Board Members
Meet the Board Members who make it all happen
Jenny Brocker, DC, DICCP, President
Location: Portland, OR
Jennifer Brocker is a 2007 Cum Laude graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA. In 2012, Dr. Brocker became board-certified as a Diplomate in Clinical Chiropractic Pediatrics having completed the required 3-year postgraduate course of study. Additionally, she completed the 80 hour workshop series in Dynamic Body Balancing with Dr. Carol Philips. She has felt a deep passion to help and serve other people for most of her life. From a young age she developed a deep respect and curiosity for health care because she grew up under the chiropractic care of her mom, Dr. Patricia Petrie. She believes a comprehensive approach to health care is in the best interest of the patient and it is her duty as a chiropractor to work with other health care professionals to provide patients with the best and most complete care possible.
Dr. Jenny uses her experience as a mother and her knowledge as a chiropractor to help make pregnancy a time of joy and celebration, leading to a positive birth experience. With three children of her own, Dr. Jenny, finds so much delight in working with children. They are a constant source of wonder and laughter and she loves helping them thrive.
Jennifer Murphy, DC, DICCP, Vice-President
Location: Pink Hill, NC
Email: phchiro@gmail.com
Dr. Murphy is 1995 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA. She began her private practice opening her office, Pink Hill Chiropractic, on August 19th, 1996. In 2002, Dr. Murphy received her Pediatric Diplomate (DICCP) from Palmer College and the International Chiropractic Association’s Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics by completing three years of postgraduate coursework, research projects and multiple examination including a national board exam. Dr. Murphy felt a strong need to educate other chiropractors and the public about the benefits of pediatric chiropractic care so she started the NCCA Pediatric Council. She also continued to develop her skills in advanced pediatric chiropractic by publishing articles in various journal publications including JCCP and lecturing across the country.
Dr. Murphy is a member of the American Chiropractic Association, Vice_President of the ACA Pediatric Council, the ICA Pediatric Council, The Christian Chiropractic Association, and the North Carolina Chiropractic Association. In 2011, Dr. Murphy was named Lenoir County’s top 20 under 40 for achievement in professional and personal activities and in 2012 earned the North Carolina Chiropractic Association’s Dr. Faye B. Eagles Woman of Chiropractic Award.
Married with one son, Dr. Murphy also has a small pesticide-free hobby farm which was featured on PBS’s show A Chef’s Life in fall 2016.
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Natalie Muth, DC, Secretary
Location: Grand Forks, ND
Email: acaccpsecretary@gmail.com
Dr. Natalie Newman Muth is a wife, mother, and chiropractor serving her home state of North Dakota. A 2008 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa, she is a lifelong learner of all things health and wellness. She has deep ties to the Red River Valley and is rooted in the Greater Grand Forks community.
Dr. Natalie is passionate about empowering patients and families to be active participants in their own health. With a chiropractic practice focused on pediatric, prenatal and overall family care she enjoys helping children and their mothers flourish during all stages of life!
In addition to serving as the ACA Clinical Council on Pediatrics Secretary, she is a member of the North Dakota Chiropractic Association, ACA, and ICPA.
When she is out of the office you’ll find Dr. Natalie cooking, reading, and advocating for her community in various volunteer roles. Her favorite “hobbies” are chasing adventure and finding beauty in the everyday moments with her four children, husband, and dog.
Kaede Fischer, DC, Social Media Committee Co-Chair
Location: San Fransisco, CA
Email: kaedefischer@gmail.com
Dr. Fischer began her chiropractic career at Palmer College of Chiropractic West, from which she graduated in 2016. Dr. Fischer’s passion for chiropractic and for kids began in her earlier years when she was a chiropractic patient herself, suffering from chronic ear infections and headaches. These issues were greatly helped with chiropractic care, and she was also able to witness the effects of other patients’ health improving as she worked in a chiropractic office for three years.
