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I am a proud graduate of the Post Graduate and State approved certification in Veterinary Spinal Manipulation at the Healing Oasis. The school and staff have credentials that are unquestionably superior to any other similar facility in the United States.

Dr. Kevin Jones IL

I chose to attend the VSMT program at The Healing Oasis based upon both the impeccable reputation of the school as well as the multiple credentials earned there.

Dr. Stephanie Boehm IL

When I was researching which school to attend for chiropractic/VSMT training, every veterinary chiropractor I spoke with put the Healing Oasis as the number one choice. When I fully understood the level of credentials and accreditation, there was no question which school I wanted to attend.

Dr. Paul Wittke IN

The course met and exceeded all of my expectations. No other rehabilitation course in the United States is accredited or able to honor veteran's benefits. I feel privileged to have completed the course and plan to attend additional courses in the future.

Dr. Holly Landes GA

The Healing Oasis Wellness Center's credentials significantly exceeded all other programs in Veterinary Spinal Manipulation Therapy. The school provides a comprehensive program that deserves their reputation in providing education and certification in VSMT.

Dr. Jennifer Brown DACVS, DACVSMR — FL

The VSMT training was a rigorous review of the relevant anatomy and a fantastic expansion of neurology. Dr. Rivera is uncompromising in his quest to graduate capable and informed practitioners of this healing art. It was a challenging, intense, and rewarding odyssey.

Dr. Cecille O'Brien Greenleaf CA

This program's success and reputation through various veterinary professionals was the reason I attended. The program was excellent, organized, and informative. I have and will continue to recommend this program to colleagues seeking education in this aspect of veterinary medicine.

Dr. Jennifer Taintor MS, DACVIM, DACVSMR — AL

Without hesitation, I wanted my certification from Healing Oasis. With top-notch instructors who are the pioneers in the veterinarian and human chiropractic fields, why would I want to go anywhere else? I am proud of my education and recommend this program to all.

Dr. Sarah Urban PA

Since graduating from the VMRT program, I appreciate more and more the ability to draw on the standing of Healing Oasis' academic recognition. I can say, without qualification, that the program delivered on its promise of high academic standards.

Dr. Daniel Halden PA

I was referred by other veterinarians who stated the program changed the way they approached every case. The fact that Healing Oasis is accredited by numerous governing bodies is a further testament to the quality of the program.

Dr. Amy Wong PA

I evaluated multiple curriculums when I decided to pursue veterinary spinal manipulation. The Healing Oasis was the obvious choice for its didactic approach, instructor qualifications, accreditation status, and great reputation. After completing the course, I truly appreciate the professionalism of each instructor.

Dr. Jennie Killian MI

Dr. Rivera and the other instructors are very knowledgeable, easy to work with, and are dedicated to each student comprehending the material and being competent in VSMT at the end of the course. I enjoyed learning VSMT and incorporating it into my practice.

Dr. Deborah Grude IL

My clients repeatedly inform me that I know more and do more with their animals than their previous animal chiropractors — and obtain quicker and better results. Thank you to The Healing Oasis for molding me into the very best animal chiropractor I could be.

Dr. Erin McQueen WI

I enjoyed the education so much that I was inspired to pursue a diplomate in neurology. Dr. Pedro and the instructors did a wonderful job ensuring we could communicate effectively about animal chiropractic to professional peers and the public alike.

Dr. Kerri Lockwood MN

A well designed course with a great group of caring and professional instructors who truly cared that we understood the material — not only how, but why. The hands-on time was very valuable, and though the testing was intense, you knew the material when you completed the course.

Dr. Nancy Peterson IA

The neurology alone was far beyond anything I was taught in veterinary school. The program was tough, but comprehensive; detail oriented, but also fair. Upon graduation, I was completely capable of providing the best care to my patients — and in the end, that is what matters most.

Dr. Laureen Bartfield NC

I received an excellent education from the Healing Oasis — it gave me a great foundation in veterinary health care and helped to further build my human practice as well. I can't wait to learn more.

Dr. Jamie Mabeus WI

Now that I have completed the program, there is constantly homework with each case I see for VSMT and the work continues to be challenging. But I am able to rise to each challenge because of the reward in the results I am seeing. I love being able to fix things without sending home a pill.

Dr. Kate Carlson WI

Competency is a requirement of graduation, and is ensured by rigorous training provided by faculty with excellent qualifications, knowledge base, and teaching styles.

