The Wilhelmsens: Dr. Corey M. Wilhelmsen

I knew the graduation would be a blur- I'd better hurry and write what I remember! (So sad that this is the only photo I got of him on the stage. I either got to cheer or take pictures.)

It has been a very long 3.3 years here in Dallas while Corey earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic at Parker University. At the same time, it has flown, just as I knew it would from our experience in dental school.

There were countless mornings that began before 6 am, and didn't have Corey home before 10 or 11 pm. During midterms and finals, Corey would often go days without seeing the children, as he left and returned while they were slumbering. Zach and Zoey are absolutely elated to have Corey done with school and home to enjoy for a little bit until he begins to work.

We definitely missed him, but his hard work has paid off in many ways already. Corey was on the Dean's List nearly every semester, graduating with the honorable distinction of Cum Laude. He never failed one test, and never received a final grade lower than a B in any course. During his time at Parker, Corey was also selected for two competitive scholarships (which were nice, but totaled less than 1/100th of the final cost of his schooling!) Corey was selected among numerous applicants for a position in the Career Based Internship Program, where he spent the last 8 months of his clinical year treating patients in a private practice setting. This opportunity allowed him to get much more experience in adjusting, other treatment modalities such as cold laser therapy, and management than most of his classmates received in the student clinic.

To my utter irritation directed at Parker, the only recognition Corey received for spending probably double to triple the study hours of many of his classmates in order to earn those high distinctions, was having his name called as he crossed the stage with the other eight Honors graduates. Seriously, no mention in the program. Not even an asterisk. I still have a mind to call and complain to them!!

Oh, well. He obviously didn't spend those countless hours solely so that he could get credit at his graduation ceremony. Corey has striven for excellence since he first walked through the doors of Parker University so that he could have the greatest knowledge with which to successfully treat his future patients and also have the means to best provide for his family. And did I mention that he cracks back like a pro?! Honestly, I have neck and back issues, and have seen many professionals, and Corey is now my provider of choice!

I honestly couldn't be prouder of my sweetheart. He set his mind to a lofty goal, and went above and beyond in achieving it, showing he could be an exceptional student, husband, and father. His accomplishment will stand as a great example to our children. We do not know exactly what or where the next step we will take is, but I know beyond the shadow of a doubt that Corey will lead us successfully and safely there.

Corey with his parents

His brother, James. Look related much?!

Dr. Corey Wilhelmsen

Our good friends Kyler and Jenny

Mike and Molly

Daniel and Josiah

Sadly, we missed a few friends before we could get a photo with them. We have made several really good friends while in school. We will sure miss them. It is tricky to lnow whether or not we will see them again! I have only seen a couple of my dental classmates since our graduation eight years ago, even though it seems as though we were together constantly for those four years.