meet dr. snel

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

K. Snel Chiropractic N.V., Curacao, N.A. January 1999-Present
Owner

OBJECTIVE

As the first licensed Doctor of Chiropractic in Curacao, Netherlands Antilles, with extensive experience and specialized in whiplash and brain traumatology, I'm looking for periodical off island assignments, with as main goal to apply my skills and broaden my professional horizon. The techniques I use include:

  • Diversified
  • Bio Energetic Synchronizing Technique (basic)
  • SOT
  • Thompsom
  • Activator
  • Flexion/distraction
  • Percussion technique
  • Sole proprietor of a chiropractic practice.
  • Applied soft laser therapy to enhance healing and stimulate certain acupuncture points.
Curacao Chiropractic Clinic N.V. Curacao, N.A. March 1997-December 1998
Co-owner
  • Established and co-managed a local chiropractic practice.
  • Managed the development of a business plan, including financial and marketing plan to finance and promote the services rendered.
  • Actively carried out marketing plan to increase number of patients.
Institute for Natural and Oriental Medicine Antilles,
Curacao, N.A. February 1994 – February 1997
Chiropractor
  • Independent chiropractor practice.
  • Worked with homeopathic practitioners, acupuncturists, and electrical acupuncturists.
Parker Chiropractic Clinic, Texas, USA January 1993 – December 1993
Internship

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Chiropractic May 1990
Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas, Texas, USA

Bachelor of Science in Biology January 1994
Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts, USA

Award
International Chiropractic of the year 2004, by Parker college of Chiropractic Alumni Association

Relevant Continuing Education
  • Advanced physical diagnostic course, Parker College of Chiropractic
  • Advanced activator course, Parker College of Chiropractic
  • Clinic Management course, Parker College of Chiropractic
  • Certificate Whiplash and brain traumatology, Spine Research Institute of San Diego.
  • Seminar of Bio Energetic Synchronization Technique, Morter Healthsystem, Atlanta
Articles Published
  • “Conservative Care for Low Back Pain”, Bo salu, 2002
  • Several articles published during 1995 to 2002 in a local newspaper to promote chiropractic care and enhance awareness of the profession.
Presentations
  • Periodic presentations at local radio station since 2000.
  • Periodic presentation at local country clubs and companies in regards to chiropractic care.
PROFESSIONAL AFILLIATIONS

Antillean Association for Natural Medicine, member 1998- Present
Curacao, secretary from 1999 to 2002

International Chiropractic Association, member 1997- Present

Chiropractic Club, secretary 1998-1990
Springfield College, Springfield, Massachusetts


LANGUAGES

Fluent in English and Papiamento. Proficient in Spanish and Dutch.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Birth date: May 13, 1966
Place: Curacao, Netherlands Antilles
Nationality: Dutch
Marital status: Married

 


Snel Chiropractic N.V.
Coriweg #30
Curacao, Netherlands Antilles
599 9 736 2337