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SUMMARY:MCS Board and Budget Meeting - 8:30 am - Courtyard Marriott\, Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Members are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-and-budget-meeting-830-am-courtyard-marriott-marlborough/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190618T173000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190614T134929Z
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SUMMARY:TAKE A CLOSER LOOK TO FIND THE ANSWER - A Chiropractic Educational Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, June 18\, 2019 – 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Free event to all chiropractors – for two hours of CE approved MA & NH.\nPlease RSVP below to let us know you are coming!\n \n        5:30 – Networking\, refreshments\, and appetizers     ~        6:30 – Presentation \n  \n  \n  \nWhere:  BOKX 109 AMERICAN PRIME\, Hotel Indigo Boston – Newton Rivers\, 399 Grove Street\, Newton\, MA 02462 \n  \nSpeakers: Dr. Damon J. Spitz\, MD  – Board certified musculoskeletal radiologist with New England Baptist Radiology Associates\, PC. & Tal Rencus\, MD – Board certified neuroradiologist with New England Baptist Radiology Associates\, PC. \n  \nTopic: Spinal Imaging and imaging guided interventions. Clinical case presentations with emphasis on   image analysis and MRI interpretation.” \n  \nMode of Presentation:  Powerpoint presentations with XRay and MRI with selected studies \n  \nCourse Content: \nHour 1: \n\nReview of normal anatomy of cervical\, Lumbar Spine MRI imaging\nSpinal guided interventions\nMRI Interpretation\n\nHour 2: \n\nCase studies from practice covering xray and MRI modalities\nFracture\, ligament\, injury\, tumor\, herniation\n\n  \nLearn how we can be your partner for chiropractic imaging. \nExpert radiologists will discuss ordering an MRI vs X-ray\, pre-authorizations and the most commonly ordered MRI exams.  They will also review case studies.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/take-a-closer-look-to-find-the-answer-a-chiropractic-educational-presentation/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20190508T200529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190522T193310Z
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SUMMARY:DOT CERTIFIED MEDICAL EXAMINER CERTIFICATION COURSE ~ 2019
DESCRIPTION:National Wellness Courses\, LLC  ~  NationalWellnessCourses.com  ~  Experts in Occupational Wellness Training\nFour consecutive Thursdays: May 23\, May 30\, June 13 and June 20\, 2019 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.\nLive event; if registered and cannot do online live you can go back and listen to a recorded version.\n\nONLY ONE DAY LEFT – REGISTER BELOW – DON’T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUR PRACTICE!\n  \nDOT CERTIFIED MEDICAL EXAMINER CERTIFICATION COURSE\nThis course has been approved for the required training to provide eligible Doctors the\nopportunity to become Certified Medical Examiners for the Department of Transportation.\n• Qualifies for initial certification training\n• Qualifies for the required 5-year follow up training (5 years after passing National Exam) \nCOURSE INCLUDES:\n• Convenient On-line Training: Live instruction by Dr. David Klayman. Four 3-hour On-Line Training Sessions\n• Option to Log-In and complete each session anytime\, via recorded training sessions\n• In Depth Preparation for The Required National Examination (Graduates have a 90% success rate in passing the exam on the 1st try – well above the national average for Chiropractors)\n• Course Includes 400 Sample Test Questions with answers explained\n• Detailed Course Notes – easy to download\, follow and use.\n• Copy of The DOT Manual for The Certified Medical Examiner\n• All required forms and certificates for completing the official DOT Medical Examination\n• Video observation of “How To Perform” all steps of the DOT Examination\n• Course Applicable to all National Registry Accepted Health Care Professions: MD\, DO\, DC\, APN\, PA\, NP (*Not available to DCs in NY\, WA and MI)\n• All 50 states approve this course for DOT Certification\n• 26 States are eligible for 12 CE Credits for DCs – Including MA\, CT\, ME\, RI\, VT\, NJ Course \nCourse Instructor: Dr. David Klayman\, DC\, CME\nDr. Klayman is the founder and a lead instructor for National Wellness Courses\, a Continuing Education Organization providing elite Occupational Health and Wellness training. Dr. Klayman\nhas been educating doctors for over 10 years in the field of Corporate Wellness. His research into the evaluation and training of employees on worksite risk factors and healthcare needs has\nhelped save businesses millions of dollars in lost productivity and insurance costs. For Doctors of Chiropractic\, these training courses have opened doors to businesses across the\ncountry\, helping employees discover the benefits of Chiropractic & natural healthcare. Dr. Klayman is a DOT Certified Medical Examiner teaching this program for over 5 years.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/dot-certified-medical-examiner-certification-course-2019/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190516T080000
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CREATED:20190104T202819Z
