Northeast Spotlights

Why Northeast

The Northeast community is filled with passionate people who strive to impact not only the future of healthcare, but also those who follow in their footsteps. Students, alumni, faculty and staff support and encourage each other as they work to achieve their goals. Read their stories to see how their dedication to transforming lives and seeing one another succeed gives Northeast its unique atmosphere.

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Students

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“I think the most rewarding thing we live for as doctors is to see positive patient progress.”
Jess Huck
(D.C. '23)
My Story
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The chiropractic program at Northeast is incredibly challenging in many ways.
Chelsea Shultis
(D.C. '22)
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I am eager to become a doctor of chiropractic and ultimately pursue a role as a professor in anatomy and physiology.
Fawod Majidi
(D.C. '22, M.S. '22)
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Northeast’s philosophy of pursing optimal health immediately struck my attention. It correlates profoundly with my own philosophy, not only in healthcare and my future as a chiropractor, but also in my own life.
Rhiannon Kearns
(D.C. '22)
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The first time I took it was like reading a dictionary and now it's like reading a book.
Erin Hayden
(D.C. '23)
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Alumni

Dr. Ventimiglia speaking at a podium
“Dr. Ventimiglia’s career and dedication to our profession is one that should be celebrated and emulated.”
Dr. Thomas Ventimiglia
(D.C. ’80)
My Story
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From the moment I stepped foot on campus I felt like this was the best place and environment for me to thrive.
Leonel Awokang
(D.C. '22)
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I am grateful for this program.
Joesph Muldoon
(M.S. '17)
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Go in and be confident with yourself. Make sure you are following your own goals and thoughts.
Frankie Donovan
(D.C. '22)
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I would definitely rate my experience at Northeast College an 'A.' It truly was everything I wanted out of the program.
Laura Devine
(M.S. '21)
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Dr. Zumpano in a classroom instructing students

Faculty & Staff

Dr. Zumpano in a classroom instructing students
“Ever better, ever forward. We are always looking to improve learning for the student.”
Dr. Michael Zumpano
professor, director of anatomy center and Anatomical Gift Program
My Story
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I benefited from the positive interactions with my instructors, the close-knit campus community, and the various learning opportunities that were available.
Dr. Brett Carnevale
Assistant professor & department chair
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Volunteer at events, attend seminars, make connections. It will be so much easier for you to be involved in the future as a chiropractor!
Dr. Jose Balseca
Instructor
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The definition of chiropractic is ‘done by hand.’ We’re one of the few professions where we still use our hands as our main tools, both for diagnostic and for treatment purposes.
Dr. Timothy Whiting
Instructor / Faculty Clinician
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There is room for creativity and innovation at Northeast, a chance to provide students with a blend of real-world experience and the needed tools for success.
Ms. Melissa E. Murphy
Program Director, Bachelor of Science in health care administration
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