Georgia Chiropractic Association

Join GCA for our 2025 Winter Conference & Tradeshow Exhibition December 5 – 7 at the Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galle...
10/29/2025

Join GCA for our 2025 Winter Conference & Tradeshow Exhibition December 5 – 7 at the Atlanta Marriott Northwest at Galleria!

Schedule to be announced soon!

Click here to register for Winter Conference! https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-winter-conference/

Conference registrants receive a discount on their hotel stay. Click here to make your room reservation: https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1760555722352&key=GRP&dtt=true&app=resvlink
You must use that link in order to receive the discount and be included in the conference room block.

2025 Conference registration includes:

- CE Class Registration (20, 15, 12, 8, or 5 CE)
- A light breakfast Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Lunch on Friday and Saturday (complimentary for all conference registrants)
- GCA’s Holiday Party on Friday, December 5
- Access to the Exhibit Hall
- And more!

Click here to register as an exhibitor for Winter Conference: https://gca.memberclicks.net/2025winterconfexhibitors

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Thomas Ventimiglia, DC, FACC(h)Dr. Ventimiglia will be joining us on Saturd...
10/21/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Thomas Ventimiglia, DC, FACC(h)

Dr. Ventimiglia will be joining us on Saturday, October 25, teaching “Ethics + Documentation + Boundaries = Improved Patient Outcomes.” Thank you to NCMIC for partnering with GCA to bring Dr. Ventimiglia to our conference!

A graduate of New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) and Fellow of the American College of Chiropractors, Dr. Ventimiglia served as dean of NYCC Department of Postgraduate and Continuing Education. In addition, he has served as the chairperson of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges, subcommittee on Postgraduate Education.

Dr. Ventimiglia coauthored "The Wellness Consultation: A Communication Model for Improved Patient Outcomes." That was presented at the NYCC Research Symposium in 2018. He was the principle investigator/conference director for the National Institutes of Health's National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine R-13 Conference Grant on "Conference on Chiropractic and Allopathic Integration."

Although retired from a private practice after 40 years, he remains active in the profession as a member of the NCMIC Speakers Bureau, the American Public Health Association's Chiropractic Health Care section, and the Federation of International Chiropractic Sports.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Ty Talcott, DC, CHPSEDr. Talcott will be joining us on Friday, October 24, ...
10/21/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Ty Talcott, DC, CHPSE

Dr. Talcott will be joining us on Friday, October 24, teaching “Changes to HIPAA and the New Administration.”

Dr. Ty Talcott is a Certified HIPAA Privacy and Security Expert, who consults thousands of healthcare practices relative to business development and protection.

He is a sought-after speaker who has led numerous seminars, performed as a keynote speaker, and has been featured on the cover of several magazines.

Dr. Talcott is also a founding partner of an IPA (Independent Physician Association) that credentials participating doctors for contracting with HMO’s and PPO’s. He has become one of the top experts on HIPAA regulations in the Chiropractic Profession.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Dawn Samad, DCDr. Samad will be joining us on Sunday, October 26, teaching ...
10/20/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Dawn Samad, DC

Dr. Samad will be joining us on Sunday, October 26, teaching “Comprehensive Management of Soft Tissue Injuries in Personal Injury Cases Including Diagnosis, Treatment, Management, and Documentation.”

Dr. Dawn Samad is a highly accomplished Business Leader with diverse expertise. As the visionary CEO and founder of Chiro Time Clinics Inc., Dr. Samad has established an exceptional chiropractic practice that spans four locations across Georgia. She franchised ChiroTime to become the first African American woman-owned franchisor in healthcare in Georgia and the first African American franchise founder in chiropractic in the country.

Recognizing the critical importance of compliance and safety within the transportation industry, Dr. Samad further established Express DOT Physicals. Through this venture, she and her proficient team offer Department of Transportation physicals to drivers, ensuring their adherence to state and federal regulations.

Driven by her passion for empowering healthcare professionals, Dr. Dawn Samad founded ChiroPreneurs, a national platform dedicated to training and mentoring practitioners and leaders within the healthcare industry.

