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

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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How the Polyvagal Theory Can Help You and Your Patients

Episode #156

Dr. Don discusses the numerous training events and methods he has been employing in the last few months in today’s episode. We also hear a clip from a recent Zoom call for doctors in London preparing for an upcoming...
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How Dr. Clarence Haitsma Built a New Chiropractic Practice After 6 Years of Retirement

Episode #155

In today’s show, Dr. Don is joined by Dr. Clare Haitsma, a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic who has been in practice for 46 years. After chiropractic school, Dr. Haitsma returned to Alberta and practiced for...
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How Dr. Julie Darchuk Overcame Her Grief and Trauma With the Vitality Shift for Chiropractors

Episode #154

Dr. Don is joined by Dr. Julie Darchuk from Saskatoon in this episode. Dr. Julie has been in practice for 6 years and is a graduate of CMCC.  Dr. Don and Brandi have been working closely with Dr. Julie over the last...
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We’re Back! An Update from Dr. Don

Episode #153

Today, Dr. Don is firing the podcast again after a year-long break. In this episode, he shares what he and Brandi have been up to over the last year and the latest updates on their business. After this updated...
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