Dr. Ann Seedfelt MN

This course is great for integrating musculoskeletal and neurological problems and coming up with a plan to treat a patient. Dr. Rivera and the instructors are proud of their students and want to produce practitioners they would readily recommend.

Phillip Topham, DVM, MS Mantua, OH

Excellent one-on-one attention, tons of hands-on time — I would highly recommend this program! One of my friends asked if I would do it again. I told him to get himself in the program and to tell me. Absolutely, it is worth the effort.

Dr. Dawn VandeCastle Markesan, WI

Finally, a teaching program that addresses the WHY of VSMT as opposed to merely the how — one that focuses attention on the individual student, encouraging each one to graduate with maximum technical skills and an all-encompassing knowledge of how VSMT affects the whole body.

Dr. Sue Ann Lesser South Huntington, NY

The HOWC–VSMT program changed the way that I practice — now 50% of my work is VSMT related — and has brought back joy to my work.

Dr. Dennis Ostrander Forest Lake, MN

For the past few years, my chiropractic colleagues have asked where I got my VSMT training. I explain that the only school they should consider is the Healing Oasis. The student–teacher ratio is often 3:1, so everyone gets tons of hands-on experience and no one slips through the cracks.

Dr. Josee Gerard Province of ON

I started this program with what I thought was an understanding of chiropractic. After completing it, I understand how powerful chiropractic medicine truly is and feel an excitement I have never had before. I would highly recommend this program to anyone.

Dr. Seth Nelson MN

The course at the Healing Oasis was touted as the best in the country — and it turned out to be true. Given its State and national accreditation recognized by the U.S. Dept. of Education, I couldn't see myself going anywhere else.

Dr. James Carlson OH

A unique approach that is truly functional in explaining why VSMT works. The class work and hands-on experience build off each other, often creating "aha" moments. I only wish I had learned this 10 years ago.

Dr. Michael Fulgione WI

The Healing Oasis Spinal Manipulative program is the most intensive and best CE I have ever participated in. Strong scientific support was presented for core concepts, and small laboratory groups assured all students were able to perform therapies in a competent manner.

Dr. Jason Fusco DACVS — New York

I have been integrating spinal manipulation into my western medicine lameness evaluations and have been able to help animals that orthopedic specialists couldn't help. The course has allowed me to be a more complete practitioner, offering VSMT or acupuncture depending on what each case needs.

Dr. Susan Cechner IL

The program has a wonderful emphasis on the research and neurology behind Veterinary Spinal Manipulation. The more I practice, the more I want to learn. It is the best course out there if you want to truly understand the why.

Dr. Cara White MN

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VETERINARY MASSAGE & REHABILITATION THERAPY PROGRAM

To all applicants: The Healing Oasis Wellness Center attempts to offer the programs as announced. However, the HOWC reserves the right to adjust program faculty, location, dates, times, and tuition to accommodate unanticipated occurrences. The HOWC is not responsible for any cost/expenses incurred by registrants due to program adjustments or cancellations.

PLEASE NOTE:

We provide EXTENSIVE hands-on clinical learning under the supervision of experts (board-certified), residents, and outstanding faculty.
Species content (dogs and or horses) will be determined according to the student attendees’ preferences. For example, we can work on all dogs or a mixture of dogs & horses.
Please note that all clinical and practical work with therapeutic exercises is included in the program, and NO EXTERNAL (added) EXTERNSHIPS ARE REQUIRED (minimizing time away from your practice)!
All attendees also receive CE for attending the Modules. Current approvals include AHVMA (AVMA HOD recognized organization); Validated CE presented by an Accredited Institution accredited under the US Dept. of Education, AAVSB-RACE (ID#87-37619 for 54hrs), and the MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners.

WHAT LICENSED PROFESSIONALS ARE SAYING ABOUT THE POST-GRADUATE STATE-APPROVED CERTIFICATION PROGRAM: Post-Grad_Cert_VMRT_Program_Testimonials

If you are trying to make a decision, compare COST, TIME AWAY FROM YOUR PRACTICE, and, most importantly, the number of students allowed for the program (to provide an excellent student-to-instructor ratio during hands-on lab and clinical cases).

Dates for the Veterinary Massage and Rehab Therapy Program (NOTE: Tuition cost is $6,189.00.)

