Curriculum Vitae
Ronald J. Grisanti D.C., D.A.B.C.O.
4200 East North Street Suite 14
Greenville, South Carolina 29615
Phone: 864-292-0226
FAX: 864-268-7022
E-mail: drgrisanti@home.com
Website: www.drgrisanti.com
2002: Functional Medicine Post-Graduate: Environmental/Chemical Diagnosis and Treatment
Program addressed issues of environmental and chemical exposure and the effects of detoxification and immune function. The course was presented by Robert Rountree, MD
2002: Functional Medicine Post-Graduate: The Nutritional Management of Perimenopause/Menopause
Practical
applications of estrogen metabolism
2001: University of Bridgeport: Master's Degree in Nutrition- graduation 2003
The Master of Science curriculum focuses on the role of human nutrition as a preventative, adjunctive, and alternative strategy for intervention in the disease process. The curriculum provides a core of basic and advanced nutrition courses, basic and clinical biochemistry, nutrition education and counseling, biostatistics, and issues in public health nutrition.
2001: Diagnosis and Management of Internal Disorders: completed two years (165 hours) graduation 2003
Post-graduate degree providing education in advance diagnostics, nutritional and lifestyle components relevant to Internal diseases and patient wellness.
See Internal Disorder Syllabus below
2001: Functional Medicine Certification from BioHealth Diagnostics: 55 hours
2000: Functional Medicine Certification from Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory
This program consisted of the modifiable risk factors of unhealthy aging: chronic inflammation, dysglycemia, poor immune function, impaired detoxification capacity, hormone imbalance, poor nutrition and digestion
2000: Functional Medicine Certification from Great Smokies Diagnostic Laboratory
1999: Chiropractic Management of Muscular and Myofascial Syndromes
1998: Director, Chiropractic Second Opinion Services
Provide assistance to chiropractors challenged with difficult or non-responsive cases.
1997-1998: Chiropractic State Licensing Board (** see below for full disclosure)
Assisted the State of Board of Examiners in the examination of new chiropractic applicants in Physical Diagnosis. I was asked and participated as a non-appointed examiner in the testing of new chiropractic applicants.
1995: Chiropractic Rehabilitation Program: completed 48 hours
Training in functional pathology of the motor system and rehabilitation guidelines, rehabilitation protocols and Janda's evaluation of key muscle imbalances, spinal stabilization (gym ball) training and therapeutic muscle stretching and post-isometric relaxation workshop.
1991: Diplomate, American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedists Registry # 2155 (410 hours)
See Chiropractic Orthopedic Syllabus below
1989: Board Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician Certification #814 (120 Hours)
See Sports Physician Syllabus below
1989-1990: Chairman, South Carolina Peer Review
provided clinical medical/chiropractic case reviews for insurance companies and other third party insurers. Claims were reviewed for excessive treatment, reasonable and customary charges, maximum medical improvement, causal relationships to accidents, pre-existing conditions, disability and work capacity
1987: Industrial Consultant Training
Training in worksite hazard analysis, assessing work capability, evaluation of the work environment, identification of management of chronic pain syndromes, ergonomic training, pre-employment physical evaluation training
1981: Greenville Technical College
Training in physiological therapeutics. Instruction on clinical application of ultrasound, electrical therapies, traction, etc.
