Elise G. Hewitt, DC, DICCP, FICC

An internationally recognized speaker, author and leader in the specialized field of chiropractic pediatrics, Dr. Hewitt’s unique combination of clinical knowledge, dynamic speaking style and leadership experience give her lectures a distinctive flair. As she entertains and educates her audiences, blending research with clinical pearls, Dr. Hewitt helps young doctors comfortably treat and interact with the youngest members of our society.

Dr. Hewitt is Board Certified in Chiropractic Pediatrics and is a Craniosacral Therapist. An alumnus of the University of Colorado, she has been in private practice since graduating Summa Cum Laude from University of Western States College of Chiropractic in 1988. In her waiting-list pediatrics-only practice, Dr. Hewitt specializes in the care of infants

Dr. Hewitt served as president of the American Chiropractic Association’s (ACA) Pediatrics Council for ten years. Believing patient care comes before politics, she is a founding member of both the ACA Pediatrics Council and the Pediatrics Council of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA).

Dr. Hewitt is an adjunct professor at the University of Western States’ College of Chiropractic, a member of the prestigious NCMIC Speakers’ Bureau and a member of the Editorial Board for the Journal of Chiropractic Medicine (JCM). In addition, she served on the Board of Directors for the multidisciplinary Integrative Pediatrics Council (IPC).

Dr. Hewitt has published numerous papers in the scientific literature and is a co-author of the “Chiropractic” chapter in Integrative Pediatrics, part of Andrew Weil’s Integrative Medicine textbook series. Dr. Hewitt lectures at the post-graduate level nationally and internationally, educating chiropractors about the finer points of pediatrics, and educating pediatricians and other allied practitioners about the role chiropractic in pediatric healthcare. Her dynamic yet approachable style and well-organized presentations make her an audience favorite.

Dr. Hewitt was honored to be named Pediatric Chiropractor of the Year in 2019 and as well as Oregon’s 2016 Chiropractor of the Year. She received the 2017 Rising Star Award from the APHA Chiropractic Section. In recognition of her service to and achievement within the chiropractic profession, Dr. Hewitt has been elected as a Fellow into the International College of Chiropractors (FICC). Dr. Hewitt believes no single practitioner holds the key to a child’s health and we best serve our patients by working together to optimize the health and well-being of children.

NCMIC Seminar Topics:

• Chiropractic Comanagement of Infants with Suboptimal Breastfeeding
• Chiropractic Management of Common Pediatric Sports Injuries and Extremity Conditions
• Cranial Techniques for Infants and Children
• In-office Chiropractic Management of the Post Concussive Child
• Management of Pediatric Otitis Media
• Management of Pediatric Asthma
• Pediatric History-Taking and Physical Assessment
• Pediatric Technique
• Spinal Adjusting Techniques for the Pediatric Patient
• Chiropractic Management of Congenital Torticollis
• Chiropractic Management of Pediatric Reflux and GERD