Meet the Doctor

As a healthcare practitioner, I believe that personalized preventive care is of the utmost importance in helping people achieve their health goals. My education and experience in the healthcare field has enabled me to incorporate a patient-centered approach to health that is tailored to the unique needs of those who seek my counsel.
Because beliefs, attitudes, and motivations can all play a major role in overall wellness, I examine and include the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of all of my patients in order to make a more holistic and accurate diagnosis. My devotion to good health is the basis and primary focus of my practice. I value the trust and confidence of my patients with whom I work in partnership for better health.

RESIDENCY

Logan College of Chiropractic/American College of Chiropractic Neurology Program (1989-1991)

CERTIFICATIONS

Diplomate American Board of Chiropractic Neurology (1991)

Diplomate American Academy of Pain Management (1991)

Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (1990)

Rehabilitation for the Primary Care Practitioner Logan College of Chiropractic (1994)

Vertigo and Balance Disorders-Carrick Institute(2005)

Education:

• Youngstown State University BS in Education
• Palmer College of Chiropractic (1981-1984) Doctor of Chiropractic
• Logan College of Chiropractic (1991) Post Doctoral Neurology Specialty Degree
• University of Tennessee (1992) Clinical Electromyography
• Claims Review and Reporting- American College of Chiropractic Consultants
• Carrick Institute, Treatment of ADHD, Learning Disabilities and Behavioral Problems
• Whiplash and Brain Traumatology (2002)
• Carrick institute, Treatment of Vertigo and Related Disorders 
  
  

  TEACHING & PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS

• Washington Wellness Center, Chiropractic Director (1997-1999)
• Woodburn Internal Medicine Associates, Chiropractic Director (1999)
• Insurance Industry Consultant (1991-Present)
• Logan College of Chiropractic Post Graduate Neurology Electromyography
• Cleveland College of Chiropractic Post Graduate Neurology (1995-2000)
  

  
  Memberships & Associations:

• American Chiropractic Association
• California Chiropractic Association
• American College of Chiropractic Neurology
• ACA Council of Neurology
• American Chiropractic Board of Neurology
• Foundation of Chiropractic Education and Research
• American Academy of Pain Management
• President's Club Palmer College of Chiropractic
• Palmer College of Chiropractic Alumni Rugby Association
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• APPOINTMENTS
• Virginia Chiropractic Association Council on Sports Injuries and Physical Fitness - Secretary/Treasurer
  
• Washingtonian Magazine-Top Sports Chiropractor for Metro Area (1995)
• NOVA Rugby Club - Team Physician (1992-1997)
• George Mason Rugby Club - Team Physician (1992-1995)
• Cherry Blossom Rugby Tournament - Medical Director (1993)
• USA National Rugby 7's Championship - Medical Director (1992)
• Team Physician Mesa Verde Football Team (2006-2007)
• Team Physician Sacramento Capitols Rugby Team (2008-present)