spring conference

 

April 12 & April 13 | Wilmington, NC

Event Information:

  • The NCCA will kick off the event with a Friday evening Luau Welcome Reception!
  • DCs can get up to 13 hours of CEUs in-person and 6 hours of on-demand education.
  • DCs can also get up to 2 self-reported hours for visiting with exhibitors.
  • On-Demand Education starts on April 5th and ends at 11:59 pm on April 15th. 
  • View Vendors At the Event!

Registration Rates:

  • NCCA DC Member  $320 / NCCA DC Non-Member $350
  • CA Member: $150 / CA Non-Member: $180
  • Guest: Guest options for Friday Reception and Saturday Lunch available. Child plates not available for lunch. Please contact the NCCA.

Event Location & Lodging:

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, 301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC 28401

  • $209 Historic View / $219 River View.
  • Room block expires Monday, 3/12/2024, or when full.
  • Book Online
  • Book by calling in (1-800-Hiltons) and mention group code CHI
  • Parking information: $17/day self-parking and $25 valet

    The NCCA and its events adhere to policies and protocols applicable to the venue location, including those related to COVID-19.

    Schedule of Events:

    View the printable schedule of events. Click for the event layout.

    Friday, April 5th – Monday, April 15th

    On-demand Seminars

    TBD

    Friday, April 12th

    *Registration desk opens at * 8 am*

    Friday Seminars for DCs & CAs

    “Transitioning to Wellness” with Dr. Sharp

    9:00 AM – 12:00  PM* | 3 CEUs

    Overview TBD


    “Back to the basics-search pattern identification. What could be walking through your door?” with Dr. Yochum

    1:00 PM – 5:00  PM | 4 CEUs

    This is a case-based lecture pulling from cases read for chiropractors across the nation. We will review a wide range of pathology from sports injury, arthritis, infection and neoplasm all of which have come through practicing Chiropractors doors. Proper utilization of imaging will be covered, and this will remind the practicing doctor that arthritis is not the only pathology that could come through their door!

    Sponsored by FootLevelers


    “Mastering the Disk” with Dr. Lesch

    The Evaluation & Treatment of Neck Pain, Back Pain, and Headaches

    1:00 PM – 5:00  PM | 4 CEUs

    In this seminar Dr. Lesch examines the mechanical properties of the disc and how the disc is the predominant cause of pain in neck and back conditions. Attendees will learn how to definitively diagnose and treat the source of neck and back pain through the use of end range loading strategies and other evidence-based guidelines such as directional preference, centralization, obstruction to extension, and more. Doctors will be taught simple, yet highly effective, disc-bulge reducing exercises and mobilizations that will help both them and their patients. Dr. Lesch will then apply these same straightforward principles to HEADACHES as well. Learn how to quickly determine if a patient’s headaches are cervicogenic in nature and how to move forward with a proven treatment strategy. The material presented in this seminar helps the busy chiropractor get right to the root of the patient’s problem and in a way that patients can easily understand. Upon completion of this course, doctors will have a new set of diagnostic and treatment skills that can be applied Monday morning with an expectation for immediate and dramatic results with every new patient.

    Sponsored by HNS


    CA Class – td

    Evening Luau Welcome Reception

    5:oo PM – 7:00 PM

    Join us for a Welcome Reception at 

    Saturday, April 13th

    *Breakfast is available starting at 8:00 AM in t**

    Talking TIC Over Breakfast

    8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

    A Peer-to-Peer Motivational Conversation Space. Grab your Breakfast and Join Your Fellow DCs.

    Saturday Seminars: Morning Schedule for DCs & CAs

    “Improve Mitochondrial Health for Better Wellbeing” with Dr. Murphy

    9:00 AM – 12:00 PM | 3 CEUs

    Increased Health, Energy & Wellness Through Laser Physiology, Chiropractic Care & Innate Nutrition. This course explores increased health, energy & wellness through laser physiology, chiropractic care & innate nutrition.

    Sponsored by Erchonia


    “Clinical Quality and Documentation Standards ”  with Dr. Sharp

    9:00 AM – 12:00 AM | 3 CEUs

    Improve the quality of care and treatment outcomes through the use of best practices and superior clinical documentation promote patient safety and reduce malpractice risk.

