Education
Doctor of Chiropractic
New York Chiropractic College (www.nycc.edu)
Graduation 2004
- Graduated Cum Laude
* Member Phi Chi Omega Chiropractic Honor Society
* Consecutively named to New York Chiropractic College's Dean's List
Bachelor of Professional Studies w/ a major in Life Sciences
New York Chiropractic College
Degree Obtained 2003
Doctor of Chiropractic
Life University College of Chiropractic (www.life.edu)
* Attended from 2000-2002 enrolled in the Doctor of Chiropractic Program
* Consecutively named to Life College of Chiropractic's Dean's List
* Transferred to New York Chiropractic College in good standing
Biology/Pre-Medical Major
Elizabethtown College 1997-2000
- Awarded Provost Scholarship
* Member Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honor's Society
* Member Beta Beta Beta Biology Honor's Society
* Member of the Varsity Baseball team
* Named to the Middle Atlantic Conference All Academic Honors Team 1999
Work Experience
Chiropractor/Sole Proprietor of Blue Mountain Family Chiropractic
- In private practice from 2004 to the present
* PA License Number DC009349
* Adjunctive Procedures License AJ009155
Owner/Sole Proprietor of Healthy Habits Natural Market
- Established in 2008
* Independently owned and operated by Dr. Touchinsky and his wife
* Focusing on natural and organic foods and products
Board of Directors Schuylkill County's VISION
- 2007 to the present
* Chairman of the Board, 2010 to 2013
Orwigsburg Borough Councilman
- Elected for the term 2010 to 2014
* Board Member of Planning and Zoning
* Board Member of Blue Mountain Recreation Commission
Board of Directors Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce
- 2007 to 2008
Professional Presentations
Preventing Back Injuries
* presentation given to MRD Lumber Company (www.mrdlumber.com)
* discussed importance of safety in the work place and specific risk factors for low back injuries
Various Local Presenations
* presentations given to Orwigsburg Lions, Pottsville Rotary, Pottsville Kiwanis, Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, and local churches
* discussed various health topics such as healthy lifestyle choices, injury prevention, healthy digestion, etc.
Related Experience
Chiropractic Intern 2003/2004
Seneca Falls and Levittown Health Centers, New York Chiropractic College
* practiced chiropractic in a multi-DC supervised clinic
* examined, diagnosed, and treated patients through adjustments, therapeutic treatments, posture/ergonomic and nutritional counseling
* interacted professionally with patients and family members to encourage sound health care practices
Community Outreach at Salvation Army Senior Citizens Center
* practiced chiropractic under the supervision of a licensed DC
* unique patient population consisting of underprivileged senior citizens
Community Outreach at "The Haven" Community center
* practiced chiropractic under the supervision of a licensed DC
* unique patient population consisting of patients recovering from drug addiction and/or various psychiatric disorders
State University of New York at Farmingdale -- Health and Wellness Center
* practiced chiropractic under the supervision of a licensed DC
* multidisciplinary college health center w/DCs, MDs, acupuncturist, and massage therapists.
Massapequa Spine Center Rotation
* observed multi-disciplinary team of physical therapists, physiatrist, chiropractors, and spine surgeon.
Continuing Development
Sound Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (www.sastm.com) Provider
Basic Level Training Completed
Chiropractic Neurology Diplomate Program (200 hours)
Presented by the Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies
Accredited by National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA).
Advanced chiropractic training focusing on neurological assessment, diagnosis, and interdisciplinary referral.
Hospital Procedures and Protocols
Training for chiropractors who would like to work in a multidisciplinary hospital setting.
Advanced Arthrology
An in depth look at the properties of the bone, ligament, muscle, and their role in joint structure and function.
Ergonomics (Human Factors)
Study of how to adapt the workplace to fit individual needs in order to prevent injury and disability.
Advanced Clinical Neurology
An in depth look at neurological assessment, diagnosis, and interdisciplinary referral.
