In this episode of The Informed Chiropractor, host Dr. Don McDonald interviews Dr. Whitney Wihlidal, a seasoned chiropractor with over 24 years of experience practicing in Orillia, Ontario. Dr. Willedahl shares an in-depth look at his career, starting from his initial encounter with chiropractic during his university years, his decision to pursue a chiropractic career, and the subsequent steps that led to him owning a successful practice. Throughout the interview, Dr. Wihlidal emphasizes the importance of community involvement, investing in personal and professional development, and the significant role that applying the polyvagal theory has played in enhancing his chiropractic techniques and patient communication. He also reflects on the learnings from diversifying into property and the strategic decisions that have fueled continuous growth in his practice, ultimately offering valuable insights for both emerging and established chiropractors.

02:46 Dr. Whitney’s Journey into Chiropractic

05:53 The Impact of Chiropractic on Health

07:08 Transition to Chiropractic School

10:59 Starting a Chiropractic Practice

14:14 Transitioning to a New Practice Location

16:53 Growing a Chiropractic Practice

17:42 The Power of Community in Chiropractic Practice

17:53 The Importance of Involvement in Local Sports

18:10 The Role of Chiropractic in Family Health

18:19 The Impact of Community Engagement on Patient Acquisition

18:45 The Power of Personal Connection in Chiropractic

19:41 The Value of Face-to-Face Interaction in Chiropractic

20:05 The Evolution of Business Cards in Chiropractic

21:11 The Integration of Polyvagal Theory in Chiropractic

21:28 The Journey of Understanding the Polyvagal Theory

23:32 The Power of Polyvagal Theory in Patient Communication

29:02 The Lessons from Business Ventures Outside Chiropractic

29:30 The Importance of Investing in Yourself as a Chiropractor

35:02 The Power of Chiropractic in Health and Healing

36:15 Closing Thoughts and Reflections