    Sponsored by HNS


    CA Class – TBD

    10:00 AM – 12:00 AM | 2 CCA Level I CE

    Luncheon & Dessert Hour

    12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 

    Please join us for lunch to recharge before the next education session.

    Saturday Seminars: Afternoon Schedule for DCs & CAs

    “Improve Mitochondrial Health for Better Wellbeing” with Dr. Murphy

    2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 3 CEUs

    Increased Health, Energy & Wellness Through Laser Physiology, Chiropractic Care & Innate Nutrition. This course explores increased health, energy & wellness through laser physiology, chiropractic care & innate nutrition.

    Sponsored by Erchonia


    “Clinical Quality and Documentation Standards ”  with Dr. Sharp

    2:00 PM – 5:00 PM | 3 CEUs

    Improve the quality of care and treatment outcomes through the use of best practices and superior clinical documentation promote patient safety and reduce malpractice risk.

    Sponsored by HNS


    CA Class – 

    2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

    Speakers:

    Alicia Yochum, RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK

    Alicia Yochum, RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK

    "Back to the basics-search pattern identification. What could be walking through your door?"

    Alicia M. Yochum RN, DC, DACBR, RMSK received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Point Loma Nazarene University and then worked in the ICU for one year before matriculating to Logan College of Chiropractic where she graduated Sum Cum Laude in 2011. She completed her imaging residency at Logan in 2015 and received her DACBR becoming the first second-generation DACBR in the history of chiropractic. Dr. Yochum has published many articles in peer-reviewed journals and has lectured around the country and internationally. She completed her fellowship in musculoskeletal advanced imaging at Logan University with an emphasis on musculoskeletal diagnostic ultrasound. Dr. Yochum is currently practicing in Denver Colorado at Rocky Mountain Chiropractic Radiological Center. 

    Sponsored by FootLevelers

    Jon Lesch, DC

    Jon Lesch, DC

    "Mastering the Disk"

    Dr. Jonathan Lesch is a 1993 graduate of LeMoyne College and a 1997 graduate of New York Chiropractic College. He has been in private practice in Auburn, NY since 1998, specializing in spinal rehabilitation. Dr. Lesch has the distinction of being certified in both McKenzie Therapy and Mulligan Therapy for over 20 years. With his unique background, Dr. Lesch has been able to streamline some of the best techniques of the chiropractic, physical therapy and athletic training professions to form a simple and effective approach for the diagnosis and treatment of mechanical disorders of the spine and extremities. The techniques are shared in his book End Neck & Back Pain & Enjoy Life Again: The Ultimate Guide for Immediate Relief and his popular seminar Mastering the Disc: Mechanical Assessment of the Spine & Extremities. Dr. Lesch has been the featured speaker at the North Carolina, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, Michigan, and Virginia Chiropractic State Conventions, where he was given the title of best rated speaker. In his spare time, Dr. Lesch enjoys spending time with his beautiful wife, Jennifer, and four lovely daughters.

    Sponsored by HNS

    Daniel Murphy, DC

    Daniel Murphy, DC

    “Improve Mitochondrial Health for Better Wellbeing”

    Dr. Daniel Murphy is one of the most knowledgeable and respected speakers and educators in the chiropractic profession. Dr. Murphy, a 1978 graduate of Western States Chiropractic College, began clinical practice in 1978 and, not long after, became a part-time faculty member at Life Chiropractic College West – a position that he still maintains to this day. Dr. Murphy’s post at Life has, perhaps, done more to shape his outstanding career than any other. “In reality, I do not know very much about anything, but I know a little about many different topics.” Dr. Murphy goes on to say, “Consequently, my value to our profession is that of an idea integrator, a dot connector. I want to improve my understanding of how chiropractic works and what we can do to make chiropractic more effective. I want to change the health attitude of the world. I will not retire.”

    Sponsored by Erchonia

    Kevin Sharp, DC

    Kevin Sharp, DC

    "Clinical Quality and Documentation Standards"

    Dr. Kevin Sharp, founder of Sharp Chiropractic in Winston Salem, NC is one of the country’s foremost experts in the areas of compliant clinical documentation and insurance industry standards. His expertise includes a combination of active chiropractic practice, continuing education, teaching, consulting and advisory work.

    Sponsored by HNS