Evidence Based Practice 201: Patient Evaluation | DFr. Monte Horne

Online Chiropractic CE: Evidence Based Practice 201 – The Patient Evaluation – Elevate your diagnostic precision by integrating the "Strength of Evidence" into every patient encounter. This 2-hour course bridges the gap between clinical research and daily musculoskeletal assessment to optimize outcomes and minimize recovery time. State Board & PACE approved and facilitated by Texas Chiropractic College for CE credit in the US, Canada, and Internationally.

Applying Evidence to the Clinical Encounter

A comprehensive patient evaluation is the foundation of defensible practice. Dr. Monte Horne leads this deep dive into the evidence-based evaluation process, examining the reliability and validity of standard chiropractic history and examination components. You will learn to prioritize examination findings based on their diagnostic weight, ensuring your treatment plans are grounded in clinical excellence.

What You'll Learn

• The Comprehensive Chiropractic History: Mastering the specific history components that drive accurate diagnostic hypotheses.
• Musculoskeletal Examination Elements: Evaluating the elements of a complete chiropractic evaluation through an evidence-based lens.
• Strength of Evidence (SoE): Understanding the diagnostic accuracy and strength of evidence behind common orthopedic and chiropractic tests.
• Clinical Outcome Optimization: Utilizing evidence-based evaluations to streamline recovery and improve patient satisfaction.
• Research Integration: Learning how to stay current with evolving literature to maintain a high-authority, evidence-informed practice.

Instructor: Dr. Monte Horne

Dr. Monte Horne is the founder and administrator of CCEDseminars. With decades of experience in clinical practice and chiropractic education, he is dedicated to helping clinicians bridge the gap between academic theory and Monday-morning practice through high-authority, evidence-based training.

Course Details

• Credit Hours: 2
• Format: Recorded Online Class (On-Demand available 24/7 for up to 1 year)
• Includes: PDF Course Notes, Resources, and Clinical Handouts
• Immediate Certificates: Upon course completion, certificates are immediately available for download/printout.
• Approval: PACE Approved; Accepted in US, Canada, & Internationally

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