1981: South Carolina License #844
1981: Diplomate, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
1977-1981: Doctor of Chiropractic Degree Sherman College of Chiropractic
1975-1977: Westchester College: 2 year pre-med
Lectures: South Carolina Insurance Association, Piedmont Insurance Association
Published Articles:
"Component Diagnosis": A Rational Approach to Treatment, Digest of Chiropractic Economics,1988
Summary Review of Chiropractic and Post-Graduate Curriculum
Human
Histology: 120 hours
Gross
Anatomy: 240 hours
Gross
Anatomy and Special Senses: 120 hours
Neurology: Anatomy of the Nervous System: 120 hours
Embryology: 30 hours
Physiology
I, II, III & IV: 270 hours
Human
Biochemistry: 150 hours
Toxicology:
30 hours
Nutrition
I, II & III: 195 hours
Bacteriology/Parasitology:
150 hours
Pathology
I & II: 270 hours
Public
Health: 90 hours
Palpation
and Biomechanics: 60 hours
Chiropractic
Technique and Manipulation Procedures: 450 hours
Minor
Surgery and Emergency Care: 45 hours
Normal
Radiographic Anatomy I & II: 90 hours
X-ray
Physics: 60 hours
X-ray
Interpretation I & II: 60 hours
Radiological
Technology: 60 hours
Physical
Diagnosis: 105 hours
Orthopedics: 90 hours
Clinical
Diagnosis: 90 hours
Clinical
Neurology: 90 hours
Clinical
Psychology: 60 hours
Obstetrics
& Gynecology: 60 hours
Geriatrics:
30 hours
Differential
Diagnosis: 60 hours
Pediatrics:
30 hours
Eye,
Ear, Nose and Throat: 30 hours
Dermatology:
30 hours
Laboratory
Diagnosis: 75 hours
Clinical
Internship: 1979-1981
Total classroom hours including human dissection minus clinical internship total 3360 hours
·
Less
than 1% of the chiropractic profession have pursued a degree in chiropractic
orthopedics. There are presently only two chiropractors in the state of
South Carolina that have earned their Diplomate Status.
·
To
obtain Diplomate Status, a chiropractor must pass Part 1 and Part 2 of the
orthopedic national boards, which are held twice a year. After successful
completion of the national boards, a doctor of chiropractor must successfully
pass a three hour comprehensive oral examination which consist of all aspects of
orthopedics and radiology and is held only one time a year.
Clinical Evaluative Procedures: 12 hours
An
update and review of the physical examination of a patient as it relates to one’s
general state of health and/or the need
for referral.
Orthopedic Evaluative Procedure: 12 hours
A
study of the orthopedic evaluation to understand specific health problems
related to the musculoskeletal system.
Laboratory Interpretation: 12 hours
A
study of the effective use of the clinical laboratory as represented by the
proper ordering, collection, preparation and interpretation of lab tests
Physiotherapy for the Orthopedist: 12 hours
An
update and review of the use of the modalities of physiological therapeutics in
the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders
Bone Growth and Metabolism Normal Variants: 12 hours
A study of the clinical neuroanatomic and neurophysiolgic fundamentals with the integration of the neurologic/orthopedic exam. Specific emphasis is directed toward the differential diagnosis of conditions affecting the central and peripheral nervous system
Immobilization for the Orthopedic Specialist : 20 hours
A
focus on the understanding of the rationale for the application of various
orthopedic immobilization procedures, with practical workshop involvement
Disorders of the Cervical Spine: 40 hours
A
comprehensive study of the anatomy, biomechanics and the physical examination of
the cervical spine and cervico-brachial regions used to determine the method of
evaluation and treatment of this area
Disorders of the Upper Extremity: 40 hours
An
in-depth study of the anatomy, biomechanics, physical examination, orthopedic
and neurologic testing, and pathology of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand,
including differential diagnosis affecting this region and treatment procedures
Disorders of the Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, Pelvis and Hip: 50 hours
A
review of the anatomy, biomechanics and pathology complementing a comprehensive
study of the method of evaluation, differential diagnosis and treatment of this
area
Disorders of the Lower Extremity:40 hours
A
review of the anatomy, biomechanics and pathology of the knee, ankle and foot as
they relate to the concentrated study of the examination procedures and
conservative management of these areas
Orthopedic Radiology: 50 hours
A
study of the differential diagnosis and management of tumors of bone, the
arthritides and traumatic lesions of the skeletal system. Also study in-depth
are the recent advances in radiological imaging, including CT scans, MRI and
diagnostic nuclear medicine
Peripheral Vascular Disorders: 10 hours
A
study of the diagnosis and management of those peripheral vascular disorders
most commonly encountered in the chiropractic office. Topics discussed included:
arteriosclerosis obliterans, Raynaud’s Disease and Phenomenon, Buerger’s
Disease, varicose veins and thrombophlebitis. Use of the Doppler ultrasound
velocity detector is taught.
Disability Evaluation and Rating of Physical Impairment: 30 hours
An
examination of the use of orthopedic and neurologic testing procedures to
determine the presence, nature, and extent of functional impairment of the human
body, and the assignment of specific values to such impairments according to the
AMA standardized legal bodies
Correlative Orthopedics: 30 hours
A
correlation of the orthopedic and neurologic tests and aspects of general
orthopedics requisite to functioning as a diplomate.