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UID:2709-1557993600-1558026000@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS Board of Directors Meeting - 8:30 am - Courtyard Marriott\, Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Members are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-of-directors-meeting-830-am-courtyard-marriott-marlborough-4/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
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CREATED:20190104T202647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T202647Z
UID:2707-1556181000-1556181000@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS Board of Directors Meeting - 8:30 am - Courtyard Marriott\, Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Members are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-of-directors-meeting-830-am-courtyard-marriott-marlborough-3/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
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DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20190104T201957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T202132Z
UID:2705-1553157000-1553157000@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS Board of Directors Meeting - 8:30 am - Courtyard Marriott\, Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Members are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-of-directors-meeting-830-am-courtyard-marriott-marlborough-2/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190221T083000
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CREATED:20190104T201804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190104T201804Z
UID:2703-1550737800-1550737800@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS Board of Directors Meeting - 8:30 a.m. - Courtyard Marriott\, Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Members are welcome to attend.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-of-directors-meeting-830-a-m-courtyard-marriott-marlborough/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
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CREATED:20190129T174523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190129T175206Z
UID:2822-1548921600-1548936000@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS Board of Directors Meeting - 8:30 a.m. - Courtyard Marriott\, Marlborough
DESCRIPTION:Member doctors are welcome to attend!
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-of-directors-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
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CREATED:20180326T183419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T183426Z
UID:2450-1545292800-1545325200@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:No Board meeting in December
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URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/no-board-meeting-in-december/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T083000
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CREATED:20180326T182949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181121T192339Z
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SUMMARY:Organizational Meeting 400 Washington St. Braintree\, MA
DESCRIPTION:This meeting is located at the MCS office in Braintree on the 4th floor in the boardroom. \nIf you are a part of the Organizational/Executive team and even if your not and you and need further details please call Tracey 781-849-0000 \nPlease RSVP for this meeting. \nLunch and Organizational Packets are provided. \n 
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/organizational-meeting-400-washington-st-braintree-ma/
LOCATION:MCS Braintree Office\, 400 Washington Street\, Braintree\, MA\, 02184\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181115T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20180326T183138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T183343Z
UID:2448-1542270600-1542283200@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting Marriott Marlboro
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URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/board-meeting-marriott-marlboro-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T083000
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SUMMARY:Board Meeting Marriott Marlboro
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URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/board-meeting-marriott-marlboro-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T083000
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CREATED:20180326T181929Z
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UID:2441-1537432200-1537444800@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting Marriott Marlboro
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/board-meeting-marriott-marlboro/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180802T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20180326T181704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T193759Z
UID:2439-1533198600-1533211200@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting 8:30 am - Marriott Marlboro
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/board-meeting-830am-marriott-marlboro-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180719T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20180326T175412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T175421Z
UID:2437-1531987200-1532019600@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:NO Board Meeting in JULY!!!!
