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Texas Diamond Jubilee - celebrates 75 years of regulation
Message from the FCLB President
Any History out there? Every organization has a history - we are making ours shine! Did you know the earliest ancestor of the FCLB was the International Congress of Chiropractic Examining Boards, organized in September 1926 at a meeting of various state examining board members in Kansas City? From this Congress evolved the Council of State Chiropractic Examining Boards (CSCEB) in 1933. Does your board have additional historical information to help our 75th Anniversary publication regarding chiropractic licensure and regulation? This could consist of founding information about your licensing board, historical photos, etc. Please forward on any information you may have to assist us with our book. Email: fclb@fclb.org Dr. Joseph Keating will be authoring this celebratory book of chiropractic regulatory law. He has written many historical pieces for the chiropractic profession and continues to assist the Association for the History of Chiropractic. FCLB Business Meeting At the annual business meeting, four flags once again graced the podium as Mexico, Australia, and Canada joined the US boards. Dr. Wayne C. Wolfson of Florida was elected to a one-year term as FCLB president, and Dr. Richard Cole of Tennessee emerged the winner in a run-off election among three candidates for vice president. Dr. David Brown of Virginia continues on the Federation board as immediate past president. (complete article) New FCLB Leaders Dr. Wayne Wolfson of Orlando, Florida, was elected President for the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards at the April FCLB 75th Annual Congress. (complete article) Dr. Richard Cole seated as FCLB Vice President FCLB Awards Crown Annual Conference Mr. Horace Elliott wins Arvidson Award South Dakota walks away with
honors Western States President delivers Janse Lecture The 11th Annual Joseph Janse Lecture was delivered by Dr. William Dallas, president of Western States Chiropractic College, who challenged the boards to take a fresh look at their roles in light of emerging educational trends. His address mentioned the important role FCLB plays in chiropractic licensure and regulation. (complete article) Working Together - Education and Regulation Dr. Fabrizio Mancini, President of Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, Texas shared with attendees that only when boards and colleges work together will competent practitioners be working in the field of chiropractic. (complete article) Testing DCs through Technology The National Board of Chiropractic Examiners reported to conference attendees their continued development of standardized chiropractic testing utilizing different forms of technology. Specifically, NBCE is currently investigating the advisability and feasibility of implementing computer-based testing (CBT). Benefits of CBT could include more convenience for students, due to greater availability and flexibility in scheduling, and quicker and more accurate scoring. (complete article) FCLB honors Past Presidents The 75-year Diamond Jubilee celebration honored past FCLB presidents for years of service devoted to protecting the public through chiropractic regulation. Symbols of appreciation, a gavel plaque and medallion, were presented to those in attendance by Dr. David Brown at the Welcome Reception. (complete article) Thank You Welcome Reception co-sponsors! The FCLB 75th Diamond Jubilee opening reception welcomed conference attendees with San Antonio heritage and style. Attendees enjoyed food, fun, and flamenco dancers fitting with the La Mansión del Rio Hotel's Spanish/Mediterranean flair. An appreciative thank you to our generous Texas sponsors:
Ya'all charmed us with your Texas style! In Memory of FCLB's Recent Loss of Distinguished Leaders Dr. Devere Biser Dr. Jay Perreten Bylaws Review The bylaws of the Federation were reviewed and discussed, and discussed again, with several new concepts addressed by the members. With the guidance of FCLB's legal counsel and parliamentarian, the board is committed to responding to the interests of the members at the next annual meeting in Chicago and presenting amendments in a more flexible format. Fall district meeting attendees will preview a draft of the proposed amendments and format. In accordance with the bylaws, the position of Treasurer will stand for election next year on May 4, 2002 at the FCLB annual business meeting. The Federation appreciates any input, advice, and personal review from our Federation members. Please submit any comments via email to fclb@fclb.org
Looking around the bend... The Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards fulfills its mission to serve its member board and protect the public with numerous ongoing projects. The FCLB Board continues to review strategies and outcomes of projects—here is a look at some of the goals that lie ahead... (complete article) Florida reports - DCs on cruise ships (complete article) Oregon reports - Lag time before final orders (complete article) Virginia reports - Drafting final orders (complete article) Does your board report summary suspensions? What if your board has cause to believe that the actions of a licensee place the public's health, safety, or welfare at immediate risk? Some states have an action called a summary suspension to be followed by an expedited hearing on the matter. Would you report the summary suspension to FCLB's CIN- BAD? Public actions taken by boards are public—use the terminology: "Is this public information?" For example, "If someone were to walk into our board office and ask for the information and it is available to them, it is public information." Check with your board's counsel regarding what your jurisdiction deems public. In Denial? Reporting Scenario Reportable to CIN-BAD? If "denial of a license" is deemed public in your jurisdiction , CIN- BAD has a 411 code specifically for that board action. The board action code reads: 411 - Denied for initial licensure. Your board would need to determine the basis code of the action. How will another jurisdiction know that this person applied for licensure and was denied if you do not report it to CIN-BAD? Staff Survivor Winners We have all heard of "Reality TV"—what about "Staff Survivor"? Professional licensing and discipline staffers experience "the challenge" every day. We applaud the licensing board staff who take the time to read, review, code and report actions, while getting buried under mountains of records. Keep persevering to protect the public—your job is morally and ethically worth more than a million! Continuing Education Task Force Reports Progress The results of two years of work by the Federation's Task Force on Continuing Education were reported to members during the 2001 San Antonio conference. (see the continuing education section for the complete article and detailed information) ACBA News Board
Administrators convene and plan for future New
Jersey Exec to lead About ACBA and becoming a member Special Goodbyes The FCLB warmly thanks Drs. Larry Gerstein (MO) and Jim Powell (OH) for their years of dedication and service to the Federation Board. (complete article) |
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Paul
Carmona, Chief of the Consumer Protection Division for the State of Texas,
opened the Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards 2001 Annual Conference
with a fitting quote from Dr. Martin Luther King, "Morality can't be
legislated, but behavior can be regulated." The importance of high
standards and excellence in regulation and licensure was at the forefront of
educational sessions. (
Dear
Colleague, I wanted to express my thanks for your trust and confidence in
electing me to the presidency of the Federation. I look forward with optimism
and energy to serving the FCLB during the coming year. I would appreciate your
on-going advice and counsel as we work together to build on the superb
foundation laid by those who have preceded us these past 75 years. (