Lyceum 2024
Saturday, 21 September
We’ve planned a super-charged, high-energy day filled with a powerful combination of knowledge sharing, ideas and practical take aways.
7.30am
Registration opens
8.30am – 9.00am
Setting the scene – Opening celebration
9.00am – 10.20am : Session One
Nimrod Mueller
A Map of Chiropractic: Knowing what it Offers
About Nimrod
Nimrod is hugely passionate about the potential chiropractic has to impact the health and life of every person and the World at large, viewing chiropractic as the social driver that will shift people in to a new paradigm of living, reaching their greatest human potential. He his absolutely dedicated to ensuring that chiropractors have greater vision, broader understanding, deeper connection and greater impact – all flowing from congruency with the philosophy of chiropractic. He knows that doing so will create chiropractic as the beacon of hope that galvanises humanity and sets it on a better path for the future.
Cassandra Fairest
Passion, Purpose and Certainty
Discover how belief in what we do and walking the talk can grow and strengthen the chiropractic profession from the inside out.
About Cassandra
In 1998, Cassandra’s chiropractic journey began after her daughter’s referral to a chiropractor, which lead to her working at the Rotorua practice as bookkeeper. She eventually pursued chiropractic studies and graduated from the NZCC in 2013. Cassandra has been in private practice in Auckland since. She has served on the NZCA council since 2016, passionately promoting chiropractic principles. She mentored interns and briefly lectured at the NZCC from 2018-2021. In 2022, Cassandra became the first female president of the NZCA in their 100 year history. Committed to making chiropractic care accessible for all, she continues to advocate its benefits on health and wellbeing. Cassandra proudly celebrated her daughter’s graduation as a chiropractor in 2023.
Chris Ramsay
Chiropractic’s Identity: A Modern Ship of Theseus
Examine the evolving identity of chiropractic through the lens of the philosophical thought experiment, The Ship of Theseus.
About Chris
A graduate of the College, Chris has been part of the NZCC teaching team since 2017 and was appointed HOD Philosophy in 2021. He combines his experience in practice over the past decade with his deep understanding of the philosophical principles that chiropractic was founded upon to inspire students on their journey towards becoming the world’s best chiropractors.
10.20am – 10.40am
Morning tea
10.40am – 12.00pm : Session Two
David Fletcher
Create Your Living Legacy: Be Heard, Be Seen, Be Certain
Discover the principles that have shaped the chiropractic community and see how these ideals have evolved and impacted care in New Zealand.
About David
David is recognized as one of the leading authorities in the transitional shift towards neurologically centered chiropractic. His role as the innovator of the INSiGHT scanning technologies places him at the intersection between today’s technologies and the timeless principles of healing. An accomplished communicator, Fellow in the Chiropractic Sport Sciences and Founder/CEO of CLA Inc., David’s message helps bridge the widening gap within the profession by blending the neurosciences with practical solutions for everyday practitioners.
Patrick Fong
Navigating the Chiropractic Journey
Dr Patrick Fong shares his personal chiropractic journey, highlighting the challenges facing new graduate in practice. By recounting his own experiences such as dealing with unhappy clients and navigating the inevitable setbacks that come with starting out. More than just a story of success, this talk, focuses on how these experiences have shaped him and offers insights on what others can do. The presentation emphasises the importance of resilience and finding ways to make a real impact while growing in the chiropractic profession.
Dorte Bladt
Favourite Families
Dorte will share her winning formula of how to fill your practice with happy, healthy, holistic families.
About Dorte
Dorte has a 35-year career in chiropractic care for children. She runs a busy family practice in Newcastle, Australia. Dorte has a Master’s degree in Chiropractic Paediatrics as well as several Certificates in Paediatrics.
‘Switched-on Kids’ is Dorte’s international education program in chiropractic care for kids. She frequently presents at conferences and chiropractic colleges around the world. Her book ‘Switched-on Kids – The natural way for children to be their best’ was published in 2016. Dorte launched her fundraiser ‘The Kids’ Summit’ in 2015. It has raised over $300.000 and funded several important research projects into chiropractic care for children.
10.40am – 12.00pm : CA Breakout Session
Join us to elevate your skills, deepen your connections, and inspire excellence!
Your dedication and passion make a significant impact on the lives of those you serve. Let’s come together to celebrate and enhance the vital role you play in our chiropractic community.
12.00pm – 1.00pm
Lunch
12.00pm – 1.00pm : Career Mixer
Connect with our soon-to-be graduates who are looking for an associate position.
This event is a great opportunity for chiropractors to connect with final-year students seeking job placements.
1.00pm – 3.15pm : Session Three
David Scheiner
Purpose Driven Life
Build a legacy of good by stepping into your highest values whereby fueling personal and vocational success, innovation, and a natural ease in positively impacting the world through helping others.
Heidi Haavik
Chiropractic and the Default Mode Network; Our past, present and future
Dive into these groundbreaking insights and share what this means for your wellbeing.
About Heidi
Heidi is the Vice President Research and Dean of Research at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. She is a chiropractor and has a PhD in human neurophysiology from the University of Auckland. She is the author of the book ‘The Reality Check’(@www.heidihaavik.com or on Amazon), runs a company with the mission of enlightening the world about the science of chiropractic (@www.therealitycheck.com) and provides an online learning academy (@www.chirosacademy.com) and is one of the most popular chiropractic speakers in the world today.
Brian Kelly
1.00pm – 2.30pm : ‘Health Focused Families’ Breakout Session
5 focus points for a flourishing family practice
In this session Dorte Bladt will cover the essential steps to build a practice full of health focused families.
Starting with the enrolment of parents using effective communication strategies, through streamlining procedures for little ones and engaging with your community, you will leave with a ton of skills to implement for success on Monday morning.
3.15pm – 3.30pm
Afternoon break
3.30pm – 5.30pm : Session Four
Brad Glowaki
Kelly Holt
Dr Rudi’s Rooftop Brewing Co
Level 2/204 Quay Street
Proudly hosted in conjunction with the NZCA.
While we’ll be embracing the 1994 theme, you don’t need to get dressed up in costume or formal attire. Just come along for the fun, entertainment and celebration!
