The Informed Chiropractor Podcast

The Informed Chiropractor Podcast

Hosted by: Dr. Don MacDonald

Dive into the vibrant world of chiropractic care through a Polyvagal Lens with ”The Informed Chiropractor.” Hosted by Dr. Don MacDonald, this illuminating series explores chiropractic’s vitalistic and salutogenic...

Episodes

Strength Through Struggle: Approach to Chiropractic Care w/ Dr. Aileen Hurkett

Episode #166

In this episode of The Informed Chiropractor, host Dr. Don Macdonald flies over to Germany (virtually) for an insightful interview with Dr. Aileen Hurkett, a passionate and dedicated chiropractor based in the...
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Unlocking Chiropractic Success: An In-depth Conversation with Dr. Whitney Wihlidal

Episode #165

In this episode of The Informed Chiropractor, host Dr. Don McDonald interviews Dr. Whitney Wihlidal, a seasoned chiropractor with over 24 years of experience practicing in Orillia, Ontario. Dr. Willedahl shares an...
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Balancing Life and Chiropractic Practice: A Conversation with Dr. Tanya Chambers

Season #2 Episode #2

In this episode of the The Informed Chiropractor podcast, host Dr. Don McDonald speaks with Dr. Tanya Chambers, a chiropractor from Ontario. Dr. Chambers discusses her journey into chiropractic, sharing that she was...
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The Informed Chiropractor: Rebranding and Evolution with Chiropractic and the Polyvagal Theory

Season #2 Episode #1

After a hiatus, Dr. Don is relaunching the podcast today with a brand new name. In this solo episode, Dr. Don discusses rebranding from Vitality Shift Podcast for Chiropractors to The Informed Chiropractor and how the...
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How the Nervous System Influences Our Lives

Episode #164

After a short summer hiatus from the podcast, we’re back with a new episode. Today, we’re talking about the polyvagal theory, the two branches of the vagus nerve, the hierarchy of the nervous system, and how increased...
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Dr. Don Clum Give Us An Update On Fasting and Your Health

Episode #163

In this podcast episode, Dr. Don Clum, a chiropractor, and functional fitness expert, joins us to discuss his focus on advanced metabolic nutrition, emphasizing insulin resistance. He aims to help individuals with...
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How the Polyvagal Theory Helps Dr. Michael Winters Support His Chiropractic Patients

Episode #162

Join us in this episode as we welcome Dr. Michael Winters, a seasoned chiropractor with over 40 years of practice who owns and operates Winter's Wellness Center in Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. Winters has generously shared...
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Keeping a Positive Inner Dialogue with Chiropractor Dr. Tim Young

Episode #161

We’re welcoming Dr. Tim Young, based in Oklahoma, for this week’s episode. He graduated from chiropractic school 30 years ago and decided to enroll when he was sent home from the Navy after doctors recommended he...
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Heart rate variability, Chiropractic, and the Polyvagal theory with Dr. David Fletcher

Episode #160

Joining Dr. Don today is Dr. David Fletcher, a threepeat guest who is here to dive further into the polyvagal theory and heart rate variability. Dr. Fletcher is a chiropractic pioneer and the tools you can use to help...
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Why Right Now is The Best Time in Dr. Christopher Kent’s 50-Year Career.

Episode #159

In this episode, Dr. Don MacDonald is pleased to interview Dr. Christopher Kent, who has been a long-time inspiration to him.  Dr. Christopher Kent is a chiropractor and educator. He learned about chiropractic and...
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How to Continue Transitioning Out of the Pandemic with Dr. Peter Kevorkian

Episode #158

On today’s episode, Dr. Don speaks with Dr. Peter Kevorkian for the third time on the podcast. A lot has changed since Dr. Kevorkian last visited the show. This time, he’ll dissect the effects of the pandemic and talk...
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Dr. Kevin Holroyd Tells Us How to Deal With Personal Health Challenges as a Chiropractor

Episode #157

In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Kevin Holroyd. He practices with his wife, Dr. Susan Holroyd, at their clinic in Kelowna, BC. Kevin was introduced to chiropractic care at a young age—so early that he doesn’t...
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