Chiropractic education for today’s Doctor of Chiropractic is extensive
After 3 years of Pre-Chiropractic study candidates for the Doctor of Chiropractic program enter a four year course of study. Chiropractic education is comprised of similar hours of study relative to human physiology as that of a Medical Doctor. Education differs most significantly in that Medical practitioners will receive training in Pharmacology and Surgical procedures and Chiropractors will receive training in the care of the spine.
Today’s Chiropractor is well trained to assist you reach your optimal health and well-being goals.
Chiropractic Education compared to Medical Education
| Chiropractic Classroom Hours | Medical Classroom Hours | |
| Anatomy | 540 | 508 |
| Physiology | 240 | 326 |
| Pathology | 360 | 401 |
| Chemistry | 165 | 325 |
| Microbiology | 120 | 114 |
| Diagnosis | 630 | 324 |
| Neurology | 320 | 112 |
| X-Ray | 360 | 148 |
| Psychiatry | 60 | 144 |
| Obstetrics | 60 | 148 |
| Orthopedics | 210 | 156 |
| Total Hours | 2,887 | 2,706 |
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