KEYNOTE SPEAKER: DAN MURPHY, DC, DABCO
Utah Valley Convention Center
220 W Center St, Provo, UT 84601
Continuing Education (CE) Credits
The number of CE credits you earn is based on the hours you attend the conference, with up to 3 hours available on Friday and up to 10 hours on Saturday, for a maximum of 13 possible credits.
Both our Friday Night event and Saturday Seminar are open to all dues-paying UCPA members! Because our seminars continue to grow in popularity and require guaranteed venue and catering commitments, there is a $25 per-member seat-hold charge to reserve your spot. This fee is non-refundable and helps ensure we can accommodate everyone comfortably and accurately.
Pricing for non-members is listed as shown.
We can’t wait to learn, connect, and grow together—this Spring Conference is shaping up to be an incredible experience for our entire chiropractic community!
Attention Dues Paying Members:
Your member discount will be applied at checkout, reducing your total to $25.00.
Please proceed with your registration—you’ll see the discount automatically applied during checkout.
IMPORTANT: You must be logged into your account and your membership must be current in order to receive the discount.
Conference Schedule
This year’s conference is packed with value from start to finish — featuring a well-paced schedule of impactful sessions, networking opportunities, and engaging breaks to keep you energized and connected throughout the day.
Lot Information
1 FREEDOM SURFACE LOT
225 North Freedom Blvd/200 West
$4/hr, $20 max*
359 Spaces
*Complimentary parking available for a maximum of 175 convention center guests. Based on availability and first come, first served. For this complimentary parking you must CLICK HERE and fill out your information after parking. If the maximum number has been reached, you will receive a message indicating you are unable to register. You will then need to register and pay for the lot using the posted QR code or find another place to park.
2 FREEDOM COMMONS GARAGE
165 West 200 North
$2/hr, $12 max
Clearance: Level 1 8′-2″; Level 2+ 7′-0″
574 Spaces
3 UVCC SURFACE LOT
250 West 100 North
Free
20 Spaces
4 PROVO MARRIOTT GARAGE
70 North 100 West
$6 for first 2 hr, $3 for each addn’l hr
Max $15 per day or overnight
Clearance: 6′-6″
120 Spaces
5 PROVO TOWN SQUARE GARAGE
60 North 100 West
$2/day-top level, unmarked
Clearance: 7′-0″
62 Spaces
6 NU SKIN BUILDING GARAGE
140 West 100 South
Available after 5:00 PM and on weekends
Free
Clearance: 8′-0″
369 Spaces
7 NU SKIN SURFACE LOT
257 West 100 South
Available after 5:00 PM and on weekends
Free
127 Spaces
8 WELLS FARGO CENTER GARAGE
65 East 100 North
Free
Clearance: 7′-8″
412 Spaces
9 COVEY CENTER SURFACE LOT
400 West 100 South
Free 2 hour parking 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
51 Spaces
10 PROVO CITY SURFACE LOT (temporary)
351 West Center Street
Free 2 hour parking 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Partial gravel lot
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FEB 2026
Chiropractic Unplugged
Real Talk, Real Learning, Real Impact!
Kick off the weekend with an evening full of energy, inspiration, and impact. Meet our valued sponsors, connect with legislators and UCPA board members, and enjoy a delicious dinner — all while hearing from speakers and presentations that are actively shaping the future of chiropractic in Utah. It’s more than a social — it’s your chance to be part of the movement, make meaningful connections, and help drive change.
Friday, September 26
Evening Program
- 5:00 PM — Registration Opens
• Check-in, pick up your badge & conference materials - 5:00–6:00 PM — Opening Reception
Mingle with the UCPA Board, sponsors, district leaders
Browse the vendor hall - 6:00 PM — Dinner Served
- 6:30 – 9:30 Main Session
Featured Speaker:
ERIC G. RUSSELL, DC, MBA, FPHC
Making Sense of Vertebral Subluxation
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FEB 2026
The Utah Chiro Experience
Empower. Educate. Elevate
A full day dedicated to empowering Utah chiropractors through high-impact education, professional insights, and relevant clinical tools. From engaging presentations to peer-driven conversations, you’ll walk away with fresh strategies, CE credits, and renewed purpose to grow your practice and serve your patients at the highest level.
Saturday, February 28th
Full-Day Program
7:00–8:00 AM — Registration – Vendor Hall Open
Visit with sponsors, vendors, and the board before sessions begin.
