Todd R. Bedell, DC
- Board Certified Chiropractor
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Dr. Bedell provides chiropractic care in San Jose to help people with safe and effective chiropractic adjustments. He believes in a patient-centered approach to spine care by respecting people's needs, preferences, and cultural beliefs.
Education
- Bachelor of Science
- Doctor of Chiropractic
Recent Continuing Education
Patient Communication, Communication techniques were discussed with emphasis on patient comprehension to increase compliance and reduce patient anxiety. Details were presented on simplification of complex medical terminology to ensure understanding at the initial visitation as well as throughout the patient’s care plan. Conversational interaction and dissemination of health information at the appropriate comprehension level was provided. Proper reporting and interprofessional communication were emphasized in a wholistic approach to supporting the patient’s needs. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University of Health Sciences, College of Chiropractic, Kansas City, Spine Management Conference 2021
Interprofessional Communication and Reporting, Review of electronic health record workflows were presented and discussed with emphasis on CPT compliant and efficient reporting. The importance of communication with the patient’s other healthcare providers was outlined and discussed. Specific needs of the primary care physician, pain management physician and spine surgeon were outlined and reviewed. Details of simplified vocabulary and necessity of thoroughness were emphasized. Administrative workflows ensuring regular and continued communication of clinical documentation was provided. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University of Health Sciences, College of Chiropractic, Kansas City, Spine Management Conference 2021
The Spine Management Physician, Discussion of the Spine Management Physician concept utilizing supportive evidence was presented. Outline of trends in spinal pain management versus a curative model was discussed. Credentials, training, and triage methods were demonstrated for the Doctor of Chiropractic to increase proficiency in spine management. Scientific evidence supporting the need for a portal of entry physician dedicated to spine management oversight was outlined. Key differences between Spine Management Physician and Primary Spine Care were discussed. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University of Health Sciences, College of Chiropractic, Kansas City, Spine Management Conference 2021
MRI Protocols Clinical Necessity, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images. Clinical indication for the utilization of MRI and pathologies of disc in both trauma and non-trauma sequalae, including bulge, herniation, protrusion, extrusion and sequestration. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Degeneration/Bulges, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar degeneration. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Herniations, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar herniations. With the comorbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. Morphology of lumbar disc pathologies of central and lateral herniations, protrusions, extrusions, sequestration, focal and broad based herniations are defined and illustrated. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Cervical Degeneration/Bulges, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of cervical degeneration. With the comorbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Cervical Herniations, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar herniations. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. morphology of lumbar disc pathologies of central and lateral herniations, protrusions, extrusions, sequestration, focal and broad based herniations are defined and illustrated. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Degenerative Spine and Disc Disease with Overlapping Traumatic Insult to Both Spine and Disc, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of degenerative spondylolisthesis, spinal canal stenosis, Modic type 3 changes, central herniations, extrusions, compressions, nerve root compressions, advanced spurring and thecal sac involvement from an orthopedic, emergency room, chiropractic, neurological, neurosurgical, physical medicine perspective. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cervical Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the cervical and upper thoracic spine. This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Lumbar Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the lumbar spine. This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Spinal Biomechanics in Trauma, To utilize whiplash associated disorders in various vectors of impact and whiplash mechanisms in determining pathobiomechanics. To clinically correlate annular tears, disc herniations, fractures, ligament pathology and spinal segmental instability as sequalae to pathobiomechanics from trauma. The utilization of digital motion x-ray in diagnosing normal versus abnormal facet motion along with case studies to understand the clinical application. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Whiplash Injury Biomechanics and Traumatology: Whiplash Advanced Topics. Requisite and comprehensive biomechanics knowledge for forensic experts, In-depth analysis of brain, neck, and cervical spine trauma mechanisms, and all clinical syndromes and conditions resulting from whiplash (WAD/CAD). Spinal Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Management Principles in Personal Injury and Forensic Documentation, Auto crash reconstruction in low speed crashes: critical knowledge for today's forensic practitioners, historical documentation in personal injury and forensic medicine applications, Comprehensive physical examination of whiplash and traumatic brain injury, the latest radiographic examination methods and analysis techniques, CT examination of brain and soft tissue injuries, soft tissue healing times and implications for successful case management. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Whiplash, Advanced Topics: Fundamental Science. This course discusses the physics of motion as it relates to energy transference into human tissue, analysis of brain, neck and cervical spine trauma mechanisms, current research concerning ligament, muscle, tendon, joint capsule and disc injuries due to motor vehicle collisions, clinical syndromes of whiplash associated disorders/cervical acceleration deceleration disorders, risk assessments in modern forensic practice. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Medico-legal Fundamentals for Practitioners and Forensic Experts, Essentials of documentation and record keeping, medical photography, preparing for cross examination strategies, depositions, arbitrations, and testifying in court. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Principles of Impairment Ratings and Forensic Reporting, Report writing, documentation, incorporating outcome assessments and disability instruments, the application of the AMA guidelines, and using modern guidelines and best practices. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Spine Research Institute of San Diego Annual Scientific Conference. A review of the entire year of scientific research and publication from clinical medicine and automotive safety engineering, as well as research coming directly from Spine Research Institute of San Diego and its research affiliate, the Center for Research into Automotive Safety and Health. In addition to the literature indexed by the National Library of Medicine, the conference reviews literature published in the Annual Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) Scientific Program, the Annual Conference of the International Research Council on the Biomechanics of Impact (IRCOBI), the Annual SAE Stapp Car Crash Conference (and SAE general publications), the Annual International Traffic Medicine Association (ITMA) Conference, and the Annual International Technical Conference on the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV). Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Interprofessional Communication and Reporting, Review of electronic health record workflows were presented and discussed with emphasis on CPT compliant and efficient reporting. The importance of communication with the patient’s other healthcare providers was outlined and discussed. Specific needs of the primary care physician, pain management physician and spine surgeon were outlined and reviewed. Details of simplified vocabulary and necessity of thoroughness were emphasized. Administrative workflows ensuring regular and continued communication of clinical documentation was provided. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University of Health Sciences, College of Chiropractic, Kansas City, Spine Management Conference 2021
The Spine Management Physician, Discussion of the Spine Management Physician concept utilizing supportive evidence was presented. Outline of trends in spinal pain management versus a curative model was discussed. Credentials, training, and triage methods were demonstrated for the Doctor of Chiropractic to increase proficiency in spine management. Scientific evidence supporting the need for a portal of entry physician dedicated to spine management oversight was outlined. Key differences between Spine Management Physician and Primary Spine Care were discussed. National Spine Management Group, LLC, Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards, Cleveland University of Health Sciences, College of Chiropractic, Kansas City, Spine Management Conference 2021
MRI Protocols Clinical Necessity, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images. Clinical indication for the utilization of MRI and pathologies of disc in both trauma and non-trauma sequalae, including bulge, herniation, protrusion, extrusion and sequestration. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Degeneration/Bulges, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar degeneration. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Lumbar Herniations, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar herniations. With the comorbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. Morphology of lumbar disc pathologies of central and lateral herniations, protrusions, extrusions, sequestration, focal and broad based herniations are defined and illustrated. Central canal and cauda equina compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Cervical Degeneration/Bulges, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR axial, stacking, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of cervical degeneration. With the comorbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Cervical Herniations, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of lumbar herniations. With the co-morbidities and complications of stenosis, pseudo-protrusions, cantilevered vertebrate, Schmorl's nodes and herniations. morphology of lumbar disc pathologies of central and lateral herniations, protrusions, extrusions, sequestration, focal and broad based herniations are defined and illustrated. Spinal cord and canal compromise interpretation with management. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
MRI Interpretation of Degenerative Spine and Disc Disease with Overlapping Traumatic Insult to Both Spine and Disc, MRI slices, views, T1, T2, STIR Axial, FFE, FSE and sagittal images in the interpretation of degenerative spondylolisthesis, spinal canal stenosis, Modic type 3 changes, central herniations, extrusions, compressions, nerve root compressions, advanced spurring and thecal sac involvement from an orthopedic, emergency room, chiropractic, neurological, neurosurgical, physical medicine perspective. Cleveland University - Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Cervical Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the cervical and upper thoracic spine. This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Spinal Biomechanical Engineering: Lumbar Pathobiomechanics, Spinal biomechanical engineering of the lumbar spine. This includes the normal and pathobiomechanical movement of both the anterior and posterior motor units and normal function and relationship of the intrinsic musculature to those motor units. Nomenclature in reporting normal and pathobiomechanical findings of the spine. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Spinal Biomechanics in Trauma, To utilize whiplash associated disorders in various vectors of impact and whiplash mechanisms in determining pathobiomechanics. To clinically correlate annular tears, disc herniations, fractures, ligament pathology and spinal segmental instability as sequalae to pathobiomechanics from trauma. The utilization of digital motion x-ray in diagnosing normal versus abnormal facet motion along with case studies to understand the clinical application. Cleveland University Kansas City, ACCME Joint Providership with the State University of New York at Buffalo Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Academy of Chiropractic Post-Doctoral Division, Buffalo, NY, 2020
Whiplash Injury Biomechanics and Traumatology: Whiplash Advanced Topics. Requisite and comprehensive biomechanics knowledge for forensic experts, In-depth analysis of brain, neck, and cervical spine trauma mechanisms, and all clinical syndromes and conditions resulting from whiplash (WAD/CAD). Spinal Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Management Principles in Personal Injury and Forensic Documentation, Auto crash reconstruction in low speed crashes: critical knowledge for today's forensic practitioners, historical documentation in personal injury and forensic medicine applications, Comprehensive physical examination of whiplash and traumatic brain injury, the latest radiographic examination methods and analysis techniques, CT examination of brain and soft tissue injuries, soft tissue healing times and implications for successful case management. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Whiplash, Advanced Topics: Fundamental Science. This course discusses the physics of motion as it relates to energy transference into human tissue, analysis of brain, neck and cervical spine trauma mechanisms, current research concerning ligament, muscle, tendon, joint capsule and disc injuries due to motor vehicle collisions, clinical syndromes of whiplash associated disorders/cervical acceleration deceleration disorders, risk assessments in modern forensic practice. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Medico-legal Fundamentals for Practitioners and Forensic Experts, Essentials of documentation and record keeping, medical photography, preparing for cross examination strategies, depositions, arbitrations, and testifying in court. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Principles of Impairment Ratings and Forensic Reporting, Report writing, documentation, incorporating outcome assessments and disability instruments, the application of the AMA guidelines, and using modern guidelines and best practices. Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
Spine Research Institute of San Diego Annual Scientific Conference. A review of the entire year of scientific research and publication from clinical medicine and automotive safety engineering, as well as research coming directly from Spine Research Institute of San Diego and its research affiliate, the Center for Research into Automotive Safety and Health. In addition to the literature indexed by the National Library of Medicine, the conference reviews literature published in the Annual Association for the Advancement of Automotive Medicine (AAAM) Scientific Program, the Annual Conference of the International Research Council on the Biomechanics of Impact (IRCOBI), the Annual SAE Stapp Car Crash Conference (and SAE general publications), the Annual International Traffic Medicine Association (ITMA) Conference, and the Annual International Technical Conference on the Enhanced Safety of Vehicles (ESV). Spine Research Institute of San Diego, Coronado, California, 2018
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