The necessary future of chiropractic education: a North American perspective.
The chiropractic educational system in North America is currently in a state of flux. The attempted conversion of some chiropractic schools into "universities" and the want of university affiliation for chiropractic schools suggests that we are searching for a better alternative to the present system. In the early 20th century, the Flexner Report helped transform modern medical education into a discipline that relies on scientific and clinical knowledge. Some have wondered if it is time for a Flexner-type report regarding the education of doctors of chiropractic. This article outlines the current challenges within the chiropractic educational system and proposes positive changes for that system.
Wyatt
Lawrence H
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Division of Clinical Sciences, Texas Chiropractic College, 5912 Spencer Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505, USA. beauxtx1@earthlink.net
Perle
Stephen M
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Murphy
Donald R
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Hyde
Thomas E
TE