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In-Person Event

108th KAC Annual Convention


Total Credits: 12

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Topic Areas:
Convention |  KBCE Approved
Speakers:
Joe Kryszak, MBA |  Kurt Juergens, DC, CCSP |  Steven Gould, DC, DACBR, FICC |  Ronald Farabaugh, DC
Duration:
12 CEs
Location:
Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Golf Resort & Spa - Lexington, Kentucky

Dates
Please Note: Programs with a ☾ insignia begin after 5pm or air on the weekend.


Description

Save the date for our 108th KAC Annual Convention! 

This year we will be at a NEW VENUE!

Location:
Marriott Griffin Gate
1800 Newtown Pike
Lexington, KY 40511

General Schedule:
Saturday, September 21, 2024: 8am-5pm EST
Sunday, September 22, 2024: 8am - 4pm EST

Speakers include:

  • Joe Kryszak, MBA - CBD 101 - How does CBD Fit into a DC's Treatment Plan? - 2 CEs
  • Ronald Farabaugh, DC - Secrets from a Medical Director - Thriving in Today's Market!...The True Cost Savings of Chiropractic - 2 CEs
  • Kurt Juergens, DC - Lower extremity biomechanics and the management of common lower extremity injuries  - 4 CEs
  • Steven Gould, DC, DACBR - Disc Herniation Classification and Imaging of Spinal Degeneration 2 CEs & Imaging of Sports Injuries - 2 CEs (4 total)

Prices will increase by $50 starting September 19th!

KBCE Approval # KBCE1428
PACE Course # 86788

Speaker

Joe Kryszak, MBA's Profile

Joe Kryszak, MBA Related Seminars and Products


Title: CBD 101 - How Does CBD Fit into a DC’s Treatment Plan? 
Hours: 2 CEs

This two-hour course uses research from Harvard Medical School, the Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, National Institute of Health, and other reputable organizations to provide DCs current, reliable information regarding the fast-growing marketplace for compounds like CBD and other cannabinoids. Regardless DCs our interest in providing CBD products in their practice, this presentation will allow DCs to speak knowledgeably on this topic to your patients. 

Joe Kryszak, MBA is the CEO and Founder of Stirling Professional CBD - the fastest-growing CBD company in the Chiropractic Industry. With experience managing billion-dollar businesses for five Fortune 500 companies, Joe knows the importance of delivering high-quality products at market-changing pricing. Stirling gives back to the Chiropractic community and works with dozens of local, state, and national Chiropractic Associations.

Sponsored by:


Kurt Juergens, DC, CCSP's Profile

Kurt Juergens, DC, CCSP Related Seminars and Products


Title: Lower extremity biomechanics and the management of common lower extremity injuries 
Hours: 4 CEs

Kurt Juergens, DC, CCSP has been in practice since 1989 and specializes in the treatment and rehabilitation of sports related injuries. In 1992, Dr. Juergens was selected to be a member of the United States Olympic Track and Field Trials Sports Medicine team. He has also served on the sports medicine teams for the ATP’s Tennis Masters Cup and U.S. Clay Court Championships. He has been featured as a medical expert in the Discovery Channel’s One Step Beyond Production, and he currently sits on the Board of Regents of Texas Chiropractic College, from which he graduated Summa Cum LaudeDr. Juergens also lectures nationally for Foot Levelers, Inc., and he serves as the Medical Director for MetroNational Corporation in Houston, Texas. 

During this 4-hour presentation, Dr. Juergens will review lower extremity biomechanics and will share his experiences on how to diagnosis and manage lower extremity injuries.  He will also demonstrate how to incorporate into your practice state of the art modalities and a variety of active care techniques.  Dr. Juergens will present case studies on common and uncommon lower extremity conditions.  This course will provide useful information that you can implement in the treatment of your patients when you return to work Monday morning!

Sponsored by:


Steven Gould, DC, DACBR, FICC's Profile

Steven Gould, DC, DACBR, FICC Related Seminars and Products


Title: Lumbar disc classification and nomenclature and disc degeneration - 2 CEs | Sport and Spine - 2 CEs
Hours: 4 CEs total

Lumbar Radiology Review: Dr. Gould will discuss the proper nomenclature and classification of the various types of lumbar disc derangement for improved communication between healthcare providers, patients, and third party payors. 

Sport & Spine: Miscellaneous review of various cases, including some not-so common or easily missed sports injuries. Multiple cases will be presented on various injuries to the extremities and spine of both pediatric and adult patients.

