Leaning into their Strengths in Thunder Bay
There’s nothing like a shared background in kinesiology to bring a couple together. Maybe that’s not a classic story anywhere else, but at NWHSU it makes sense, and it’s exactly what happened with Amanda Johnson, DC ‘17 and Lucas Migliazza,... Read More ›
Joining clients on their path to wellness in Bemidji
It’s never too late to start a new career. At least that’s how Polly Merhar, CNMT, BCTMB ‘21— a graduate of the massage therapy program—feels.    Polly, originally from Duluth, is a long-term resident of Bemidji, where she opened Trail... Read More ›
The Only Acupuncturist in Two Harbors
Lanna Schwab, LAc ‘16 does not have four generations of family history in Two Harbors, Minnesota. In fact, when she moved there to work as an x-ray tech in the hospital, she didn’t know anyone. Now, she runs Agate Acupuncture... Read More ›
The Seasons of Chiropractic Care in Arctic Alaska
What kind of care does Lew Pagel, DC ‘04 provide at his practice in Kotzebue, Alaska? Well, it depends on the season. Berry picking, seal hunting, and moose hunting seasons throw backs out, as does “snow machine” (snow mobile) season... Read More ›
Responding to Patient Needs in Twin Ports
When Lake Superior Community Health Center (LSCHC)—a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) serving the Twin Ports area—received a grant from the state of Wisconsin for chronic pain management, they reached out to Kara McGillivray, DC, CCST ‘94.    “I was... Read More ›
NWHSU Alumni Up North
NWHSU alumni are making a difference across the nation and around the world. Last issue, we highlighted alumni working in different corners of the globe. This time, the snow and cold temps here in Bloomington inspired us to look up.  ... Read More ›
NWHSU Alumni and Faculty Shine at Homecoming 2023
Northwestern Health Sciences 2023 Homecoming Symposium was held February 2- 4, featuring an inspiring group of experts presenting various topics impacting the chiropractic profession.  Nineteen of the speakers were NWHSU graduates, faculty members, or both!   Keynote: Interdisciplinary Care for Low... Read More ›
NWHSU Alumni Advancing Integrative Care
At Northwestern Health Sciences University, we believe the future is integrative, whole-person care. Our alumni and students are leaders in that future: reimagining healthcare through your practice, collaboration, and innovation.   But what do we mean when we say “integrative care?” ... Read More ›
Minnesota School, Global Impact
NWHSU is well represented around the globe. Our alumni come from many countries, and go on to practice in many countries. We're proud of the impact of our alums around the world. Click on the names below to read more... Read More ›
Changing the Narrative Around Chiropractic
Zeynep Tuzcu, D.C., ‘21 opened Evren Chiropractic right after graduation. She wanted to create a space where every patient feels heard and included, particularly people of color and the LGBTQIA+ community, who have been historically mistreated within the medical field.... Read More ›