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Welcome to The Informed Chiropractor, the go-to podcast for neurologically based chiropractors who are ready to make chiropractic relevant again. Hosted by Dr. Don MacDonald, a 26+ year chiropractor, speaker, and creator of the MacDonald Safety Corridor Protocol, this show blends vitalistic chiropractic principles with modern neuroscience through the lens of the Polyvagal Theory. Every week, we explore how to shift from a mechanistic model to a salutogenic, nervous system-forward approach that fosters true regulation, coregulation, and healing. Whether you’re navigating burnout, refining your adjusting, or searching for a clearer way to communicate the value of chiropractic, this podcast is your home. You’ll hear interviews with global experts, real talk from Dr. Don and Brandi MacDonald, and actionable tools to build a practice rooted in safety, interoception, and chiropractic certainty. 👉 If you’re a purpose-driven chiropractor who wants to lead with connection, adjust with clarity, and reclaim the art of healing, you’re in the right place. Key themes covered: Neurologically based chiropractic care Chiropractic and the Polyvagal Theory Creating safety and co-regulation in practice Coregulation and the social engagement system The salutogenic model of health Interoception and the nervous system Practice growth without burnout Subscribe now and join thousands of chiropractors worldwide reimagining what’s possible through a nervous system forward practice.
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Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
Dr. Don heads south and drops into New Zealand to speak with Dr. David Comely of Total Health Chiropractic in Wellington. Dr. Comely has been in practice for 13 years, has two practices with 7 chiropractors and is part of the Vitality Shift program. When he adds new associates — mostly new graduates — into his practice he prepares them for the mental, physical, and emotional stressors they may experience by working with them on their headspace. He wants to make sure they are clear on their why, their values, and their technique.
After listening to this episode, you will have a solid strategy for adding associates to your practice, what type of training to use with new associates, what to consider when contemplating adding new locations, and tips on how to avoid burnout associated with growing a practice.
Key Takeaways:
- David shares his experiences with chiropractic throughout his life and why he embraced chiropractic as a career. [2:39]
- At New Zealand Chiropractic College, David was able to get the perspective of many different teachers. [6:50]
- David started his chiropractic career as an associate but he had a vision for what he wanted his own practice in Wellington to look like. [12:09]
- How David built up his practice after starting from scratch in a new city. [17:51]
- When David was seeing 100 practice members a week and still running the business, he knew it was time to hire associates. [24:09]
- When hiring associates David uses these strategies to help them be their best. [29:10]
- Advice from David on how to avoid burnout. [40:10]
- Tips for chiropractors to stay happy and healthy in their Vitalistic practice. [46:55]
Learn More:
Total Health Wellington Chiropractic
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