The future of healing may be vitalistic chiropractic care but without additional research and funding the world may never realize the potential benefits. Vitalistic chiropractic is at a stage of growth and it is necessary for our community to band together to promote the scientific research that is at the core of our professional beliefs. In this very special interview, we welcome renowned chiropractor, neurophysiologist and author, Dr. Heidi Haavik to the podcast. Dr. Haavik graduated from New Zealand Chiropractic College where she currently holds the position of Director of Research. Her award-winning research in vitalistic chiropractic is paving the way for a new generation of Ph.D. students and the study of the effect subluxation has on the brain. During this podcast episode, we discuss how we as chiropractors can fund future research specifically focusing on the vitalistic model, how the vitalistic model compares to the mechanical model, and the effect subluxation has on the brain and central nervous system. Key Takeaways: ● Dr. Haavik discusses her family history in medicine and the early days at New Zealand Chiropractic College. [1:25] ● Dr. Haavik discovered she had a natural gift for healing and research. [5:46] ● Early research in the vitalistic model deepened the understanding of the link between subluxation and the brain. [17:22] ● Why the mechanistic chiropractic model is so limited in scope. [22:34] ● Does Heidi ever feel like she is plagued by the Underdog Curse? [30:29] ● Dr. Haavik discusses the new studies and clinical trials that have her excited right now.[34:50] ● Learn more about the Adopt a Ph.D. Student Program. [41:27] Learn More: Dr. Heidi Haavik Reality Check Vitality Shift Website True Concept Seminars Dr. Don MacDonald The Underdog Curse: The Cause, The Cure and The Road to Success @DrDonMacDonald on Twitter Dr. Don MacDonald on Facebook