WCA Partners with F4CP to Promote Chiropractic Care in Select Theaters 
The Wisconsin Chiropractic Association is partnering with the @foundation4chiroprogress  (F4CP) to promote the value of chiropractic care through a movie theater campaign right here in Wisconsin that features a 30 second commercial about the new book "Adjusted Reality." 

The chiropractic ad will be displayed at 4 Marcus Theaters from November 3-December 14:
👉 North Shore Cinema, Thiensville
👉 Ridge Cinema, New Berlin
👉 South Shore Cinema, Oak Creek
👉 Palace Cinema, Sun Prairie

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The WCA recognized four individuals for outstanding service and dedication to the chiropractic profession at the annual Achievement Awards Luncheon. Congratulations to:

• Lifetime Achievement Award: John Schubbe, DC; Schubbe Resch Chiropractic & Physical Therapy Center Appleton
• Chiropractor of the Year: Eric J. Kirk, DC; Aurora Health Care
• Nels Bakke Award: Adam Considine, DC; LSM Chiropractic 
• Chiropractic Technician of the Year: Cindy Strigel, CT, CRT, Chiropractic Company

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Update: DCs who need 80 hours of CE may take 16 hours of approved Online CE
Wisconsin Chiropractors can take 8 hours of online continuing education credits for the current (2021-2022) biennium and another 8 hours for the previous (2019-2020) biennium (if they still have credits to complete) according to a clarification obtained by the WCA through DSPS staff.

The rule that allows chiropractors (and their staff) to take a portion of their required credits via online courses went into effect July 1, 2022. WCA Executive Director and CEO John Murray reached out to CEB member Dr. James Damrow in July 2022 to ask for his assistance in obtaining clarification on the issue of “double dipping” online CE credits for both the current and previous biennium.

Dr. Damrow was able to get a response from CEB Attorney Jameson Whitney who responded via email:

“I think the rule says what it says, and that’s the rule that’s in effect right now. Meaning you can take 8 hours of online CE per biennium, and that counts for deferred CE as well. When we’ve been asked about other provisions recently the Board’s intent has been to put them into effect right away, so I don’t see any reason not to allow this.”

IF YOU TOOK AN EXTENSION IN 2020, YOU MAY EARN:

• 16 Hours – DCs
• 4 Hours – CTs / CRTs
  

As always, make sure the program - whether in person or online - has been approved for CE credit in Wisconsin before signing up and paying for it. 

Check our the WCA’s lineup of online and in person classes here

Back in March WCA members alerted the WCA that Chiropractors were excluded and no longer listed on the DOT FORM MV3030B and had been removed from being able to perform DOT-Bus Driver Physicals.

The WCA immediately researched and opposed this change. After escalating and receiving a response from DOT personal, Kaleb Vander Wiele and clarification from the DMV, it was reversed with the exception that the DC must provide their Federal Registry Number on the form. This change will allow DMV to certify the Chiropractor has proper training to provide the requested information to DMV.

Should a Chiropractor want to complete a physical for a bus driver, the can, so long as they are registered as a Medical Examiner with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These drivers would then be issued a Federal Medical Certificate.

A request for update to the DOT FORM MV3030B, has been submitted with an anticipated date of completion by the end of April. The WCA would like to thank Kaleb and the DMV for working collaboratively to reverse this change!

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact, Tammy McKeown, C.T. @ 608.256.7023, or email wcahelp@wichiro.org.


READ DMV’s EXPLANATION:

We discussed this further and have agreed to add Chiropractors back onto the application, with an exception.

In September we removed Chiropractors and other Medical Professionals from the MV3030B in effort to be aligned with Wisconsin Statute. Upon further review, we determined that this change was correct and in-order. Our final decision was to not allow Chiropractors to complete the MV3030B. Should a Chiropractor want to complete a physical for a driver, the can in theory – so long as they are registered as a Medical Examiner with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These drivers would then be issued a Federal Medical Certificate.

We later considered the idea that most drivers operating a School Bus do not travel Interstate and a Federal Medical Certificate might be of little interest to these drivers. Giving further consideration that a Chiropractor can perform a DOT physical for Interstate Travel, we have elected to add Chiropractors back onto the application, with the exception that they must provide their Federal Registry Number on the form. This was previously not a requirement. This change will allow DMV to certify the Chiropractor has proper training to provide the requested information to DMV.

