Podcast Overview: In this enlightening episode of the State of Chiropractic Podcast, Bharon Hoag talks with Dr. Scott Mooring, the current chairman of Clinical Compass, about the integral role their organization plays in developing clinical practice guidelines and supporting chiropractic professionals worldwide. Guest Overview: Dr. Scott Mooring Dr. Mooring has been in private practice since graduating from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2002.  He is currently the Chair of the Clinical Compass (formerly the Council on Chiropractic Guidelines and Practice Parameters or CCGPP) and has served on the Board of Director since 2015.  He is a past President of the Minnesota Chiropractic Association and has served on the Board of Directors since 2011 and has been part of the ACA House of Delegates since 2015 and currently serves as the Minnesota State Affiliate Representative.  He is a clinical educator and has been teaching elective courses at Northwestern Health Sciences University since 2007. Additionally, he works as a sports chiropractor, serving as a Team Chiropractor with the University of Minnesota Athletic Medicine Department since 2014 and works international sporting events through the Federation of International Sports Chiropractor. Episode Summary: Introduction: Host Bharon Hoag introduces the episode, emphasizing the podcast’s mission to showcase work done in chiropractic that supports the profession beyond commercial interests. Dr. Scott Mooring from Clinical Compass joins to discuss the organization’s impact and current initiatives. Main Discussion Points: Overview of Clinical Compass: Dr. Mooring shares his journey with Clinical Compass and highlights its mission as a think tank focused on creating clinical practice guidelines for chiropractors. The Importance of Translating Evidence: Discussion on how Clinical Compass aggregates existing research to validate chiropractic practices and counteract misleading narratives from insurance companies. Recent Achievements and Challenges: Insight into recent projects, such as the development of a systematic review on shoulder conditions and guidelines for headaches, and their importance in global chiropractic care. The Role of Funding and Collaboration: Dr. Mooring emphasizes the role of funding from organizations like NCMIC and the collaboration with scientists in advancing Clinical Compass’s objectives. Increasing Awareness and Addressing Gaps: Dr. Mooring discusses the need for greater awareness and the recruitment of early-career practitioners to ensure a sustainable future for the profession. The importance of global outreach and how Clinical Compass helps provide critical resources to chiropractors worldwide. Listener Questions and Closing Thoughts: Dr. Mooring answers questions about how practitioners can interact with Clinical Compass for support and resources. Bharon and Dr. Mooring reflect on the state of the chiropractic profession and express optimism about future opportunities. Resources Mentioned: Clinical Compass Website: ClinicalCompass.org - A resource for accessing evidence centers and guidelines. Call to Action: Visit ClinicalCompass.org to explore valuable resources available for chiropractors. Consider how you can support or get involved with Clinical Compass to further its mission. Subscribe & Follow: Subscribe to the State of Chiropractic Podcast on your preferred platform. Follow us on Social Media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Youtube These notes are designed to give listeners a comprehensive overview of the episode content and encourage them to engage further with Clinical Compass's resources. If you have specific changes or additions, feel free to let me know!