How to Become a Chiropractor in 6 Steps
Interested in a chiropractic career but don’t know where to start or even if it’s a right fit for you? Read on to learn more about the profession and how Pitt can make your dream a reality!
Doctor of Chiropractic Program Director Michael Schneider Awarded ACA 2025 Academician of the Year; Delivers Keynote Address
The award recognizes his efforts in advancing the profession through academic and educational excellence.
Pitt Doctor of Chiropractic Program Director Michael Schneider Named Dynamic Chiropractic 2024 Person of the Year
When the inaugural cohort comes together next fall, they will be greeted by Professor and Program Director Michael Schneider—who can now add Dynamic Chiropractic 2024 Person of the Year to his accolades.
Events
Program Menu [program_menu] [program_menu] Events and Information Sessions The events listed below are a variety of program-specific and department events. Learn more about the Department of Community Health Services and Rehabilitation Science events. University of Pittsburgh Events Calendar If there are no relevant events for the program, students and interested individuals can reach out to the enrollment specialist.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Staff: Debra Utterback
Debra Utterback is the program administrator for the new University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic program at SHRS. Utterback brings with her a robust background in administration and programming.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Staff: Christine McFarland
Christine McFarland is the project assistant director for the new Doctor of Chiropractic program. She has many years of experience in research and is very excited to welcome the Doctor of Chiropractic students.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Faculty: Mike Wiles
Mike Wiles is the associate director of Academic Affairs and visiting professor for the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic who has spent his career working in higher education and in chiropractic care.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Faculty: Joel Stevans
Joel Stevans is the associate director of Clinical Education and associate professor in the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic program. With over 30 years of experience as a chiropractor, Stevans will be focusing on research and professional education.
Meet the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic Faculty: Shireesh Bhalerao
Shireesh Bhalerao is an associate professor in the University of Pittsburgh Doctor of Chiropractic program. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bhalerao has been a chiropractor since 2001 and is very excited to usher in the 2025 cohort of students.
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