia Foot Levelers LSM Chiropractic Online Chiro

PREFERRED CORPORATE PARTNERS Anabolic Laboratories BioPosture Blueprint to Practice Automation Bonded Collectors of WI, Inc. CareWear Chiro One Wellness Centers Chiro-Leaf ChiroPreferred Cutting Edge Technologies Doc For A Day, LLC Electro Regenerative Therapy EuroMedica Force of Nature Hawks Quindel, SC

Hope Acres, LLC International Orthopedics JTECH Medical Laser Biotech International MH Imaging, LLC NCMIC NuMedica NutriDyn PowerMedic Lasers, Inc. Practice Opportunities, Inc. Protec Spine North America, Inc RAYUS Radiology The Wellness Way Turowski Healthcare Products, LLC

SUPPORT CORPORATE PARTNER Cvikota Medical Business Services

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Brace yourselves for two mind-blowing classes tailored specifically for you. Get ready to level up!

CT and CRT Renewal Courses FRIDAY 10AM - 5 PM

Saturday, 8 AM to 5 PM and Sunday, 8 AM to 12 PM

Advanced CT: The Healing Process Let's dive into the deep end of therapeutics and explore how unique factors, like mood, culture, and past pain experiences, can affect the healing journey for each patient. This course is perfect for already licensed CTs who want to stay ahead of the curve.

Our presenter, Brenda Holland, DC, DICCP, will be leading the way throughout the 6 CE hours. Mark your calendars for Friday, 10 am to 5 pm!

Radiology Red Flags for the CRT This 12-hour course with Wendy Varish, DC, FACO, CCSP, CCOHC, MCS-P, is the perfect chance to get an insider's view of all the tricky challenges and oddities that pop up during radiographic evaluation.

Score 12 CE CRT hours while you're at it!

Greetings, Chiropractors - It's time to elevate your skill set!

We recommend exploring two top-tier certification courses, The Chiropractic Nutritional Counseling and Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine Diplomate course (formerly Orthopedic). The Convention CE Line-Up boasts an impressive roster of experts with real-world experience. These programs offer hands-on training, cutting-edge nutritional insights, laser therapy, and adjustment techniques, among other topics. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and capabilities!

8 AM - 5 PM

(1-hour lunch break. Lunch is on your own)

Nutrition Module 1: Structural Nutrition – From subcellular membranes to musculoskeletal structures

From subcellular membranes to musculoskeletal structures, you will learn: Macro and micronutrients and the concept of Nutrient Reserve Deficiency as a source of ill health, and so much more.

Presenter: Scott Bergman, DC Sponsored by: NutriDyn CE Hours: 8 CE DC / 8 Nutrition

Advanced PEMF Therapy Masterclass: Integrating Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Technology into Chiropractic Practice Each section of this course includes live demonstrations using PEMF technology along with examples of exam procedures so that you understand how to apply in practice.

Presenter: Marc Funderlich BPS, DC, CCS Sponsored by: Electro Regenerative Therapy (ERT) CE Hours: 8 CE DC

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8 AM - 12 PM

1 - 3 PM

subcellular membranes to musculoskeletal structures

Brain-Gut Wellness

(Continued) Nutrition Module 1: Structural Nutrition – From Certification Exam at the end of class.

Presenter: Scott Bergman, DC Sponsored by: NutriDyn CE Hours: 4 CE DC / 4 Nutrition

Adjusting the School-Age Child

Learn and update skills in addressing common childhood complaints for school-age children, including bed-wetting and accidents, headaches, eczema, fear, and focus.

Presenter: Julie Qualle, DC Sponsored by: LSM Chiropractic CE Hours: 4 CE DC

Swing, Hit, Drive, and Thrive: Combining Laser and Chiropractic to Defeat Upper Extremity Conditions

Whether a weekend warrior, high school or collegiate athlete, golf or tennis pro, factory line worker, or even a couch potato, upper extremity injuries can plague a patient and interfere with activities of daily living.

Presenter: Wendy Varish, DC, FACO, CCSP, CCOHC, MCS-P Sponsored by: PowerMedic CE Hours: 4 CE DC

Lost Vagus Nerve Function: Stress Balancing & Brain-Gut Wellness Learn patient messaging for neuroplasticity and the Flow Motion Effect with a focus on a Chiro Rejuvenation plan - empowering patients to be self-care smart with lifestyle health habits.

