Curriculum Vitae

Chiropractic Physician

O'Donnell Chiropractic, Seattle WA September 2002-Present

Chiropractic physician and business owner

Private/traveling chiropractor ('04-Present)

Associate in trauma and pain management clinics (Chiropractic Physicians, Inc. '03-04)

Independent contractor in DC only clinic (Shotwell Chiropractic '02-03)

Independent contractor in multidisciplinary clinic (Glow Natural Health Center '02-03)

Elaj Medical Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, December 2000-September 2002

        

Primary doctor for "Spine and Joint Unit" in multidisciplinary clinical setting

Opened "Spine and Joint Units" in Riyadh, Khobar, Qassim, and Buraidah, as well as being a visiting doctor at the Jeddah unit

Duties included the management of  1-2 receptionists per clinic, 2-3 nurses per clinic, 1 physical therapist (In two of the clinics), 1 x-ray technician, 2 laboratory technicians, and one DC, as well as being the primary doctor in charge of: Adjustive procedures including Diversified, F&D, ART, Thompson, and NIMMO Administration of physiotherapeutic modalities including ultrasound, various thermotherapies, and various electrotherapeutic procedures Performance of x-ray, bone mineral densitometry, diagnostic ultrasound, and phlebotomy Administration and dosing of all intramuscular, intravenous, and intraarticular injections Administration and dosing of EDTA chelation therapy Administration and dosing of therapeutic medications as well as natural supplementations Training and hiring of all employees including DCs, PTs, receptionists, nurses, X-ray technicians, and other staff

Practiced high volume (30-70 new patients per week) quality musculoskeletal and primary care within multidisciplinary setting with interdepartmental referral when necessary to other specialties including pulmonology, dermatology, andrology, urology, and gynecology

Chiropractic Intern/Extern January 2000-December 2000

Seneca Falls and Depew NY Student Health Centers, New York Chiropractic College

Practiced chiropractic in multi-DC supervised clinic

Examined, diagnosed, and treated patients through adjustments, therapeutic treatments and education with particular emphasis on proprioceptive rehabilitation

Interacted professionally with patients and family members to encourage sound health care practices

EDUCATION

Doctor of Chiropractic

New York Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, NY

August 1997-December 2000 (Five academic year program)

DC degree with campus record for most student adjustments, recipient of Frank DiGiacomo Technique award, Lorraine Welch award, Student Service award, Distinguished service award and nominations for various other graduation awards including DD Palmer award and the Pre-Clinical Sciences award Recipient of various scholarships including the Clark Scholarship Member Circle K (Kiwanis society) Electrodiagnosis Elective course  Ergonomics Elective course Studied as student extern in Seattle, Washington due to early satisfaction of degree requirements Satisfied and exceeded minimal requirements as set forth by the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Licensure Examinations Part I-IV. Studied number of techniques including Diversified, Thompson, Gonstead, SOT, Flexion Distraction, Activator,  Nimmo, and ART       December 2000 (post-graduation) Continued independent study of Electrodiagnostic procedures including, SEMG, NCV, NEMG, H-reflex, F-waves, and transcranial cortical electromagnetic stimulation Gained experience with diagnostic ultrasonography with NYCC Research staff

Bachelor of Science

Excelsior College, Albany, NY January 2005

• BS degree in Liberal arts and sciences

Oneonta University, Oneonta, NY August 1996-May 1997

• Concentration:  Human Biology/Pre-medicine with minor in music

Associate of Science

Mohawk Valley Community College, Utica, NY August 1994-May 1996

• AS degree in Liberal arts and sciences with a focus on premedical sciences

CONTINUING DEVELOPMENT

Western States Chiropractic College Diplomate Program in Chiropractic Orthopedics 10 Module, 384-hour Diplomate Chiropractic Orthopedics program leading to Diplomate Eligibility by the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists (ABCO). Physical Assessment Laboratory Assessment Manual Therapy Radiographic Assessment Introduction to Biomechanical Trauma Head and Neck Trauma Abdomen and Thorax Trauma Lumbar and Pelvic Trauma Upper Extremity Trauma

Continuing education credit/certificate for the following: Motion Palpation and Adjustment Workshop, David King, DC, Motion Palpation Institute : Management protocols for various patients including pediatric, elderly, female, and sports through chiropractic. Hands-on training of the Motion Palpation Technique, Gonstead technique, as well as Diversified Chiropractic Manipulation New Beginning Philosophy Seminar Activator Methods Technique                                 The Evolution of Biologic DMARD Therapy in Rheumatoid Arthritis Management New Insights into COX-2 Specific Inhibition for Pain and Arthritis Therapy Biologic Therapies for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Navigating the Changing Treatment Paradigm A New Era in Pain Management With COX-2 Specific Inhibitors NSAIDs, Coxibs, and Cardio-Renal Physiology: A Mechanism-Based Evaluation New Bone Graft Techniques and Applications in the Spine Management of Humeral Shaft Fractures 24th Annual Meeting of the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research Effective Therapeutic Options for Hip Fractures in Osteoporosis The Role of Biologics in Optimizing RA Treatment: A return to Monotherapy? Inhibiting Structural Damage in Rheumatoid Arthritis With Anti-TNF-Alpha Therapy The New Science of Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Structural Damage in Rheumatoid Arthritis OA Today and Tomorrow: Maintaining Function with Early Intervention Chiropractic Physical Therapy 101 Osteoporosis: Consider the Outcomes The International Osteoporosis Foundation world Congress on Osteoporosis Diagnosis and Treatment for Osteoporosis: Current Status and Expectations for the New Millennium Report From the Fifth International Symposium on Recent Clinical Advances in Osteoporosis North American Spine Society 16th Annual Meeting 21st Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Pain Society HIPAA Solutions Seminar Orthopedic Management of Sports Injuries "Preexisting Conditions and what you need to know" "Being a Lead health care provider and what you need to know" Colossus Perspectives Seminar with Kristine Kommer Innovative Perioperative Management in Orthopaedic Surgery:  Maximizing Functional Outcomes Turner Syndrome:  Toward Early Recognition and Improved Outcomes Multidisciplinary Approach to the TMJ Providing Care for Professional Athletes Low Back Pain: Four Case Scenarios for treatment Posture Analysis, Janda's Profiles & Effective Stretches and Mobilizations Basic Movement Assessment, Testing, and Re-Activation AASP Degenerative Diseases of the Spine (Part I) AASP Degenerative Diseases of the Spine (Part II) AASP Sports Medicine: Peripheral Nerve Injuries in Athletes (Part I)

  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Washington State Licensure

• License #CH00034170

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners

• Parts I, II, III, IV and Physiotherapy completed

CPR and Emergency Cardiac Care Provider

• Certified by American Heart Association

AFFILIATIONS

• Washington State Chiropractic Association
• WSCA Professional Development Committee
• American Academy of Spine Physicians
• Circle K International
• American Mensa
• USA Cycling