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Receive advanced training through SCU and affiliated residency programs. We offer a variety of dynamic programs that will help you gain specialized knowledge and skills to take your career to the next level.
During the program, you will be mentored by senior sports medicine chiropractors that are known nationally and internationally for their expertise in the field. In addition, you will participate in exciting, real-world sports and integrated healthcare settings, providing care for all levels of athletes from high school to world-class professionals. Residents selected for rotations with professional teams will travel throughout the U.S. and abroad.
Get the advanced clinical experience to become a board-certified Doctor of Chiropractic in Sports Medicine through a two-year residency program. Upon completion, you will be eligible to sit for the Diplomate examination of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (ACBSP).
SCU’s affiliated chiropractic residency program with the VA focuses on Integrated Clinical Practice, with training emphasizing the provision of chiropractic care in an integrated healthcare system, collaborating with primary care Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACTs), specialty care, and other medical and associated health providers and trainees.
The residencies provide advanced clinical training in complex case management, allowing recent graduates to increase their scope and depth of clinical knowledge, experience, and acumen. Residents are mentored by senior VA chiropractors who are national leaders in integrated chiropractic practice. These clinicians share their expertise in patient care, academics, and research to provide a robust educational experience.
This 12-month, competitive chiropractic residency program at Elevate Life Clinic in Annapolis, MD, is tailored for recent graduates from a CCE-accredited chiropractic program. The residency offers clinical rotations, support for scholarly activities, and membership to the Brookbush Institute. SCU serves as the Multidisciplinary Chiropractic Residency’s academic affiliate; recent SCU graduates (and those scheduled to graduate from SCU) are guaranteed a virtual interview on application.
Offered by: SCU Health
Program Director: Joseph Horrigan, DC, DACBSP®
The Chiropractic Sports Medicine Residency is a two-year post-graduate program that provides advanced clinical experience in sports medicine. The Sports Medicine Resident/Doctor of Chiropractic is designed to prepare students for eligibility to sit for the certification examination for the Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians® (DACBSP®), the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist certification by the National Strength and Condition Association (NSCA), and the Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® certification by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians (ACBSP). It is the resident’s responsibility to ensure they meet all requirements to sit for third-party examinations. The resident will also complete an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course.
The residency consists of a minimum of 55 hours per week with additional weekly time for study and training. The residency is broken down into two consecutive, one-year commitments, each with requirements for successful completion. The residency is offered on campus, with multiple off-site rotations throughout Southern California. Off-site rotations include team-based management of complex cases in collaboration with other medical specialists and healthcare providers.
Minimum requirements include the following:
Applicants for the Sports Medicine Residency must provide the following items:
Residents are expected to perform the duties assigned by their Resident Supervisor. Residents shall be evaluated for performance at the conclusion of each term, and continuation in the program is based upon satisfactory performance. Upon successful completion of residency program requirements, the resident shall receive a Certificate of Residency Completion and Competency.
Sponsored by VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS), affiliated with Southern California University of Health Sciences – SCU Health
SCU Health VA Residency Attending: Robb Russell, DC
The Chiropractic Integrated Clinical Practice Residency is sponsored by the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System (VAGLAHS). Southern California University of Health Sciences (SCU) serves as the Academic Affiliate.
The Chiropractic Integrated Clinical Practice residency is a full-time, one-year, hospital-based postgraduate training program for DCs seeking innovative training and experiences relevant to careers in hospitals, integrated medical systems, and/or academia. The residencies provide advanced clinical training in multimorbid case management, allowing recent graduates to increase their knowledge and acumen under the mentorship of senior VA chiropractors. Residents gain valuable interprofessional experience by collaborating with primary care providers, medical and surgical specialists, and associated health disciplines.
The most up-to-date information regarding this VA Residency (including eligibility requirements and information regarding appointments) is available through the residency sponsor: the VAGLAHS.
Offered by: Elevate Life Clinic – Annapolis, MD
Program Director: Erik Korzen, DC
SCU Health Contact: Robb Russell, DC
This 12-month, competitive chiropractic residency program at Elevate Life Clinic in Annapolis, MD, is tailored for recent graduates from a CCE-accredited chiropractic program. The residency offers clinical rotations, support for scholarly activities, and membership to the Brookbush Institute. SCU serves as the Multidisciplinary Chiropractic Residency’s academic affiliate; recent SCU graduates (and those scheduled to graduate from SCU) are guaranteed a virtual interview on application.
The residency strives to develop exceptional, evidence-informed, outpatient physical medicine and leadership skills. The residency will support skill development through post-graduate training and exposure to integrative care. Residents will treat patients for 30 hours per week while participating in other aspects of the program. Multidisciplinary rotations include chiropractic, physical therapy, primary care, and acupuncture. Clinical mentor meetings, support for scholarly activities, and grand rounds are among additional opportunities.
For more information, and to apply, visit the Multidisciplinary (Elevate Life) Chiropractic Residency Program page.