74. How to Build a Vital Pediatric Practice /w Dr. Whitley Caruso

Summary

In this episode of the What Now Podcast, Dr. Whitley Caruso shares her journey into chiropractic, detailing her experiences as a pediatric and prenatal chiropractor. She discusses the importance of cranial work, the challenges of building a niche practice, and the significance of education in providing quality care. Dr. Whitley emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding when dealing with parents and their concerns, as well as the importance of community in a pediatric practice. She offers valuable advice for aspiring chiropractors and highlights her commitment to teaching and sharing knowledge in the field. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Whitley Caruso 01:49 Whitley's Journey to Chiropractic 05:21 Establishing Vital Family Chiropractic 08:14 Niche Focus: Moms and Babies 10:46 Understanding Cranial Work 16:27 Explaining Cranial Concepts to Parents 19:25 Education and Learning in Chiropractic 24:47 Connection Between Cranial and Pelvic Health 26:54 The Connection Between Anatomy and Function 29:32 Specialization in Pediatric Chiropractic 33:05 The Importance of Education and Continuous Learning 36:47 Finding the Right Fit in Pediatric Chiropractic 45:00 Handling Objections from Dads 50:47 Encouragement for New Pediatric Chiropractors Welcome to the What Now? Podcast! Join Dr. Zach Thompson and Dr. Spencer Dupre on their pathway to building a practice from the ground up. There are so many shows of “how to” or “this is what you should do,” but not very many describing what it is like week to week as it is happening. We hope that you enjoy this audio journal-esq documentation of our journey where we share wins, losses, lessons, and insights from our experiences. Follow us on the socials! Dr. Zach Thompson (@dr_zachthompson) | (@withinchiropractic) Dr. Spencer Dupre (@spencerdupre.dc) | (@empowerchirotx)