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/no-board-meeting-in-july/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180621T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20180326T175324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T175331Z
UID:2435-1529569800-1529582400@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting 8:30am Marriott Marlboro
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/board-meeting-830am-marriott-marlboro-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180517T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180517T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20180326T175219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T175227Z
UID:2433-1526545800-1526558400@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting 8:30am Marriott Marlboro
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/board-meeting-830am-marriott-marlboro/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180412T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20180326T174939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T174939Z
UID:2431-1523521800-1523534400@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Board Meeting Courtyard Marriott Marlboro\, MA
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/board-meeting/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="MCS":MAILTO:traceymasschirosociety@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180326T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20180326T131243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T132324Z
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SUMMARY:MassHealth Webinar
DESCRIPTION:MASSHEALTH WEBINAR\nYou asked for it and MCS has made it happen. You do not want to miss this webinar addressing your concerns.\nFriday March 30th @ 12:30pm\nHost: Marilyn Thurston \nAudio:  Details: Dial-In Number(s): \nU.S. & Canada: 866.740.1260 \nAccess Code: 9343843 \nMassHealth has several initiatives that could impact any provider that accepts MassHealth. These changes will have a direct impact on claims processing and payment that are important for you to understand. As a service MassHealth is providing an opportunity to have a dedicated webinar for our membership to explain these changes. \nThis webinar will address MassHealth’s implementation of the federally mandated regulations for ordering\, referring\, and prescribing requirements along with the implementation of new ACO options for MassHealth members. \nHere are the instructions for accessing this course: \nOpen your web browser\, and register / test your account prior to the scheduled webinar using the link below (highly encouraged)\nhttps://cc.readytalk.com/r/h4xlxg9w2p2n&eom \n(You may be able to click on the link above\, or\, you may need to copy and paste the link into your browser’s address bar) \nOnce registered via ready talk\, you will then be able to access/view the following upcoming scheduled webinar. Please remember to dial in to the toll free number listed below to hear the audio portion of this presentation. \n 
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/masshealth-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180213T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180213T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20171205T151649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171205T151719Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar Series with NYCC - Third Session - 2/13/2018
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Chiropractic Society and the New York Chiropractic College’s Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education\nproudly present\n\nComplex Case Management: Cervical Radiculopathy\nA six hour live webinar series – 6 CE credits (2 per session)\n\nLive Webinar Series Schedule\n  \nModule 1             Jan 30th\, 2018         7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nCase History\, Examination & Diagnostic Imaging\n James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO & Chad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR \nModule 2             February 6th\, 2018       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nDrug Interaction & Nutraceuticals\n Daniel Richardson\, MSc\, PhD\, DAANC & David Seaman\, BS\, DC\, MS \nModule 3             February 13th\, 2018       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nWellness Consultation & Report of Findings\n Sarah F. Spiegelhoff\, Ph.D.\, LMHC\, NCC & James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO \nTuition: $150.00 (entire series payable upon registration) \nAdditional late registration fee of $25.00 effective as of 1/24/2018 \n\nRegistration Link\n  \nMORE DETAILED INFORMATION \n\nHour 1:  Dr.  James Demetrious will present the case history of a patient who reported abrupt onset\, unremitting\, cervical\, scapular and upper extremity symptoms.  He will provide information pertaining to initial intake history\, examination\, testing\, differential diagnosis\, rationales\, appropriateness criteria and treatment recommendations.   