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Collaborative Spine Care: Improving Outcomes Through Better Communication (2026)

Collaborative care doesn’t happen by accident. In this panel discussion, experienced chiropractors and an all-star neurosurgeon share practical strategies for improving communication, making better referral decisions, and building stronger interdisciplinary relationships that lead to better patient outcomes.

Available for CE credit in CO and MN

Summary

  • 3 Modules (15-21 min. each)
  • 1 Credit
  • PowerPoint deck & summary card

Why Collaboration Still Isn't the Standard

Explore the barriers that prevent effective collaboration.

Finding the Right Path: Conservative Care, Surgery, and Everything Between

Learn how collaborative teams determine the right path for each patient.

Imaging, Referrals, and Setting Patients Up for Success

Improve referral decisions through imaging and clinical evaluation.

Meet the Panelists

Dr. Rebecca LaMaack Schwartz, DC

Owner, Advanced Chiropractic Clinic

Dr. Ronald Hammers, MD

Neurosurgeon at Neurosurgery One

Dr. Joel Carmichael, DC, PhD

Clinician-Scientist and Associate Professor,
Center for Spine, Sport, and Physical Medicine