Sports
Physician Program Syllabus
This
is a course of study in the diagnosis, evaluation and management of sports and
athletic injuries and maintenance of physical fitness
Concepts of a Team Physician: 12 hours
Discussion
of those skills and knowledge required of a team physician, including legal
aspects, first aid, training programs, sports psychology and coaching principles
Anatomy, Biomechanics and Muscle Testing: 12 hours
An
overview of the anatomy and biomechanics of each region of the human body as it
is involved in athletic pursuits. Discussion covered the topics of
aerobic/anaerobic training, muscle physiology and kinesiology
Assessment, Diagnosis and Management of Injuries to the Head and Neck: 12 hours
A
lecture and hands-on experience in the diagnosis, treatment and management of
sports-related injuries of the head and neck. Concentration of study was placed
on the most common problems of these regions and the proper use of
on/off-the-field evaluation, orthotics, physiotherapy modalities, rehabilitation
and any necessary diagnostic-imaging procedures
Assessment, Diagnosis and Management of Injuries to the Lower Spine and Pelvis: 12 hours
A
lecture and hands-on experience in the diagnosis, treatment and management of
sports-related injuries to the lower spine and pelvis. Concentration was placed
on the most problems of this region and the proper use of on/off-the-field
evaluation, orthotics, physiotherapy modalities, rehabilitation and any
necessary diagnostic imaging
Assessment, Diagnosis and Management of Injuries to the Upper Extremity: 12 hours
A
lecture on and hands-on experience in the diagnosis, treatment and management of
sports-related injuries to the shoulder, elbow and wrist. Concentration was
placed on the most common problems of these areas.
Assessment, Diagnosis and Management of Injuries to the Lower Extremity: 12 hours
A
lecture on and hands-on experience in sports-related injuries to the knee, ankle
and foot
Physical Fitness Concepts, Exercise, Rehabilitation: 12 hours
The
development and implementation of athletic-training programs. Lecture and
practical workshop taught skills needed to advise patients on diets, training
equipment/facilities, fitness concepts and evaluation, and exercise routines
S
Discussion
of and practical experience in the contents of previous sessions as they relate
to special problems such as cardiovascular physiology, fuel metabolism, sports
nutrition, the athlete and environment
Specific, Common Clinical Problems: 12 hours
Case-study
discussion of the diagnosis, management and therapy of each condition presented.
Conditions from each region of the body were presented from the initial
emergency first aid through assessment to management and rehabilitation
Review and Examination: 12 hours
Review
of the entire program. Written and practical examination
Session #1: Introduction to the Lifestyle Practice:
defining the need and providing alternative
solutions, ecological components of chronic disease.
Session #2: History Taking:
conducting
the doctor-patient interview, identifying psychological
and emotional overlay (Hoffer-Osmond Diagnostic Test).
Session #3: General Examination and Associated Pathology:
Eyes,
Ears, Nose & Throat (EENT), Head and
Neck, Ophthalmoscopy, Chest, Heart and Lungs
Session #4: Diseases of the Female Patient:
examination and associated pathology,
common infections and diseases, menstrual disorders and PMS
Session #5: Defining Purpose and Clinical Goals:
Case Planning and Treatment Strategies
Session #6: Clinical Application in Preventive Medicine:
multi-channel chemistries for end
organ pathology, CBC with differential, Ferritin and Transferrin,
Thyroid Assessment.
Session #7: Glucose Tolerance Testing, Frucotosamine and Hgh-A1C:
hepatitis screen, biological tumor markers, coronary risk assessment, immune function assay and clinical chemistries for differential diagnosis.
Session
#8 & 9: Workshop on Blood
Interpretation
Comprehensive review of metabolic blood tests, including CBC, thyroid, cancer markers, inflammatory markers etc.
Session #10: The Acute Traumatic Patient:
Spine and Extremities, Common Orthopedic Tests, diagnosis, therapy and nutritional components.
Session #11: Chronic Degenerative Diseases:
the metabolic
component of joint disease, examination
and laboratory workup, identifying the cause of the findings,
Session #12: Spirometry:
Evaluation
and Interpretation, Identifying
Session #13: Common Diseases of the Urinary tract:
Diagnosis, Urinalysis Assessment
Session
#14: Radiographic Evaluation and Interpretation