Dr. Dawn Samad earned her esteemed Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University in Marietta, GA. She remains an active member of several prestigious professional associations, including the Life University Alumni Association Board of Trustees, Georgia Chiropractic Association Board of Trustees, American Black Chiropractic Association, Life Force, and Life University President’s Circle. She is also a proud member of The Atlanta Business League and the Atlanta Black Chamber. Her continuous involvement in these organizations is a testament to her commitment to excellence and her dedication to ongoing learning within her field as well as service to her community, city, and state.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Guy Riekeman, DCDr. Riekeman will be joining us on Friday, October 24, teac...
10/20/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Guy Riekeman, DC

Dr. Riekeman will be joining us on Friday, October 24, teaching “This Is Not Your Father's Chiropractic.”

Guy F. Riekeman, D.C., was the fourth president of Life University in Marietta, Georgia, and is currently Chancellor Emeritus. He has exhibited critical leadership in the chiropractic profession for 5 decades with an uplifting vision, focused energy, and a wealth of practical experience. In a dynamically changing world, glutted with conflicting information and roiling with uncertainty, Dr. Riekeman demonstrates a unique ability to articulate meaning and inspire discipline for institutional, professional, and personal success.

Dr. Riekeman obtained his chiropractic degree with honors in 1972 from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Iowa. He became a chiropractic spokesman, extolling the chiropractic message through award-winning television, video, and audio productions. He is an author and has conducted 20 World tours for professionals and the public. As a leader in the chiropractic centennial celebration in 1995, he produced the nationally aired TV documentary “From Simple Beginnings."

Dr. Riekeman created companies and seminar programs to improve chiropractic practices and facilitate integrity-based personal growth. Following the founding of the groundbreaking patient education and research seminar, Renaissance, he founded QUEST MANAGEMENT in 1987, which became one of the largest and most widely acclaimed of such professional enterprises. Currently, he has produced the first-ever lifestyle app for patients/public called My Lifestyle iQ (MLiQ) and opened a flagship neuro-based state of the art clinic in Michigan, Chiropractic Lifestyle Studios.

Dr. Riekeman continues to be highly sought as a motivational speaker at both national and international programs.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

As we reach the final countdown to GCA's 113th Annual Fall Conference & Tradeshow, we want to take a moment to thank our...
10/17/2025

As we reach the final countdown to GCA's 113th Annual Fall Conference & Tradeshow, we want to take a moment to thank our incredible Partners, who help make impactful weekends of continuing education like our conference possible!

Thank you to our Gold Partner, Life University.

Thank you to our Rose Gold Partners, Healthcare and Georgia Spine & Orthopaedics.

Thank you to our Silver Partners, Amera Imaging, Mapmelocal, NutriDyn, Georgia Interventional Medicine, and Fry Goehring.

Lastly, thank you to our Bronze Partners, Ameris Bank, EDGE Business Systems,Foot Levelers, ChiroHealthUSA , Nutri-West Coastal Plains, American Medical Injury Centers, ChiroPreferred, Floral Image, NuMedica, Payroc, ImPACT Applications, Inc., , Peachtree Orthopedics, and Roswell Pain Specialists.

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Robert A. Rakowski, DC, CCN, DACBN, DIBAKDr. Rakowski will be joining us on Sun...
10/17/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Robert A. Rakowski, DC, CCN, DACBN, DIBAK

Dr. Rakowski will be joining us on Sunday, October 26, teaching “The Functional Medicine Edge: Catapult Your Practice to the Next Level.” Thank you to for partnering with GCA to bring Dr. Rakowski to our conference!

Dr. Rakowski is a Chiropractor, Board Certified Kinesiologist, Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Certified Biological Terrain Instructor, and the clinic director of the Natural Medicine Center in Houston Texas. In addition to running a busy practice, Dr. Rakowski has lectured internationally for over 3 decades on various topics related to Natural and Lifestyle Medicine, Happiness and Success. He has appeared on numerous television programs and international radio talk shows. He is a recognized expert in functional endocrinology and in-office diagnostic procedures to assess nutrition status. His clinical experience ranges from treating elite professional athletes to critically ill patients with a variety of cancers and autoimmune diseases.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

GCA is excited to share that three of our Partners are hosting Networking Dinners on Saturday, October 25 at Fall Confer...
10/16/2025

GCA is excited to share that three of our Partners are hosting Networking Dinners on Saturday, October 25 at Fall Conference. To sign up for one of these complimentary dinners, stop by the GCA Membership Table in the Exhibit Hall on Friday or Saturday morning. Spaces are limited, so sign-ups are first come, first served.

