CAL Annual Convention                           October 2-4, 2009                                                             Holiday Inn Crown Plaza                                       Celebrating 45 years of Excellence Baton Rouge, LA   18 hours of continuing education credits featuring:      Terry Yochum, D.C., D.A.C.B.R.     Spondylolisthesis and Contact Sports: When Is It Safe?      Robert deMaria, D.C., DABCO, NHD     Clinical Patient Management      Guy Riekeman, D.C.                                  Chiropractic Philosophy      Dar Griffeth, D.C.                                       A Common Pattern of Postural Abnormality        (Approved for credit in Georgia, Kentucky (17 hrs), Louisiana, South Carolina and Texas)   For Chiropractic Assistants: (Saturday only)      Kate Rufolo, D.C.                              Becoming the Backbone of the Chiropractic Office   Special Events:   AN ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Saturday       7:30 - 11:30 p.m. Come celebrate CAL's 45th anniversary and the profession's 35th year of licesure in Louisiana with    dinner and dancing at the exclusive Camelot Club.  Stormy, one of the hottest bands in the south, joins us for the occasion.  (reservations required)   AWARDS LUNCHEON Saturday    Noon Join us in honoring members of the profession who give tirelessly of their time and energy to the work of the association.  (reservations required)   CAL ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Friday    6:30 p.m. An integral part of each year's convention program, the Annual Business Meeting offers members an opportunity for direct input into the work of the Association.  Agenda items include election of statewide officers and representatives in the odd-numbered districts.   22nd ANNUAL PRAYER BREAKFAST Sunday  7:45 a.m. An opportunity to gather for fellowship and prayer.  Although the breakfast is complimentary, reservations  are required.   Pre-registration fees (prior to 9/22):CAL member................$269           Non-mbr DC...................$369                                                              CAL member's CA.......$119           Non-mbr's CA................$139                                                              CAL Student mbr.....complimentary                           Special events:                                        Awards Luncheon.............$25 per person                                        Anniversary Banquet.......$45 per person                                         Prayer Breakfast.............complimentary (reservations required)   To register or receive a convention brochure, contact CAL @ 225/769-5560  or lachiro@premier.net   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   X-Ray Proficiency & Safety for the Chiropractic Assistant Fall Session:  October 31-Nov.1                 Location:   CAL Office, Baton Rouge                        November 21-22                    Hours:  1:00-7:00 p.m. on Saturdays                        December 5-6                                      8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Sundays   Instructor:      Dale Rollette, D.C.   According to Louisiana law, only CAs certified in x-ray proficiency and safety are allowed to take x-rays.  This program, which includes a written examination, satisfies the educational component required by law for persons seeking certification in Louisiana. During the three-weekend course, CAs will be exposed to the latest information regarding diagnostic imaging.  Course work will stress operating and safety procedures.  Through the lectures, students will gain practical knowledge in basic anatomy, proper positioning, shielding, patient dosage, processing and quality problems solving techniques.   Note:  Students are required to have a Supertech for in-class use.  Supertechs will be available (at cost)             at the seminar.   Registration fees:     CAs employed by a CAL member             CAs employed by non-CAL members                                     1st person from office.........$349                1st person from office.............$449                                      Each additional person.......$199                Each additional person...........$299       To register or receive a brochure, contact CAL @ 225/769-5560  or lachiro@premier.net   ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------   Rehabilitation: Protocols for Performance & Payment December 5-6 Kenner, Louisiana   Instructor:  Brad Hayes, D.C.   LAST CHANCE! Still need continuing education credits for 2009?  Here's your last chance to obtain 12 hours of credit              without having to travel out of state.  Certificates will be issued on site to facilitate timely filing.   Details of program to follow.   Pre-registration fees:     CAL member---$189                Non-member---$289   -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------