Question
My name is Ian and I was hoping you could spare a few minutes of your busy life to help me out. I am of 25 years of age and currently working for a family business. I am very interested in studying Chiropractic and making it my future career. Trouble is that I wouldn't know where or how to begin since I've been out of the schooling scene for quite some time now. Could you possibly give me a brief pep-talk on becoming a Doctor of Chiropractic and how your life as a Chiropractor is? Are there any such offices that might have volunteer work ? Do you work long hours? What classes do you recommend taking in college? What schools and programs did you take? Any Tips are greatly appreciated! I Thank you for taking the time to read my email.

Answer
Ian,

Thanks for the questions. Chiropractic is a rewarding profession. You get to help people in ways that others cannot.  It is challenging, but rewarding.

To find out if any doctors in your area would allow you to shadow them, or work for them, just start calling around.  I know that many doctors enjoy that type of thing.

As for hours, you can basically work as much, or as little, as you desire.

For the class requirements, I recommend doing a search of the chiropractic colleges and contacting them.  I went to Texas Chiropractic College and was pleased with the training I received.

I recommend seeking out a local chiropractor who can mentor you and "show you around" the profession.  It is a big step.  I wish that I would have had someone to do this with. It would have been a big help.  If it is right for you, you will know it after spending some time around it.

I hope this helps.  If you have any more questions, please let me know.

Dr. Boss