Morning Program
- 8:00–9:30 AM — Keynote Session with Dan Murphay
- 9:30–10:00 AM — Morning Break (vendor networking & refreshments |
- 10:00 AM–12:00 PM — Keynote Session Continues with Dan Murphy
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM (Breakout) Dr. Joseph Kamerath, MD
Domestic Violence in TBI: Implications and tips for Utah Chiropractors.
Lunch
- 12:00–1:00 PM — Lunch Break (provided)
Afternoon Program
- 1:00–2:00 PM – Dan Murphy
- 1:00–2:00 PM – (Breakout)
Neuropsychological Evaluation in LitigationAlina Fong, Ph.DDavid Tate, Ph.DKevin Swenson, Swenson & Shelley PLLC
- 2:00–3:00 PM — Dan Murphy
- 3:00–3:30 PM – Afternoon Break
- 3:30 – 4:30 PM – Dan Murphy
- 4:30 – 5:00 PM – UCPA Update & Questions
Dan Murphy, DC, DABCO
Subluxation neurology, and nutrition.
Dan Murphy, DC, DABCO
Education:
- Undergraduate three years at the University of California, San Diego
- 1978, graduated from Western States Chiropractic College, magna cum laude
- 1986, Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedics
- Have accumulated approximately the following post-graduate continuing education hours: Biomechanics: 460 hours; Orthopedics: 910 hours; X-ray: 430 hours; Neurology: 880 hours; Nutrition 310 hours.
Clinical Experience:
- Continuous clinical practice 1978 – 2003.
- Part-time clinical practice 2003 through present.
Undergraduate Teaching Experience:
1982 to present and continuing, part-time undergraduate faculty at Life Chiropractic College West, in Hayward, CA. Current class is Management of Spinal Disorders; Rank, full professor.
Postgraduate Teaching Experience:
Has taught approximately 1,450 twelve hour postgraduate continuing education classes.
Class topics include: biomechanics of vehicular collisions; biomechanics of spine trauma; biomechanics of pediatric vehicular collisions; soft tissue injury and repair; pain and proprioceptive neurology; the management of spine and spinal related disorders; clinical nutrition.
Has taught postgraduate classes for Life Chiropractic College West, Los Angeles Chiropractic College, Life University (Chiropractic), Logan Chiropractic College, Palmer Chiropractic College, Cleveland Chiropractic College of Kansas City, University of Western States, and Northwestern Health Science University.
Publications:
- 1989: Chapter V in Spinal Manipulation: “Posture, Tissues, Neurology and Health”, published by Chiropractic Biophysics, Inc.
- 1990-2013: Quarterly Column in the Journal of Clinical Chiropractic.
- 1996: Contributing author: Motor Vehicle Collision Injuries, Aspen Publication.
- 1998: Contributing author: Pediatric Chiropractic, Williams & Wilkins.
- 2005: Contributing author: Motor Vehicle Collision Injuries, 2nd edition, Jones and Bartlett.
- 2011: Contributing author: Pediatric Chiropractic, 2nd edition, Wolters Kluwer, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
Special Awards:
- 1987, 1991 and 1995: Post-graduate Educator of the Year, given by the International Chiropractic Association.
- 1997: The Carl S. Cleveland, Jr., Educator of the year, given by the International Chiropractic Association of California.
- 2001: Dr. Murphy was honored by the readers of Dynamic Chiropractic as the top vote receiver for the “Our Virtual Chiropractic Association.”
- In 2001, Dr. Murphy was chosen “Chiropractor of the Year” by the International Chiropractic Association of California.
- 2003-2009, Vice President of the International Chiropractic Association.
- 2009-2010, “Chiropractor of the Year” from the International Chiropractic
ERIC G. RUSSELL, DC, MBA, FPHC BIO
ERIC G. RUSSELL, DC, MBA, FPHC BIO:
Eric G. Russell obtained his chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1996.
Dr. Russell is currently the owner of Purely Chiropractic in Asheville, NC and works as a consultant for Dr. Brad Glowaki’s LevelUp Mentoring. He was the first Diplomate of Philosophical Chiropractic Standards (DPhCS) to be named president of a chiropractic college in the profession’s history when he served at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic.
Dr. Russell was named a Fellow in Chiropractic Philosophy in 2023.
