Total Credits: 16 including 1 Ethics, 1 Boundaries, 1 Pain Management, 2 Physical Measures, 11 General
MAC Fall 2025 Convention & Exhibition: September 19-21, 2025
Rhythm and Renewal: A Festival of Continuing Education
Feel the rhythm of new ideas and experience renewal in your practice and purpose as you join us in majestic Port Huron for Michigan’s premier chiropractic continuing education event of 2025—our annual Fall Convention & Exhibition!
Step out of the daily grind and into a weekend designed for growth, connection, and clarity. Rhythm and Renewal is more than CE – it’s a chance to realign your energy, refocus your vision, and return to what truly matters, both in your practice and in your life.
For those who missed it last year, attendees and vendors loved this scenic location right on the water, with 90% of survey respondents requesting a return. We can’t wait to gather again in this welcoming city for another weekend of learning, connection, and fun by the waterfront as we embrace “Rhythm and Renewal” together at this festival of continuing education.
We have a dynamic lineup of nationally renowned speakers on hand to provide attendees with a learning experience chock full of information that can be implemented immediately Monday morning. Join your chiropractic colleagues in a pristine Great Lakes setting and earn up to 16 hours of live continuing education, including the following State of Michigan requirements: One hour in Pain and Symptom Management, two hours of Physical Measures, and one hour in Ethics and one hour in Sexual Boundaries.
Reminder: Two hours in the Performance and Ordering of Tests is no longer required for chiropractic license renewal or relicensure, per the new Board of Chiropractic Administrative Rules.
The venue is just three miles from Downtown Port Huron’s lively entertainment district. Looking for evening adventures? Downtown offers a variety of restaurants and bars, including a speakeasy, tiki bar, axe throwing and entertainment center, and live music venues for a memorable night out with colleagues and friends. Bring the whole family, enjoy some outdoor fun and the water views, and get the CEs you need in a beautiful location that exemplifies Pure Michigan. See you in Port Huron this September!
Schedule Note
Band Tee Saturday @ Rhythm and Renewal - Let your style say it all on Band Tee Saturday!
Whether it’s vintage rock, pop throwback, hip hop legends, or a local indie favorite—Saturday is your day to wear your favorite concert T-shirt and bring the rhythm to life. It’s a celebration of who you are outside the adjusting table or front desk.
Get ready to rock this year’s convention with our very first-ever “concert tee”! Show off your convention and chiropractic spirit and get into the rhythm and renewal by pre-ordering your shirt. Your exclusive tee will be waiting for you at the registration booth—don’t miss out on this fun keepsake you can enjoy for years to come!
Unisex T-Shirts: $25
Get ready to rock this year’s convention with our very first-ever “concert tee”! Show off your convention and chiropractic spirit and get into the rhythm and renewal by pre-ordering your shirt. Your exclusive tee will be waiting for you at the registration booth—don’t miss out on this fun keepsake you can enjoy for years to come!
Join Dr. Cindy Howard for a practical look at how genetics can take your patient care beyond lab work. This course will show you how to identify genetic predispositions tied to detoxification, inflammation, hormone clearance, and neurocognitive health, allowing you to tailor care plans and improve outcomes. Real-world case studies will demonstrate how to integrate genetic testing with blood chemistries to resolve symptoms, prevent disease, and coordinate effective care in your practice. 3 CEs Sponsored by Protocol for Health
Musculoskeletal conditions are a leading driver of healthcare costs and lost productivity in the workplace. This practical session equips chiropractors with strategies to deliver evidence-based MSK care in corporate settings, addressing the root causes of back pain, carpal tunnel, and repetitive stress injuries. Learn how to implement effective on-site care models, coordinate with HR and wellness teams, and track measurable outcomes to improve employee health while reducing claims and absenteeism. If you want to enhance your clinical impact while supporting healthier workplaces, this course will give you the practical tools and frameworks to do so effectively. 3 Ce's available
Part I. This dynamic and interactive two-part workshop is designed to equip CAs with the advanced tools and strategies to not only excel in their roles, but to become pivotal drivers of practice growth and exceptional patient experiences. Move beyond traditional tasks and discover how to cultivate a patient-centric approach that fosters loyalty, master the art of effective communication to enhance patient compliance, streamline workflows for peak efficiency, and contribute to a thriving chiropractic practice.
This course will help you reignite your passion for chiropractic care while gaining the skills to elevate patient experiences and contribute to a thriving, efficient practice while becoming leaders in your community. Perfect for CAs ready to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.
The Opening Session will also serve as our Annual Meeting, so come and learn from your leadership the important issues facing the profession in Michigan. In addition, Dr. Lou Crivelli will provide an update on the recently finalized Clinical Compass Cost Effectiveness of Chiropractic study. Dr. Crivelli will share valuable information about the outcomes of research related to this systematic review, and provide suggestions on ways to disseminate the study, including recommendations to payors and employers. MAC President Dr. Robert Markle will give his State of the MAC address, and several awards, including our Chiropractor of the Year, Community Champion Award, Visionary Award, and Rising Star Award, will be presented. You will want to join your dedicated colleagues at this member appreciation meeting! 1 CE possible.
Remember: If you want to obtain all 16 available CEs at the MAC Fall Convention, you must attend the Opening Session/Annual Meeting.
