From Innovation to Implementation: A Step-by-Step Guide to Adopting New Medical Tech

Dr. Kristin Hieshetter, D.C.

4262 Monterey Drive
Florence, SC  29501
(906) 291-5080

kamcdonough@hotmail.com

PERSONAL PROFILE

Dr. Kristin Hieshetter is a healer, a chiropractor, a metabolic biochemist, and a low-level laser specialist. She graduated Magna Sum Laude from Central Michigan University, full academic scholarship, ran the medical microbiology labs and biotechnology labs for 2 years, was a Research Scholar in Mammalian Physiology. At Palmer College, she was a Vogt Leadership Scholar, received the Extern Recognition Award from Palmer College Clinics, was a teaching assistant in neuromusculoskeletal diagnosis, physical diagnosis, and radiology and graduated Summa Cum Laude from Palmer College and presented at Palmer College Homecoming. Her core expertise is in maximizing neurological function using chiropractic mediated facilitation, anti-inflammatory protocols, and Erchonia lasers. Dr. Kristin will continue her work in chiropractic, low level laser, functional medicine, and completing the books she is composing. She was awarded the Newberry Michigan Chamber of Commerce Employer of the Year Award in March 2019. Dr. Kristin served as UP Chiropractic Association President from 2015-2019. She is currently integral in setting up an Alzheimer’s Study at Central Michigan University with Erchonia Lasers and Dr. Gary Dunbar, PhD, in the Behavioral Neuropsychology Department.

Core Expertise

Erchonia Laser Specialist

WCA Nutrition Certified

Connect-My-Brain Autistic Rehabilitation Training

Sacro-Occipital Technique

Alzheimer’s Prevention, Stroke Rehabilitation

Metabolic Biochemistry

Women’s Health & Pregnancy Health

Owner and Operator of two chiropractic clinics

2008-Present: Helen Newberry Joy Hospital Courtesy Counseling/Medical Staff

Highlighted Achievements

•  Upper Peninsula Chiropractic Association President: 2015-2019
• 2019 Actively coordinating Alzheimer’s Research Study with Erchonia Corporation under Dr. Gary Dunbar at Central Michigan University
• 2019 Newberry Michigan Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year
• 2017 Presenter at Erchonia Conference in Chicago: Restructuring a complete hamstring avulsion with growth plate avulsion using a low level laser
• 2015, 2016 Winter Break for Knowledge Key Note Speaker
• 2010-2012 Ashtonga Yoga Instructor at Curves Gym
• 2012-2019 Newberry Highschool Employer for Student Internships
• 2015-2018 Michigan Association of Chiropractors Worksafe Doctor [partnered with MiOSHA to teach workplace ergonomics at local businesses]
• 2012-2013 International Chiropractic Pediatric Association Scholar
• 2008-Present: Owner, CEO, and doctor for Superior Health & Wellness, PLLC
• 2005 Northern Michigan University UP Teacher’s Association conference Key Note Speaker, lecture topic: Nutrition, supplementation, ADD/ADHD

Palmer College of Chiropractic 2001-2005

Palmer College of Chiropractic Keynote Speaker “The Seven Miracles of Chiropractic” 2005

Palmer College of Chiropractic Vogt Leadership Scholar 2002-2005

Palmer Student Alumni Foundation President 2004/5; Treasurer 2002-2004

Palmer College of Chiropractic Suma Cum Laude Scholar

PCCIAA Michigan Endowed Scholarship

Chiropractic Medical Mission Trip Fiji 2004

2004-2005  Teaching assistant for:

Radiology

Neuro-musculo-skeletal diagnosis

Physical Diagnosis

Research Writing

Central Michigan University 1997-2001

• Outstanding High School Student Scholarship
• Beaver Island Tuition Scholarship 1998
• Hostutler Scholarship 1999,2000
• Kimberly Sue Mills Memorial Scholarship 1999, 2000
• Ethyl Nellie Taylor Scholarship 2000
• Pre-Medical & Osteopathic Society
• Larzelere Hall Council

Lab Teaching Assistant, Medical Microbiology

Lab Teaching Assistant, Biotechnology

Physiology Researcher under Dr. John I. Scheide, PhD. And Biology Dept Head

Volunteer Experience

• Manistique High School Glee Club Musical Director and Choreographer 2018/19
• Anthony’s Catholic School Basketball coach 2019
• Amici Chorale Director 2010-2013
• Francis de Sales Catholic School 2015-2019 field trips, children’s parties, Spring Carnival

Interests

• Neurology
• Childhood Development
• Optimizing Brain Health
• Ketogenic Brain Function
• Running, Weight training, hiking, Stand-Up-Paddle Boarding, Classically trained pianist, Singing, Theatre, and spending as much time as possible with my wonderful husband and two amazing daughters