Dr. Stephen C. Wellens
Dr. Stephen C. Wellens is originally from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. He completed his undergraduate education at Florida State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Food and Nutrition. He then obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Life Chiropractic College West where he graduated Magna Cum Laude.

Dr. Wellens is one of only 400 board certified chiropractic neurologists in the world.

Dr. Wellens serves as a specialist in the field of chiropractic care. He has obtained Diplomate status by completing a three year post-doctorate program in neurology, and passing all board exams given by the American Chiropractic Neurology Board. The American Chiropractic Neurology Board is fully accredited by the National Commission for Certification Agencies. This very distinct chiropractic specialty in neurology is the only chiropractic specialty program that is accredited.

Dr. Wellens has completed more than 600 hours of education in chiropractic neurology through the Carrick Institute.

Dr. Wellens is the director of Wellens Chiropractic Center and a full-time practicing doctor. He specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of various musculoskeletal and neurological dysfunctions. Dr. Wellens has had excellent success in the treatment of acute and chronic pain, headaches, balance disorders, movement disorders, learning disabilities / ADD / ADHD, bulged and herniated discs, gastrointestinal problems, repetitive stress injuries, thoracic outlet syndromes, sports injuries (rotator cuff problems, tennis elbow, knee pain, ankle sprains), work injuries, and car accident injuries.

Neuromuscular Rehabilitation (balance and coordination exercises, hemifield stimulation, auditory stimulation, oculomotor exercises) have been successful for patients suffering from various disorders including: headaches, seizures, vertigo, balance disorders, neurodegenerative disorders, multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain syndromes.

LIFE CHIROPRACTIC COLLEGE WEST

Dr. Stephen C. Wellens has been awarded the great honor and distinction of being voted by the students as 2007 Faculty Instructor of the Year. He was presented with the award during an assembly of Life Chiropractic College West’s students, faculty, staff, and administration on June 8, 2007.

Dr. Wellens serves as a faculty member at Life Chiropractic College West as needed. He has taught Spinal Anatomy, Neuromusculoskeletal Diagnosis and Management, Skeletal Anatomy, and Neurological Diagnosis.

His lectures are designed to teach students to properly assess a patient's nervous system so that appropriate chiropractic adjustments, therapies, and other recommendations can be administered.

He has had the great distinction of being voted by the students as "Most Favorite Instructor" 10 times during his teaching career at the college.

Dr. Wellens has had the honor of serving as the Vice-President of the Chiropractic Neuroscience Organization at Life University from 2001-2002, and became President of the Chiropractic Neuroscience Organization at Life Chiropractic College West in 2003.

Dr. Wellens is a faculty instructor for Dr. John Donofrio and Irene Gold Associates, which provides board review courses for all four parts of the National Board Examination. These four examinations are required by all chiropractors who wish to be licensed to practice chiropractic in the United States.

Dr. Wellens teaches Part II, III and IV of the four part national board exam. Part II is a clinical science subjects examination covering general diagnosis, neuromusculoskeletal diagnosis, diagnostic imaging, principles of chiropractic, chiropractic practice, and associated clinical sciences. Part III is a written clinical competency examination that addresses case history, physical examination, neuromusculoskeletal examination, roentgenologic examination, clinical laboratory and special studies, diagnosis or clinical impression, chiropractic technique, supportive techniques, and case management. Part IV is a clinical and practical examination testing future doctors in three major areas: x-ray interpretation and diagnosis, case management, and chiropractic technique.

CALIFORNIA CHIROPRACTIC ASSOCIATION

Dr. Wellens has served as the Vice President of the California Chiropractic Association’s Contra Costa District. In the past, he has also served as the Treasurer for 2 years, and as the Secretary for one year. The California Chiropractic Association (www.calchiro.org) represents chiropractic doctors before state government, communicates to chiropractic doctors about the latest clinical and governmental news affecting their practices and patients, and enhances the public’s knowledge of the benefits of chiropractic treatment.