Instructor: James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO\nHour 2:  Dr. Chad Warshel will address appropriateness criteria for performing imaging on a patient with cervical radicular symptoms.  The imaging of cervical radiculopathy will be discussed\, as will a comprehensive differential diagnosis of other conditions which can present as radiculopathy.   Instructor: Chad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR\nHour 3:  Dr. Daniel Richardson will explain in detail the important aspects of the drugs which the patient is taking as well as common medications used in conditions of the Musculoskeletal Conditions since many if not most patients will at some point in their lives be prescribed drugs of this category or the patients self-medicate with these drugs.  The drugs will be categorized by those which are most often used in several conditions which are commonly seen and treated by Chiropractors.  Some of these drugs are over the counter and some prescription items.  The materials will cover the major use\, the major side effects and the mechanism of action of these drugs.  Also discussed will be some important Interactions and effects which might interfere with the treatment given by the Chiropractor such as Chiropractic Manipulation\, Botanical Medicine or Nutrition therapy. Instructor: Daniel Richardson\, MSc\, PhD\, DAANC\nHour 4:   Dr David Seaman will address how chronic inflammation can complicate the management of cervical radiculopathy and other conditions. The localized inflammatory activity within the affected nerve root can be impacted by systemic inflammatory factors\, such as body fat mass\, glycemic\, hyperlipidemia\, smoking\, sedentary living\, sleep abnormalities\, and psychosocial issues. Both the peripheral and central nociceptive system can be impacted by these factors\, which can easily be identified and addressed in an uncomplicated fashion.  Instructor: David Seaman\, BS\, DC\, MS\nHour 5:   Dr. Sarah Spiegelhoff\, licensed mental health counselor\, will review the mind-body science of pain.  She will address the effects of stress and other mental health implications for pain\, as well as the powerful effects of negative belief systems.  She will also review how to provide wellness consultation with the patient\, including ways to develop a health-enhancing partnership that supports the patient in making informed decisions about well-being\, while also motivating holistic behavioral changes.  Instructor: Sarah F. Spiegelhoff\, Ph.D.\, LMHC\, NCC\nHour 6:  Dr. James Demetrious will conclude the webinar lecture series and provide a summary of recommendations provided in previous lectures. He will discuss interactions with ancillary providers\, outcomes\, alternative care\, risks and benefits in the management of a cervical radiculopathy patient. He will discuss informed consent and documentation protocols.  Instructor: James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/webinar-series-third-session-2132018/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180206T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180206T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20171205T151400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171205T151544Z
UID:2167-1517943600-1517950800@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Webinar Series with NYCC – Second Session 2/6/2018
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Chiropractic Society and the New York Chiropractic College’s Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education\nproudly present\n\nComplex Case Management: Cervical Radiculopathy\nA six hour live webinar series – 6 CE credits (2 per session)\n\nLive Webinar Series Schedule\n  \nModule 1             Jan 30th\, 2018         7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nCase History\, Examination & Diagnostic Imaging\n James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO & Chad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR \nModule 2             February 6th\, 2018       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nDrug Interaction & Nutraceuticals\n Daniel Richardson\, MSc\, PhD\, DAANC & David Seaman\, BS\, DC\, MS \nModule 3             February 13th\, 2018       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nWellness Consultation & Report of Findings\n Sarah F. Spiegelhoff\, Ph.D.\, LMHC\, NCC & James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO \nTuition: $150.00 (entire series payable upon registration) \nAdditional late registration fee of $25.00 effective as of 1/24/2018 \n\nRegistration Link\n  \nMORE DETAILED INFORMATION \n\nHour 1:  Dr.  James Demetrious will present the case history of a patient who reported abrupt onset\, unremitting\, cervical\, scapular and upper extremity symptoms.  He will provide information pertaining to initial intake history\, examination\, testing\, differential diagnosis\, rationales\, appropriateness criteria and treatment recommendations.   