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VMRT Spring Class – 2025. This program consists of 142hrs of supervised instruction, divided into 4 [four] Modules. A minimum number of students must be met to hold the program.

Module I: Mar 13th – 16th, 2025
Module II: Apr 10th – 13th, 2025
Module III: May 15th – 18th, 2025
Module IV: June 5th – 8th, 2025

VMRT Semester Future Classes – This program consists of 142hrs of supervised instruction, divided into 4 [four] Modules. A minimum number of students must be met to hold the program. TBD

Module I:
Module II:
Module III:
Module IV:

Description:

A 142 hours Postgraduate State-Approved Certification Program is open to licensed veterinarians, licensed or certified veterinary technicians, licensed physical therapists, licensed nurses, licensed/certified massage therapists, or any other licensed healthcare professional. Length of the program: 4 (four) Modules (Thursday 8:00 AM until Sunday no later than 1:00 PM).

All successful graduates:

Will receive unlimited access to consultations with the program director
Will be listed in our “Find a Graduate/Alumni” section
Discount for CE seminars including our yearly conference

Faculty:

Teresa Calvert, DVM, CVSMT, CMRT
Amber Ihrke, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CVPP, CCRT, CVSMT (Senior Faculty)
Andris Kaneps, DVM, Ph.D., DACVS, DACVSMR (guest faculty speaker)
Rosemary LoGiudice, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT, CVSMT, FCoAC (Senior Faculty)
Julia Tomlinson, DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR, CVSMT
Deanne Zenoni, DVM, CVA, CSMT, CVMRT (Senior Faculty)
Michelle J. Rivera, MT, VDT, CVMRT (Program Director)
Pedro Luis Rivera, DVM, FACFN, DACVSMR, FCoAC (Program Director)

Cost of the VMRT Postgraduate State-Approved Certification Program: $6,189.00.
Form of payment: Check (no foreign checks) or money orders drawn on a US Bank account; cash or credit cards (MC / Visa).
*** Please note that there is a 3.5% charge for all CC transactions! ***

Please call the office for those who have successfully completed a postgraduate state-approved certification program in Veterinary Rehabilitation and would like to audit either Module I, II, or III.

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IDL – Hybrid VETERINARY SPINAL MANIPULATIVE

Description:

An Interactive Distance Learning (IDL) and face-to-face hybrid of 226 hours of Postgraduate Education Certification are open to licensed chiropractors and veterinarians in good standing with their respective licensing boards. Species: Small and Large Animals. Emphasis: Functional & Clinical Neurology. Length of the program: 5 modules divided into one off-campus (IDL) and four face-to-face Modules (Wednesday at 1:00 PM until Sunday at 1:00 PM). ****PLEASE TAKE NOTE: The first Module of the IDL-Hybrid program begins once you enter the Moodle student section.

Please note that all clinical and practical work is included in the program, and NO EXTERNAL (added) externship is required.

What does the IDL – Hybrid VSMT Course consist of?

Two hundred twenty-six hours (226) of supervised Education.
Supervised clinical hands-on practicums
The program is divided into one off-campus Module (IDL, which includes asynchronous prerecorded educational videos and synchronous educational scheduled Webinars) and two (2) face-to-face Modules. ****PLEASE TAKE NOTE: The first Module of the IDL-Hybrid program begins once you enter the Moodle student section.
Face-to-face Modules start on Wed at 1 PM until Sunday at 1 PM.
The total length of the program is five (5) Modules.
There is a maximum of twenty (20) students per class, and we will try to keep a maximum ratio of 3 or 4 (three or four) students to one (1) faculty for clinical hands-on practicums.
REMEMBER that, as a postgraduate program, the individual student must set time aside after each Module to study, practice, and integrate the presented information.
Each student must present two (2) cases in a SOAP format during Modules IV or V. Please consult your syllabus or the Main Catalog for further information.

PLEASE NOTE:

Species content includes both canine and equine.
Extensive clinical hands-on lab (well over 100 hours) under direct supervision.
The program provides an outstanding student-to-faculty ratio for a better learning experience.
Please note that ALL clinical and practical work is included in the program, and NO EXTERNAL (added) EXTERNSHIP IS REQUIRED (minimizing time away from your practice)!
ALL attendees will receive CE contact hours as approved by the AAVSB-RACE, AHVMA Co-sponsorship, MN Board of Chiropractic Examiners, and as validated CE contact hours by the US Dept. of Education.
As this program is an IDL-Hybrid (Interactive Distance Learning and face-to-face) postgraduate program, students will need access to a high-speed internet connection, as well as having their computer (with camera and microphone).

