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.

Victoria Valdes speaking during event

Students

Victoria Valdes speaking during event
“Having a doctorate program such as this on Long Island allows students from the downstate region to have the opportunity to learn from this impactful degree.”
Victoria Valdes
(D.C. ’27)
My Story
Bridget Ivanyi posing near a garden on campus
The Northeast community is extremely welcoming and inclusive. My fellow students are constantly trying to help individuals in trimesters above and below them.
Bridget Ivanyi
(D.C. ’24)
Kayla Ens at Transitions Cermony
Being able to start learning how to adjust in our second trimester gave me more time to feel confident in my abilities as a clinician to recognize dysfunction in the spine and as an adjustor.
Kayla Ens
(D.C. '24)
Conner Buttry
Motivation is around every corner (at Northeast).
Conner Buttry
(D.C. '24)
Yashvi Limbasiya posing and smiling by a window
I love the environment of this college: the people, the professors, everyone pushing each other [to succeed]. No one wants to see anyone fail and that is a huge thing.
Yashvi Limbasiya
(D.C. ’25)
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Dr. Stephen Connor

Alumni

Dr. Stephen Connor
“What really drew me to Northeast was how well it prepared its graduates to write the Canadian Board Exams.”
Stephen Connor
(D.C. ’99)
My Story
Nathaniel Tuck
While all the other chiropractic programs I explored would have helped me become a solid chiropractor, I felt that Northeast gave me the additional opportunity to be the leader that I aspired to be.
Nathaniel Tuck
(D.C. ’24, BPS ’22)
Eina Kassab
We are constantly listening to feedback and addressing any questions or concerns students have to help bridge the gap between graduation and working in Canada.
Eina Kassab
(D.C. ’25, BPS ’23)
Dr. Hubley being recognized at a commencement ceremony
The rigorous and balanced curriculum and continuous encouragement from professors (at Northeast College) instilled endless awe and possibility in me.
Dr. Joanne Hubley
(D.C. ’99)
Dr. Kingsley Kabari
“Find what you are passionate about. And where your passion is, focus your energy there and everything will come together.”
Dr. Kingsley Kabari
(D.C. ’14)
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Dr. Scott Richards

Faculty & Staff

Dr. Scott Richards
“I have been searching for an academic home (Northeast College) that shares my passion for a patient-centric and student-centric mission.”
Dr. Scott Richards
Founder, Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Program
My Story
Dr. Fiona Jarrett-Thelwell
Our #NortheastBlue team is committed to the College’s mission, vision, and values,” she added. “Alumni chose to remain connected to the College and give back in any capacity.
Fiona Jarrett-Thelwell, D.C.
Professor
Kyle Hierholzer
Sports massage continues to be a growing reason many patients are seeking massage care.
Kyle Hierholzer
Instructor, Massage Therapy Certificate Program
Nikki Schwarz headshot
Everything done here is with the intent to make the Northeast College experience better for the students.
Nikki Schwarz
Assistant Director of Admissions
Nicole Miller
This is an exciting time for massage therapy. Our role in both wellness and healthcare is expanding; the time is perfect to start a new program that correlates with that expansion.
Nicole Miller
Massage therapy, program director
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