Presenter: Dan Davidson, DC Sponsored by: Foot Levelers CE Hours: 4 CE DC

10 AM - 5 PM

Advanced CT: The Healing Process

Designed for the licensed CT who is already working in a practice, we will discuss advancements in therapeutics and take a closer look at the healing process and how various factors such as mood, culture, and past experiences with pain can vary from patient to patient.

Presenter: Brenda Holland, DC, DICCP CE Hours: 6 CE CT

(Continued) Lost Vagus Nerve Function: Stress Balancing & Presenter: Dan Davidson, DC Sponsored by: Foot Levelers CE Hours: 2 CE DC

3 - 5 PM

Minor Hand In-Office Procedures

Conservative treatment modalities for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Trigger Finger, Ganglion Cysts, and Dupuytreris.

Presenter: Craig Olson, MD CE Hours: 2 CE DC

1 - 5 PM

Chronic Migraine Headaches: Manual Medicine Solutions

Of all types of pain, stabbing headaches, or “ice pick headaches” are some of the most difficult conditions to successfully treat. This seminar provides effective and safe alternatives to currently used anticonvulsant medications.

Presenter: Nelson Marquina, MSc, PhD, DC Sponsored by: Laser Biotech International CE Hours: 4 CE DC

(Continued) Adjusting the School-Age Child Presenter: Julie Qualle, DC Sponsored by: LSM Chiropractic CE Hours: 4 CE DC

The Whole Food Health Advantage

This course is designed to help health care providers develop understanding and treatment objectives for utilizing whole food nutrition as well as epigenetic influence in their practice.

Presenter: Jeff Lavell, DC Sponsored by: Standard Process CE Hours: 4 CE DC / 4 Nutrition

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8 AM - 12 PM

Nutrition Module 2: Energy Production and the Mitochondria / Immune Function and Inflammation Presenter: Scott Bergman, DC Sponsored by: NutriDyn CE Hours: 4 CE DC / 4 Nutrition

8 AM - 5 PM

Radiology Red Flags for the CRT

This 12-hour course will offer the participant an “inside” view of challenges and anomalies that are often discovered during radiographic evaluation.

Presenter: Wendy Varish, DC, FACO, CCSP, CCOHC, MCS-P CE Hours: 8 CE CRT

Mastering the Extremities and Spine the Wong Way

Dr. Wong will focus on the extremities (feet, ankles, knees) in the morning and the spine in the afternoon. This course is designed to teach Chiropractors evaluation and adjusting techniques for the lower extremities, lumbar spine, thoracic spine, shoulders, and ribs.

Presenter: Kevin M. Wong, BS, DC Sponsored by: Foot Levelers CE Hours: 4 CE DC

TMJ Pain and the Craniocervical Junction: When Connections Go Wrong

This 4-hour training seminar describes the pathophysiology of TMJ pain and TMD and provides the hands-on treatment protocols to incorporate into chiropractic programs.

Presenter: Nelson Marquina, MSc, PhD, DC Sponsored by: Laser Biotech International CE Hours: 4 CE DC

8 - 10 AM

Protecting Yourself from HIPAA Patient Complaints & Data Breaches Travis will debunk HIPAA myths and has a great knack for educating clinics on important security and privacy rules and leaving attendees with some clear, actionable steps to implement on Monday.

Presenter: Travis Watson Sponsored by: Abyde CE Hours: 2 CE DC/CT

10 AM - 12 PM

Risky Business: 5 Things That Can Cause You Big Problems

Discuss the common pitfalls that lead to dual fee schedules, improper time of service discounts and inducement violations.

Presenter: Heather Simmons Sponsored by: ChiroHealthUSA CE Hours: 2 CE DC/CT

1 - 5 PM

Class IV Laser Therapy: Research, Conditions & Outcomes Discuss chronic neck and back pain with emphasis on disc and facet related pathology.

Presenter: Kyle J. Pankonin, DC, FACO, DACCP, CFMP, CCEP Sponsored by: Cutting Edge Lasers CE Hours: 4 CE DC/CT

(Continued) Nutrition Module 2: Energy Production Presenter: Scott Bergman, DC Sponsored by: NutriDyn CE Hours: 4 CE DC / 4 Nutrition

(Continued) Mastering the Extremities & Spine the Wong Way This course is designed to teach Chiropractors evaluation and adjusting techniques for the thoracic spine, shoulders, and ribs.

