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Chiropractor #1165 |
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One of the things he enjoys most about the profession is meeting and working with a variety of people. The daily interaction with patients and the challenge of alleviating their pain are some of the rewards of this career. A strong math and science background is imperative for aspiring chiropractors. Business and accounting courses are helpful for chiroprators who plan to own a business.
Career Profile:
As a young boy this central Iowa native experienced the helping hands of a chiropractor. Today, as a doctor of chiropractic medicine, he is able to return the favor. This medical professional received his preparation and training from a private chiropractic college in Iowa. He currently owns his own practice.
Chiropractor #1165
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| Do people still think that chiropractic work is not really medicine? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Does the bed you sleep on make a difference in back pain? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Do you get referrals from regular doctors? | AUDIO | TEXT |
| Is it bad on your neck if you crack it yourself? | AUDIO | TEXT |
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| If you continually get your back cracked, are you more prone to arthritis? | AUDIO | TEXT |
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