IN THIS I55UE. Finally, to give you some REAL answers about establishing a multi-disciplinary practice, TAC asks the Practice Management "Coach" who's gaining favor with his successful multi-disciplinary practice model, Mark L. Sanna, D.C. Find out the secrets of running a practice that can only be learned by helping hundreds of practices throughout the US! Based on his experience as a practice management coach. Dr. Sanna explains the details involved in establishing a DC/MD practice, as well as assisting you in deciding what characteristics you should have J • before deciding to go multi-disciplinary with your practice. This article is helpful, whether you're considering making the big transition or not. Also, we're focusing again in this issue on "Where Chiropractic is Headed". In the last issue of TAC, ICA and ACA leaders, Dr. Bob Hoffman and Dr. J. Michael Flynn discussed their respective visions for the future of the profession, with unity, legislation and "definition" being among the main areas of concern. We wanted to explore this topic further, so we asked another leader in the profession for his "Perspective": President of the malpractice insurance company NCMIC, Dr. Louis Sportelli (see page 8). Then, upon reviewing Dr. Sportelli's response, two of our very own editorial board members, Drs. Tedd Koren and J.C. Smith, sent us their reactions to Dr. Sportelli's piece. Well, the fur has been Hying! But, with two very different philosophies, Drs. Koren and Smith present very good cases for the predominant mindsets that exist within the profession. Read their "Perspectives" beginning on pages 18 & 19. and let us know what you think on our Reader Fax Back Survey on the following page (page 3). On nutrition in this issue, Mary Frost continues to educate us with excerpts from her book, Going Back to the Basics of Human Health. This time, Mary quickly and simply explains the difference between synthetic and whole-food based vitamins. Very few people are aware of the actual sources of synthetic vitamins, nor are they aware of how labeling conveniently hides these sources. Whole-food vitamins, you'll find, are more compatible with the chiropractic philosophy—being the most natural option in vitamins; but, it takes a doctor, like you, to test your patients' needs for specific supplements, so prepare yourself to do some homework after reading this article. Also, in this issue, Dr. Kim Christensen has an important article on the mechanics of the painful and debilitating SI condition, with specific recommendations for treatment, including spinal manipulation, exercise, and various other forms of therapy. There are too many great things in this issue to tell you about, so be sure to read every page. We have a lot of fun creating this magazine for you, so drop us a note and let us know what you think! And a special thanks to all those of you who continue to send us your notes and thoughts by mail, e-mail, and through the fax survey, and online at: www.amchiropractor.com. Keep the good thoughts coming! For chiropractic, laclyn Busch