- Georgia Interventional Medicine invites GCA attendees to join them at Superica
- NutriDyn invites GCA attendees to join them at Rumi's Kitchen
- Wingman Payments invites GCA attendees to join them at Colletta

Still need to register for conference? Visit https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/ to sign up!

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Eric Plasker, DCDr. Plasker will be joining us on Sunday, October 26, teach...
10/16/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Eric Plasker, DC

Dr. Plasker will be joining us on Sunday, October 26, teaching “Everything Works better with Chiropractic.”

Dr. Plasker graduated from Life University in 1985, building a thriving family and performance practice in the Atlanta area. There, he continues to help athletes, parents, and entire families take control of their health by making wellness a lifestyle, not an emergency response. Today, through his best-selling 100 Year Lifestyle® book series and his company, The Family Practice, Dr. Plasker has trained over 10,000 chiropractors and helped countless families around the world achieve lasting health and rethink what’s possible for their health and future. His philosophy is simple but powerful: You have the potential to live a long, healthy, purpose-driven life — if you choose to. In an age where more people are outliving their expectations, he’s teaching the world how to match quantity of years with quality of life. Dr. Plasker is a sought-after speaker, media guest, and Chiropractor of the Year (Life University 2024) known for his high-energy talks and empowering message. He and his wife Lisa live in Marietta, Georgia, and have raised three adult children — all chiropractors.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

The ladies of GCA invite you to join us for Afternoon Tea on Friday, October 24 at GCA's Fall Conference as we celebrate...
10/15/2025

The ladies of GCA invite you to join us for Afternoon Tea on Friday, October 24 at GCA's Fall Conference as we celebrate women in chiropractic!

This year, we will be honoring Dr. Tannaz Modaresi for her work advancing Georgia's chiropractic community.

Thank you to Fry Goehring for supporting this special event!

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Morgan Mullican, DC, DACBN, CCN., DCBCNDr. Mullican will be joining us on F...
10/15/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Morgan Mullican, DC, DACBN, CCN., DCBCN

Dr. Mullican will be joining us on Friday, October 24, teaching Chronic Diseases: “What Are the Top 5 Chronic Diseases and How They Affect Our Chiropractic Outcomes.” Thank you to Invisa-Red Technology for partnering with GCA to bring Dr. Mullican to our conference!

Dr. Mullican comes to us with a great deal of clinical and consulting experience. He is a 1988 honors graduate from Palmer College of Chiropractic. Before starting his practice in Dallas, Texas in 1989, he taught in the radiology department at Palmer College. He received his Diplomate in clinical nutrition in 1993, he completed his C.C.N Certified Clinical Nutritionist in 1996, and completed his Diplomate from the Chiropractic Board of Clinical Nutrition in 2013. He had one of the largest nutrition practices in Dallas for over 20 years. In 2022, he opened three Laser Weight Loss locations utilizing the invisa-RED laser, in Oklahoma, Mississippi, and Georgia, and runs them remotely today. He is one of the most sought-after speakers at Chiropractic Colleges and Chiropractic State Association meetings. He and his wife Dawn have 5 grown children and reside in Gainesville, Georgia.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Mitch Mally, DCDr. Mally will be joining us on Saturday, October 25, teachi...
10/14/2025

GCA Fall Conference Presenter Spotlight: Dr. Mitch Mally, DC

Dr. Mally will be joining us on Saturday, October 25, teaching “"Slashing" High and Low Ankle Sprains.” Thank you to Foot Levelers for partnering with GCA to bring Dr. Mally to our conference!

Dr. Mitch Mally is an esteemed international speaker and a leader in the field of chiropractic with over 40 years of experience dedicated to advancing the profession. Known as "The Doctor’s Doctor," Dr. Mally has committed his career to training and mentoring both students and chiropractors, thereby enhancing the standards of care worldwide.

He is highly sought after for his expertise, drawing patients from around the globe, including stars, celebrities, and elite professional athletes who trust him for his exceptional insight and skill. Dr. Mally’s innovative approaches and unwavering dedication have positioned him as a pivotal figure in modern healthcare, inspiring the next generation of practitioners and impacting countless lives.

Still need to register for Fall Conference? Click here to sign up today: https://www.gachiro.org/event/gca-2025-fall-conference/

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