Baron Hoag, an executive director with over 25 years in chiropractic healthcare, discussed his journey from a sales role to founding One Chiropractic, a nonprofit advocating for the profession. He highlighted the challenges of traditional trade associations, citing a 310% membership growth in Ohio during his tenure. Baron emphasized the importance of chiropractic in enhancing brain-body communication and reducing inflammation. He also shared his subscription-based chiropractic model, offering four visits a month for $160, and his commitment to life balance, operating his clinic 27 hours a week. The conversation also touched on the limitations of allopathic medicine and the need for a more holistic approach to health. The conversation highlights the evolving perspectives on generational differences, particularly in the technology and health sectors. Speaker 1 notes the newer generations' focus on research and data, while Speaker 2 discusses the archaic health practices in the military, emphasizing the need for chiropractic care to address non-combat-related injuries. They also touch on the political landscape and the potential for health reforms under new leadership. Speaker 2 shares personal experiences, including working with the DoD and suing the Australian government, to advocate for chiropractic care. The discussion concludes with a call to embrace passion over fear and think differently to achieve personal freedom.
Bharon Hoag is the Executive Director of OneChiropractic, the most disruptive advocacy organization in chiropractic today, dedicated to challenging the profession's status quo. With over 25 years of experience, Hoag brings a unique perspective shaped by owning and managing clinics, counseling over 1,000 healthcare facilities. As a former Executive Director of the Ohio State Chiropractic Association, he introduced a hands-on approach to association management, driving a 26% membership increase in his first year and transforming the organization’s influence and revenue. Known for his dynamic speaking style, Bharon bridges divides within the chiropractic profession, uniting practitioners with clarity and purpose. Through OneChiropractic, he champions cultural authority, practitioner rights, and public access to chiropractic care, aiming to make it the world’s leading healthcare choice for people in pain. His passion lies in empowering chiropractors and shaping a thriving future for the profession and helping people understand chiropractic is a viable solution for pain.
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