Chiropractic and Cybersecurity: Protecting Patient Data
When it comes to patient data, healthcare professionals have a sacred duty to protect and store it responsibly. Chiropractors and other healthcare professionals are now expected and required to keep an even sharper eye on potential HIPAA violations due to recent updates of the HIPAA Security Rule, primarily pertaining to preventing cybersecurity breaches of electronically held patient records. What should chiropractors, chiropractic staff and similar professionals do to improve cybersecurity in their practices?
Depression, Burnout or Both? Finding Relief
In high-powered and/or service-driven professions, burnout is an ever-present concern. It can feel like you are needed in a million places at once until you become like a wheel burning rubber, moving fast to nowhere. How does someone find peace when the world refuses to slow down? Luckily, there are strategies and resources available to allow for coping and healing.
Faces of Life U: Dr. Andrew Krantz
D.C. alumnus (’78), Chiropractic Faculty member
Dr. Andrew Krantz originally envisioned his career and professional goals in a much different configuration than what they are now. As a young man, he was working as an advanced paramedic, serving people experiencing dire medical emergencies. His life trajectory changed drastically in the wake of a terrible accident where a stretcher broke in half, resulting in not only losing a patient but also severe injury to Dr. Krantz and his fellow paramedics.
McAulay Minute- Thanks for a Job Well Done (Podcast)
To strengthen our College of Chiropractic program and better prepare students for success on their national board exams, a dedicated team of Life University faculty and staff has made noteworthy contributions that deserve recognition.
Chiropractic Lingo- Demystifying Major Chiropractic Words and Phrases
For those relatively new to the chiropractic world, it can often feel like stumbling onto a far-off planet with well-meaning, health-focused aliens spouting off jargon that is natural to them but exotic and foreign to the rest of us. Don’t be afraid to ask if you come across a word or phrase that doesn’t make sense to you, as it is a chiropractor’s (or a chiropractic student’s) privilege to share about the benefits of chiropractic care in a way that is clear, concise and relevant for those with whom they interact.
TikTok Trends That May Send You to the Chiropractor or the ER – Think Before You Copy
No, you actually did not wake up in a new Bugatti, but you now have a concussion and an urgent care bill. TikTok is a fun social media app with goofy videos to bond with friends over, but the popularity of seemingly innocent social challenge videos has become concerning from a safety perspective.
Faces of Life U: Sasha Watt-Pettaway, Director for Conflict Resolution and Accountability
Today we are excited to introduce you to Sasha Watt-Pettaway, Director for Conflict Resolution and Accountability in Student Affairs at Life University (Life U).
Chiropractors & Aging Out: Life U’s Efforts Equipping the Upcoming Chiropractic Workforce
The concern for chiropractors as projections are made for the future is a simple math problem that does not necessarily have a simple answer. As chiropractors who have lived out their professional lives to serve Chiropractic begin to retire, is there a matching or surpassing number of young or future chiropractors to not only replace them but hopefully grow the profession in a positive direction?
McAulay Minute- The Generations Wall
At Life University, family legacy in health care has always been a source of strength. For generations, families have passed the torch of transformative chiropractic care from one member to the next. We honor that legacy through our Generations Wall – a tribute to the families who’ve helped shape Life U’s story. From the Williams family to today’s students following in their loved ones’ footsteps, this wall reminds us that Life U is, and has always been, a family affair. Want to know how you can commemorate your family on the Generations Wall? Visit Alumni.life.edu.
Fostering a Welcoming Chiropractic Family Practice Atmosphere
If you are a chiropractor who decides to operate a family practice, it means you will be catering to a wide range of needs and expectations. Creating a comfortable and safe environment is paramount to improving patient satisfaction and, ultimately, retention.
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