Not all chiropractors who see children have equivalent training in pediatric care. The standard chiropractic doctorate includes some exposure to pediatric cases, but formal post-graduate training in chiropractic pediatrics is a separate, additional qualification. The diplomate in chiropractic pediatrics, awarded by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics, is the most recognized post-graduate credential in this specialty and requires coursework, clinical hours, and examination specifically in the evaluation and care of infants and children. When evaluating a pediatric chiropractor for a child, asking about this credential is a useful starting point. Dr. Bronstein at Beacon Clinic of Chiropractic holds this diplomate and is the only provider on the central coast of California who does.
Beyond credentials, families considering pediatric chiropractic care for a child should ask how the provider approaches the first visit, whether parents are present throughout the evaluation and adjustment, how the provider communicates with the child's pediatrician, and what the provider's experience is with the specific presentation the child is dealing with. Beacon Clinic of Chiropractic in Grover Beach welcomes these questions from Arroyo Grande families and others across California's central coast. Dr. Bronstein is available to discuss his background, his approach to pediatric evaluation, and what care at Beacon Clinic would involve before a family commits to scheduling a first appointment.
