Charmaine Herman, B.A., B.S., M.A., D.C.

Charmaine A. Herman, D.C.
CONTACT
Charmaine.Herman@LIFE.edu
Life University – College of Chiropractic – Division of Clinical Sciences
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BIOGRAPHY
Education
D.C., Sherman College of Chiropractic, 2009
Graduate Certification in Women’s Studies, University of South Carolina, 2003
M.A., American History, University of South Carolina, 2002
B.S., Biology, University of South Carolina, 1992
B.A., Histroy, University of South Carolina 1991
Publications
2022 Herman, C. Student attitudes about incorporating diverse patients with associated health disparities in unfolding lab cases in a head and neck clinical case integration course. J Chiropr Educ 2022;00(0):000–000 DOI 10.7899/JCE-21-49. (Abstract)
2020 Herman C, Allen T. Resolution of Food Intolerances in a 24-Year-Old Male Undergoing Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care: A Case Report & Review of the Literature. J of Upper Cervical Chiropr Res. 2020 August 4:15-27.
Herman C, Van Brackle L, DeSousa-Williams N. Cultural competence in chiropractic education: a research study to evaluate the knowledge and perceptions about cultural competence in the Doctor of Chiropractic program at Life University. Platform and poster presentation abstracts. J Chiropr Edu. March 2020, Vol. 34, No. 1, pp. 95. (Abstract)
2019 Herman, C. Resolution of Neck Pain and Cervicogenic Vertigo in Patients Following Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Treatment to Correct Vertebral Subluxations: A Case Series. Proceedings of the 16th International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS): Philosophical, Theoretical and Practical Considerations of Vertebral Subluxation Correction Sherman College of Chiropractic Spartanburg, SC October 12-13, 2019. Journal of Philosophy, Principles & Practice of Chiropractic (Vol 19) January 6, 2020 Pages 35-76. (Abstract)
2018 Herman C. Harris J. Resolution of Neck Pain, Upper Extremity Paresthesia & Dysautonomia in a 46-year-old Female with Loss of Cervical Curve and Spinal Degeneration Using Blair Upper Cervical Technique: A Case Study & Review of the Literature. J of Upper Cervical Chiropr Res. 2018 July 9:26-32.
Herman C. Pitts M. Resolution of Neck Pain and Upper Extremity Paresthesia in a 28-year-old Male Following Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care to Reduce Vertebral Subluxation: A Case Study & Review of the Literature. J of Upper Cervical Chiropr Res. 2018 May 3:19-25.
2017 Herman C, Rallings A. Resolution of Cervicalgia Following Blair Upper Cervical Technique: A Case Study & Review of the Literature. J of Upper Cervical Chiropr Res. 2017 December 2:58-64.
2016 Herman C. Resolution of low back pain in an 8-year-old patient following Blair upper cervical chiropractic care: a case report. J of Upper Cervical Chiropr Res. 2016 July 28:24-30.
Herman C. Resolution of low back pain and gastro-esophageal reflux disease in a 29-year-old male patient following upper cervical chiropractic care: a case report. J Chiropr Edu. 2016 30(1):73. (Abstract)
2015 Herman C. The improvement of a 40-year-old male patient exhibiting anxiety and depression disorder following Blair upper cervical chiropractic care: a case study. 12th International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS) Sherman College of Chiropractic Spartanburg, SC October 10-11, 2015. A. Vertebral Subluxation Res. 2015 Nov 27:188-90. (Abstract)
Herman C, Amilcar C. Chiropractic management of an infant with paroxysmal tonic upgaze syndrome, congenital torticollis and upper cervical subluxation following birth trauma: a case report. J of Upper Cervical Chiropr Res. 2015 June 29:19-23.
Herman C. Resolution of low back pain in an 8-year-old patient following upper cervical chiropractic care: a case study. J Chiropr Edu. 2015 29(1):97. (Abstract)
Herman C. The effect of pediatric subluxation–based chiropractic care on a pediatric patient exhibiting paroxysmal tonic upgaze (PTU) and congenital torticollis: a case study. 11th Annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS) October 16-19, 2014. Sherman College of Chiropractic, Spartanburg, SC. A. Vertebral Subluxation Res. 2015 April 24:91. (Abstract)
2005 Flemming* CA. “Halle Berry”. Black Women in America Encyclopedia, 2nd Edition. Oxford University Press. 2005 (1):89-91.
