Master the Advanced Orthogonal Technique
The Advanced Orthogonal Bootcamp returns for 2026—more comprehensive than ever. This immersive, hands-on training week is designed to refine your skills, expand your expertise, and deepen your mastery of the Advanced Orthogonal Technique.
Whether you're an experienced practitioner or just beginning your journey, this intensive program delivers the knowledge, tools, and real-world insights you need to provide exceptional care in your practice.
What Makes This Bootcamp Unique?
The Advanced Orthogonal Bootcamp is the only event that teaches the complete Advanced Orthogonal Technique in a single week—providing a fast track to mastery and preparing you for Advanced Orthogonal Certification.
This year's expanded curriculum includes specialty topics designed to enhance both your clinical expertise and practice success:
- Upper Cervical Neurology — Deeper insights into the neurological impact of Advanced Orthogonal care
- Updated Concussion Management Protocols — Cutting-edge strategies for addressing post-concussion syndromes with precision
- Complex Case Management — Techniques for tackling challenging patient scenarios with confidence
- Communication Training — Skills to connect with patients effectively, improve compliance, and build trust
- Business Mastery — Actionable strategies for marketing, patient retention, and financial growth
- You'll also train at four exceptional clinics throughout the Tampa Bay area, each offering a unique perspective on how the Advanced Orthogonal Technique can be applied across different office settings and business models.
What You'll Learn
A transformative week of training that equips you to master the Advanced Orthogonal Technique:
- Day 1: Upper cervical philosophy, detailed anatomy, and neurology. Precision X-ray placement techniques.
- Day 2: X-ray analysis for cervical views, 20/20 software application, and adjustment vector calculations.
- Day 3: Cervical biomechanics and subluxation patterns. Translating vectors into precise table placements.
- Day 4: Post-X-ray analysis, advanced table modifications, and special topics. Observe expert clinicians in action.
- Day 5: Comprehensive reviews, clinical case management strategies, and focused hands-on practice.
Who Should Attend?
- Experienced doctors looking to refine their technique
- Newcomers ready to learn the Advanced Orthogonal procedure from the ground up
- Students actively pursuing Advanced Orthogonal training
Why Attend?
- Hands-On Training — Real-time feedback from top instructors
- Diverse Perspectives — See how different clinics implement the technique for exceptional results
- Expert Guidance — Learn from leaders in the field with insights you can apply immediately
- Professional Community — Connect with practitioners dedicated to excellence in patient care
TRAINING LOCATION
The 2026 Bootcamp is held across four exceptional clinics in the Tampa Bay area, each offering a unique perspective on how the Advanced Orthogonal Technique can be applied in practice.
Pierce Clinic of Chiropractic — St. Petersburg, FL Hosted by Dr. G. Stanford Pierce Sr., a pioneer in the Advanced Orthogonal Technique. This clinic showcases a legacy of clinical excellence and innovation.
Dr. Ngo Chiropractic — Largo, FL Experience the patient-centered approach of Dr. Duyen Ngo, emphasizing adaptability and individualized care.
Cerebral Chiropractic Center — St. Petersburg, FL Explore applications of Advanced Orthogonal in complex cases with Dr. Chris Slininger, a leader in neurological health optimization.
Neuroplasticity St. Pete — St. Petersburg, FL Dive into the integration of functional neurology and advanced imaging techniques with Dr. Josh Silver at this state-of-the-art facility.
AGENDA
MONDAY, JUNE 22, 2026
Pierce Clinic of Chiropractic
| TIME | TOPIC |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Breakfast |
| 9:00-9:30 AM | Intro/ UC History |
| 9:30-10:30 AM | UC Rationale/ Cartesian Coordinate System |
| 10:30-11:30 AM | UC Anatomy |
| 11:30-12:30 PM | UC Neurology |
| 12:30-2:00 PM | Lunch |
| 2:00-3:00 PM | Examination & Pierce Maneuver |
| 3:00-5:00 PM | Xray Positioning Basics |
| 5:00-6:30 PM | Practical/ Student Xray |
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
Dr. Ngo Chiropractic
| TIME | TOPIC |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Breakfast & Review Quiz/ Discussion |
| 9:00-9:30 AM | Analyzing the Frontal Xray (Lecture) |
| 9:30-10:00 AM | Analyzing the Horizontal Xray (Lecture) |
| 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | Analyzing the Axial Xray (Lecture) |
| 10:30-11:00 AM | Dimensional Transpositioning |
| 11:00-12:00PM | Genetic Aberrancy |
| 12:00-12:30PM | Final Vectors/ Putting it All Together |
| 12:30-2:00 PM | Lunch |
| 2:00-2:30PM | Marking Analysis Landmarks (TP/ Mandible/ Mastoid) |
| 2:30-5:30PM | Practical/ Student Xray Analysis |