Congratulations to Dr. Jason Mackey, who was recently elected 

WCA Board of Directors

The long-awaited rule allowing Wisconsin Chiropractors and their staff to take a portion of their required continuing education credits via online programs was approved by the Chiropractic Examining Board during a special meeting this week.

The draft rule (CR 21-065) will allow:

• Chiropractors to take 8 of their required 40 credits via online programs
• CRT’s to take 2 of their required 12 credits online
• CT’s 2 of their required 6 credits online. 
  

Synchronous vs Asynchronous

The board spent considerable time discussing the merits of synchronous vs asynchronous programs (live-interactive vs on-demand) and the expected increase in programs submitted for approval. 

Of the 8 total online credits, the board agreed to allow 4 synchronous and 4 can be asynchronous.  

What Next?

1.  The draft rule now goes to Governor Evers for his review.  He can approve/reject or propose further changes to this draft rule. 
2. If he approves the rule, it then heads to the Wisconsin Legislature for two 30 day passive review periods. 
3. If no one asks for changes to the rule during the Legislative review period, it will then be published in the Wisconsin Administrative Code and becomes effective.
   

Under this scenario, online CE COULD be available in mid 2022.

The WCA has been supporting online CE for over three years and has been imploring the CEB to complete the rule so Wisconsin chiropractors can take some of their required CE next year before the December 2022 renewal deadline.

“The WCA appreciates the work of the CEB on this rule and looks forward to Wisconsin chiropractors and their staff being able to take online CE,” said John Murray, WCA Executive Director and CEO.

The WCA will continue to inform you of any updates regarding this issue.

WCA Recognizes Chiropractic Professionals with Achievement Awards

The Wisconsin Chiropractic Association (WCA) recognized leaders in the chiropractic profession on Saturday, November 6^th at the WCA Women’s Health & Wellness Forum in Wisconsin Dells. 

The WCA Achievement Awards recognize four Wisconsin chiropractors and staff for their leadership, outstanding service, and dedication to the profession. WCA recognized the following award recipients for 2021.

Lifetime Achievement Award - Dr. Marshall Lysne, Lysne Chiropractic Care, Amherst Junction

The WCA Lifetime Achievement Award was created to recognize Wisconsin chiropractors that have made continuous contributions to the chiropractic profession throughout their careers. Because the award reflects a lifetime of involvement, it is meant to honor a chiropractor with at least 25 years of professional experience.

Dr. Marshall Lysne completed his undergraduate work at UW Madison, and then enrolled in National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, Illinois, graduating in 1967. After spending a year in a clinic in Cheyenne, Wyoming he returned to Lombard to work for National College and remained at the college for the next 17 years as a classroom instructor, Clinic Director and finally as Chief of Clinics Staff. In 1988, he returned to Amherst and practiced there for the next 26 years, serving on the WCA Board of Directors during that time. Dr. Marshall’s great grandfather was instrumental in the formation of South New Hope Church in the late 1880’s. He has served on the South New Hope Board for five years. Dr. Marshall and his wife Pam live on the Lysne family farm in Amherst Junction. His family includes four sons, six grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

Chiropractor of the Year – Dr. Wendy Varish, Howards Grove Chiropractic, Howards Grove

The Chiropractor of the Year recognizes recent contributions to the chiropractic profession on the local, state or national levels, as well as leadership in the community, church and civic functions. The nomination will highlight achievements generally accomplished over the last several years.

Dr. Wendy Varish graduated Salutatorian, Summa Cum Laude from National College of Chiropractic. She then went on to earn degrees as a Diplomate of the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists (DACO), as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP), a Certified Chiropractic Occupational Health Consultant (CCOHC), a Medicare Compliance Specialist-Provider (MCS-P), and has been accepted by the Academy of Chiropractic Orthopedists as a Fellow, holding the distinction of FACO.  Her statewide leadership roles include Past-President and committee member for the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association and Past-President of the Wisconsin Back Society.

