October 2006

Dr. Stolar named Parker dean

Lawrence Stolar, DC, has been named dean of Chiropractic Wellness Clinics at Parker College of Chiropractic. In that position, he will oversee operations of Parker's three clinics: the Student Clinic, Dallas Clinic and Irving Clinic.

A 1986 graduate of Parker College, Dr. Stolar joined the school as assistant dean of the Wellness Clinics in Sept. 2003 and served as acting dean since May 2006.  He was in private practice for 17 years prior to joining Parker.  In addition to his practice, Stolar established Metroplex Chiropractic Services, caring for patients in four different facilities. He also opened Injury Rehab and Diagnostic Center, Inc., to provide diagnostic testing and rehabilitation services, as well as X‑ray digitizing for chiropractors and medical doctors throughout the Dallas‑Fort Worth Metroplex.

An accredited lecturer for the State Bar of Texas, Stolar teaches continuing education courses covering topics such as chiropractic, diagnostic testing, injury rehabilitation and documentation.

He expanded the scope of his courses to include the chiropractic profession and the Texas Department of Insurance. Federal judges, plaintiff and defense firms, special investigative units, claims supervisors and law enforcement officials have attended courses taught by Stolar over the last 13 years.

Stolar is certified by the American Board of Forensic Professionals in spinal trauma and rehabilitation as well as by the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners the performance of impairment ratings for workers compensation and personal injury medical‑legal dispute resolution.