Connect and Learn – Philosophy, Purpose & Paediatric Care – South Coast
28 November @ 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm AEDT
Free
The afternoon will commence with Dr Lizette Botha, who will take attendees on a thought-provoking journey through chiropractic history in From Davenport to Today: Chiropractic’s Incredible Legacy and What It Means for Us Now, exploring how the profession’s foundations continue to influence practice today.
Dr Scott Walters will then share insights into chiropractic philosophy, reflecting on the principles, values, and purpose that underpin the profession and how they remain relevant in modern practice.
Rounding out the educational program, Dr Vanessa Barry will present Little Bodies, Growing Brains: Movement, Connection and Chiropractic Care for Babies, providing a practical look at infant development, nervous system function, and the role chiropractic care can play in supporting growing families.
Following the presentations, attendees are invited to continue the conversation over a relaxed networking dinner and drinks at a local restaurant.
This promises to be an engaging evening of learning, connection, and professional discussion with colleagues from across the South Coast region.
Time: 2:00pm to 7:00pm – Includes dinner and beverages
Location: Ulladulla Civic Centre, 81B Princes Hwy, Ulladulla, NSW
Our speakers
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- Dr Elizabeth Botha
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Dr Lizette Botha is a chiropractor with over 15 years of experience across South Africa, the Netherlands and Australia.
She graduated from the University of Johannesburg in 2008 with a Master’s in Chiropractic, earning both the Chiropractic Excellence Award and the Dean’s Award, and now practises in Batemans Bay with a focus on cranial work, neurology, and care for pregnant women, infants and children (Webster Certified, ICPA).
A prolific podcaster, she has hosted JustTIC, The Chiropractic Elders and now the Inside Chiropractic Podcast, and has spoken at chiropractic seminars around the world.
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- Dr Scott Walters
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Dr Scott Walters is a neurostructural chiropractor with more than 30 years of clinical experience and a strong passion for advancing chiropractic care and education.
As one of the few titled practitioners in paediatric chiropractic neurodevelopment, he has dedicated his career to supporting the health and wellbeing of individuals and families across all stages of life. A respected mentor and regular speaker, Scott has served in leadership roles within the profession, including on the Board of the College of Chiropractic Paediatrics.
He is passionate about chiropractic philosophy, lifelong learning, and inspiring the next generation of chiropractors.
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- Dr Vanessa Barry
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After graduating with her Master of Chiropractic from Macquarie University in 2006, Dr Vanessa Barry went on to pursue advanced education in the area of pregnancy and paediatric chiropractic care. She has received a post-graduate certificate in Chiropractic Paediatrics (CACCP) by the Academy of Chiropractic Family Practice and the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and a post-graduate Diplomate of the Australian College of Chiropractic Paediatrics (DACCP).
She is also certified in the Webster Technique and Myo Munchee (a myofunctional therapy tool), and has studied Babywearing with Die Trageschule®, an international network of babywearing consultants.
Vanessa worked as an associate for a few years before opening her own practice Inborn Vitality which is located in Botany. Vanessa is passionate about helping patients of all ages optimise their health through natural chiropractic care.
