By the age of five, Ryan Swier, DC (’97), already knew he wanted to continue his family’s legacy as a fourth-generation chiropractor. As a child, he dreaded trips to the doctor, especially when he needed to get shots, but his experience with his uncle, Thomas Joseph Swier, DC (’70), was different. “I always thought my uncle was the cool doctor because he didn’t give shots and I wanted to be like him,” Dr. Swier said. “He had nothing but good things to say about Logan, so when I was looking for a place to continue my education, I knew where …
Category: College of Chiropractic
National Chiropractic Health Month: Pediatric Patients
For many parents, finding the right care for their children can be overwhelming. Kaitlyn Lindbloom, a mom from Wildwood, Missouri, experienced this firsthand when her newborn daughter started showing signs of tight neck muscles, misalignment, and lip and cheek ties. Unsure of what to do, Kaitlyn turned to a holistic mom group on social media, where a suggestion led her to the pediatric clinic at Logan University’s Montgomery Health Centers. “I received chiropractic care for myself, but I never thought to try it for my kids,” Kaitlyn said. “We were desperate with our second-born and willing to try anything.” In …
National Chiropractic Health Month: Alexis Roberts
Between swimming, figuring skating and martial arts, Alexis Roberts—a 16-year-old homeschooled student— is no stranger to sports-related injuries. “I am always getting injured, so I needed the help,” she said. “We found out about Logan University Health Centers after my mom received an email about their services.” Since then, chiropractic care has become a reliable source of support for Alexis. Ashley Vogt, DC (’07), a clinician at Logan’s Montgomery Health Center, sees Alexis one to two times a week to help her alleviate pain, improve mobility and restore proper alignment and function to her musculoskeletal system. “Chiropractic care has helped …
National Chiropractic Health Month: Kurt Sliefert
For most of his life, 44-year-old Kurt Sliefert had not considered chiropractic care. As the Food Service Director at Logan University, he was aware of the Logan University Health Centers but had no personal experience with its services—until one day he decided to visit. From his very first visit, Kurt was impressed by the professionalism at the Health Centers. He initially started going to establish a baseline, ensuring quicker access to care if any health issues arose. He then began weekly visits for maintenance and continued to see clinicians for over a year. “The student clinicians were nothing but professional,” …
Dr. Jared Hardina Continues a Logan Legacy in Chiropractic Care
Jared Hardina, DC (’24), is not just a recent graduate of Logan University’s Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) program; he’s also part of a remarkable legacy deeply rooted in chiropractic. Dr. Hardina’s journey at Logan was more than an academic pursuit—it was a continuation of a family tradition spanning back over 65 years. Three members of his family graduated Logan with DC degrees: his uncle-in-law, Dr. Michael Fenander, a 1997 graduate; his mother-in-law, Dr. Laura Fenander, a 1989 graduate; and his late grandfather-in-law, Dr. Arden “Doc” Fenander, a 1959 graduate. “The legacy actually extends even further past my immediate in-laws,” he …
Gabriel Valdes’ Journey from Caguas to Chiropractic
Gabriel Valdes has come a long way in pursuit of his dream. Originally from Caguas, Puerto Rico, Gabriel graduated from Colegio Católico Notre Dame and later earned a bachelor’s degree in biology from Universidad Ana G. Méndez, Recinto de Gurabo. He moved to the United States in August 2021. With a passion for healthcare, Gabriel found an interest in chiropractic. Although he considered several different schools, Gabriel chose Logan University for its strong academic programs and exceptional student support. “The support Logan’s faculty and staff provide is amazing,” Gabriel said. “They’re always there to help, and that made the decision …