Dr. Powell is a second-generation chiropractor, Logan College of Chiropractic graduate, and has been practicing in Cedar Rapids, Iowa since 1996. He has taught functional neurology extensively as faculty with the Carrick Institute The majority of his patients either have well-established neurological diagnoses or complex conditions that have not improved despite extensive care. He has a passion for sharing what he’s learned from research, other doctors, and his patients to help as many chiropractors as possible service at a higher level.

Dr. Powell has served as a board member for the Iowa Board of Chiropractic, Iowa Chiropractic Society, and Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa. He has been involved with the NBCE, FCLB, IAFNR, ACNB, and ACA Councils. Over the years he has presented at chiropractic and medical colleges, state associations, and multi-disciplinary events. Dr. Powell is the author of “The Potential Impact of Various Physiological Mechanisms on Outcomes in TBI, mTBI, Concussion, and PPCS” Journal of Functional Neurology, Rehabilitation, and Ergonomics, 2013.

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Has consulted thousands of health care practices relative to business development and protection.

• A sought-after speaker who has led numerous seminars, performed as a keynote speaker and has been featured on the cover of several magazines. He has presently instructed over 100 webinars and 90 live events relative to HIPAA and government compliance for 38 state chiropractic associations and three chiropractic colleges, as well as independent and medical organizations. Had over thirty articles published relative to the onset of and participation with managed care and over a dozen articles regarding HIPAA compliance.

• Is a founding partner of an IPA (independent physician association ) that credentialed participating doctors for contracting with HMOs and PPOs.

• Served on the Governor-appointed Workers Compensation Commission in Texas. He is an expert in the art of effective communication and has appeared on dozens of radio and TV talk shows. Has founded and chaired two hospital departments.

Dr. Tom Bayne is a Chiropractic Physician and public speaker dedicated to understanding and improving the gut microbiome. As the President of Microbiome Labs, Dr. Bayne travels around the world educating healthcare practitioners on the science of the gut microbiome, its relation to chronic diseases, and innovative solutions to improve the health of patients.
Dr. Bayne’s comprehensive understanding of supplement manufacturing and extensive clinical experience have given him a unique ability to formulate integrative solutions for digestive and immune health. In 2013, he worked with an elite group of practitioners and researchers to develop MegaSporeBiotic® – the world’s first pharmaceutical-grade, 100% spore-based probiotic. This led to the formation of Microbiome Labs, where his duties include overseeing research studies and creating innovative products to improve digestive and immune health.

In his own clinic, Dr. Bayne has spent over 24 years helping his patients optimize their digestive health, improve autoimmune conditions, and enhance detoxification.

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Lacey Hall, MS, RD, is the Clinical Director of Learning and Development at Microbiome Labs. Lacey’s career has spanned from caring for patients in the hospitalized medical setting to personalized nutritional coaching in the rainforests of Bali, Indonesia. At Microbiome Labs, she creates scientific resources and training material, hosts educational presentations, and is a clinical consultant for the BiomeFX stool test. When Lacey isn’t teaching others about gut health, she enjoys spending time with her 8-year-old son, long walks with her dog while listening to podcasts, and traveling off the beaten path in search of her next adventure. 

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