Meet Canadian Student Madison Wolfe: Discover His Journey into Chiropractic

We caught up with Canadian student Madison Wolfe, who is studying in Year 1 of the MChiro Master of Chiropractic course, to learn more about his journey into chiropractic and what inspired him to pursue this career path.

After finishing high school in Canada, Madison began exploring which direction he wanted his career to take. With a strong interest in the human body and a genuine desire to help others, he was naturally drawn to physical therapy and chiropractic. Realising he could build a career centred on easing pain and improving people’s quality of life confirmed for him that chiropractic was the right fit.

1. What drew you to study this subject?

After finishing high school in Canada, I began to think about what career path I wanted to go down. My interest in the human body and my desire to help others led me to investigate the world of physical therapy and chiropractic. Knowing I could ease pain and improve someone’s quality of life as a career, made me know that chiropractic was the right fit for me.

2. Why did you choose HSU – AECC School of Chiropractic?

I initially planned to go to University of Western States in the USA. However, it was difficult for my wife to get a US work visa, and the tuition was expensive. We looked at other options, and my wife discovered that to get a temporary UK work visa as a Canadian under 35 was incredibly easy. We began looking at chiropractic schools in the UK and we found Health Sciences University (HSU).

Through conversations with the Admissions team and research into the university, I could tell that it matched what I was looking for. It was important to me that I go to a university that is evidence-based, teaches a wide range of techniques, and equips you with skills and knowledge to be a professional and tackle different patients and conditions.

3. Are you involved in any student societies, or involved in any other activities on campus?

• Since starting at HSU, I have worked at the Integrated Rehabilitation Centre (IRC) as a Rehabilitation Supervisor, where I support individuals attending the IRC and work on their prescribed exercise programmes, as well as running fitness classes. I find a lot of enjoyment in helping people take part in physical fitness and have fun while doing it.
• I am also one of the student Year Reps, for my year in the MChiro course. I have attended meetings and engage with my fellow students, gathering their thoughts and opinions.
• Alongside this role, I am also a Marketing and Specialist Student Ambassador.

4. What do you like to do outside of your studies?

I am married, so outside of study time I like walking the dog, running errands, or at home preparing dinner. I enjoy going to the pub with my group of friends that I made in class and sometimes go to events like jazz clubs or hangout at our flat. My wife and I also love exploring and are wanting to do a lot of traveling over the next 4 years, both within the UK and other countries beyond.

5. What do you love most about living in Bournemouth and the UK

I love creating new experiences and visiting new places. I am from a very isolated town in Northern Canada so living in a busy, culturally rich, costal town like Bournemouth is completely different than what I am used to. I love the fact that I am surrounded by history and everywhere you go there is a story.

6. What are your ambitions for the future?

My plan is to return to home to Canada once I have completed my degree, working in my hometown for a while. There is no real chiropractor there and only one physiotherapist that lives around an hour away. There is a great need for the services of a chiropractor in that area. I hope to be able to make a difference in reducing the pain and suffering that many people face.

7. What would you say to school/college-leavers who are thinking of studying abroad?

It’s easier and cheaper than you may think. In Canada it often seems like our only options are to study in Toronto or French-speaking UQTR in Quebec; or go to the USA, where tuition is very expensive. I assumed I wouldn’t be eligible to attend schools abroad, being from Canada, but this is not the case. Travelling abroad — for example to the UK — is often easier and more cost-effective than travelling to places like the USA.