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Forward - The Podcast of the Forward Thinking Chiropractic Alliance
Hosted by Bobby Maybee · EN
Progressive chiropractic talk. Forward Thinking Chiropractic Podcast is the official podcast of the FTCA. On this show we interview the brightest minds of progressive chiropractic, as well as professionals from other professions. This podcast is for those who are interested in evidence based chiropractic, and my attempts to make discussing it entertaining.
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FTCA Podcast #113 - Dr. Kevin Christie - Patient Experience Mastery
3d agoTap to summarizeDr. Kevin Christie is a chiropractor, speaker, entrepreneur, and educator known for helping evidence-informed chiropractors build stronger businesses without sacrificing clinical integrity. He is the founder of Modern Chiropractic Mastery, a coaching and business development company focused on marketing, systems, leadership, and sustainable practice growth for chiropractors. Through years of owning and scaling practices, leading mastermind groups, and educating chiropractors around the world, Kevin has become a respected voice in ethical business development, patient-centered growth, and operational excellence. His work consistently emphasizes that great clinical outcomes and strong business systems are not opposing ideas—they should work together. In this episode, Dr. Kevin Christie joins host Dr. Bobby Maybee for a practical conversation on how chiropractic clinics can prepare for what may be a tighter and more competitive business landscape heading into 2026.Kevin and Bobby discuss why simply being “good” is no longer enough—and why clinics need to become truly remarkable by pairing clinical excellence with a stronger patient experience. FTCA Podcast #113 - Dr. Kevin Christie - Patient Experience Mastery Bobby Maybee DC Download BE SURE TO JOIN US AT THRIVE 2027!Let’s take a moment to thank the partners that help make the Forward Thinking Chiropractic podcast possible.First up is Jane — one of the most user-friendly practice management platforms in healthcare. From scheduling and charting to payments and patient communication, Jane helps clinics run smoothly so you can spend more time focused on patient care and less time fighting your software.We’re also proud to partner with Altra Running — makers of footwear built around natural foot positioning, with their signature FootShape toe box and zero-drop options that many active patients and movement-focused providers have come to appreciate.A big thank you to ChiroUp — an evidence-based clinical platform that helps chiropractors improve diagnosis, documentation, exercise prescription, and patient education. It’s built for doctors who want to be both more efficient and better clinicians.Thanks as well to NCMIC — a company that has supported chiropractors for decades through malpractice insurance, business protection, and resources designed specifically for our profession.Shoutout to KMC University — helping chiropractors improve communication, documentation, compliance, and patient education systems so practices can operate at a higher level.And thank you to Portland Health Supply — providing affordable, tested clinical products and supplies for chiropractors who want dependable equipment without unnecessary markup.And finally, a quick mention of our own company, Chiropractic Success Academy — an online business education platform built specifically for chiropractors who want more clarity, better systems, and sustainable growth without gimmicks, guru nonsense, or high-pressure coaching models.
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FTCA Podcast #112 - Dr. Andrew Bruns - Shockwave Deep Dive
1w agoTap to summarizeDr Andrew Bruns of Portland Health Supply outlines the company’s growth from a chiropractor’s garage startup to an FDA‑compliant device supplier and explains shockwave therapy—how radial and focused waves differ, strong evidence for tendinopathies, and the multimodal mechanisms behind pain relief and tissue remodelling. He offers practical guidance on dosing, hands‑on technique, safety, training, device selection and business integration as a cash service, plus tips on maintenance and minimizing clinic downtime. The interview also covers legal/trademark lessons, sponsorship of the FTCA and how to contact Portland Health Supply for advice and support.
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FTCA Podcast #111 - Chris Chippendale - Patient Experience Masterclass
2w agoTap to summarizeToday’s guest is chiropractor Chris Chippendale — a clinician, educator, and speaker with a strong focus on patient communication, patient experience, and building practices that are both ethical and sustainable. Chris has become known for helping chiropractors bridge the gap between clinical competence and the actual lived experience patients have inside a practice.Alongside Kevin Christie, Chris is co-hosting the upcoming Patient Experience Masterclass in London on June 20th, 2026 — a one-day event focused on helping chiropractors create patient-centered systems that improve trust, communication, retention, outcomes, and ultimately practice health without relying on fear-based tactics or manipulative sales approaches.In today’s episode, we take a deep dive into what “patient experience” actually means in a modern chiropractic practice. We discuss reframing sales as patient-centered conversations, creating emotional safety and trust, improving operational ease inside the clinic, tracking measurable progress, and helping patients move toward long-term empowerment and self-management.We also get practical — talking about retesting, co-management, communication systems, measurable outcomes, and the kinds of small operational details that can dramatically influence referrals, retention, and the overall patient journey.If you’ve ever wondered why some great clinicians struggle to create consistently great patient experiences—or how to improve the experience inside your own clinic without becoming salesy—this is a really valuable conversation.REGISTER HERE FTCA Podcast #111 - Chris Chippendale - Patient Experience Mastery Bobby Maybee DC Download Let’s take a moment to thank the partners that help make the Forward Thinking Chiropractic podcast possible.First up is Jane — one of the most user-friendly practice management platforms in healthcare. From scheduling and charting to payments and patient communication, Jane helps clinics run smoothly so you can spend more time focused on patient care and less time fighting your software.We’re also proud to partner with Altra Running — makers of footwear built around natural foot positioning, with their signature FootShape toe box and zero-drop options that many active patients and movement-focused providers have come to appreciate.A big thank you to ChiroUp — an evidence-based clinical platform that helps chiropractors improve diagnosis, documentation, exercise prescription, and patient education. It’s built for doctors who want to be both more efficient and better clinicians.Thanks as well to NCMIC — a company that has supported chiropractors for decades through malpractice insurance, business protection, and resources designed specifically for our profession.Shoutout to KMC University — helping chiropractors improve communication, documentation, compliance, and patient education systems so practices can operate at a higher level.And thank you to Portland Health Supply — providing affordable, tested clinical products and supplies for chiropractors who want dependable equipment without unnecessary markup.And finally, a quick mention of our own company, Chiropractic Success Academy — an online business education platform built specifically for chiropractors who want more clarity, better systems, and sustainable growth without gimmicks, guru nonsense, or high-pressure coaching models.
