November 2005

Australian DC awarded double honor

Chiropractic's 111th year held special meaning for Dr. Ari Diskin, as federal and state bodies of the Chiropractors' Association of Australia in September presented him with two prestigious "Outstanding Service & Contribution" awards at their annual conferences in Melbourne. The awards follow numerous international honours given to the Australian‑born, American‑trained Dr. Diskin over the years, including Parker College's "Chiropractor of the Year" and "Alumni of the Year" awards.

A second generation chiropractor who has practiced in Melbourne since 1986, and a member of the World Chiropractic Alliance International Board of Governors for many years, he is now in his 21st year of practice.

Diskin has actively given back to the chiropractic profession and his community for most of the past two decades, serving in Victoria as president, vice president, executive board member, public education spokesperson and media representative and speaker.

He is a long time and ongoing supporter of local, national and international charities, having raised thousands of dollars for organizations including the Salvation Army, Australian Spinal Research Foundation, environmental organizations, and Very Special Kids.

Upon receiving recognition from his national and local chiropractic colleagues, Diskin said, "It is lovely and an honour to be recognised by my peers, that my greatest joy is helping the thousands of people from the local community (and those who travel from interstate and overseas to see us), with their health challenges and objectives, from chronic illness to gaining the edge in competitive sport. Also taking care of families over a number of generations, and assisting them to maximise their health and lives is fantastic!"

He went on say, "I urge everyone to get involved in their community, profession, sporting club, charity group or area that they are passionate about, as putting in and giving back brings tremendous rewards."