| Titles: | Chair, Chiropractic Practices and Principles |
| Assistant Professor | |
| Department: | Academic |
| khammerich@cmcc.ca |
Since my early education at CMCC, I have been passionate about the research that directs chiropractic principles and practice. While working in the library, Dr Scott Haldeman invited me to coauthor a paper on The Evolution of Neurology and the Concept of Chiropractic. A long sojourn in France provided opportunity to observe the early development of the chiropractic profession in Europe and to assist in the work towards recognition of the profession. My numerous articles and commentaries on consensus and unity of the profession while there were of a sociological nature. Back home in Canada I took over a practice and began teaching at CMCC in 2003. My early lectures dealt with the humanities in chiropractic and how they relate to principles and practice. Publications include papers about historical significance and multiculturalism. Upon realizing that I needed to know more about teaching, research and policy, I completed my Master of Health Studies at Athabasca University. My special interest is in understanding methods of teaching and learning. As Chair of the Department of Chiropractic Principles and Practice, I have initiated significant curriculum development. My keen interest in the humanities and how they impact the future of the profession has led to the redesigning of all the departmental courses. Recognizing the need to have a robust program in entrepreneurship to ensure graduate success, I have collaborated with Centennial College to create a unique state of the art program.