Licenses and Certifications
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Parts I, II, III, IV, and Physiotherapy completed
Qualified Drug Test Collector and Breath Alcohol Technician
Qualified to Perform CDL/Medical Certificate Physicals for the Department of Transportation
Affiliations
American Chiropractic Association (www.amerchiro.org)
Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association (www.pennchiro.org)
Schuylkill County's VISION (www.schuylkillvision.com)
Rotary International, Pottsville Club (www.pottsvillerotary.homestead.com)
Schuylkill County Chamber of Commerce (www.schuylkillchamber.com)
Orwigsburg Area Business and Professional Association
Orwigsburg Lions Club
References Available Upon Request
Doctor of Chiropractic
New York Chiropractic College (www.nycc.edu)
Graduation 2004
- Graduated Cum Laude
* Member Phi Chi Omega Chiropractic Honor Society
* Consecutively named to New York Chiropractic College's Dean's List
Bachelor of Professional Studies w/ a major in Life Sciences
New York Chiropractic College
Degree Obtained 2003
Doctor of Chiropractic
Life University College of Chiropractic (www.life.edu)
* Attended from 2000-2002 enrolled in the Doctor of Chiropractic Program
* Consecutively named to Life College of Chiropractic's Dean's List
* Transferred to New York Chiropractic College in good standing
Biology/Pre-Medical Major
Elizabethtown College 1997-2000
- Awarded Provost Scholarship
* Member Alpha Lambda Delta Freshman Honor's Society
* Member Beta Beta Beta Biology Honor's Society
* Member of the Varsity Baseball team
* Named to the Middle Atlantic Conference All Academic Honors Team 1999
Work Experience
Chiropractor/Sole Proprietor of Blue Mountain Family Chiropractic
- In private practice from 2004 to the present
* PA License Number DC009349
* Adjunctive Procedures License AJ009155
Owner/Sole Proprietor of Healthy Habits Natural Market
- Established in 2008
* Independently owned and operated by Dr. Touchinsky and his wife
* Focusing on natural and organic foods and products
Board of Directors Schuylkill County's VISION
- 2007 to the present
* Chairman of the Board, 2010 to 2013
Orwigsburg Borough Councilman
- Elected for the term 2010 to 2014
* Board Member of Planning and Zoning
* Board Member of Blue Mountain Recreation Commission
Board of Directors Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce
- 2007 to 2008
Professional Presentations
Preventing Back Injuries
* presentation given to MRD Lumber Company (www.mrdlumber.com)
* discussed importance of safety in the work place and specific risk factors for low back injuries
Various Local Presenations
* presentations given to Orwigsburg Lions, Pottsville Rotary, Pottsville Kiwanis, Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce, and local churches
* discussed various health topics such as healthy lifestyle choices, injury prevention, healthy digestion, etc.
Related Experience
Chiropractic Intern 2003/2004
Seneca Falls and Levittown Health Centers, New York Chiropractic College
* practiced chiropractic in a multi-DC supervised clinic
* examined, diagnosed, and treated patients through adjustments, therapeutic treatments, posture/ergonomic and nutritional counseling
* interacted professionally with patients and family members to encourage sound health care practices
Community Outreach at Salvation Army Senior Citizens Center
* practiced chiropractic under the supervision of a licensed DC
* unique patient population consisting of underprivileged senior citizens
Community Outreach at "The Haven" Community center
* practiced chiropractic under the supervision of a licensed DC
* unique patient population consisting of patients recovering from drug addiction and/or various psychiatric disorders
State University of New York at Farmingdale -- Health and Wellness Center
* practiced chiropractic under the supervision of a licensed DC
* multidisciplinary college health center w/DCs, MDs, acupuncturist, and massage therapists.
Massapequa Spine Center Rotation
* observed multi-disciplinary team of physical therapists, physiatrist, chiropractors, and spine surgeon.
Continuing Development
Sound Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (www.sastm.com) Provider
Basic Level Training Completed
Chiropractic Neurology Diplomate Program (200 hours)
Presented by the Carrick Institute for Graduate Studies
Accredited by National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) and the National Organization for Competency Assurance (NOCA).
Advanced chiropractic training focusing on neurological assessment, diagnosis, and interdisciplinary referral.
Hospital Procedures and Protocols
Training for chiropractors who would like to work in a multidisciplinary hospital setting.
Advanced Arthrology
An in depth look at the properties of the bone, ligament, muscle, and their role in joint structure and function.
Ergonomics (Human Factors)
Study of how to adapt the workplace to fit individual needs in order to prevent injury and disability.
Advanced Clinical Neurology
An in depth look at neurological assessment, diagnosis, and interdisciplinary referral.
Licenses and Certifications
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
Parts I, II, III, IV, and Physiotherapy completed
Qualified Drug Test Collector and Breath Alcohol Technician
Qualified to Perform CDL/Medical Certificate Physicals for the Department of Transportation
Affiliations
American Chiropractic Association (www.amerchiro.org)
Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association (www.pennchiro.org)
Schuylkill County's VISION (www.schuylkillvision.com)
Rotary International, Pottsville Club (www.pottsvillerotary.homestead.com)
Schuylkill County Chamber of Commerce (www.schuylkillchamber.com)
Orwigsburg Area Business and Professional Association
Orwigsburg Lions Club
References Available Upon Request