Dr. Claus received her B.A. in psychology from the University of California, Riverside, and earned her M.S. in human development and a Master’s level certification in early childhood education from Pacific Oaks College in Pasadena, Calif. Claus earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCCLA) and completed her fellowship in chiropractic pediatrics with the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. She also completed the Chiropractic Neurology Diplomate program through the Carrick Institute, and is board eligible in Chiropractic Neurology.

Claus joined the faculty of CCCLA in 1989, team-teaching Chiropractic Philosophy I and II with Dr. Carl S. Cleveland Jr., and later with Dr. Carl S. Cleveland III. She currently serves as the Chair of the Chiropractic Sciences Department and an Academic Officer of Cleveland Chiropractic College International/Japan. Claus taught the first-ever relicensing seminar for U.S. licensed D.C.s in Osaka, Japan, in 2005 and again in 2006. She has been a member, and a secretary to the Panel of Advisors to the American Chiropractic Association Council on Technique, and for the Technique Consortium of the Association of Chiropractic Colleges. She has authored a Thompson Technique Manual and reviews of chiropractic technique textbooks. She has co-authored a paper on Full Spine Specific Technique and a chapter on Adjusting the Aging Patient in a chiropractic textbook.

 

In addition to Chiropractic Philosophy I and II she has also taught Full Spine Specific technique, Thompson Technique, Graston Technique, History of Chiropractic & Technique Systems, and Chiropractic Applications. Professional interests include the somatovisceral aspects of chiropractic, the geriatric, autistic and cerebral palsy patients’ response to chiropractic, as well as chiropractic history and chiropractic philosophy. Her personal interests include esoteric healing philosophy, travel, photography and making greeting cards. She maintains a private practice in West Los Angeles.

Dr. Anderson received her B.A. degree and a Secondary Teaching Credential from California State University, Northridge. She earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCCLA) in 1979 and has taught at CCCLA since that time. Anderson’s area of interest is SacroOccipital Technique (SOT), and she is certified in Advanced SOT and Cranial.

Dr. Baghdaseriani earned her Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 1996 from Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles. She joined the faculty at the College in 1997 and has served as an assistant professor and clinician since 1999. Well versed in many chiropractic techniques, Baghdaseriani has additional training in pediatrics, holding a fellowship from the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Other special areas of training include pregnancy and Cox Distraction Manipulative technique. She has taught all of the technique classes, some diagnosis classes and Pediatrics, Extremity Adjusting and Physiotherapy.

Dr. Brantingham earned his B.M. degree from the California State University, Long Beach, and graduated with a B.S. and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1983. He practiced full time for 14 years, and in 2005 earned a Ph.D. in Clinical Research from the University of Surrey in England. Brantingham has been published in many peer-reviewed journals, and was the supervisor and co-author of the first two randomized clinical trials of adjusting the ankle for treatment of inversion sprain. He has conducted and published numerous clinical trials of chiropractic care for a variety of lower extremity disorders.

Brantingham was appointed to the Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters as a reviewer for lower extremity neuromusculoskeletal conditions, and with the Cleveland Chiropractic Research Center (multi-campus) is planning to conduct case studies and a series of clinical trials and basic science research. Brantingham is currently Director of Research at CCCLA and is an Associate Professor of Research Methods and Lower Extremity Adjusting.

Dr. Capen earned a B.S. in Physical Education from Whittier College in Whittier, Calif., in 1984. In 1986, he completed a Master’s of Occupational Therapy from the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Wash. Following a successful career in occupational therapy, Capen earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles in 2003, graduating with honors. He currently enjoys a busy teaching schedule including coursework in both the Basic and Chiropractic Science Departments. Capen maintains a private practice in Whittier, and spends his free time with his family, teaching Sunday school and attending chiropractic seminars.

Dr. Carter received his B.S. degree from the University of Kansas in 1979. He received degrees from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in 1981 and West Coast University in 1995, before earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles in 1999. He has been with the College since 2006, teaching Clinic Prep I and II, as well as Integrated Technique. His professional interests include functional assessment, publishing, rehab/core stability exercise and encouraging students to “think for themselves beyond mindless, antiquated, dogmatic, regurgitated ideas.” His personal hobbies include modifying his vehicle, piano, exercise and time with family and pets.

Muffit L. Jensen received her B.S. from Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles and went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude with her Doctor of Chiropractic degree as valedictorian of her class in April 1990. She opened a practice in Burbank, Calif., and began working as a clinician in the Cleveland Health Center, where she enjoys consulting with the interns on difficult cases. She has taught all the Functional Assessment classes, and has embraced her new role as research associate working on the current Patellofemoral trail running in the clinic, as well as collaborating with Sherry Brourman, P.T., on a Gait and Low Back Pain trial.

