Banyan Subsidiary Chiropractic USA Adds North Carolina to States Represented.LOS ANGELES -- Chiropractic chiropractic (kīrəprăk`tĭk) [Gr.,=doing by hand], medical practice based on the theory that all disease results from a disruption of the functions of the nerves. USA(TM), Inc., a subsidiary of Banyan Corporation (OTC OTC See: Over-the-counter. OTC See over-the-counter market (OTC). BB: BANY), said today that it has continued to grow its nationwide chain of branded chiropractic centers by signing an area representation agreement for North Carolina North Carolina, state in the SE United States. It is bordered by the Atlantic Ocean (E), South Carolina and Georgia (S), Tennessee (W), and Virginia (N). Facts and Figures Area, 52,586 sq mi (136,198 sq km). Pop. . Michael Gelmon, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Chiropractic USA, said the latest agreement, for area representation, is with Dr. Chris Ehlich, a well-known chiropractor chiropractor a practitioner in chiropractic. chiropractor A health professional trained in chiropractic; chiropractors do not perform surgery or prescribe drugs; of 50,000 licensed chiropractors in the US, many practice 'straight' chiropractic, ie . In addition to becoming the newest area representative, Dr. Ehlich said that he has converted his Ehlich Family Chiropractic Clinic practice in Greer, S.C. - on the North Carolina border - into a Chiropractic USA franchise. Dr. Ehlich is a Distinguished Fellow of the International Chiropractors Association (ICA Ica (ē`kä), city (1993 pop. 108,724), capital of Ica dept., SW Peru, on the Pan-American Highway. It is a commercial center for the cotton, wool, and wine produced in the region. There are several summer resorts nearby. ), Chairman of the ICA Product Endorsement product endorsement a public statement declaring the virtues and recommending the use of a product. Discouraged by codes of veterinary ethics other than by the publication of research results. Committee as well as a member in good-standing of several state chiropractic organizations. Dr. Ehlich is one of four, second-generation chiropractors in his family, and has served his community with his wife, Dr. Beth Ehlich since 1990. 'Bringing Chiropractic to Families' "I come from a family of Chiropractors," said Dr. Ehlich, "and see Chiropractic USA as the next big movement in bringing chiropractic to families as respected members of their healthcare team. We have an intense commitment to get our patients well naturally, and to educate them on the benefits of natural healthcare, including chiropractic. Not enough people know about the benefits of chiropractic or why it works. I'm very excited about joining forces with Chiropractic USA to help spread the message throughout North Carolina and along the Eastern Seaboard of the United States." North Carolina joins a rapidly-growing list of Chiropractic USA states with area representatives in Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire New Hampshire, one of the New England states of the NE United States. It is bordered by Massachusetts (S), Vermont, with the Connecticut R. forming the boundary (W), the Canadian province of Quebec (NW), and Maine and a short strip of the Atlantic Ocean (E). , New Mexico, South Carolina South Carolina, state of the SE United States. It is bordered by North Carolina (N), the Atlantic Ocean (SE), and Georgia (SW). Facts and Figures Area, 31,055 sq mi (80,432 sq km). Pop. (2000) 4,012,012, a 15. , Texas, Utah, Vermont, Washington, and Wisconsin. In addition, Mr. Gelmon said that Chiropractic USA is currently negotiating for area representation in other areas and has numerous franchise applications under review from throughout the country. "With the addition of Dr. Ehlich, we have once again attracted a highly-respected chiropractor to the Chiropractic USA team," Mr. Gelmon said. "After learning about Chiropractic USA, more and more leaders of the Chiropractic community have joined forces with us, eager to get involved in our growing nationwide movement." Information about on Chiropractic USA and Diagnostic USA is available from Banyan Corporation Investor Relations Investor relations The process by which the corporation communicates with its investors. at (800) 808-0899 or online at www.chiropracticUSA.net. About Banyan Corporation Banyan Corporation (OTC BB: BANY) is a publicly-traded holding company focused on investing in and building a network of operating subsidiaries engaged in various innovative businesses. Banyan's Chiropractic USA subsidiary focuses on the development of branded chiropractic clinics throughout North America by franchising chiropractic clinics under its brand, and its new Diagnostic USA(TM) subsidiary focuses on the rapidly growing diagnostic imaging arena. Banyan's other subsidiary, Banyan Financial Services, Inc., provides practice finance solutions to the chiropractic, medical, dental and healthcare communities. This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. With the exception of historical information contained herein, the matters discussed in this press release involve risk and uncertainties. Actual results could differ materially from those expressed in any forward-looking statement. Chiropractic USA and Diagnostic USA are trademarks of Banyan Corporation. |
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