When I arrived in Arizona more than two decades ago, the state did not require continuing education for its chiropractors. At the time, it was a very controversial subject between the two state associations, with one in favor of requiring continuing education, and the other opposed. The issue became a hot topic at the Arizona [...]
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The power of the Internet: A commentary by Dr. Arlan Fuhr
An editorial published a few years ago has always stayed on my mind. The column cited some examples of what traditional media is reporting about chiropractic. At the time, Forbes had recently indicated that chiropractic is not cost-effective, the Wall Street Journal had offered less-than-favorable comments, and US News & World Report questioned the effectiveness [...]
Dr. Fuhr featured on “The American Veteran”
“The American Veteran,” a public affairs show produced by the U.S. Veterans Administration in support of veterans’ programs and initiatives, recently featured Activator Methods CEO and developer Dr. Arlan W. Fuhr and his relationship with the Phoenix VA Medical Center. The video can be viewed on YouTube by searching “American Veteran Fuhr” or by clicking [...]
Dr. Fuhr on clinic marketing – part II
As a follow up to my commentary earlier this week about “In House” marketing, let’s address “Out House” marketing, which has evolved in process but not in concept. “Out House” marketing requires active communication on a regular basis with patients, especially with those who may visit your practice less frequently. Decades ago, we were the [...]
Dr. Fuhr comments on clinic marketing
At one point in my career, I served as a motivational lecturer at the Parker seminars. In fact, the opportunity to offer words of encouragement and professional insight to my peers inspired me to become a Parker Associate Lecturer.
In many of those lectures, I imparted information about what we were doing successfully in our daily [...]
Activator doctor treats country music legend Merle Haggard
Merle Haggard, one of country music’s top entertainers, knows the benefits of the Activator Method and has made it his preferred technique as a patient.
The country music legend was first treated by Dr. Fuhr two years ago, and has continued to seek out Activator doctors for his chiropractic care while on tour. Recently, Mr. Haggard [...]
Activator helps youngest member of Canadian Olympic team
Dr. Scott Taylor, an Advanced Proficiency Rated Doctor based in Ontario, Canada, is also the proud father of an Olympian. His 17-year-old daughter Palmer was the youngest member of Canada’s Olympic team, and competed in the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics in half-pipe snowboarding. In addition to working hard on and off the slopes to excel [...]
Activator Methods Intoduces New Seminar Format
This fall, Activator Methods is introducing a different approach to training doctors on the Activator Method Chiropractic Technique. Evolving in a changing environment and listening to doctor feedback has led Activator to find ways to better meet the needs of today’s doctors and students.
The most significant adjustment is one that will accommodate doctor’s schedules and [...]
How I Survived a Medicare Audit
By Ronald A. Clifton, DC, Lebanon, OR
It could happen to you. Someday, you may open your mail to find a letter from your Medicare carrier, politely asking to review a few patient chart notes. In January 2007, I received that letter, and thus began my journey into the frightening world of a Medicare audit. Here [...]
Focus on success: Dr. Bob Holwell Hot Springs, South Dakota
Dr. Bob Holwell has been a practicing chiropractor for 57 years, and has utilized the Activator Method Chiropractic Technique for nearly three decades. A graduate of the National College of Chiropractic in Chicago, Dr. Holwell lives and works in Hot Springs, South Dakota. He still sees patients four days a week, commuting between two clinics, [...]