Although well versed in many chiropractic techniques and philosophies, she specializes in Chiropractic Rehabilitation and is published in a new book, “Low Back Syndromes” in which she authored a chapter on Soft Tissue and Mobilization techniques. Jensen has accumulated 100 hours toward her diplomat in Chiropractic Rehabilitation and has studied under some of the best in the field, including the late Vladimir Janda, Pavel Kolar and Craig Liebenson.

 

Jensen is married with two children and enjoys crafts, photography, camping, hiking and cooking. She is a Sierra Club Leader and was on the planning committee to preserve Sequoia National Park for future generations.

Dr. Johnson received his B.S. degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCCLA) in 1983 and in 1985 graduated from the College summa cum laude and valedictorian with his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Since that time, he has built a family-based practice focusing on pediatrics and youth sports injuries. Through the College he has taught chiropractic at the Japan Chiropractic Doctors College in Tokyo, and has become a test committee member for the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners for Parts II, III and IV, in Greeley, Colo. He is a Fellow of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association, serves as the official chiropractor for Cypress College’s Department of Theatre, Arts and Dance and is a certified instructor for the American Red Cross in their “Protect Your Back” program. Johnson also serves as the CCCLA Student California Chiropractic Association Faculty Advisor. During his time at the College, he has taught biomechanics, physiotherapy, chiropractic case management, physical diagnosis and pediatrics. In his spare time, Johnson stays busy as scoutmaster and chaplain of Boy Scout Troop 75 in Long Beach, is the Youth Protection Trainer in the Long Beach Area Council of Boy Scouts of America, and head coach of the varsity baseball team at Pacific Lutheran High School.

Dr. Keshavarz received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College-Los Angeles (CCCLA) in 2003. He joined CCCLA in May 2005 and currently teaches Cardiovascular/Pulmonary/Endocrine Diagnosis, Cervico-thoracic, Lumbo-pelvic and advanced technique classes as well as Physiotherapy Labs. He is currently working on his certification in the COX Flexion/Distraction technique. Besides being a full-time faculty member, Keshavarz also serves on the Faculty Affairs Committee at CCCLA and maintains an active private practice. He also attends numerous professional events throughout the year, including Gonstead and COX Flexion/Distraction seminars and the Masters Circle.

Dr. Khare received his early education in India, earning his B.S. degree from Allahabad University and a M.S. from Agra University. He earned his Ph.D., in Microbiology (Virology) with minors in Pathology and Biochemistry from Kansas State University. Khare accepted a faculty position at Baylor University’s College of Medicine, where he conducted post-doctoral research. While an Assistant Professor of Microbiology at Idaho State University, he was part of a cooperation research team that was instrumental in diagnosing a virus disease of potatoes, which was threatening the potato industry at that time.

Khare is the discoverer/co-discoverer of a number of antiviral compounds and drugs, including Ribavirin, which is currently licensed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of Respiratory syncytial virus and Hepatitis C virus infections. He has U.S. patents for the diagnosis of the Hepatitis B virus and various hormones and metabolites in the blood.

 

A respected scientist, recipient of various research grants and frequently requested lecturer, Khare’s professional travels have taken him all over the world. He is a member of several organizations including the prestigious Research Honor Society, Sigma Xi and the American Society for Microbiology. In addition to his responsibilities at CCCLA, he serves as Director at Heligen Laboratories Inc., in Huntington Beach, Calif. Khare is also a member of the Part I Test Committee, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, April 2007. In his spare time, he enjoys tennis, badminton, bridge and snow skiing.

Dr. Lee earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Los Angeles College of Chiropractic at the Southern California University of Health Sciences in 2000. He is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician and also has advanced certification in Graston Technique. He joined the College in 2006 as a member of CCCLA’s clinical faculty and also serves in the Clinical Sciences department, teaching Soft Tissue Methods and Graston technique.

Steel received his B.A. and M.A. in history from California State University, Northridge in 1970 and 1971 respectively. He earned his juris doctor from Northrop Law School in 1978. He has been published extensively in a variety of outlets including Dynamic Chiropractic, Acupuncture Today, California Chiropractic Association Journal and The California Trial Lawyers Association. Steel was a member of the Acupuncture State Board from 1994 to 2000, serving as chair from 1996-98, and was a participant in the Revision of the Chiropractic Law Examination, Board of Chiropractic Examiners 2003. Steel joined the faculty at CCCLA in 1991 and teaches Ethics & Jurisprudence.

Dr. Talai received her B.S. degree in Human Biology concurrent with her Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Cleveland Chiropractic College in 1999. She has advanced certification in chiropractic care for pregnancy and pediatrics. Talai has maintained a private practice since graduation and has been extremely active in community organizations including YMCA and Chambers of Commerce, receiving several awards for her volunteer work. She joined the faculty of Cleveland Chiropractic College in 2005 in the Diagnostic and Chiropractic Science departments teaching Head, Eye, Ear, Nose & Throat (HEENT) Diagnosis, Clinical Neurology, Functional Assessment and various technique courses. She holds a patent for an invention from the United States patent office.