A Legacy of Leadership Since 1916
KENTUCKY ASSOCIATION OF CHIROPRACTORS
The 111th
Annual Convention
Two days of continuing education, exhibitors, and community in Lexington, built for every Kentucky chiropractor from student to Enhanced member.
CONVENTION BEGINS IN
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Registration details coming soon. Mark your calendar for September 18–19, 2027.
Reasons to Attend
A weekend built around your practice
Up to 12 CE Hours
General-education CE, with approval to be applied for in Kentucky and other states, plus PACE.
Exhibitor Hall & Networking
Meet Kentucky's leading chiropractic vendors and connect with colleagues from across the state.
Annual Business Meeting
KAC members shape the association's direction at Saturday's members-only business meeting.
Investment
Select your registration
All tiers include up to 12 CE hours and full access to the exhibitor hall.
PLACEHOLDER
STUDENT
$0
Community Clerkship rate
Up to 12 CEs
Networking for your Community Clerkship
Access to exhibitors & vendors
One-day registration available
MEMBER BENEFIT
ULTIMATE MEMBER
$0
Included with membership
Up to 12 CEs
Access to exhibitors & vendors
One-day option available
PLACEHOLDER
ENHANCED & GENERAL MEMBER
$250*
1st / 2nd / 3rd / General / Life / Out-of-State
Up to 12 CEs
Access to exhibitors & vendors
One-day pricing available
PLACEHOLDER
NONMEMBER
$399
Up to 12 CEs
Access to exhibitors & vendors
One-day pricing available
Enhanced members receive up to 18 CE hours per year with membership. When checking out, select "Purchase with Enhanced Member Hours". If you have any questions with the new system, please reach out to the KAC.
Continuing Education
CE approval status
CE will be applied for in Kentucky, Mississippi, West Virginia and Florida, along with PACE. Approval details will be posted here as they are confirmed.
PENDING
Kentucky
Details coming soon
PENDING
Mississippi
Details coming soon
PENDING
Florida
Details coming soon
PENDING
West Virginia
Details coming soon
PENDING
PACE
Details coming soon
PACE approval for 2027 is pending. Once approved, it is each participant's responsibility to confirm the credit applies within their state's scope of practice. The list of PACE-recognized states will be posted here.
Behind the Podium
Speaker snapshots
Tim Bertelsman, DC, CCSP, DACO
ChiroUp Co-Founder
Saturday Morning Session
Dr. Tim Bertelsman graduated with honors from Logan College of Chiropractic and has been practicing in Belleville, IL since 1992. He has lectured nationally on various clinical and business topics and has been published extensively. Dr. Bertelsman is a post-graduate instructor for the University of Bridgeport Orthopedic Diplomate Program. He has served in several leadership positions within the Illinois Chiropractic Society and currently serves as past president of the executive board.
Hidden Diagnoses: The 10 Common Conditions You’re Overlooking
3 CEs
Mike Powell, DC
Saturday Afternoon Sessions
Topic coming soon
4 CEs
Detailed Agenda
Two days in Lexington
Sessions, breaks and everything in between.
Saturday
September 18, 2027 · 7 CEs · Expo 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
9:00 – 10:40 AM
Hidden Diagnoses: The 10 Common Conditions You’re Overlooking
Dr. Tim Bertelsman
2 CEs
10:40 – 11:10 AM
Exhibitor Break
Get your cash card stamped for a chance to win prizes.
11:10 AM – 12:00 PM
Hidden Diagnoses: The 10 Common Conditions You’re Overlooking (continued)
Dr. Tim Bertelsman
1 CE
12:00 – 1:30 PM
Lunch on Your Own
1:30 – 3:10 PM
Session Title TBD
Dr. Mike Powell, DC
2 CEs
3:10 – 3:40 PM
Exhibitor Break
3:40 – 5:20 PM
Session Title TBD
Dr. Mike Powell, DC
2 CEs
Time TBD
KAC Annual Business Meeting
KAC members only.
Sunday
September 19, 2027 · 5 CEs · Expo opens 7:00 AM
8:00 – 9:40 AM
Session Title TBD
Speaker TBD
CEs TBD
9:40 – 10:10 AM
Last Exhibitor Break
Final cash-card stamps. Drawing after the next break. Don't forget to check out of your room.
10:10 – 11:50 AM
Session Title TBD
Speaker TBD
CEs TBD
11:50 AM – 12:05 PM
Quick Break
12:05 – 1:45 PM
Session Title TBD
Speaker TBD
CEs TBD
1:45 PM
Convention Ends
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Exhibitors
Become an Exhibitor
Exhibitor Registration
Exhibitor registration for the 111th Annual Convention opens soon. Forms will be posted here.
AV needs: all exhibitor AV must be ordered ahead of time on your paper registration. Note whether your booth needs AV when you register. Completed forms go back to the KAC office by fax, mail, or email.
Logistics
Hotel & exhibitor registration
Embassy Suites
Room block link coming soon
Address: 1801 Newtown Pike, Lexington, KY 40511
Room Rate: Coming soon
Questions
Frequently asked questions
I'm an exhibitor, where do I find exhibitor registration?
Exhibitor registration for 2027 opens soon. The registration forms will be posted in the Exhibitors section of this page.
Can I bring staff?
The fall convention is usually more clinical-based. Staff are allowed, though typically the content doesn’t apply directly to them.
Do you have a room block link for the hotel?
The 2027 room block at the Embassy Suites in Lexington is coming soon. We will post the link in the Hotel section of this page as soon as it is available.
Are notes printed?
Like previous years, we’re going green! If notes were provided to us, they’ll be available in your CE21 account ahead of the session should you wish to print your own copy.
Can I receive Peer Reviewer hours?
No. No courses at the fall convention count for Peer Reviewers.
I'm having difficulty registering online, is there a paper registration form?
Registration for 2027 opens soon, and a paper registration form will be available. Contact the KAC office at (859) 554-4498 or kac@thekac.org with any questions.
What is your refund policy?
Refunds are given if requested at least 7 business days in advance. No refunds are given less than 7 business days prior to the event, though credit can be applied to a future seminar.
What states are approved for continuing education?
CE will be applied for in Kentucky, Mississippi, West Virginia and Florida, along with PACE. Approval details will be posted in the CE Information section as they are confirmed.
Save the date: September 18–19, 2027
Registration for the 111th Annual Convention opens soon. We look forward to seeing you at the Embassy Suites in Lexington.
Registration Opens Soon
Looking aheadSave the date for 2028: the 112th Annual Convention, September 16–17, 2028, at the Embassy Suites in Lexington, KY.