Instructor: James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO\nHour 2:  Dr. Chad Warshel will address appropriateness criteria for performing imaging on a patient with cervical radicular symptoms.  The imaging of cervical radiculopathy will be discussed\, as will a comprehensive differential diagnosis of other conditions which can present as radiculopathy.   Instructor: Chad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR\nHour 3:  Dr. Daniel Richardson will explain in detail the important aspects of the drugs which the patient is taking as well as common medications used in conditions of the Musculoskeletal Conditions since many if not most patients will at some point in their lives be prescribed drugs of this category or the patients self-medicate with these drugs.  The drugs will be categorized by those which are most often used in several conditions which are commonly seen and treated by Chiropractors.  Some of these drugs are over the counter and some prescription items.  The materials will cover the major use\, the major side effects and the mechanism of action of these drugs.  Also discussed will be some important Interactions and effects which might interfere with the treatment given by the Chiropractor such as Chiropractic Manipulation\, Botanical Medicine or Nutrition therapy. Instructor: Daniel Richardson\, MSc\, PhD\, DAANC\nHour 4:   Dr David Seaman will address how chronic inflammation can complicate the management of cervical radiculopathy and other conditions. The localized inflammatory activity within the affected nerve root can be impacted by systemic inflammatory factors\, such as body fat mass\, glycemic\, hyperlipidemia\, smoking\, sedentary living\, sleep abnormalities\, and psychosocial issues. Both the peripheral and central nociceptive system can be impacted by these factors\, which can easily be identified and addressed in an uncomplicated fashion.  Instructor: David Seaman\, BS\, DC\, MS\nHour 5:   Dr. Sarah Spiegelhoff\, licensed mental health counselor\, will review the mind-body science of pain.  She will address the effects of stress and other mental health implications for pain\, as well as the powerful effects of negative belief systems.  She will also review how to provide wellness consultation with the patient\, including ways to develop a health-enhancing partnership that supports the patient in making informed decisions about well-being\, while also motivating holistic behavioral changes.  Instructor: Sarah F. Spiegelhoff\, Ph.D.\, LMHC\, NCC\nHour 6:  Dr. James Demetrious will conclude the webinar lecture series and provide a summary of recommendations provided in previous lectures. He will discuss interactions with ancillary providers\, outcomes\, alternative care\, risks and benefits in the management of a cervical radiculopathy patient. He will discuss informed consent and documentation protocols.  Instructor: James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/2167/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180130T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180130T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20171205T151057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171205T151244Z
UID:2156-1517338800-1517346000@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Webinar Series with NYCC - First Session 1/30/2018
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Chiropractic Society and the New York Chiropractic College’s Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education\nproudly present\n\nComplex Case Management: Cervical Radiculopathy\nA six hour live webinar series – 6 CE credits (2 per session)\n\nLive Webinar Series Schedule\n  \nModule 1             Jan 30th\, 2018         7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nCase History\, Examination & Diagnostic Imaging\n James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO & Chad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR \nModule 2             February 6th\, 2018       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nDrug Interaction & Nutraceuticals\n Daniel Richardson\, MSc\, PhD\, DAANC & David Seaman\, BS\, DC\, MS \nModule 3             February 13th\, 2018       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm\nWellness Consultation & Report of Findings\n Sarah F. Spiegelhoff\, Ph.D.\, LMHC\, NCC & James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO \nTuition: $150.00 (entire series payable upon registration) \nAdditional late registration fee of $25.00 effective as of 1/24/2018 \n\nRegistration Link\n  \nMORE DETAILED INFORMATION \n\nHour 1:  Dr.  James Demetrious will present the case history of a patient who reported abrupt onset\, unremitting\, cervical\, scapular and upper extremity symptoms.  He will provide information pertaining to initial intake history\, examination\, testing\, differential diagnosis\, rationales\, appropriateness criteria and treatment recommendations.   