Q. I was wondering what the range of salaries for chiropractors and dentists are. ALso do you if there is a high demand or if there is projected to be a high demand of chiropractors in the future?
A. First of all, I think you should be informed (correctly) of the amount of schooling a chiropractor undergoes.
A chiropractic program consists of 4 years of education averaging a total of 4,822 hours (This is AFTER the 4 years of undergraduate studies that most people enter the chiropractic program with). The program of study at all chiropractic schools is divided into Basic and Clinical Sciences.
This is a chart comparing the average number of hours per subject for chiropractic students and medical students for the Basic Sciences:
Subject . . . Chiro . . . Medical
Anatomy . . . 570 . . . 368
Biochemistry . . . 150 . . . 120
Microbiology . . . 120 . . . 120
Public Health . . . 70 . . . 289
Physiology . . . 305 . . . 142
Pathology . . . 205 . . . 162
Total Hours . . . 1420 . . .1200
Medical students partake in 3 years of residency, but chiropractic students also undergo an additional 3380 hours in chiropractic Clinical Sciences, which consists of extensive lecture, laboratory and hands-on training in manual procedures.
(Ok, I didn't mean to get defensive there. I just wanted you to know the truth about chiro-ed.)
I don't have any number on salaries, but I do know that the demand for chiropractors is on the rise, especially because people are now turning to alternative healthcare options instead of medical procedures/care. I am NOT bashing the medical community in any way; MD's are vital to society and serve a great purpose, but we can't deny the fact that . . . "the number of Americans who subscribe to alternative care has skyrocketed in the past decade, with an estimated $27 billion spent annually on acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, yoga, homeopathy and other non-traditional therapies." (http://money.cnn.com/1999/12/27/personalfinance/q_alternativemedicine/ )
Today, about 8% of the population is under chiropractic care. This number is believed to rise in the future, so the demand will be will also high. Though I should warn you, being a DC is not easy. You must understand (and be able to educate people) that the purpose behind the profession is to restore function to the Central Nervous System, because the vertebrae have a tendency to pinch the nerves that run out between them and cause negative effects on the body. Most people do not understand this and immediately assume that all DC's are quacks. Plus, DC's in the 1970's and 80's ran a lot of insurance scams and gave a bad name to the whole profession.
A good DC must know the science of the profession, be a good communicator, be able to run a small business successfully (no, if any, hospitals to work in), and be an honest citizen. I hope I was able to answer your question. Take care!
A chiropractic program consists of 4 years of education averaging a total of 4,822 hours (This is AFTER the 4 years of undergraduate studies that most people enter the chiropractic program with). The program of study at all chiropractic schools is divided into Basic and Clinical Sciences.
This is a chart comparing the average number of hours per subject for chiropractic students and medical students for the Basic Sciences:
Subject . . . Chiro . . . Medical
Anatomy . . . 570 . . . 368
Biochemistry . . . 150 . . . 120
Microbiology . . . 120 . . . 120
Public Health . . . 70 . . . 289
Physiology . . . 305 . . . 142
Pathology . . . 205 . . . 162
Total Hours . . . 1420 . . .1200
Medical students partake in 3 years of residency, but chiropractic students also undergo an additional 3380 hours in chiropractic Clinical Sciences, which consists of extensive lecture, laboratory and hands-on training in manual procedures.
(Ok, I didn't mean to get defensive there. I just wanted you to know the truth about chiro-ed.)
I don't have any number on salaries, but I do know that the demand for chiropractors is on the rise, especially because people are now turning to alternative healthcare options instead of medical procedures/care. I am NOT bashing the medical community in any way; MD's are vital to society and serve a great purpose, but we can't deny the fact that . . . "the number of Americans who subscribe to alternative care has skyrocketed in the past decade, with an estimated $27 billion spent annually on acupuncture, chiropractic, massage, yoga, homeopathy and other non-traditional therapies." (http://money.cnn.com/1999/12/27/personalfinance/q_alternativemedicine/ )
Today, about 8% of the population is under chiropractic care. This number is believed to rise in the future, so the demand will be will also high. Though I should warn you, being a DC is not easy. You must understand (and be able to educate people) that the purpose behind the profession is to restore function to the Central Nervous System, because the vertebrae have a tendency to pinch the nerves that run out between them and cause negative effects on the body. Most people do not understand this and immediately assume that all DC's are quacks. Plus, DC's in the 1970's and 80's ran a lot of insurance scams and gave a bad name to the whole profession.
