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معرفی
Daekiara Smith-Ireland serves as the Clinical Research Manager at Life University’s Center for Chiropractic Research (CCR). She holds a B.S. in Biology from Clark Atlanta University, a Master of Public Health from Mercer University (2022), and a Ph.D. in Social Epidemiology from Mercer (2025). Her research focuses on sleep, mental health, COPD, and disease burden in underserved populations, emphasizing environmental and policy impacts. At Life U, she leads projects integrating holistic wellness with community-focused research, including brain-body studies, chiropractic adjustment efficacy, and obesity-related health outcomes.
Research Highlights
- Obesity study exploring chiropractic’s role in improving health outcomes.
- Chiropractic sham adjustment study assessing participant perception.
- Advocacy for holistic health approaches beyond traditional medical frameworks.
Philosophy: 'We look at a whole, holistic view of participants, caring for the person rather than just the condition.' This aligns with her commitment to community engagement and evidence-based holistic practices.