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026
PIERCE CLINIC OF CHIROPRACTIC
| TIME | TOPIC |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Breakfast & Review Quiz/ Discussion |
| 9:00-10:00 AM | Cervical Biomechanics |
| 10:00-11:00AM | Subluxation Patterns |
| 11:00-12:00PM | 4 Factor Table Placement & Mastoid Support |
| 12:00-1:30PM | Lunch |
| 1:30-2:00 PM | Factors 1&2: Headpiece Height and Angle |
| 2:00-2:30 PM | Factors 3&4: Shoulder Placement S-I/ A-P |
| 2:30-3:00 PM | Lunch |
| 3:00-3:30 PM | Setting the Y & Z Vectors, Negative Z |
| 3:30-4:30 PM | Y-Template/Intro to Laser |
| 4:30-6:00 | Table Placement Practical |
THURSDAY, JUNE 25, 2026
NEUROPLACTICITY ST. PETE
| TIME | TOPIC |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Breakfast & Review Quiz/ Discussion |
| 9:00-12:00PM | Clinical Observations/X-Ray Positioning Practice |
| 12:00-1:30 PM | Lunch |
| 1:30-5:00 PM | Full Case Practical/ Clinical Observations |
| 5:00-6:00PM | Special Topic (Headaches) |
FRIDAY, JUNE 26, 2026
CEREBRAL CHIROPRACTIC CENTER
| TIME | TOPIC |
|---|---|
| 8:30-9:00 AM | Breakfast & Review Quiz/ Discussion |
| 9:00-9:30 AM | Review/ Q&A |
| 9:30-10:00 AM | Patient Experience/ Finalizing the Results |
| 10:00-11:00AM | Post Xray Interpretation |
| 11:00-12:00PM | Post Adjustment Reasoning |
| 12:00-1:30PM | Lunch |
| 1:30-2:30 PM | Special Topic (Vestibular Neuro) |
| 2:30-3:30 PM | Special Topic (CSF Dynamics) |
| 3:30-4:30PM | Marking Analysis Landmarks (TP/ Mandible/ Mastoid) |
| 4:30-6:00PM | Practical/ Student Xray Analysis |
SPEAKERS
Our speaker lineup features leaders, innovators, and top contributors to the upper cervical field—both within chiropractic and from allied disciplines. Together, they bring forward groundbreaking insights, advanced clinical strategies, and fresh perspectives that will challenge, inspire, and equip you to elevate your practice.
Dr. Chris Slininger, DC, DCCJP
Executive Director of the Advanced Orthogonal Institute, national speaker, and leader in the Upper Cervical field in brain health and optimization. Dr. Slininger is helping Upper Cervical Care pierce into untapped markets for global impact.
Dr. Jeff Fowler DC, BCAO
Board of directors of the Advanced Orthogonal Institute and Senior technique instructor. Dr. Fowler brings a wealth of knowledge in both patient care and precision.
Dr. Nick Schar
Board of Directors of the Advanced Orthogonal Institute and Senior Techniue Instructor. Dr. Schar has spearheaded CBCT integration into the Advanced Orthogonal technique and trained many of the next generation of Advanced Orthogonists.
Dr. Josh Silver, DC, DACNB
A top-tier Upper Cervical doctor, AdvO nstructor, and Functional Neurologist. Dr. Silver has taught dozens of Upper Cervical doctors and students nationally on techniques to integrate Upper Cervical Care and Functional Neurology in the everyday U.C. practice.
CONTINUING EDUCATION
This year’s Bootcamp has applied for Continuing Education credit through Sherman College of Chiropractic. The list of state approvals is currently in process and will be updated as each state verifies its approval. Submission of your CE credits is included with your registration.
STUDENT & FACULTY SPECIAL
We deeply value the commitment students make to pursue advanced training in upper cervical chiropractic. We know the sacrifices you make to attend events like this, and we recognize the enormous value of early exposure to precision-based care. The earlier you begin training in Advanced Orthogonal, the longer you have to refine your skills and the more prepared you'll be when it's time to launch your career. To show our support, we're offering students half off registration at $997.
We also support the faculty who guide and mentor students on campus. By partnering with chiropractic colleges and inviting faculty to train with us at no charge, we help ensure that students have knowledgeable support as they continue developing their skills after the bootcamp.
MEMBERS REGISTER FREE
Membership at the Advanced Orthogonal Institute unlocks immediate value for only $997/year—a small investment that pays off big. Your membership includes full registration for the Annual Conference, priority CE credit submissions, voting rights, eligibility for board service, a listing in our doctor directory for patient visibility, and substantial discounts on all AOI training events. Members receive $600 off Bootcamp registration.
Become a member today and step into ownership of your training, your network, and the future of Advanced Orthogonal care.
REGISTRATION
Bootcamp registration is handled through Eventbrite for your convenience. If you are not an AOI member, please select DC Registration. Students should select Student Registration.. As always, full-time chiropractic college faculty may register free of charge.
Secure your registration today and be part of the most robust Advanced Orthogonal event of the year.