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FTCA Podcast #110 - DD Palmer Talked to Ghosts!
3w agoTap to summarizeA discussion of DD Palmer, the founding of chiropractic, and spiritualism in the late 1800's.
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FTCA Podcast #109 - Beth LeChance - Medical Virtual Assistants
Mar 13Tap to summarizeBeth Lachance, CEO of Global Medical Virtual Assistance (GMVA), outlines how HIPAA‑certified medical virtual assistants (MVAs)—mostly nurses or staff with medical/insurance experience—handle front‑office, clinical/back‑office and revenue‑cycle tasks. Recruited mainly from the Philippines and rigorously trained with immediate HIPAA compliance, MVAs integrate in real‑time with practices, reducing clinician burnout and boosting patient satisfaction.
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FTCA Podcast #108 - We're Back!
Feb 6Tap to summarizeDr. Bobby Maybee returns to the FTCA podcast to introduce the Chiropractic Success Academy (CSA), aimed at early-career chiropractors seeking clarity in practice management. He announces the upcoming "Thrive" event in January 2027 in Atlanta, focusing on seven key principles of chiropractic success. Sharing his personal health journey with a germ cell tumor, he emphasizes the importance of trust in healthcare, highlighting that patient confidence is built on visible competence and effective communication. Dr. Maybee encourages chiropractors to refine their communication skills to enhance patient satisfaction and care experiences.
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FTCA Podcast #107 - Dr. Naota Hashimoto - TrackStat
Jan 9, 2025Tap to summarizeFTCA Podcast #107 - Dr. Naota Hashimoto - TrackStat Bobby Maybee DC Download After experiencing a head-on collision and enduring six months of physical therapy with limited results, a family friend referred him to his first chiropractor. Chiropractic care brought significant relief from his persistent neck and lower back pain and even led to unexpected improvements in his overall health. Inspired by these outcomes, he decided to pursue a career in chiropractic to help others experience similar benefits. During his studies, he met his future wife, who shared his passion for the profession, and they have since built a life and career together.The couple practiced for 17 years in a multidisciplinary setting, focusing on providing high-quality care to their patients. Early in their career, they surpassed the $1 million mark in practice revenue and later exceeded $3.5 million annually during their final years of practice. They attributed much of their success to their focus on effective patient tracking, systems and automations, which allowed them to improve efficiency and outcomes. This realization inspired them to develop a patient tracking software that streamlined operations and enhanced the patient experience.As their software business grew, it eventually became their primary focus, and they made the decision to sell their practice to dedicate themselves fully to TrackStat. Their mission is to help chiropractors implement efficient patient tracking processes using technology, enabling them to serve more patients, improve practice outcomes, and achieve greater success. By supporting the growth and efficiency of chiropractic practices, they also hope to contribute to the advancement of the profession and inspire more students to pursue chiropractic careers.
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FTCA Podcast #106 - Dr. Pat Battaglia - Community Based Clinical Education
Dec 20, 2024Tap to summarizeDr. Patrick Battaglia, Chiropractic Physician and Assistant VP of Community-Based Clinical Education at University of Western States, brings extensive experience in integrating chiropractic care into diverse healthcare settings, including community-health centers. He is a board-certified chiropractic physician with special training in chiropractic radiology and is dedicated to providing immersive clinical experiences for chiropractic students. IF YOU WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN THE UWS CBCE PROGRAM - Go to these two links!- Doctors, schedule a CBCE onboarding meeting here. - Become part of our CBCE program by applying here. FTCA Podcast #106 - Dr. Pat Battaglia - Community Based Clinical Education Bobby Maybee DC Download
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FTCA Podcast #105 - Dr. Tim Bertelsman - ChiroUp
Dec 2, 2024Tap to summarizeTim Bertelsman D.C., CCSP, DACODr. Tim Bertelsman is the co-founder of ChiroUp. He graduated with honors from Logan College of Chiropractic and has been practicing in Belleville, IL since 1992. He has lectured nationally on various clinical and business topics and has been published extensively. Dr. Bertelsman has served in several leadership positions and is the former president of the Illinois Chiropractic Society. He also received ICS Chiropractor of the Year in 2019. FTCA Podcast #105 - Dr. Tim Bertelsman - ChiroUp Bobby Maybee DC Download
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FTCA Podcast #104 - Brian Beckstead - Altra Running Shoes
Nov 12, 2024Tap to summarizeAfter 11 years in the run and outdoor specialty retail space Brian Beckstead worked to create Altra Footwear. Built a sales team and program as VP of Sales in pioneering the early years of Altra before becoming President where he had a wide variety of responsibilities including managing revenue, margin, P&L, and a team of Directors in the departments of Operations, Sales, Marketing, Product, and International. Worked to finalize and transition Altra being purchased from ICON Health and Fitness to the VF Corporation. Currently focusing on Strategic Projects and PR. He is a focused, determined, and a free-thinking executive and an excellent podcast guest. FTCA Podcast #104 - Brian Beckstead - Altra Running Shoes Bobby Maybee DC Download
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