Dr. Kevin M. Shaw

Chiropractic Physician

Studies

Pre-med studies were done at Wake Forest University and Undergraduate Bachelors of Arts in Psychology was received from Stony Brook University. 

Doctorate was received from New York Chiropractic College in 1995.

Additional Post Graduate Studies:

Flexion Distraction, Manipulation Under Anesthesia, Masters Certificate in Acceleration Deceleration Injuries, GYROTONIC Certification, Kundalini Yoga Instructor, Medical Yoga Instructor, Cranial Sacral, Upper Cervical Specific, Non-Surgical Spinal Disc Decompression, Class IV Low Level Laser.

Interest in the human body and health came early for me. I was 7 when my 32 year old father suffered from a heart attack.  A young boy witnessing the marvels of science and medicine saving my father's life instilled an immediate impression that compelled me to diligently study the human body and how health is influenced.

From my early youth till my early 20‘s I suffered from chronic sinus infections, and chronic cryptic tonsillitis, resulting in approximately 6 months of each year having to use antibiotics this occurred from the ages of 7-21.  Continued infection forced me to end my competitive running career during my undergraduate studies at Wake Forest. Having both a tonsillectomy and sinus reconstruction in my early 20’s with no resolution I was left with only continued pharmaceutics use of decongestants, antibiotics, suppressants and expectorants.  I looked healthy in great shape avid runner and cyclist, worked out regularly as most of my peers did, but chronically sick?

It was not till the fortunate experience I had when I was 21 helping my dad at a construction site when I strained my back that dropped me to my knees and I was barely able to walk for 3 months.  Doctors told me there was nothing wrong, X-rays revealed nothing to them, medication was the prescription, this did not agree with me nor did they help. This was when MRI was first being developed so that wasn’t an option.

After suffering for some 3 months, family encouraged me to see a Chiropractor.  I had the fortunate opportunity of meeting Dr. Andrew Forelli as a resident Chiropractor.  His examination revealed that the x-rays did demonstrate gross imbalance in my spine. Also on examination I was told that it is likely that I should demonstrate with sinus and respiratory issues such as congestion and infection, no where on the intake paper work did I report anything other than my inability to walk, stand or move without excruciating pain.

I was prescribed a course of treatment which within a few weeks resolved my back pain, and within a few months resolved my sinus and respiratory issues.  Some 20 plus years later I have not had another sinus or respiratory infection nor have I taken an antibiotic or for that matter any medication since.

Resolved of excruciating back condition and chronic respiratory and sinus infections my interest in the relationship of the spine and the nervous system grew.  Prepared to go to medical school to study cardiovascular surgery was an interest that now had been challenged.

Was there a way to influence health without the need for surgery or medications?

Could imbalance and stress cause sinus infections and recurrent respiratory infections?

Could it cause back pain and digestive issues?

As I studied Neurology and anatomy of the spine I discover that movement and ease in movement both segmentally and generally is critically necessary absolutely has potential in influencing overall health.

As a Chiropractic Physician now for 15 years, as a consumer of HEALTH CARE, as a proud father of two young boys, as a loving husband of a beautiful wife and business partner, as a small business owner, as a entrepreneur, as a scientist, as a doctor, as a runner and avid cyclist, as a yoga practitioner and teacher, as a visionary for HEALTH CARE in the 21st century, as a Wellness Practioner.

It is my purpose to:

Continue to learn and teach of methods that naturally influence health.

Inspire and Empower individuals to attain better health through methods of: moving well, thinking well and eating well.

I Believe that:

Healing comes from within.

Health is achieved not granted, It takes hard constant daily mindfulness and participation.

We individually can change the direction of our own health.

Knowledge of the maintenance of the human body need be understood.

The power that made the body heals the body.

Health is multifaceted.

Medications mask symptoms, not treat conditions.

Our current health model is failing.

Health is a lifestyle choice of consciousness and effort.

I Know that:

The Central Nervous System controls and regulated nearly all functions

Regular cardiovascular exercise is critical for the expression of mind body health.

Regular stretching is critical for the expression of health.

Regular Chiropractic Adjustments are critical for the expression of Health.

Stress is chronic and abundant in todays society and adversely influences Health.

Proper nutrition is not a diet but a lifestyle.

Raw, fresh fruits and vegetables and less animal products reduces the risks of all the leading killers, heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes and obesity.

Our sophisticated Musculoskeletal system requires regular care by self and others.

Prayer and or meditation is necessary for mind body Health.

We cannot afford the current costs of Health Care.

We are suffering from more chronic disease than ever before.

We are taking more medications than ever before yet our health is decreasing.

It is my interest to educate, inspire and empower individuals to release there true health that resides within, this does not come easily and requires effort and diligence.  We all have the potential to express greater health, if it is your interest to express greater health and vitality please allow us to participate in your experience towards health.

In Health,

Dr. Kevin M. Shaw