EDI Forum: Collaborating with Other Providers on Inclusive Integrative Care

A respected authority in chiropractic education and clinical excellence, Dr. James J. Lehman brings decades of expertise to his role as Director of Health Sciences Postgraduate Education. His innovative approach to integrating evidence-based practices with advanced techniques has revolutionized chiropractic training at UB, establishing new standards for clinical education and patient care methodologies.

Dr. Katherine Phillips, DC, DACNB, started her healthcare career coaching a visually impaired cyclist for USA Paralympic Cycling. A relentless pursuit of excellence on and off the athletic field drove her to find nontraditional coaching methods, considering the athlete's stroke history. On September 11, 2011, the athlete was involved in a life-threatening crash while competing in a world championship. This resulted in a traumatic brain injury. Dr. Phillips coordinated care for the athlete’s rehabilitation and consulted with professionals from the neuroscience community in Tucson, AZ. A passion for helping patients to achieve optimal brain health was planted. 

Following the 2012 Olympic cycle, Dr. Phillips enrolled in chiropractic school and pursued an American Chiropractic Neurology Board Diplomate. In 2014, she was invited to accompany her husband, Army CPT Allan Phillips, a physical therapy intern at the time, to Naval Hospital San Diego for a day. The experience left a strong impression; she knew she was destined to care for our nation’s injured service members. 

Dr. Phillips made her dream a reality. At Naval Air Station North Island, she saw over 4,000 patients. A disconnect between research and the clinical setting was noted, especially for patients diagnosed with traumatic brain injuries. She has focused her efforts on bridging this gap by enrolling in a clinical neuroscience master’s degree program. Her degree will be used to leverage the most up-to-date methods to provide individualized patient-centric treatment plans and further TBI research in the military. 

Dr. Phillips recently started practicing at San Ysidro Health, one of the nation's largest federally qualified health centers, and her patient base includes active duty, veterans, and military family members. Currently, she serves as a chair of the American Board of Chiropractic Specialties under the American Chiropractic Association. Dr. Phillips has spearheaded a family relations group for veterans and military spouses within her workplace. Additionally, she assists in the leadership of the Chiropractic Military Spouses, a collective of 74 chiropractors married to the military. 

Dr. Phillips is a competitive triathlete with past national team experience, including multiple junior and age group national championships

Dr. Michael A. Pridham, DC-APC is a chiropractic physician and founder of Equilibrium Chiropractic (also referred to as Equilibrium Wellness Center) in Albuquerque, New Mexico. His practice blends traditional chiropractic manipulation with meridian therapy and myofascial release to help patients reduce pain, restore function, and improve overall movement.

Dr. Pridham earned his Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.) and Bachelor of Science in Life Science from Logan College of Chiropractic after earlier training at the New Mexico School of Natural Therapeutics, Technical Vocational Institute, and the University of New Mexico.

With more than two decades of experience in martial arts, Tai Chi, and yoga, he often incorporates principles from these disciplines into his clinical approach. He has also completed advanced post-doctoral training, including in chiropractic injectable nutrients and certification with the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners.

Dr. Pridham is active in professional and community organizations and holds numerous certifications, including Certified Kinesio Taping Instructor and Practitioner. He serves patients through Equilibrium Chiropractic and has been involved with public health and integrative care initiatives in New Mexico.