Presenter: Kevin M. Wong, BS, DC Sponsored by: Foot Levelers CE Hours: 4 CE DC

1 - 6 PM

Diplomate: Best Practice Management for Resolving Neck Pain & Headaches

Dive deep into the most effective ways to assess and treat the root cause of neck and head pain. This course is approved education for DCs pursuing the NMSM (formerly Orthopedic) Diplomate. It is also an excellent choice for DCs who are not pursuing their diplomate.

Presenter: Tim Bertelsman DC, CCSP, DACO Sponsored by: ChiroUp CE Hours: 5 CE DC

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8 AM - 12 PM

8 AM - 1 PM

(Continued) Nutrition Module 2: Energy Production

(Continued) Diplomate: Best Practice Management for

Certification Exam at the end of class.

Presenter: Scott Bergman, DC Sponsored by: NutriDyn CE Hours: 4 CE DC / 4 Nutrition

Resolving Neck Pain & Headaches

Presenter: Tim Bertelsman D.C., CCSP, DACO Sponsored by: ChiroUp CE Hours: 5 CE DC

(Continued) Radiology Red Flags for the CRT

Presenter: Wendy Varish, DC, FACO, CCSP, CCOHC, MCS-P CE Hours: 4 CE CRT

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Prepare for a feast of knowledge with your registration! You'll have access to seminars, healthy refreshments to recharge your brain cells, and a delicious lunch on Friday & Saturday. Plus, don't miss out on the Friday and Saturday Exhibits that will surely satisfy your curiosity.

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Chiropractic Nutritional Counseling Certification Module 1

12 CE DC/12 Nutrition

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CT Renewal Course Friday 10-5 CT 1-Day Pass Saturday 8-5

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Session Title and Presenter

Time

Audience

CE Hours

NEW! Nutrition Module 1: Structural Nutrition, Dr. Scott Bergman

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

DC

8 CE/8 Nutr.

Advanced PEMF Therapy Masterclass, Dr. Marc Funderlich

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

DC

8 CE

NEW! Nutrition Module 1 CONTINUED, Dr. Scott Bergman

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE/4 Nutr.

Lost Vagus Nerve Function, Dr. Dan Davidson

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE

Adjusting the School-Age Child, Dr. Julie Qualle

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE

Swing, Hit, Drive & Thrive, Dr. Wendy Varish

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE

Advanced CT: The Healing Process, Dr. Brenda Holland

10:00 am - 5:00 pm

CT

6 CE

NEW! Whole Food Health Advantage, Dr. Jeff Lavell

1:00 - 5:00 pm

DC

4 CE/4 Nutr.

Chronic Migraine Headaches, Dr. Nelson Marquina

1:00 - 5:00 pm

DC

4 CE

Adjusting the School-Age Child CONTINUED, Dr. Julie Qualle

1:00 - 5:00 pm

DC

4 CE

Lost Vagus Nerve CONTINUED, Dr. Dan Davidson 1:00 - 3:00 pm Minor Hand In-Office Procedures, Dr. Craig Olson 3:00 - 5:00 pm

1:00 - 5:00 pm

DC

4 CE

NEW DAY! Nutrition Module 2: Energy Production, Dr. Scott Bergman

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE/4 Nutr.

Mastering Extremities & Spine the Wong Way, Dr. Kevin M. Wong

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE

TMJ Pain - Craniocervical Junction, Dr. Nelson Marquina

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE

HIPAA Compliance, Travis Watson 8:00 - 10:00 am Risky Business, Heather Simmons 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC/CT

4 CE

Radiology Red Flags for the CRT, Dr. Wendy Varish

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

CRT

8 CE

NEW DAY! Nutrition Module 2 CONTINUED, Dr. Scott Bergman

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

DC

4 CE/4 Nutr.

Mastering Extremities & Spine CONTINUED, Dr. Kevin M. Wong

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

DC

4 CE

Class IV Laser Therapy, Dr. Kyle J. Pankonin

1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

DC/CT

4 CE

Diplomate: Neck Pain & Headaches, Dr. Tim Bertelsman

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

DC

5 CE

NEW DAY! Nutrition Module 2 CONTINUED, Dr. Scott Bergman

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

DC

4 CE/4 Nutr.

Radiology Red Flags for the CRT CONTINUED, Dr. Wendy Varish

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

CRT

4 CE

Diplomate: Neck Pain & Headaches CONTINUED, Dr. Tim Bertelsman

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

DC

5 CE

We use your session selections to assign meeting rooms based on capacity.

You may switch to another session as long as there is room.

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