Paul Duffy, DC, Medical Director of Chiropractic Care for St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN), and Chiropractic Residency Director Samuel Staula, DC of St. Luke’s Chiropractic Care recently joined a distinguished panel discussion on Chiropractic Care in a Multidisciplinary Setting at the ACA Engage Conference in Washington, D.C.
Along with Ian Paskowski, DC, Medical Director of Spine Care, Beth Israel Deaconess Plymouth, they presented “Leadership and Growth within Integrated Health Systems.”
This annual conference, hosted by the American Chiropractic Association, brings chiropractic physicians, students and industry leaders together for leading edge education, professional development and advocacy efforts on Capitol Hill. According to the ACA, Engage is designed to position members for success by offering networking, leadership opportunities and in‑depth continuing education.
Growing a Nationally Distinctive Residency Program
Also representing St. Luke’s, which is ranked #1 for quality, safety and patient experience by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, was first‑year chiropractic resident Adam Pembleton, DC, who attended the Engage Conference as part of St. Luke’s groundbreaking Chiropractic Residency program and presented an academic lecture as part of the conference program.
St. Luke’s launched its Chiropractic Residency program last year, making it one of only three such programs in the country. Now nearing the completion of its inaugural year, the program is already gaining national attention for its emphasis on collaborative, evidence‑informed care within a multidisciplinary health network.
Reflecting on the program’s early success and future direction, Dr. Duffy shared:
“Our residency exceeded expectations in its first year. We’re creating a model that immerses chiropractic clinicians in a truly integrated healthcare environment, and I expect the program to grow substantially as more residents recognize the value of learning within a system like St. Luke’s.”