Dr. Fischer practices full spine and extremity adjusting for patients of all ages to help restore the normal range of motion in joints, restore function, and reduce pain. She utilizes soft tissue work, taping, and exercises to assist in the recovery for each patient, as well as to strengthen their bodies to minimize future injuries. Her goal is to help patients have the best quality of life possible from a function perspective and provide them with the tools to help themselves maintain it.
Dr. Fischer is certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) in the Webster technique, which helps women have a safer and smoother pregnancy and birth with gentle adjustments to the pelvis. She is constantly learning and continuing her education by attending seminars and conferences on pediatric and maternity care. Dr. Fischer works diligently with her patients to help them have a better quality of life, and finds delight in helping them thrive.
Mallory MaKeever, DC Social Media Committee Co-Chair
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Email: mallorymakeever@gmail.com
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Mary Minser, DC, FICPA Speaker's Bureau Chair
Location: St. Cloud, MN
Email: drminser@minserchiropracticclinic.com
Dr. Mary Beth Minser is originally from Eden Valley, MN. She completed her pre-medicine/biology degree at the University of St. Thomas. She then completed her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Northwestern College of Chiropractic in Bloomington, MN and is certified in acupuncture. She has a Fellowship from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. She is a past president of the Minnesota Chiropractic Association, a member of the American Chiropractic Association and the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association.
Jo Nell Shaw, DC Membership Committee Chairperson
Location: Fort Collins, CO
Email: acaccpmembership@gmail.com
Dr. Jo Nell Shaw is an adventurous woman who loves hiking and spending time outdoors. Her experience of pregnancy and postpartum led her to create Shaw Family Practice as the place for mothers to get the care she wished she had. Her practice is built for motherhood and supports each woman as they raise families of their own. She has a deep passion to help women and children using the healing power of nature. Dr. Shaw uses naturopathic and chiropractic care to bridge the gap between traditional practices and modern healthcare while providing a safe and nurturing atmosphere. Colorado was her childhood home and where she returned to practice and raise a family with her husband after graduating the National University of Health Sciences in 2018. She also has completed advanced training through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and is certified in Webster technique. Dr. Shaw is a member of the American Chiropractic Association, ICPA, Colorado Association of Naturopathic Doctors. It was through her own health journey as a college student and personal trainer that she discovered how beneficial a chiropractic adjustment could be. After that pivotal experience, she was called to be a doctor and needed to share this knowledge with her community. Dr. Shaw continues to train and learn advanced techniques to care for the people around her. She is a speaker and active in local groups in Fort Collins, Colorado. As a mother to a rambunctious boy and wife of a physicist, life is never boring. Dr. Shaw finds ways to incorporate nature in all areas of her life and is happiest when hiking with her family.
Jessie Young, DC Research Committee Chairperson
Location: Olympia, WA
Email: drjessieyoung@gmail.com
Dr. Jessie Young is a pediatric chiropractor specializing in infants with breastfeeding issues. As a 2009 graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic West, Dr. Young has focused her continuing education over the years on pediatrics and women’s health. She is trained in a wide variety of techniques to help people of all ages address many different health concerns. She is nearing completion of becoming an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). Many pregnant women seek out care with Dr. Young for the Webster technique but she can meet her patient’s needs with the most gentle touch using myofascial, kinesotaping and craniosacral techniques or with more traditional approaches with modified gentle adjustments, exercise and graston techniques. She is also able to broaden her scope by offering a nutritional approach to many conditions like the common cold, allergies, pain management, sleep and digestive issues.She enjoys working closely with other healthcare professionals to provide the most comprehensive and highest quality care possible. She also has a special interest for helping those suffering from TMJ dysfunction, which for little ones result in difficulty breastfeeding. In addition to her role as research committee chairperson for the ACA Council on Chiropractic Pediatrics, Dr. Young is a member of the Washington State Chiropractic Association and the American Chiropractic Association . In her free time Dr. Young enjoys spending time with her two boys and husband. They like to hike, visit beaches and cook vegan and gluten-free cuisines from around the world.
Christina Galatioto, SACA liaison
Location: Northeast College of Heath Sciences
Email: christina.galatioto@gmail.com