Take your radiographic interpretation and clinical decision-making to the next level with this practical, case-based course. You will learn targeted search patterns and imaging protocols for each region, improving your ability to identify and manage clinically significant injuries to reduce morbidity and long-term disability. Through real clinical cases, you will gain confidence in selecting appropriate imaging studies, understanding their strengths and limitations, and establishing accurate diagnoses and differentials to enhance patient outcomes in your practice. 4 CE’s available – Sponsored by NCMIC
Learn how to support pelvic floor health in your preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum patients through chiropractic care. This course covers clinical assessment, treatment strategies, and exercises to protect and strengthen the pelvic floor, along with real case studies to apply in practice. Leave with practical tools to identify dysfunction early and confidently help your patients maintain a healthy pelvic floor throughout every stage of care. 4 CE – Sponsored by MOMV
Part II. This dynamic and interactive two-part workshop is designed to equip CAs with the advanced tools and strategies to not only excel in their roles, but to become pivotal drivers of practice growth and exceptional patient experiences. Move beyond traditional tasks and discover how to cultivate a patient-centric approach that fosters loyalty, master the art of effective communication to enhance patient compliance, streamline workflows for peak efficiency, and contribute to a thriving chiropractic practice.
This course will help you reignite your passion for chiropractic care while gaining the skills to elevate patient experiences and contribute to a thriving, efficient practice while becoming leaders in your community. Perfect for CAs ready to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.
Join your fellow National alumni for a wonderful lunch. Hear updates and news from your alma mater while catching up with your college friends and chiropractic colleagues. Note: These gatherings are FREE for alumni, but you must pre-register.
Join Dr. Jeffrey McKinley, DC, CCSP, FICC, for a practical, clinically focused seminar that will help you better assess and address postural patterns impacting your patients’ function and quality of life. This four-hour course covers targeted orthopedic and neurological exams in standing, sitting, prone, and supine positions, foot scan findings and their relationship to biomechanics, and X-ray evaluation for biomechanical assessment. Walk away with actionable tools to improve patient posture, enhance performance, and reduce the burden of musculoskeletal pain in your practice! 4 CE’s available – Sponsored by Foot Levelers
Take your practice to the next level with Dr. Miles Bodzin. In this engaging 4-hour course, you will gain practical tools to develop compliant care plans that improve patient follow-through while reducing your legal risk. Discover proven strategies to enhance patient communication, build trust, and strengthen informed consent practices, allowing you to elevate your bedside manner while protecting your practice. Walk away with actionable steps to improve patient outcomes, increase engagement, and confidently navigate the compliance landscape as you build a successful, patient-centered, and legally sound chiropractic practice. 4 CE’s available – Sponsored by Cash Practice
Step confidently into the insurance world with this practical, fast-paced class designed specifically for chiropractic CAs. Taught by the MAC’s Insurance Relations Director, who handles insurance questions from offices across the state every day, this course covers what’s really happening in claims processing, denials, documentation, and payor policies right now. You’ll learn how to spot and prevent common billing mistakes, improve collections, and navigate current insurance trends impacting your practice. Gain clear, actionable insights to strengthen your office’s financial health while staying compliant and efficient. Perfect for new and experienced CAs who want real answers to real insurance challenges.
Dr. Kingsbury brings a cutting-edge neurological lens to musculoskeletal care, empowering chiropractors to achieve faster, more effective outcomes. With extensive experience treating neurometabolic protocols, Dr. Kingsbury demonstrates how integrating functional neurology into daily practice can transform knee, back, and neuropathic cases. His practical, clinic-ready strategies will help you address neurological inhibition, metabolic factors, and inflammation to improve patient outcomes while elevating your clinical confidence. Join Dr. Kingsbury to learn how a neurometabolic approach can revolutionize your practice and deliver the comprehensive care your patients deserve. 4 CE’s – Sponsored by BluePrint to Practice Automation
This course will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the ethical and legal challenges you may face in practice. This engaging course, led from a legal perspective, will help you understand how to set and maintain professional boundaries, improve patient communication, and document care appropriately to reduce risk. Gain practical strategies to protect your license, your patients, and your practice while ensuring your care aligns with ethical and compliance standards. 2 Ce's available
Confidently handle auto injury cases from documentation to the courtroom! This fast-paced, practical seminar will teach you how to build strong patient files, document findings with winning strategies, and coordinate effective care and rehab that support your case. Learn billing, coding, and reporting techniques that ensure proper reimbursement, and discover how to prepare for depositions and trials with the right exhibits and communication strategies to defend your care confidently. Take the guesswork out of managing auto injury cases and walk away with tools you can implement immediately in your practice.
Please Note: If you need to register multiple attendees at different membership levels or membership types, i.e. Member, Member CA, Club Member, NonMember, you will need to process each membership type separately. If you are registering multiple people at a single membership level, i.e. Club Member DC and CA, then you can register multiple people at one time. Please contact the MAC with questions. 517-367-2225
Please Note: If you need to register multiple attendees at different membership levels or membership types, i.e. Member, Member CA, Club Member, NonMember, you will need to process each membership type separately. If you are registering multiple people at a single membership level, i.e. Club Member DC and CA, then you can register multiple people at one time. Please contact the MAC with questions. 517-367-2225