Instructor: James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO\nHour 2:  Dr. Chad Warshel will address appropriateness criteria for performing imaging on a patient with cervical radicular symptoms.  The imaging of cervical radiculopathy will be discussed\, as will a comprehensive differential diagnosis of other conditions which can present as radiculopathy.   Instructor: Chad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR\nHour 3:  Dr. Daniel Richardson will explain in detail the important aspects of the drugs which the patient is taking as well as common medications used in conditions of the Musculoskeletal Conditions since many if not most patients will at some point in their lives be prescribed drugs of this category or the patients self-medicate with these drugs.  The drugs will be categorized by those which are most often used in several conditions which are commonly seen and treated by Chiropractors.  Some of these drugs are over the counter and some prescription items.  The materials will cover the major use\, the major side effects and the mechanism of action of these drugs.  Also discussed will be some important Interactions and effects which might interfere with the treatment given by the Chiropractor such as Chiropractic Manipulation\, Botanical Medicine or Nutrition therapy. Instructor: Daniel Richardson\, MSc\, PhD\, DAANC\nHour 4:   Dr David Seaman will address how chronic inflammation can complicate the management of cervical radiculopathy and other conditions. The localized inflammatory activity within the affected nerve root can be impacted by systemic inflammatory factors\, such as body fat mass\, glycemic\, hyperlipidemia\, smoking\, sedentary living\, sleep abnormalities\, and psychosocial issues. Both the peripheral and central nociceptive system can be impacted by these factors\, which can easily be identified and addressed in an uncomplicated fashion.  Instructor: David Seaman\, BS\, DC\, MS\nHour 5:   Dr. Sarah Spiegelhoff\, licensed mental health counselor\, will review the mind-body science of pain.  She will address the effects of stress and other mental health implications for pain\, as well as the powerful effects of negative belief systems.  She will also review how to provide wellness consultation with the patient\, including ways to develop a health-enhancing partnership that supports the patient in making informed decisions about well-being\, while also motivating holistic behavioral changes.  Instructor: Sarah F. Spiegelhoff\, Ph.D.\, LMHC\, NCC\nHour 6:  Dr. James Demetrious will conclude the webinar lecture series and provide a summary of recommendations provided in previous lectures. He will discuss interactions with ancillary providers\, outcomes\, alternative care\, risks and benefits in the management of a cervical radiculopathy patient. He will discuss informed consent and documentation protocols.  Instructor: James Demetrious\, DC\, FACO
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/webinar-series-with-nycc-first-session-1302018/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20170923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20170924
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20170511T183950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170922T135542Z
UID:1924-1506124800-1506211199@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS 2017 ANNUAL MEETING & FIRST ANNUAL MCS STATE FAIR
DESCRIPTION:SEPTEMBER 23\, 2017\nWestford Regency\n219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA 01886\nYou Are Invited to the\nMCS Annual Meeting & First Annual MCS State Fair\n  \nSee below to register online or click September 2017 State Fair to download the information!\n  \nAn opportunity to meet face-to-face with colleagues and discuss issues of importance to you.\n Have questions about chiropractic participation in the VA program?\n Changes in Medicare? Blue Cross Blue Shield?\n Joining a Community Health Center? \n  \nSpecial Sessions include:\nIMMUNIZATIONS  10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.\nAn honest conversation on informed consent\, adverse reactions\, & current misconceptions\nAllison Chapman: advocate\, mother\, & member of the leadership committees for Health Choice & Health Choice Massachusetts. \n“HOW TO TAP INTO THE MOTHER LODE OF NEW PATIENTS” & “HOW TO HAVE A STAFF DRIVEN PRACTICE”   9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nDr. Gerry Cassista \nCOMPUTER/INTERNET/CLINICAL RECORD SECURITY  11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.\nCorey Tapper and Ken Patterson\, Techevoluiton \nMCS ON BEACON HILL   1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.\nMCS Legislative Team \nVENDORS ~ RAFFLES ~ BUFFET LUNCH ~ MCS ANNUAL MEETING \nPRESENTATION OF AWARDS ~ ELECTION OF OFFICERS \nThe essence of MCS is collegiality\, sharing our best ideas with each other to make excellent\nchiropractic care available to all citizens of Massachusetts.\n  \nWE HOPE YOU WILL JOIN US FOR THIS FESTIVE EXTRAVAGANZA!