Dr. Wendy goes above and beyond as an instructor for the WCA, consistently receiving rave reviews from her students. On a local level, Dr. Wendy has been a long-term volunteer and board member of the Howards Grove Advancement Association and a Charter member and Secretary of the Howards Grove Education Foundation.  She was co-chair and organizer of the Howards Grove Run/Walk, raising money for local organizations and served as team doctor and athletic trainer for varsity football programs in Howards Grove and Sheboygan. 

Nels Bakke Award – Dr. Matthew Boots, Boots Chiropractic and Wellness Center, Kimberly

The Nels Bakke Award honors chiropractors that have been in practice for less than five years. It recognizes the contributions of younger practitioners who have equally dedicated themselves to serving the profession and their community.

A graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic and UW Green Bay, Dr. Matthew Boots is well loved by his patients, and an excellent ambassador for our beloved profession. Outside the office, Dr. Matt has been a boys volleyball coach at Kimberly High School since 2016. His team reached the Wisconsin State Championship title game in each of the last 3 years and back-to-back state Championships the last two years. Since 2016, Dr. Matt has been on the organizing committee running Paperfest, a community festival held each July in the Fox River Valley area which raises money for local nonprofit, civic, school, scouting and church organizations. In 2020, Paperfest was told by local authorities that it could not have a festival due to COVID 19. Dr. Matt produced a plan to have the Paperfest Rockin Drive-In Concert event at the Timber Rattlers Stadium to replace the usual Paperfest event. He planned and organized the event by himself, and it was a considerable success. Under Dr. Matt’s leadership, Paperfest 2021, held in July, was the most successful event of Paperfest’s 33-year history.

Chiropractic Technician of the Year – Michele (Missy) Ruleford, Schubbe Resch Chiropractic & Physical Therapy Clinic, Appleton

The Chiropractic Technician of the Year award is given to an individual whose dedication to chiropractic patients is reflected in the quality of their professional work as well as volunteer work in their community.

Michele (Missy) Ruleford has been a vital employee of Schubbe Resch chiropractic and physical therapy in Appleton for 16 years. She works full time as a Chiropractic Radiology Technician and Chiropractic Technician in addition to taking on numerous other jobs around the office as needed, such as billing, inventory, and scheduling. She has superior customer service skills and is a large part of the success of our clinic. Patients love her, as do her coworkers. She is fun, compassionate, and empathetic and always willing to help. Outside of the office, Missy has been an excellent ambassador of chiropractic and an excellent representative of the Schubbe Resch clinic by volunteering her time wherever there is a need, and she unselfishly puts the needs of others in front of her own.

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WCA President Dr. Chris Resch has announced the appointment of Dr. Jason Mackey as the chair of the WCA Membership Engagement Committee. Dr. Mackey previous served as the Chair of the WCA Education and Convention Committee. “Dr. Mackey did a great job as Chair of the Education and Convention Committee which is why I am tapping him to lead our membership engagement efforts,” said WCA President Dr. Chris Resch. Mackey will be once again working with the WCA Director of Membership Experience Andrea Murray (who was previously WCA Education and Convention Manager). Dr. Jason Mackey replaces former chair, Dr. William Spontak, who has been tapped to Chair the newly created History of the Chiropractic Profession Task Force. This task force will collect and showcase historical materials from Wisconsin chiropractors. “Knowing Dr. Spontak’s appreciation for chiropractic history, he is the perfect person to lead this important project,” said WCA President Dr. Chris Resch.

Dr. Julie Qualle has been appointed Chair of the WCA Education and Convention Committee. “Dr. Qualle did an outstanding job helping to develop the programming for the WCA Women’s Forum and will be a strong committee chair,” said WCA President Dr. Chris Resch.

Dr. Alex Kocken has been appointed Chair of the WCA Insurance Advocacy Committee. This committee will lead WCA efforts to create a more collaborative and proactive relationship with insurance payers and utilization management companies operating in Wisconsin. “Dr. Alex Kocken has the drive and critical thinking skills to help us be more proactive with insurance payers in Wisconsin,” said WCA Executive Director and CEO John Murray.

If you are interested in serving on a WCA committee, please send an email of interest to WCA Executive Director and CEO John Murray at jmurray@wichiro.org.

Committee appointments are made by the WCA President and are only available to WCA members in good standing per the WCA bylaws.

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