Dr. Steven Gould's extensive expertise and interactive style provides doctors with a dynamic risk management seminar. His motivating presentations cover a wide variety of popular topics, including imaging that impact doctors with an ideal blend of clinical and practical knowledge.

Dr. Steven Gould is a Board Certified Chiropractic Radiologist who became a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (DACBR) in 1993. He has a full-time radiology and clinical/patient practice where he performs interpretations on plain film radiographs and MRIs for referring chiropractors. In his clinical practice, he has provided chiropractic care to the Wichita Wranglers professional baseball team and the Wichita Thunder hockey team.

 

Sponsored by:


Ronald Farabaugh, DC's Profile

Ronald Farabaugh, DC Related Seminars and Products


Title: Secrets from a Medical Director - Thriving in Today's Market!...The True Cost Savings of Chiropractic
Hours: 2 CEs

Hour #1:  Cost Effectiveness Paper…Now What?

1.     Create DC awareness of the outcomes of research related to this systematic review.
2.     Provide suggestions related to dissemination of the paper, including recommendations to payors and employers.
3.     Provide suggestions and tools for DCs related to various ways to use this paper to educate patients beginning Monday morning.

Hour #2: Are Your Members Prepared for Value-Based Modeling?  How to Prevent an Audit!

1.     Create awareness of the most common red flag issues often leading to an audit.
2.     Create awareness of proper coding and documentation related to specific CPT and ICD codes.
3.     Create awareness regarding industry standard clinical practice guidelines and care management recommendations.


Dr. Farabaugh practiced in Columbus Ohio from 1982-2018. He continues to serve as the VP and National Physical Medicine Director for Advanced Medicine Integration Group, LP (AMI) since 2015. He has held various positions in chiropractic including, but not limited to, the Healthcare Quality Advisory Council, the Official Disability Guidelines Editorial Advisory Board, ACA’s Research Advisory Board, Ohio State Chiropractic Board, Clinical Compass and more! Dr. Farabaugh was twice awarded both the OSCA President’s Award, Chiropractic of the Year Award and chosen Chiropractor of the Year in 2013 by the Central Ohio Chiropractic Association.

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RSVP for Golf

Hello Golf Enthusiasts!

We've heard that our chiropractor friends have been missing their time on the golf course in the fall. Let's change that!

We're excited to invite you back for a fun and friendly round of golf with your fellow chiropractors. Mark your calendars for Friday, September 20, 2024, at 1 PM, at the beautiful Marriott Griffin Gate. Don't miss out —RSVP today at thekac.org/108Golf!

Be sure to RSVP by August 20th!!

Exhibitor Registration

Click here for exhibitor registration!!

OR

Register online here: https://kac.ce21.com/item/127329

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Location

Lexington Griffin Gate Marriott Golf Resort & Spa

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1800 Newtown Pike, Lexington, Kentucky 40511, United States
(859) 231-5100

Agenda

Friday, September 20, 2024
Golf
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 01:00 PM to 05:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

NOTE Golf is on FRIDAY, NOT Saturday!!!

RSVP REQUIRED to golf!

Join Us for a Day on the Green!

Hello Golf Enthusiasts!

We've heard that our chiropractor friends have been missing their time on the golf course in the fall. Let's change that!

We're excited to invite you back for a fun and friendly round of golf with your fellow chiropractors. Mark your calendars for Friday, September 20, 2024, at 1 PM, at the beautiful Marriott Griffin Gate. Don't miss out!

RSVP required at thekac.org/108Golf!

Saturday September, 21, 2024
09/21/2024 | Secrets from a Medical Director – Thriving in Today’s Market!…The True Cost Savings of Chiropractic with Dr. Ronald Farabough | 2 CEs
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EDT)
Speaker(s): Ronald Farabaugh DC
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

Hour #1:  Cost Effectiveness Paper…Now What?

1.     Create DC awareness of the outcomes of research related to this systematic review.
2.     Provide suggestions related to dissemination of the paper, including recommendations to payors and employers.
3.     Provide suggestions and tools for DCs related to various ways to use this paper to educate patients beginning Monday morning.

Hour #2: Are Your Members Prepared for Value-Based Modeling?  How to Prevent an Audit!

1.     Create awareness of the most common red flag issues often leading to an audit.
2.     Create awareness of proper coding and documentation related to specific CPT and ICD codes.
3.     Create awareness regarding industry standard clinical practice guidelines and care management recommendations.