A good DC must know the science of the profession, be a good communicator, be able to run a small business successfully (no, if any, hospitals to work in), and be an honest citizen. I hope I was able to answer your question. Take care!
What is a trustworthy Dentist in the DC area?
Q. I really want to get my teeth whitened but I am nervous to go to just anyone.
A. My dad lives in DC (actually just south in Falls Church, VA) and he gets his teeth whitened at Amazing dentistry. They have a really great reputation there, I would check them out for sure.
What are some good medical schools on the east coast?
Q. I'm in high school and I want to go to medical school to become a dentist. I live in the suburbs of DC, in VA, and don't want to travel far. I like small schools, and medium is ok too, just NOT big schools. Please help!
A. Dentists go to dental school, not medical school, and you need to earn a bachelors degree first in any case. You can start at any 4-year college or university - the all offer the premed/pre-dental classes.
What's your experience using freelancers/handymen for plumbing jobs?
Q. Did they do a good job? What were you charged per hour including any "trip fee"?
I've had it with plumbing firms. I was charged $148. The bill included $59 for a 15 minute trip. The job required no parts and a half hour of actual work. My dentist charges less than this.
Nice to know the dumbass Plumbers and Pipefitters Union has invaded Yahoo.
I've had it with plumbing firms. I was charged $148. The bill included $59 for a 15 minute trip. The job required no parts and a half hour of actual work. My dentist charges less than this.
Nice to know the dumbass Plumbers and Pipefitters Union has invaded Yahoo.
A. I'm a Do It Yourselfer and able to take care of most of my plumbing and other repairs around my home (3rd SFH). We had a kitchen upgrade/remodel in mid-Dec 2006 with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, one which involved a gas cooktop reconnection.
Despite everything I read and buying all the gas connection parts from Lowes, my wife insisted we call an experienced plumber. I used Angies List (there is a $50 or so annual membership but the consumer feedback and categories are very good and well written). The plumber came in, installed what fittings I had bought and tested for leaks, and bill was only $69 <= By the way I did ask first, what the diagnostics and basic labor charge was upfront.
Recently I used Angies List again when we replaced an expensive Combo Microwave/Wall Oven in stainless after the microwave went) where the diagnostics was $49.95 plus labor. It was more difficult than owner had estimated and it took him like 2 hours so labor was $110. The owner (has 2 other employees) also repaired the icemaker on our side by side in 15-20 minutes and added $30 for labor and $58 for the part. Total bill was $251.80
In Metro Wash DC besides Angies List, there is a magazine published twice a year called WASHINGTON CHECKBOOK (that originally rec'd grant from Consumer Reports) that is also a great source for various services that will rate firms by QUALITY OF WORK and PRICE...
Despite everything I read and buying all the gas connection parts from Lowes, my wife insisted we call an experienced plumber. I used Angies List (there is a $50 or so annual membership but the consumer feedback and categories are very good and well written). The plumber came in, installed what fittings I had bought and tested for leaks, and bill was only $69 <= By the way I did ask first, what the diagnostics and basic labor charge was upfront.
Recently I used Angies List again when we replaced an expensive Combo Microwave/Wall Oven in stainless after the microwave went) where the diagnostics was $49.95 plus labor. It was more difficult than owner had estimated and it took him like 2 hours so labor was $110. The owner (has 2 other employees) also repaired the icemaker on our side by side in 15-20 minutes and added $30 for labor and $58 for the part. Total bill was $251.80
In Metro Wash DC besides Angies List, there is a magazine published twice a year called WASHINGTON CHECKBOOK (that originally rec'd grant from Consumer Reports) that is also a great source for various services that will rate firms by QUALITY OF WORK and PRICE...
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