Improve Mitochondrial Health for Better Wellbeing – Integrative Care from TCM to Chiropractic

Dan Murphy, DC, DABCO

P. O. Box 7044
Auburn, CA 95604

Education:

• Undergraduate three years at the University of California, San Diego
• 1978, graduated from Western States Chiropractic College, magna cum laude
• 1986, Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedics
• Have accumulated approximately the following post-graduate continuing education hours: Biomechanics: 460 hours; Orthopedics: 910 hours; X-ray: 430 hours; Neurology: 880 hours; Nutrition 310 hours.

Clinical Experience:

• Continuous clinical practice 1978 - 2003.
• Part-time clinical practice 2003 through present.

Undergraduate Teaching Experience:

1982 to present and continuing, part-time undergraduate faculty at Life Chiropractic College West, in Hayward, CA. Current class is Management of Spinal Disorders; Rank, full professor.

Postgraduate Teaching Experience:

Has taught approximately 1,450 twelve hour postgraduate continuing education classes.

Class topics include: biomechanics of vehicular collisions; biomechanics of spine trauma; biomechanics of pediatric vehicular collisions; soft tissue injury and repair; pain and proprioceptive neurology; the management of spine and spinal related disorders; clinical nutrition.

Has taught postgraduate classes for Life Chiropractic College West, Los Angeles Chiropractic College, Life University (Chiropractic), Logan Chiropractic College, Palmer Chiropractic College, Cleveland Chiropractic College of Kansas City, University of Western States, and Northwestern Health Science University.

Publications:

• 1989: Chapter V in Spinal Manipulation: "Posture, Tissues, Neurology and Health", published by Chiropractic Biophysics, Inc.
• 1990-2013: Quarterly Column in the Journal of Clinical Chiropractic.
• 1996: Contributing author: Motor Vehicle Collision Injuries, Aspen Publication.
• 1998: Contributing author: Pediatric Chiropractic, Williams & Wilkins.
• 2005: Contributing author: Motor Vehicle Collision Injuries, 2nd edition, Jones and Bartlett.
• 2011: Contributing author: Pediatric Chiropractic, 2nd edition, Wolters Kluwer, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.

Special Awards:

• 1987, 1991 and 1995: Post-graduate Educator of the Year, given by the International Chiropractic Association.
• 1997: The Carl S. Cleveland, Jr., Educator of the year, given by the International Chiropractic Association of California.
• 2001: Dr. Murphy was honored by the readers of Dynamic Chiropractic as the top vote receiver for the “Our Virtual Chiropractic Association.”
• In 2001, Dr. Murphy was chosen “Chiropractor of the Year” by the International Chiropractic Association of California.
• 2003-2009, Vice President of the International Chiropractic Association.
• 2009-2010, “Chiropractor of the Year” from the International Chiropractic

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Dr. Dustin T. Dillberg DACM. L.Ac. PAS

2711 Ala Kinoiki
Koloa, HI 96756
808.652.6449
[email protected]
www.painfree-kauai.com

Second-generation integrative healthcare practitioner with nearly 20 years of clinical experience. Licensed since 2007. Founder, CEO, and Chief Medical Officer of Pain Free Kauai. International lecturer, educator, author, and functional medicine consultant specializing in acupuncture, laser therapy, functional and herbal medicine, sports performance, and mitochondrial optimization for health and longevity.

Clinical Specialties

Acupuncture • Laser Therapy • Functional & Herbal Medicine • Sports Medicine & Performance
Corrective Exercise & Postural Rehabilitation • Myofascial Systems • Neurology
Lymphatics • Breathwork • Natural Pain Management • Movement Optimization

Credentials & Licensure

• Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine (DACM)
• Licensed Acupuncturist & Herbalist – Hawaii
• Second-Generation Doctor & Natural Healthcare Specialist
• Hawaiian Ocean Safety Certified | Tow-In Surf & Rescue Certified

Education & Advanced Training

• Doctorate of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine – 2019
• MS, Traditional Oriental Medicine, Pacific College – 2007
• Postgraduate Training:
  • Egoscue University – Postural Alignment Specialist & Instructor
  • Pettibon Institute – Spinal Rehabilitation & Dynamics
  • Bradford Institute – Functional Nutrition Testing & Live Blood Cell Analysis

Leadership & Professional Experience

• Founder, CEO & Chief Medical Officer – Pain Free Kauai (2011–Present)
• Advisory Board Member – Hawaii Acupuncture Medicine Association
• Advisory Board Member – Beautifully Flawed Foundation (Bethany Hamilton Foundation)
• Functional Medicine Consultant – Xymogen
• Scientific Advisor & Product Formulator – KonaRed
• Medical Volunteer – Tavarua, Fiji

Teaching & Academic Roles

• Affiliate Instructor & Curriculum Developer – Egoscue University (2007–2016)
• Developed and taught 25+ post-secondary and CE courses in posture, movement, corrective exercise, and functional performance
• Instructor for seminars, certifications, workshops, study groups, and mentoring programs

Lectures & Conferences (Selected)

Pacific Symposium (2019–2025) • American Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Spa & Massage Conferences
Laser Expo Asheville • International Symposium of Integrative Medicine (Italy)
Dozens of national webinars, podcasts, and CE programs on laser therapy, neurology, posture, and mitochondrial health

Film & Media Appearances

• Unstoppable: The Bethany Hamilton Story – Sports Medicine & Acupuncture Consultant
• Soul Surfer (Sony Pictures) – Athletic Training Feature

Publications & Authorship

• Body and Soul (co-author with Bethany Hamilton)
• Regular contributor to Acupuncture Today, American Fitness Magazine, Wall Street Journal, and wellness journals
• Author of numerous articles on laser therapy, pain management, performance, and longevity

Community & Service

Environmental advocate with a passion for ocean safety, conservation, and education. Leader and healthcare director for multiple retreats, athletic events, and nonprofit initiatives.

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