Dr. Mike is the owner of Movement Chiropractic and Sports Recovery.
He was born and raised in Long Beach, CA. He graduated from St. John Bosco High School in 2010 and continued on to Arizona State University as an Exercise Science major. After ASU he attended Southern California University of Health Sciences where he graduated with his Doctorate of Chiropractic in 2018.
Dr. Mike utilizes a movement-based approach to care, combining myofascial release techniques with strength training in his treatment methods to create confidence in movement. He believes that a strong body that moves well can contribute to happier days that are spent doing the things we love for as long as life affords us. He enjoys connecting with his clients, and learning about their lives to better understand how to help them get the most out of their treatment experience. He strives to lead by example, demonstrating a healthy, wellness based approach to life.
Dr. Mike hopes to inspire individuals to prioritize healthy habits as the cornerstone of their lifestyle. His goal is to empower patients with the knowledge to move better by helping them craft their own tools to handle adversity, and to understand the importance of moving more often. The human body is resilient and he strives to show you just how much you are capable of.
On his free time, Dr. Mike enjoys live music, hanging with his friends, wife, and dog, and eating all of his favorite foods.
INTERESTING FACT: I pregame every meal with a meal
INSPIRED BY: My Mom
INTERESTS OUTSIDE OF THE OFFICE: My dog, my plants, food, working out, and dates with my wife
IF I WAS A FOOD, I WOULD BE: Pancakes, eggs, and bacon – because breakfast for every meal is a must
SOMETHING I’M REALLY BAD AT: Sleeping
MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW THAT I: can eat an unreasonable amount of food
ONE BIG DREAM: A big house full of dachshunds
WHEN I WAS A KID, I WANTED TO BE: A firefighter
SKILL I WANT TO LEARN: To make pizza and pasta from scratch
Education
- Southern California University of Health Sciences – Doctorate of Chiropractic, DC
- Honorary Scholastic Society
- Dean’s List
- Sports Medicine Honors Program
Certifications
- Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP)
- Fascial Manipulation
- Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization
- Functional Movement Taping (FMT) – Rocktape