Flemming* CA. “Eva Clayton”. Black Women in America Encyclopedia, 2nd Edition. Oxford University Press. 2005(1):269-71.
Flemming*, CA. “Phylicia Rashad”. Black Women in America Encyclopedia, 2nd Edition. Oxford University Press 2005(3):28-9.
2004 Flemming* CA. Whisper a prayer from my heart to God’s ears. Publish America Inc. 2004.
2002 Flemming* C. Her Story: the roles of free African-American women in antebellum Charleston, South Carolina, 1790-1860. University of South Carolina Press. 2002.
2000 Beaty VT, McFee W, Flemming* CA and Giffin, M. Comparative study of toxicity testing and macroinvertebrate assessment of petroleum storage and manufacturing site and receiving water. Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry. 2000 February 19 (2): 405–416.
*Maiden Name
Presentations
9/29/22 Herman, C. and Lavender, B. Cultural Competence and Chiropractic (4hr CE), Life University Vision Extravaganza, Marietta, GA Dr. Charmaine A. Herman, MA, DC 12 | P a g e
8/4/22 Herman, C. A Very Unexpected Surprise: My Research Journey. College of Chiropractic Faculty Research Talks. Life University. Marietta, GA.
6/11/22 Herman, C. Resolution of traumatic brain injury (TBI) related migraine headaches in in 24-year-old-female under Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care: A Case Report. ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care: The Forum 2022. Hilton Atlanta/Marietta Hotel & Conference Center. Marietta, GA.
12/4/21 Herman, C. Student attitudes about incorporating diverse patients with associated health disparities in unfolding lab cases in a head and neck clinical case integration course. Chiropractic Educators Research Forum (CERF) conference “Preparing for the Future: Diversity in Chiropractic Education.” Web Conference.
9/30/21 Blair UC Technique (4hr CE), Life University Vision Extravaganza, Marietta, GA
7/8/21 Herman, C. Cultural Competence in Chiropractic: A Journey. Women’s Advisory Council for Life University, Zoom webinar.
1/6/21 Herman, C. Cultural Competence in Chiropractic Education poster discussion. Life University Winter 2021 Faculty and Staff Development Program (FSDP), Marietta, GA
10/2/20 Herman, C. Resolution of neck pain and cervicogenic vertigo in patients following Blair Upper Cervical chiropractic treatment to correct vertebral subluxations: A case series. Blair UC Chiropractic Society National Conference, Margaritaville Resort, Orlando, FL (1 CE Hours)
3/3/20 Herman, C. Lunch and Learn: Cultural Competency and Its Application in DCP Courses, Life University Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Marietta, GA
2/26/20 Herman, C. Cultural Competency and Its Application at Life University, Life University Winter 2020 Week 7 Faculty and Staff Development Program (FSDP), Marietta, GA
2/18/20 Herman, C. Lunch and Learn: Rank and Promotion Dossier Preparation Tips and Tricks, Life University Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Marietta, GA
2/13/20 Herman, C. Lunch and Learn: Cultural Competency and Its Application in DCP Courses, Life University Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, Marietta, GA
1/9/20 Herman, C. Case Series Presented at 2019 IRAPS: Resolution of cervicalgia and cervicogenic vertigo following the Blair UC technique to correct vertebral subluxations, Life University Winter 2020 Faculty and Staff Development Program (FSDP), Marietta, GA
1/8/20 Herman, C. Cultural Competency and Its Application at Life University. Life University Winter 2020 Faculty and Staff Development Program (FSDP), Marietta, GA
10/18/19 Herman, C. Keynote Speaker at Life University Technique Summit and Philosophy Night. Life University. Marietta, GA
10/13/19 Herman, C. Resolution of neck pain and cervicogenic vertigo in patients following Blair Upper Cervical chiropractic treatment to correct vertebral subluxations: A case series. 16th Annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS). Sherman College of Chiropractic, Spartanburg, SC.
9/6/19 Herman, C. Panelist at The Upper Cervical Explosion. Life University, Marietta, GA
4/26/19 Herman, C. Women and Minorities in Chiropractic. WCCS Connection: A Feminine Expression of Chiropractic. Jerusalem Bakery, Marietta, GA
1/3/19 Herman, C. Case Study: Post-Concussion Syndrome Patient Improvements with Blair Upper Cervical Chiropractic Care. Faculty and Staff Development Program (FSDP) Winter 2019, Life University, Marietta, GA
11/6/18 Herman, C. Chiropractic and Stroke: New Developments. Lunch & Learn Presentation at the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. Life University, Marietta, GA.
