Chiropractors get Geared Up at Annual Convention
Over 500 from across Tennessee come together for outstanding clinical education, energizing events & photo-worthy moments!
The Tennessee Chiropractic Association hosted their Annual Convention, August 12th-14th, in Murfreesboro, TN at the Embassy Suites Hotel and Conference Center drawing over 500 chiropractic physicians, assistants, and vendors to the area. An outstanding line-up of speakers engaged participants who came together from across Tennessee and abroad through energizing educational sessions and social events getting them geared up to do great things in their practices and communities.
Distinct recognition was given to 2016 Convention Honoree, S
heila Fitzgerald of Brentwood, for her dedicated service as a chiropractic advocate. Understanding all levels of service surrounding chiropractic, from patient and CA to educator and advocate as a two-term, active consumer member on the TN Board of Chiropractic Examiners, she exudes positivity and has demonstrated steadfast commitment to chiropractic. Special recognition was given to President Dr. Andrew Dixon for his board leadership and Drs. Shannon Bone and Jeffrey McKinley were inducted into the International College of Chiropractors.
At an inspiring luncheon, the TCA announced peer-nominated annual award recipients who consistently demonstrate a commitment to excellence. Awards presented were: Chiropractic Assistant of the Year—Sharon Crump, CTA (Johnson City); Keith D. Bailey Chiropractic Service Award—Dr. Joshua Carmack (Pleasant View); Rising Chiropractor of the Year—Dr. Brock Martin (Huntingdon); James R. Cole Heritage Award—Dr. Richard Cole (Bartlett); and Chiropractor of the Year—Dr. Charlton Woosley (Goodlettsville).
International speakers including Dr. Fab Mancini and notable presenters, such as TN Workers Compensation Medical Director, Dr. Robert Snyder presented informative sessions to participants on an array of timely chiropractic topics throughout the weekend. Connections were made at the numerous social events including the casual Welcome Mixer on Friday evening, the “Let’s Talk Philosophy” night on Saturday with President of Sherman College of Chiropractic, Dr. Edwin Cordero, and a special luncheon forum focused on solutions to participants’ practice needs.
A new TCA Resource App was launched adding to the overall participant experience and providing even more ongoing benefits. Our brand new FREE app, is available in app stores for both Android and iPhone devices, just search for TNChiro or you may text TNCHIRO to 95577.
“We look forward every year to this chance to visit with membership to be a support and learn how we can help them with their goals, especially as challenges continue to face our profession,” said TCA E.D. Tiffany Stevens. “A big thank you goes out from our entire board and staff to all those who supported this year’s Annual Convention!”
We invite you to check out the fun moments captured at this year’s TCA Annual Convention! As chiropractic physicians, staff and others came together we were able to get photos of so many memorable moments that showcase why this event is more than just a place to get CE, it is a total experience!