High Praise for Northeast Community at NYSCA Convention, College President Receives Distinguished Service Award
Northeast College of Health Sciences was prominently recognized at the New York State Chiropractic Association (NYSCA) Spring 2026 Convention, including multiple members of the College community receiving top honors.
The NYSCA convention, held in conjunction with the Connecticut Chiropractic Association, took place April 17–19, 2026, at Mohegan Sun Casino and Hotel in Uncasville, Connecticut. Eight Northeast chiropractic students and two faculty members attended the weekend of educational and social events, which brought together professionals and students from across New York state for learning, connection and professional development. The program featured a student-doctor panel on real-world practice insights, 16 hours of continuing education and multiple opportunities for networking.
During the event, Northeast College President Dr. Michael Mestan was awarded a Commendation for Distinguished Service, while Northeast Levittown Health Center Clinician and Assistant Professor Dr. Lloyd Kupferman earned the Lifetime Achievement Award.
Additional Northeast honorees included Kaila Markland (D.C. ’26), immediate past Student NYSCA chapter president, who received the Student Leadership Award; alumna Abigail Riutta (D.C. ’25), who was recipient of the New Practitioner Award; and alumnus James Walters (D.C. ’19), who was named Chiropractor of the Year.
About NYSCA
The New York State Chiropractic Association (NYSCA) is a statewide professional organization representing chiropractic physicians and colleagues across New York. Through advocacy, education and collaboration, NYSCA works to promote, advance and protect the chiropractic profession, including monitoring legislation and supporting efforts to expand practice rights.
Northeast College of Health Sciences maintains a strong partnership with NYSCA, including an active Student NYSCA Chapter, reflecting the College’s ongoing commitment to supporting the profession and its future practitioners.