10/12/18 Herman, C. New Direction in Research. 32nd Blair UC Chiropractic Society National Conference, Hilton Garden Hotel, Nashville, TN.
10/7/18 Herman, C. Improvement of post-concussion symptoms in a 55-year-old female patient following Blair Upper Cervical chiropractic treatments: A case study. 15th Annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS). Summit Pointe Conference Center, Spartanburg, SC.
6/22/18 Herman, C. Differentiating multiple complicated diagnoses in a 13-year-old female patient under Blair upper cervical chiropractic care: a case report. ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care Advances in Spinal Care Symposium. Loew’s Coronado Bay Resort. San Diego, CA.
5/22/18 Herman, C. Building Secure Blackboard Tests. Lunch & Learn Presentation at the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. Life University, Marietta, GA
4/20/18 Herman C. Blair Upper Cervical Technique. Life University Technique Summit and Philosophy Night. Life University, Marietta, GA.
4/17/18 Herman C. Journey of Women Luncheon Presenter. Life University, Marietta, GA
1/4/18 Herman C, Guagliardo J, Black M. Giving Students Feedback in the Clinics (Formative Assessment). Faculty and Staff Development Program (FSDP) Faculty Sessions. Winter 2018. Life University College of Chiropractic, Marietta, GA
10/7/17 Herman C. Resolution of low back pain and gastro-esophageal reflux disease in a 29-year-old male patient following upper cervical chiropractic care: a case report. 14th Annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS). Summit Pointe Conference Center, Spartanburg, SC
9/28/17 Herman C. Blair Upper Cervical Technique Life University Fall Celebration, Marietta, GA (4 CE Hours)
3/3/17 Herman C. Blair Upper Cervical Technique. Life University Technique Summit and Philosophy Night. Life University, Marietta, GA
11/16/16 Herman C. The Blair Upper Cervical Technique. Lunch & Learn Presentation at the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning. Life University, Marietta, GA
10/6/16 Herman C. Historical Perspective of the Blair Technique and how the scope of practice has changed for the incoming students. Blair UC Chiropractic Society National Conference, Crown Plaza, Atlanta GA (2 CE Hours)
8/8/16 Herman C. The League of Chiropractic Women and Student American Black Chiropractic Association Empowerment Brunch. Another Broken Egg Café -Vinings, Atlanta, GA
7/20/16 Herman C. The Blair Upper Cervical Technique in Practice and Academia. Lunch & Learn Presentation at the Center for Education, Teaching and Learning. Life Univeristy, Marietta, GA
4/30/16 Herman C. The Blair Technique in Practice and Academia. Sherman College of Chiropractic Lyceum speaker. Sherman College of Chiropractic, Spartanburg, SC (1 CE Hour)
4/23/16 Herman C. The Blair Technique. Student American Black Chiropractic Association Eastern Regional Conference. Life University, Marietta, GA
3/17-19/16 Herman C. Resolution of low back pain and gastro-esophageal reflux disease in a 29-year-old male patient following upper cervical chiropractic care: a case report. American College of Chiropractic Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC) 2016, Renaissance Sea World, Orlando, FL (Poster)
10/10/15 Herman C. Changes in anxiety and depression following Blair upper cervical chiropractic care. 12th Annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS), Sherman College of Chiropractic, Spartanburg, SC
10/1/15 Herman C. Herman, C. Resolution of low back pain in an 8-year-old patient following Blair upper cervical chiropractic care: a case study. Life University Fall Continuing Education, Marietta, GA (4 CE Hours)
3/19-21/15 Herman C. Resolution of low back pain in an 8-year-old patient following upper cervical chiropractic care: a case study. American College of Chiropractic Research Agenda Conference (ACC-RAC) 2015 at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas, NV (Poster)
10/19/14 Herman, C. The effect of pediatric subluxation–based chiropractic care on a pediatric patient exhibiting paroxysmal tonic upgaze (PTU) and congenital torticollis: a case study. 11th Annual International Research and Philosophy Symposium (IRAPS). Sherman College of Chiropractic, Spartanburg, SC
Full Professor - Rank and Promotion Achieved – Life University, College of Chiropractic, Marietta, GA.