Dr. Farabaugh practiced in Columbus Ohio from 1982-2018. He continues to serve as the VP and National Physical Medicine Director for Advanced Medicine Integration Group, LP (AMI) since 2015. He has held various positions in chiropractic including, but not limited to, the Healthcare Quality Advisory Council, the Official Disability Guidelines Editorial Advisory Board, ACA’s Research Advisory Board, Ohio State Chiropractic Board, Clinical Compass and more! Dr. Farabaugh was twice awarded both the OSCA President’s Award, Chiropractic of the Year Award and chosen Chiropractor of the Year in 2013 by the Central Ohio Chiropractic Association.

Sponsored by:

Exhibitor Break
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM (EDT)

Catch up with your favorite exhibitors!

Be sure to get your Cash Card stamped in order to be entered to win door prizes! Don't forget to drop your completed bingo card at the registration desk when completed!

09/21/2024 | Lower Extremity Biomechanics and the Management of Common Lower Extremity Injuries P1 with Dr. Kurt Juergens | 1 CE
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM (EDT)
Speaker(s): Kurt Juergens DC, CCSP
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

4 CEs total

Dr. Juergens has been in private practice since 1989 and has extensive post-graduate training in sports medicine. He has served as a member of many acclaimed sports medicine teams including the U.S. Track & Field Trials, the NCAA Track & Field Championships, the ATP’s Tennis Masters Cup and the U.S. Clay Court Championships.

During this 4-hour presentation, Dr. Juergens will review lower extremity biomechanics and will share his experiences on how to diagnosis and manage lower extremity injuries.  He will also demonstrate how to incorporate into your practice state of the art modalities and a variety of active care techniques.  Dr. Juergens will present case studies on common and uncommon lower extremity conditions.  This course will provide useful information that you can implement in the treatment of your patients when you return to work Monday morning!

Sponsored by:

Foot Levelers | Custom Orthotics

Lunch Break
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 11:30 AM to 01:00 PM (EDT)

Lunch on your own

Catch up with your favorite exhibitors!

Be sure to get your Cash Card stamped in order to be entered to win door prizes! Don't forget to drop your completed bingo card at the registration desk when completed!

09/21/2024 | Lower Extremity Biomechanics and the Management of Common Lower Extremity Injuries P2 with Dr. Kurt Juergens | 1 CE
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 01:00 PM to 02:00 PM (EDT)
Speaker(s): Kurt Juergens DC, CCSP
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

4 CEs total

Dr. Juergens has been in private practice since 1989 and has extensive post-graduate training in sports medicine. He has served as a member of many acclaimed sports medicine teams including the U.S. Track & Field Trials, the NCAA Track & Field Championships, the ATP’s Tennis Masters Cup and the U.S. Clay Court Championships.

During this 4-hour presentation, Dr. Juergens will review lower extremity biomechanics and will share his experiences on how to diagnosis and manage lower extremity injuries.  He will also demonstrate how to incorporate into your practice state of the art modalities and a variety of active care techniques.  Dr. Juergens will present case studies on common and uncommon lower extremity conditions.  This course will provide useful information that you can implement in the treatment of your patients when you return to work Monday morning!

Sponsored by:

Foot Levelers | Custom Orthotics

Exhibitor Break
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 02:00 PM to 02:30 PM (EDT)

Catch up with your favorite exhibitors!

Be sure to get your Cash Card stamped in order to be entered to win door prizes! Don't forget to drop your completed bingo card at the registration desk when completed!

09/21/2024 | Lower Extremity Biomechanics and the Management of Common Lower Extremity Injuries P3 with Dr. Kurt Juergens | 2 CEs
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 02:30 PM to 04:30 PM (EDT)
Speaker(s): Kurt Juergens DC, CCSP
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

4 CEs total

Dr. Juergens has been in private practice since 1989 and has extensive post-graduate training in sports medicine. He has served as a member of many acclaimed sports medicine teams including the U.S. Track & Field Trials, the NCAA Track & Field Championships, the ATP’s Tennis Masters Cup and the U.S. Clay Court Championships.

During this 4-hour presentation, Dr. Juergens will review lower extremity biomechanics and will share his experiences on how to diagnosis and manage lower extremity injuries.  He will also demonstrate how to incorporate into your practice state of the art modalities and a variety of active care techniques.  Dr. Juergens will present case studies on common and uncommon lower extremity conditions.  This course will provide useful information that you can implement in the treatment of your patients when you return to work Monday morning!

Sponsored by:

Foot Levelers | Custom Orthotics

Extra Events!

Be sure to add these to your calendar! You won't want to miss!

Both events are Saturday following classes for the day.