2025 VSMT Spring Class

Registration/Application Form: VSMT Application Form

Module I: (Off-Campus) Jan 8-12th, 2025
Module II: (On-Campus) Feb 5-9th, 2025
Module III: (On-Campus) Mar 5-9th, 2025
Module IV: (On-Campus) Apr 2-6th, 2025
Module V: (On-Campus) Apr 30-May 4th, 2025

2025 VSMT Fall Class
Registration/Application Form: VSMT Application Form (SCHEDULED DATES)

Module I: (Off-Campus) July 31-Aug 3rd, 2025
Module II: (On-Campus) Aug 27-31st, 2025
Module III: (On-Campus) Sept 24-28th, 2025
Module IV: (On-Campus) Oct 15-19th, 2025
Module V: (On-Campus) Nov 19-23rd, 2025

All successful graduates:

Receive unlimited access to consultations with the program director
Will be listed in our “Find a Graduate/Alumni” section
Will have access to the “ALUMNI” section of the VSMT postgraduate state-approved program, which contains all of the movies (explanations & techniques) seen during the program.
Receives a percentage discount for continuing education seminars, our yearly conference, and a 10% discount if they would like to send their veterinary associates or credentialled veterinary technicians to the VMRT Postgraduate Program.

Full-time faculty:

Rosemary LoGiudice, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT, CVSMT, FCoAC (Senior Faculty)
Lynne Dennis, DVM, CVA, FAAVA, CVSMT, CVMRT
Coralie Morauw, DVM, CVSMT
Kristina Mott, DVM, CVSMT, CVA, CCRT
Marcus Wisniewski, DVM, CVSMT, FCoAC
Carly Yaeger-Koykkari, DC, CVSMT
Deanne Zenoni, DVM, CVA, CVSMT, CVMRT
Michelle Rivera, MT, VDT, CVMRT (Program Director)
Pedro Luis Rivera, DVM, FACFN, DACVSMR, FCoAC (Program Director)

Some of the adjunct faculty:

Gregory Cramer, DC, Ph.D. -Professor of Basic Sciences (Anatomy), Professor and Dean of Research, National University of Health Sciences. Teaching since 2002!
Douglas Gould, Ph.D. – Chair of the Dept. of Foundational Medical Studies, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine
Stephanie Thomovsky, DVM, MS, DACVSIM (Neurology) – Clinical Associate Professor, Veterinary Neurology

Cost of the IDL-Hybrid VSMT program: $8,389.00

Form of payment: Check (no foreign checks) or money orders drawn on a US Bank account; cash or credit cards (MC / Visa).

*** Please note that there is a 3.4% charge for all CC transactions! ***

Some of the books that are used for the VSMT program include:

Miller’s Anatomy of the Dog. by Evans 4th Ed. Saunders
Veterinary Anatomy by Dyce and Sack 4th. Ed. Saunders
Nolte’s The Human Brain: An Introduction to its Functional Anatomy, 7th Ed., Vanderah, T & Gould D. editors
Basic Clinical Anatomy of the Spine, Spinal Cord, and ANS by Cramer, G., and Darby, S. 3rd Ed. Mosby
Fundamentals of Veterinary Neurology by Bagley, R.
Veterinary Neuroanatomy and Clinical Neurology by de LaHunta & Glass, 3rd Ed., Saunders / Elsevier
Foundations of Chiropractic – Subluxation by Gatterman, MI. 2nd. Ed., Elsevier/Mosby

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WAIVER DISCLAIMER For Licensed Non-Veterinary Professionals

All animals used during the hands-on lab have been given a second chance on life and come to us from abuse and neglect in return for their “new lease on life.” They help the student learn and understand the science and the compassion that we as professionals strive for.

‍To all applicants: The Healing Oasis Wellness Center attempts to offer the programs as announced. However, the HOWC reserves the right to adjust program faculty, location, dates, times, and tuition to accommodate unanticipated occurrences. The HOWC is not responsible for any cost/expenses incurred by registrants due to program adjustments or cancellations.

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