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/first-annual-massachusetts-state-fair/
LOCATION:Westford Regency\, 219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170518T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170518T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20161223T190858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161223T190858Z
UID:1499-1495096200-1495108800@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the MCS Board of Directors. Reports from the various committees and Officers. All MCS members in good standing are welcome and encouraged to attend. The meeting begins at 8:30 and is usually completed by noon.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-of-directors-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="MCS":MAILTO:traceymasschirosociety@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170516T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170516T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20170323T181728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T191351Z
UID:1845-1494954000-1494961200@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Identifying and Managing the Sports-Trauma Concussive Patient Presenting to Your Office:  Performance Enhancing Diets
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Chiropractic Society \n& \nNew York Chiropractic College\, Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education \nproudly present \nA six hour live webinar series \nentitled \n“Identifying and Managing the Sports-trauma Concussive Patient Presenting to Your Office”; \n“…Doctors of Chiropractic may encounter concussed athletes at sporting events or in their private office… \nit is important for the chiropractor to recognize concussion in all patient populations”; \n–Chiropractic and Concussion in Sport: A Narrative Review of the LiteratureClaire D. Johnson\, et.al. J Chiropr Med. 2013 Dec; 12(4): 216–229 \nLive Webinar Series Schedule \nModule 1            May 2nd\, 2017         7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nDiagnosis and Management of Concussion in Chiropractic Practice \nBrian M. Cunningham\, DC\, MS \n\nModule 2            May 9th\, 2017       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nTraumatic Skull & Brain Injuries\, Concussions\, Spinal Trauma \nChad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR \n\nModule 3            May 16th\, 2017       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nPerformance Enhancing Diets \nPeter Nickless\, DC\, MS\, MBA\, CNS \n\n6 CE credits \nTuition: $150.00 (entire series payable upon registration) \nAdditional late registration fee of $25.00 effective as of 4/26/17 \nTo register go to: \nhttps://www.nyccpostgrad.com/courses
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/identifying-and-managing-the-sports-trauma-concussive-patient-presenting-to-your-office-performance-enhancing-diets/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170509T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20170323T181231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T191516Z
UID:1839-1494349200-1494356400@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Identifying and Managing the Sports-Trauma Concussive Patient Presenting to Your Office: Traumatic Skull & Brain Injuries\, Concussions\, Spinal Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Chiropractic Society \n& \nNew York Chiropractic College\, Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education \nproudly present \nA six hour live webinar series \nentitled \n“Identifying and Managing the Sports-trauma Concussive Patient Presenting to Your Office”; \n“…Doctors of Chiropractic may encounter concussed athletes at sporting events or in their private office… \nit is important for the chiropractor to recognize concussion in all patient populations”; \n–Chiropractic and Concussion in Sport: A Narrative Review of the LiteratureClaire D. Johnson\, et.al. J Chiropr Med. 2013 Dec; 12(4): 216–229 \nLive Webinar Series Schedule \nModule 1            May 2nd\, 2017         7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nDiagnosis and Management of Concussion in Chiropractic Practice \nBrian M. Cunningham\, DC\, MS \n\nModule 2            May 9th\, 2017       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nTraumatic Skull & Brain Injuries\, Concussions\, Spinal Trauma \nChad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR \n\nModule 3            May 16th\, 2017       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nPerformance Enhancing Diets \nPeter Nickless\, DC\, MS\, MBA\, CNS \n\n6 CE credits \nTuition: $150.00 (entire series payable upon registration) \nAdditional late registration fee of $25.00 effective as of 4/26/17 \nTo register: \nhttps://www.nyccpostgrad.com/courses
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/identifying-and-managing-the-sports-trauma-concussive-patient-presenting-to-your-office-traumatic-skull-brain-injuries-concussions-spinal-trauma/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T210000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20170323T180641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170331T192036Z
UID:1823-1493751600-1493758800@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Identifying and Managing the Sports-Trauma Concussive Patient Presenting to Your Office: Diagnosis and Management of Concussion in Chiropractic Practice
