Dr. Cody Rodewald, D.C., owner of ALIGN Integrated Health in Lakeville, Minnesota, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Palmer College of Chiropractic 10-Under-10 Award. The honor recognizes recent graduates who have demonstrated leadership, made significant contributions to the chiropractic profession, and remained active as mentors or volunteers. Rodewald, a 2017 graduate of Palmer College, is one of just 10 alumni selected for the 2026 award.
This recognition matters because it highlights the critical role that recent graduates play in shaping the future of chiropractic care. Palmer College of Chiropractic, with a worldwide network of more than 32,000 alumni, describes the 10-Under-10 honor as recognizing those who have made substantial contributions, demonstrated leadership, and remained active mentors or volunteers. By selecting Rodewald, Palmer acknowledges not only his individual achievements but also the broader impact that dedicated practitioners can have on community health and the profession's growth.
Rodewald's career exemplifies a commitment to serving diverse populations. As founder of ALIGN Integrated Health, he has dedicated his practice to helping individuals and families pursue healthier lives through chiropractic care. His patients have ranged from newborns and working parents to Olympic athletes and adults over 100 years old. This breadth of experience demonstrates chiropractic's applicability across the lifespan and challenges the notion that chiropractic is limited to specific demographics.
In his own words, Rodewald expressed gratitude for the recognition: "I'm incredibly honored to receive this recognition from Palmer. Chiropractic has given me the opportunity to serve people at every stage of life, and I'm grateful to be part of a profession that has had such a meaningful impact on so many families. I also feel a responsibility to help move chiropractic forward so that future generations can experience those same benefits." His statement reflects a dual commitment: to individual patient care and to the profession's advancement.
Palmer College specifically recognized Rodewald for that combination of service and commitment, noting his work with patients across an unusually broad range of ages and backgrounds and his dedication to helping chiropractic thrive for generations to come. The recognition places Rodewald among a select group of Palmer graduates from across the United States chosen for the 2026 award.
The implications of this award extend beyond personal accolade. It signals the importance of mentorship and volunteerism in sustaining the chiropractic profession. By honoring emerging leaders like Rodewald, Palmer College encourages other recent graduates to contribute actively to their communities and to the field. This, in turn, can lead to improved patient outcomes, greater awareness of chiropractic benefits, and a stronger professional network.
Rodewald's approach combines a commitment to serving individual patients with a broader goal of advancing the chiropractic profession. His selection for the 10-Under-10 Award underscores the value of integrating clinical excellence with professional stewardship. As healthcare continues to evolve, such recognition reinforces the need for practitioners who are not only skilled clinicians but also advocates and mentors.
For those interested in learning more about Dr. Rodewald's practice, additional information is available through ALIGN Integrated Health. The award serves as a testament to the positive influence that dedicated chiropractors can have on individuals, families, and the future of healthcare.
