SPRING 2026 Class notes


Eastgate Chiropractic in Cincinnati, Ohio, after six years in practice.


`20s


Jacob Brandman, D.C. (`21), became a Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner and opened Prime Chiropractic Sports Center with fellow Palmer graduate Ryan de Rosales, D.C. (`21) in October 2024.


Kyle Hodge, D.C. (`21) joined the Valparaiso University Department of Athletics and Campus Recreation as an assistant athletic trainer, working with their volleyball and baseball programs. He had previously worked with the department as an independent contractor.


`70s


John Maltby, D.C. (`77) was named interim secretary general of the World Federation of Chiropractic. In this role, he guides the Federation's global operations, works closely with the WFC board of directors, and oversees strategic initiatives.


Howard Woolley, D.C. (`72), proud owner of Woolley Chiropractic Center since 1976, retired after 52 years of dedicated service. He retires with deep appreciation for his patients and with confidence that the legacy of care he established will continue to benefit the community for years to come.


`90s


Frank Grandizio, D.C. (`95) celebrated the 20-year anniversary of Grand Chiropractic, which he founded in 2005 and has grown into a thriving practice with the inclusion of multiple spinal decompression tables, allowing him to offer a non-surgical option for treating herniated or slipped discs and related nerve compression.


Tom Morgan, D.C. (`95), founder of Morgan Chiropractic in Russellville, Alabama, marked 30 years of practice in January, celebrating three decades of providing chiropractic care to patients across the region since opening the practice in 1996.


`00s


Kelly Lange, D.C. (`04), owner of Hands on Wellness in Ashland, Oregon, was named the 2025 Sports Chiropractor of the Year by the American Chiropractic Association Sports Council in recognition of her outstanding work in sports chiropractic care and athletic medicine.


`10s


Russell Terry, D.C. (`10) took over ownership of Southeast Chiropractic in Price, Utah, continuing the family tradition of care originally established by his father, Kelly Terry, D.C. (`95). The practice has served its community since 1998.


Nate Stender, D.C. (`12) opened a second Stender Family Chiropractic location in Norfolk, Nebraska, in August, expanding his practice beyond his part-time office in Tilden, Nebraska.


Andrew Burd, D.C. (`16), founder and sole practitioner at The Foundry Chiropractic & Upper Cervical in Nashville, Tennessee, has been recognized by the Tennessee Chiropractic Association as the 2025 Rising Chiropractor of the Year.


Matthew Schlagheck. D.C. (`18) received his fellowship in Spinal Biomechanics and Trauma from the National Spine Management Group. In December 2025, he became the owner of


Devin Miller, D.C. (`23) joined First State Health & Wellness in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware, returning to his home state to serve his community and support patients in achieving natural health and wellness.


Tiago Rodrigues, D.C. (`24) was recognized by America’s Best in Medicine for his patient- centered approach to care, with expertise in the Diversified Technique and a strong focus on musculoskeletal health and wellness. He is a chiropractor at Espinoza Chiropractic Concepts, Ltd. in Austin, Texas.


Chase Strickland, D.C. (`24) opened his practice, Strickland Spine, in Andalusia, Alabama.


Madison Scarlassara, D.C. (`24) joined Traub Chiropractic in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, where she is excited to empower patients through proactive wellness care, helping each person tap into their body's natural healing abilities while promoting lifelong health.


Drake Shull, D.C. (`25), a third-generation chiropractor, opened Shull Chiropractic Clinic in Tullahoma, Tennessee, providing Gonstead- based chiropractic care to Coffee County and surrounding communities.


Jacob Mavis, D.C. (`25) joined his father, Marc Mavis, D.C. (`84), in practice at their Michigan- based family practice, Mavis Chiropractic Center.


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