KAC Annual Business Meeting
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 04:30 PM to 05:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

The KAC Annual Business Meeting will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, following classes for the day - about 4:30pm EST in the main classroom. KAC members will vote on elections, the 2024 Chiropractor of the Year, as well as any proposed Bylaw changes. Hear updates from state and national groups in the world of Chiropractic!

We look forward to seeing you!

This is free to attend for KAC members. The Student Reception will follow the close of the Annual Business meeting.

Student Reception
Date/Time: Sat, Sep 21, 2024 - 05:30 PM to 07:30 PM (EDT)
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

We will be having a student reception. We are inviting students, exhibitors and doctors. This will be a chance for students to meet potential doctors to do their community based clerkship and a chance for doctors to meet potential students! 

This is free to attend. A few drink tickets will be handed out, and then it will be a cash bar following use of your drink tickets.

Sunday September, 22, 2024

09/22/2024 | CBD 101: How does CBD Fit into a DC’s Treatment Plan? with Joe Kryszak, MBA | 2 CEs
Date/Time: Sun, Sep 22, 2024 - 08:00 AM to 10:00 AM (EDT)
Speaker(s): Joe Kryszak MBA
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

This two-hour course uses research from Harvard Medical School, the Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, National Institute of Health, and other reputable organizations to provide DCs current, reliable information regarding the fast-growing marketplace for compounds like CBD and other cannabinoids. Regardless DCs our interest in providing CBD products in their practice, this presentation will allow DCs to speak knowledgeably on this topic to your patients. 

Joe Kryszak, MBA is the CEO and Founder of Stirling Professional CBD – the fastest-growing CBD company in the Chiropractic Industry. With experience managing billion-dollar businesses for five Fortune 500 companies, Joe knows the importance of delivering high-quality products at market-changing pricing. Stirling gives back to the Chiropractic community and works with dozens of local, state, and national Chiropractic Associations.

Sponsored by:

Last Exhibitor Break
Date/Time: Sun, Sep 22, 2024 - 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM (EDT)

Last Exhibitor Break!

Catch up with your favorite exhibitors!

Be sure to get your Cash Card stamped in order to be entered to win door prizes! Don't forget to drop your completed bingo card at the registration desk when completed!

09/22/2024 | Disc Herniation Classification and Imaging of Spinal Degeration with Dr. Steven Gould | 2 CEs
Date/Time: Sun, Sep 22, 2024 - 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM (EDT)
Speaker(s): Steven Gould DC, DACBR, FICC
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

Lumbar Radiology Review: Dr. Gould will discuss the proper nomenclature and classification of the various types of lumbar disc derangement for improved communication between healthcare providers, patients, and third party payors. 

Dr. Steven Gould’s extensive expertise and interactive style provides doctors with a dynamic risk management seminar. His motivating presentations cover a wide variety of popular topics, including imaging that impact doctors with an ideal blend of clinical and practical knowledge.

Dr. Steven Gould is a Board Certified Chiropractic Radiologist who became a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (DACBR) in 1993. He has a full-time radiology and clinical/patient practice where he performs interpretations on plain film radiographs and MRIs for referring chiropractors. In his clinical practice, he has provided chiropractic care to the Wichita Wranglers professional baseball team and the Wichita Thunder hockey team.

Sponsored by:

Quick Break
Date/Time: Sun, Sep 22, 2024 - 12:45 PM to 01:00 PM (EDT)

Quick break!

The sooner you all get back, the sooner we can all get home!

09/22/2024 | Imaging of Sports Injuries with Dr. Steven Gould | 2 CEs
Date/Time: Sun, Sep 22, 2024 - 12:45 PM to 02:45 PM (EDT)
Speaker(s): Steven Gould DC, DACBR, FICC
Location: Marriott Griffin Gate

Sport & Spine: Miscellaneous review of various cases, including some not-so common or easily missed sports injuries. Multiple cases will be presented on various injuries to the extremities and spine of both pediatric and adult patients.

Dr. Steven Gould’s extensive expertise and interactive style provides doctors with a dynamic risk management seminar. His motivating presentations cover a wide variety of popular topics, including imaging that impact doctors with an ideal blend of clinical and practical knowledge.

Dr. Steven Gould is a Board Certified Chiropractic Radiologist who became a Diplomate of the American Chiropractic Board of Radiology (DACBR) in 1993. He has a full-time radiology and clinical/patient practice where he performs interpretations on plain film radiographs and MRIs for referring chiropractors. In his clinical practice, he has provided chiropractic care to the Wichita Wranglers professional baseball team and the Wichita Thunder hockey team.

Sponsored by: