JAMES M. BARRASS, B.Sc., D.C.

CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN

Curriculum Vitae

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
	2007 – Present North Ranch Chiropractic Center Westlake Village, CA Chiropractor
	2000 – 2006 Alliance of Body and Mind, Inc. Gainesville, FL Co-founder & Chiropractic Physician n Provide physical evaluations and treatment for individuals with a wide variety of healthcare needs: Spinal, Nutritional, Sports, Pediatric, Elder Care and PI. n BodyMind Evaluations and treatment – NET (Neuro Emotional Technique) n Provide nutritional testing & counseling for individuals with organic, metabolic & musculoskeletal conditions & glandular therapy for endocrine disorders. n Provide Wellness Life-Style healthcare classes to patients, their families and community service organizations. n Florida Licensed Chiropractic Physician # CH003374 since May 1980.
	1980 – 2000 Gainesville Chiropractic Clinic Gainesville, Fl. Founder, Clinical Director & Owner n Employed & coordinated the practices of two associate chiropractors, one radiographic technician, one examination tech and 8 staff members. n Provided chiropractic care, physical therapy and nutritional counseling to patients n Provided rehabilitative exercise programs for injured patients. n Conducted in-house classes on health care.
Professional Education
	1995 – 2009 300+ hours of nutritional training 1984 – 1987 Postgraduate Diplomat Program in Orthopedics n Sponsored by the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic n 300 hours of training resulting in Board Eligibility Status 1975 – 1980 Los Angeles College of Chiropractic Los Angeles, CA n Doctorate of Chiropractic n Graduated Cum Laude 1968 – 1972 Acadia University Nova Scotia, Canada n Bachelor of Science n Major: Biology ^■ Minor: Biochemistry

CONTINUING EDUCATION

n I have been studying and utilizing Applied Kinesiology in my daily evaluation

and treatment of patients for 20 years.

n I am currently involved in self study regarding the field of Immunology and

advanced medical nutritional therapies.

n In 2000 I was trained in Neuro Emotional Technique (NET) which assists with

the removal of

physical and physiological effects created by

unresolved emotional blocks.

n Studied 288 post graduate hours in 2006 – 2007 to reactivate my CA license.

SEMINAR INSTRUCTOR

n I have conducted Applied Kinesiology seminars for Massage Therapists.

n This course is registered with the state of Florida and provides 16 required CEUs,

Continued Educational Units, for those therapists who attend.

n Power Point Classes I developed for patients and community include:

Natural Pain Control: Chiropractic, Nutritional & Acupoint Reduction

Hypoglycemia ~ Diabetes & Energy Balance

Enhancing Immunity and Eliminating Allergies

Fatigue: The Adrenals, Stress and Excess Cortisol ~ Natural Solutions

Hormone Replacement Therapy ~ au Natural

Solving the Cholesterol Dilemma ~ Naturally

The Thyroid ~ Natural Solutions

Multiple Chemical Sensitivities ~ Treatment Choices

Energy Production Pathways within the Body

The Steroid Family ~ Oh What Fun

The Prostate: BPH and How to Naturally Normalize

Resolving Sleep Issues Naturally

Digestive Issues Removed: GERD, Gastric Reflux, IBS, etc.

Heavy Metal Toxicity – Diagnosis and Elimination

PRACTICE SPECIALITIES ~ Nutritional/Glandular Solutions

Thyroid Disorders

Adrenal Fatigue

Menstrual Disorders

Menopause Without Medicine

Estrogen Dominance

Increased Energy Production

Neurotransmitter Production Naturally

INTERESTS

n I enjoy the beach and swimming, playing racquetball, walking in mountains,

listening to exceptional music and learning more.

n I am fascinated by the human body and enjoy being an avid reader of articles

& books related to a variety of different medical specialties, including

immunology, endocrinology but especially nutritional therapeutics.