Get Strong this Summer in the HPC
Three New Specialized Group Strength and Conditioning Classes Just in time to get strong this summer! The Human Performance Center (HPC) is rolling out three new specialized group strength and conditioning classes. No matter your goals, it’s time to train... Read More ›
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 ›
Thompson Accepts AIHM Fellowship, Bloomington Award for Leadership
Northwestern Health Sciences University is proud to share that faculty member Stephen Thompson, DC, DACM, LAc, CNT, BCTMB has been recognized for his leadership and dedication to health and wellness.   AIHM Fellowship and White House Scholarship   Dr. Thompson has... Read More ›
NWHSU Faculty Present at ACC-RAC  
The Association of Chiropractic Colleges (ACC) hosted their annual Research Agenda Conference this year from March 23rd-25th in the vibrant New Orleans, Louisiana. Northwestern Health Sciences University faculty members Drs. Christie Weibel-Manuum, Alex Sundin, Michele Maiers,  Matthew Thronson, Jodell Skaufel, Christopher... Read More ›
NWHSU Students Take Part in MCA Day at the Capitol
NWHSU students joined the Minnesota Chiropractic Association (MCA) for the 2023 Day at the Capitol. Doctors from across the metro area met to present three bills to their respective representatives and senators from their districts.   Students were paired with MCA... Read More ›