Does this mean we should begin using the prefix Dr. in front of our names or do we have to wait until the school approves everything this fall. My hunch is the latter, but it is sure tempting to start the transition. Regardless, the celebrations are over and we are now venturing into a new world of professional practice.
The ceremony itself was awesome. Many speakers from the community and board of trustees gave words of wisdom and shared intimate stories that may or may not have had an effect on the graduates. I was impressed by most of their advice and stories. These ceremonies have such a long history dating back to as early as the 14th century! The costumes worn are symbolic and the colors represent our place in health care. To go through such a ceremony is an experience most do not get to do in their life. Our hard work and patience paid off with entrance into a elite level of academia and health care. We are doctors and we should do our best to uphold the standards placed upon us.
With that said, the next months ahead will have their own challenges. Opening a clinic is one that I am personally grappling with these days. Many products are being purchased and every little detail is being thought about with precision. Designers are involved and they ask the craziest questions! I never knew it would be so demanding and exhausting.
As time progresses, clinics will open, patients will get better and money will be earned. My intent is to stay ethical in the process and offer services beyond chiropractic medicine so the pressure is not incredibly high to keep the clinic viable and growing. It is my hope that this approach will provide a blueprint for other doctors to follow in the future. As I have said before, I believe marketing groups that push DC's to sell subluxation theory are unethical and they prey on the fresh grads who are worried about paying the bills. Investing into fitness equipment opens up a huge source of revenue that is ethically based. It is something to consider before socking 20k into a marketing program.
Invest into services that legitimately improve a persons health beyond reducing biomechanical faults. You will retain your patients longer and gain respect in the community. Our role is critical but without adherence to an active lifestyle, the adjustments and manipulations will provide temporary relief. We all know this is true, so it is our duty to be truthful and honest with our treatment plans and provide services which fill the gap in each patient's health.
All for now
With that said, the next months ahead will have their own challenges. Opening a clinic is one that I am personally grappling with these days. Many products are being purchased and every little detail is being thought about with precision. Designers are involved and they ask the craziest questions! I never knew it would be so demanding and exhausting.
As time progresses, clinics will open, patients will get better and money will be earned. My intent is to stay ethical in the process and offer services beyond chiropractic medicine so the pressure is not incredibly high to keep the clinic viable and growing. It is my hope that this approach will provide a blueprint for other doctors to follow in the future. As I have said before, I believe marketing groups that push DC's to sell subluxation theory are unethical and they prey on the fresh grads who are worried about paying the bills. Investing into fitness equipment opens up a huge source of revenue that is ethically based. It is something to consider before socking 20k into a marketing program.
Invest into services that legitimately improve a persons health beyond reducing biomechanical faults. You will retain your patients longer and gain respect in the community. Our role is critical but without adherence to an active lifestyle, the adjustments and manipulations will provide temporary relief. We all know this is true, so it is our duty to be truthful and honest with our treatment plans and provide services which fill the gap in each patient's health.
All for now
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