DESCRIPTION:Massachusetts Chiropractic Society \n& \nNew York Chiropractic College\, Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education \nproudly present \nA six hour live webinar series \nentitled \n“Identifying and Managing the Sports-trauma Concussive Patient Presenting to Your Office”; \n“…Doctors of Chiropractic may encounter concussed athletes at sporting events or in their private office… \nit is important for the chiropractor to recognize concussion in all patient populations”; \n–Chiropractic and Concussion in Sport: A Narrative Review of the LiteratureClaire D. Johnson\, et.al. J Chiropr Med. 2013 Dec; 12(4): 216–229 \nLive Webinar Series Schedule \nModule 1            May 2nd\, 2017         7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nDiagnosis and Management of Concussion in Chiropractic Practice \nBrian M. Cunningham\, DC\, MS \n\nModule 2            May 9th\, 2017       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nTraumatic Skull & Brain Injuries\, Concussions\, Spinal Trauma \nChad Warshel\, DC\, DACBR \n\nModule 3            May 16th\, 2017       7:00 pm to 9:00 pm \nPerformance Enhancing Diets \nPeter Nickless\, DC\, MS\, MBA\, CNS \n\n6 CE credits \nTuition: $150.00 (entire series payable upon registration) \nAdditional late registration fee of $25.00 effective as of 4/26/17 \nTo register: \nhttps://www.nyccpostgrad.com/courses
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/identifying-and-managing-the-sports-trauma-concussive-patient-presenting-to-your-office-diagnosis-and-management-of-concussion-in-chiropractic-practice/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170413T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20161223T190316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20161223T190611Z
UID:1493-1492072200-1492084800@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:MCS Board of Directors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of the MCS Board of Directors. Reports from the various committees and Officers. All MCS members in good standing are welcome and encouraged to attend. The meeting begins at 8:30 and is usually completed by noon.
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/mcs-board-of-directors-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Courtyard Marriott\, 75 Felton Street\, Marlborough\, MA\, 01752\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="MCS":MAILTO:traceymasschirosociety@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170408T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170408T123000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20170221T142102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170327T193445Z
UID:1730-1491640200-1491654600@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Medicare's New Quality Payment System
DESCRIPTION:FOUR HOURS CE FOR MASSACHUSETTS \nDESCRIPTION OF THE COURSE: This course defines how Doctors of Chiropractic can participate in the new Quality Payment Program as defined by the Medicare Access & CHIP Reauthorization Act 2015 (MACRA) Law: the Merit-Based Incentive Payment System (MIPS) & the Advanced Alternative Payment Model (APM). The MACRA law outlines the requirements & timeline regarding Medicare payment system changes\, with the performance year as identified in the proposed rule beginning January 2017. You will get an overview of this law & will offer information about performance standards & how to achieve these standards for reimbursements in the future. \n\nMIPS I: Introduction to MACRA Law & MIPS\nMIPS II: Understanding Your QRUR\, A Dress Rehearsal for MIPS\nMIPS III: Deep Dive into Quality Measures & ACI\nMIPS IV: Deep Dive into IA\nMIPS V: Alternative Payment Models\n\nDON’T MISS THIS IMPORTANT SEMINAR! REGISTER TODAY!!\nREGISTER ONLINE BELOW OR CLICK Medicare Seminar April 2017 FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO DOWNLOAD A REGISTRATION FORM. \n 
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/medicares-new-quality-payment-system/
LOCATION:Westford Regency\, 219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="MCS":MAILTO:traceymasschirosociety@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170320T190000
DTSTAMP:20260608T000652
CREATED:20170309T201811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170324T175135Z
UID:1786-1490036400-1490036400@www.masschiro.org
SUMMARY:Webinar In Preparation for the April 8th Medicare Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Topic:\nMACRA Seminar Preview (Massachusetts Chiropractic Society)\nDescription:\nWith changes looming for us all once again in Medicare\, it is easy to get fatigued and just want to crawl under a rock. I get that. But the fact is this is all about making money in the new payment system. A system that is starting with Medicare but rapidly catching fire among commercial payers. \nJoin us for our MACRA Seminar Preview to learn more about what’s ahead – and what you will learn at your upcoming conference. Looking forward to you joining us by registering today! \nDate/Time:\nMar 20\, 2017 – 7:00 PM in Eastern Time (US and Canada)\nClick here to Register
URL:https://www.masschiro.org/event/webinar-in-preparation-for-the-april-8th-medicare-seminar/
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