Diversity Champion Award – Awarded by the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion recognizing 13 years of commitment to the Life University community as an executive member of the Diversity Committee promoting diversity, equity and inclusion through programs, workshops and activities.
Dedicated Service Award – recognition for 12-years of service to students at Life University by the Georgia Chiropractic Association, Diversity Committee, Student American Chiropractic Association
Life University Faculty Research Award – for chiropractic research publication and presentation
Vulcan Materials Company's Teaching Excellence Award -Recognizes an outstanding faculty member who demonstrates strong academic skills in the classroom and provides leadership and support in other areas of campus life. The recipient is a faculty member who assists the institution in nurturing an academic climate that fosters learning and provides leadership to enhance the campus community.
Life University Faculty Research Award – for chiropractic research publication and presentation
Faculty Excellence Award – Selected by Life University College of Chiropractic March 2020 Doctor of Chiropractic graduating class
Faculty Excellence Award – Selected by Life University College of Chiropractic December 2019 Doctor of Chiropractic graduating class
Faculty Excellence Award – Selected by Life University College of Chiropractic September 2019 Doctor of Chiropractic graduating class
2019 Upper Cervical Researcher of the Year – awarded by the ICA Council on Upper Cervical Care at Advances in Spinal Care Symposium – Denver, Colorado
Life University Faculty Research Award – for chiropractic research publications and presentations
Associate Professor - Rank and Promotion Achieved – Life University, College of Chiropractic, Marietta, GA.
Faculty Excellence Award – Selected by Life University College of Chiropractic September 2018 Doctor of Chiropractic graduating class
Life University Faculty Research Awards – for chiropractic research platform presentation at IRAPS 2017 and published article. Life University, Marietta, GA
2017-2018 Student Club Adviser of the Year – Life University, Marietta, GA
CETL Brightee Award Winner Winter 2018 - For integration of Blackboard quizzes and the testing center to conduct secure, and weekly IRAT assessments. Life University Center for Teaching and Learning, Marietta, GA Dr. Charmaine A. Herman, MA, DC 3 | P a g e
2018 Top Atlanta Chiropractors – Awarded to chiropractors in the Atlanta area based for exceptional service determined by votes from patients and colleagues. Atlanta Magazine, Atlanta, Georgia
OSRSA Research Grant Award Recipient ($30, 614) – Life University Office of Sponsored Research and Scholarly Activity award for the two-year project, “Educating the 21st Century Doctor of Chiropractic”
Life University Faculty Research Award – for chiropractic research publication
Blair Upper Cervical Society Chiropractor of the Year 2016
Recognition by the William G. Blair Chiropractic Society for contributions to research and the growth of the Blair Upper Cervical chiropractic technique at Life University by establishing a Blair UC technique elective in the College of Chiropractic curriculum
Life University Faculty Research Award – for chiropractic research poster presentation at ACC-RAC, Life University, Marietta, GA
Life University Faculty Research Award – for chiropractic research publication and poster presentation at ACC-RAC, Life University, Marietta, GA
9/28/19-pres Bronze and Silver Award Mentor. Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta
- Help Bronze or Sliver Award candidates select project
- Help candidates develop project goals
- Help candidates organize and implement project
3/31/17-pres President /Founder, North Georgia Black Healthcare Professionals Network (NGBHPN), Alpharetta, GA
- To provide an educational network for Black health professionals from various disciplines to work together for the betterment of North Georgia residents
- To establish a referral network for health professionals in the North Georgia community
- To establish a website and web presence (http://www.ngbhpn.org) for individuals seeking Black health professionals in North Georgia
1/31/15 Participant, Arabia Mountain High School Health and Wellness Expo, Lithonia, GA
4/26/14 Participant, Arabia Mountain High School Health and Wellness Expo, Lithonia, GA
6/10-pres Family and Community Outreach Committee, Chairperson –Abundant Life International Ministries, Alpharetta, GA
- Organized financial, childcare, and transportation assistance for displaced families in Alpharetta, GA area
- Provided transportation for individuals released from incarceration to travel to employment
- Provided financial assistance and job placement assistance to unemployed head of household