Introducing Long Beach Chiropractor Dr. Michelle Zarzana

Dr. Michelle Zarzana, B.S., D.C.

Dr. Zarzana is a Chiropractic Physician Specializing in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Therapy. She is the owner and founder of Zarzana Chiropractic, Inc. and has been in practice for over 10 years.

Dr. Zarzana graduated from Southern California University of Health and Sciences in 2001. At that time She worked in West Los Angeles at a multi- disciplinary practice with an Orthopedic Surgeon, Physiatrist and Internist. In this setting Dr. Zarzana was able to gain experience in pre-surgical, and post- surgical rehabilitation as well as Chiropractic Care.

In 2003 Dr. Zarzana returned to Long Beach and worked in a busy sports medicine practice gaining further experience and knowledge. One year later on October 15th, 2004 she opened her own practice. Dr. Zarzana and her staff strive to provide the highest quality of care and exceed all expectations that the patient may have. Dr. Zarzana and her excellent staff work hard to make each and every patient feel welcome and at home.

Dr. Zarzana treats a variety of patients including many athletes, teachers, police officers and families of the Long Beach community. She specializes in sports medicine and believes that patients respond better to care when exercise programs and massage are incorporated with care.

Dr. Zarzana along with the staff are firm believers of giving back to the community. Zarzana Chiropractic participates yearly in collecting and donating toys for the children of Miller’s Children’s Hospital, fundraising for non-profits organization, such as the Challenged Athletes and the Diabetes Foundation.

Education:

Southern California University of Health Sciences
Degree: Doctor of Chiropractic, December 2001

Humboldt State University
Degree: B.S. Biology/Zoology, December 1990

Clinical Experience:

Center of Achievement, California State University at Northridge:
Performed physiotherapy and rehabilitation to patients with spinal cord injuries,
Cerebral palsy, myasthenia gravis, muscular dystrophy, stroke, etc.

Rose Bowl Aquatic Center:
Performed chiropractic manipulative treatment and physiotherapy to swimmers and staff.

California State University at Los Angeles and Northridge Health Center:
Performed chiropractic manipulative treatment and physiotherapy to students and staff.

Pasadena AIDS Health Clinic:
Provided chiropractic manipulative therapy, pshysiotherapy, strength staining and AMR lift capacity evaluations.

City of Hope Health Clinic:
Provided chiropractic treatment and physiotherapy to church members and indigent indivuals with AIDS.

Work Experience:

Zarzana Chiropractic Incorporated: Chiropractic care and patient management.
Nov. 15, 2004 to current

Gallagher Chiropractic and Sports Medicine: Chiropractic Associate providing patient management and care.
June 2003- November 2004

Michael D. Roback Corporation: Chiropractor within a multidisciplinary practice. Provided chiropractic manipulative therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation and physiotherapy to pre and post surgical patient as well as pain management to personal injury and workman’s compensation patients.
April 2001 - May 2003

Wedlich Chiropractic: Assisted in patient care, wrote reports for workman’s compensation and personal injury patients, and performed front office duties.
September 2000-March 2001

Gallagher Chiropractic: Chiropractic assistant. Aided doctor in setting up patients, physical therapy procedures, and front office duties. September 1998 – May 2000