Because of his emphasis on service to the profession, Dr. Russell has received numerous professional and teaching awards. His most prestigious awards include induction to the Palmer College of Chiropractic Great
Hall of Philosophers and the Palmer Hall of Presidents, Parker College of Chiropractic Faculty of the Year,
Fellow of the International Chiropractors Association, and Chiropractor of the Year for both Illinois and Texas.
Dr. Russell strives to inspire chiropractors to be the best they can be at the philosophy, science, and art of chiropractic.
Making Sense of Vertebral Subluxation
The class will cover the physiology, neurology, and theoretical concepts of a vertebral subluxation.
The learning objective is for attendees to understand the current scientific, philosophical, and historical issues of vertebral subluxation.
The class will cover the evolution of vertebral subluxation in the chiropractic profession, the different concepts of vertebral subluxation, a review of basic biomechanics and neurology, and will categorize the components of subluxation.
The presentation will conclude by looking at current published research in subluxation and a discussion of the discourse happening today in the profession
concerning subluxation.
Kevin Swenson
Kevin Swenson is a highly regarded attorney in Utah, known for his dedication to personal injury law and his community. He was raised in Bountiful, Utah, and attended Westminster College, where he worked as an ambulance driver and firefighter.
Swenson’s legal career began as a defense attorney for insurance companies, where he gained insights into the claims process. In 2010, he shifted his focus to representing injured individuals, bringing his first-hand knowledge of insurance tactics to bear against them. Swenson has been involved in thousands of lawsuits, many of which have resulted in jury verdicts. He is passionate about helping clients heal and move on from their injuries, and he enjoys spending time outdoors, with family, and traveling.
Swenson is a member of the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 and has been recognized for his high ethical standards and professional excellence.
Kevin also serves on the board for the Brain Injury Alliance of Utah.
Dr. David F. Tate
Dr. David F. Tate is a clinical neuropsychologist with a strong background in medical imaging research. He has been involved in studies examining various developmental, clinical, and medical disorders, particularly traumatic brain injury (TBI).
Dr. Tate has held faculty appointments at several prestigious institutions, including Brown University, Boston University, Harvard Medical School, and the University of Missouri-St. Louis. His research focuses on the biological and cognitive benefits of cognitive rehabilitation treatments for service members with TBI and the long-term effects of mild traumatic brain injury among US service members and veterans. He is also actively involved in the Neuroimaging Core for the Chronic Effects of Neurotrauma Consortium (CENC), a DoD/VA funded collaborative effort. Dr.Tate’s work extends to supporting research on the imaging and cognitive effects of high altitude flying on pilots working in decompressed environments.
Dr. Tate also serves on the board for the Brain Injury Alliance of Utah.
Dr. Alina Fong
Dr. Alina Fong is a Clinical Neuropsychologist with a Ph.D. in Clinical Neuropsychology with an emphasis in neuroimaging from Brigham Young University. She has been involved in research and clinical practice for over 15 years, focusing on the intersection of neuropsychology and neuroimaging to improve the diagnosis and treatment of brain injuries and various mental and emotional disorders.
Dr. Fong is the Co-Founder and Clinical Director of Cognitive FX, a renowned brain injury rehabilitation clinic, and has been involved in numerous research projects and publications that have significantly impacted the lives of concussion and TBI survivors. She has also been an invited speaker at numerous symposiums and lectures, sharing her expertise and research findings.
Dr. Fong is dedicated to advancing the field of neuropsychology and providing comprehensive care for patients with brain injuries.
Dr. Fong also serves on the executive board for the Brain Injury Alliance of Utah
Dr. Joseph Kamerath
Dr. Joseph Kamerath is a Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Physician and serves as the Senior Medical Director for Rehabilitation for Intermountain Health, responsible for rehabilitation care that occurs in a system of 33 hospitals, 60+ outpatient therapy clinics, several medical group practices, a rehabilitation research team, and 2,000 rehabilitation caregivers.
He trained in PM&R at Walter Reed Hospital in Washington DC, served 17 years in the United States Army including time in Afghanistan, Korea, and Abu Dhabi. He has directed a multidisciplinary outpatient Traumatic Brain Injury Center, worked as a PM&R Clinic Chief, a Hospital Rehabilitation Department Chair, and collaborated with the US State Department on the Trauma, Burn, and Rehabilitation Medicine initiative in the UAE.
He attained his MBA from Strayer University and has medical board certifications in PM&R and Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Clinically, he practices inpatient rehabilitation at McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah.
Dr. Kamerath also serves on the board for the Brain Injury Alliance of Utah.
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