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Originally from Federal way, Dr. Michael Burt (he/him) graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in 2013. He attended Brigham Young University and majored in exercise science from 2016 to 2019. He then attended the University of Western States completing their Doctor of Chiropractic program in 2022. He graduated with honors in his doctoral program.

Dr. Burt pursued a Doctor of Chiropractic degree out of a desire to help eliminate the pain felt by so many people. He loves working with people who suffer from headaches and has found that chiropractic care is effective at helping them find relief from their regular headaches. 

Dr. Burt is a proud father of three and loves to play at the park with his children. He is an avid Seahawks fan. He is also a big foodie who loves to try new and different cuisines.

Dr. Lorri Nichols (she/her) is a Board Certified Doctor of Chiropractic and the Founder of Northwest Wellness in Federal Way, Washington. The chiropractic practice was founded on the belief that everyone deserves excellent integrative health care from a team of professionals dedicated to individualized care.

Dr. Nichols is a cum laude graduate of Sherman College of Chiropractic in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. She is board-certified in Applied Spinal Biomechanics and is a Certified Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner (CCEP), a certification of coursework beyond the DC (Doctor of Chiropractic) degree. In addition, she is board-eligible as a Diplomate Spinal Rehabilitation.

In private practice since 1984, Dr. Nichols founded Northwest Chiropractic Center in 1989. She has served two terms on the Washington State Department of Health, the Chiropractic Quality Assurance Commission (CQAC), and as the President of the Washington State Chiropractic Association (WSCA) in 2011 and 2012.

She was awarded Top Chiropractor in the United States of America in 2006, Chiropractor of the Year in 2011, Best of Federal Way 2013, WSCA Special Service Award in 2009 and 2013, and WSCA Volunteer of the Year 2013. 

Dr. Nichols is currently an chiropractic provider, clinic director, and CEO of Northwest Wellness, an integrated, patient-centered health care facility.

Hailing from the state of Kansas, Dr. Claire Deters grew up in a small town working on her uncle’s dairy farm before deciding to attend Kansas State University. Here, she completed her bachelors degree in Life Sciences in 2021. She then attended and completed the Doctor of Chiropractic program at Cleveland University - Kansas City, graduating in 2024. Dr. Deters also has her certification in Webster technique, which aims to target musculoskeletal dysfunction in pregnant patients, but also includes education on lifestyle choices to aid in pregnancy.

Dr. Deters enjoys the holistic aspect of Chiropractic care and its applicable nature to everyday life. She especially loves to work with individuals who are excited to learn more about their body and how it relates to their mental and physical health, optimizing their performance in every aspect of their life. 

In her spare time, Dr. Deters loves to spend time in the gym, take long walks with her yellow lab, try new eateries, and take full advantage of the endless opportunities the Pacific Northwest has to offer! 

Austin McMillin, DC provides chiropractic care at ProActive Spine Care, where he serves residents of Tacoma, South Puget Sound, and University Place from his office in Fircrest, Washington. Dr. McMillin is known for his ability to combine personal attention and individualized care with his expertise in advanced chiropractic techniques.

Dr. McMillin specializes in whiplash and spine injuries and provides injury evaluation and impairment ratings. He also offers sports and performance training and has a state-of-the-art functional rehabilitation center in his Fircrest facility. His comprehensive approach to patient care also incorporates relaxing or therapeutic massage and nutrition counseling.  

Dr. McMillin graduated Cum Laude from Palmer College of Chiropractic West. He was offered one of only two residencies, as well as an adjunct faculty position at PCCW. During his residency, Dr. McMillin developed a Back School and a lumbar spine rehabilitation program for patients at the Palmer Chiropractic Outpatient Clinic.

Since receiving his Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. McMillin has completed post-graduate certification in chiropractic and general rehabilitation and a certification program in complex case review work from the American Board of Independent Medical Examiners.

In addition to providing comprehensive chiropractic care, Dr. McMillin’s experience includes:

• Multidisciplinary care coordination
• Technical advisor to the State of Washington Health Care Authority and Office of the Insurance Commissioner
• Advisor to the AMA Coding Committee
• Requested contributor to the White House Special Commission on Alternative Care
• Requested lecturer and continuing education instructor
• Clinical director for CentriForce™ Rehab Systems
• Chiropractor of the Year, Washington State Chiropractic Association
• President’s Award, Washington State Chiropractic Association

Dr. McMillin’s devotion to independent research led to the development of new and innovative approaches to functional rehabilitation. His therapies are now in place and helping patients in spine care facilities around the country.

For nearly 20 years, Dr. Steven Watson has been providing the community with clinical excellence. Dr. Watson is a primary treating physician for both car accident and Labor and Industry (L&I) work injuries. Consultations are free, and referrals, although welcomed, aren’t necessary.

At Watson Chiropractic, Dr. Watson provides thorough diagnoses, effective treatment protocols, and supportable treatment plans that are evidence-based. Your injuries must be correctly diagnosed and documented to qualify for treatment and compensation benefits from insurance carriers. 

Dr. Watson has invested in countless hours of continuing education, acquiring the technology necessary to measure the severity of common car accident injuries and work-related injuries. He uses the most advanced diagnostic tools available and documents findings using evidence-based injury guidelines. Through his procedures, Dr. Watson can communicate that the diagnosis and ensuing treatment was necessary, effective, and efficient.

Dr. Watson focuses on helping patients escape long-term pain through efforts to minimize the potential for future problems. If you’ve been injured in a car accident or through a work injury, consult with Dr. Watson about your next steps.

 

For 20 years, Dr. Aklinski has helped patients of all ages through a combination of customized and gentle chiropractic care, rehabilitative exercise, and clinical nutrition. She has practiced in Portland, OR and Seattle, WA. Dr. Aklinski offers gentle manual and low-force chiropractic techniques while using similar methods as Dr. Maxwell, who had provided outstanding chiropractic care to patients for over 36 years prior to his retirement in 2013. Specific styles of chiropractic that Dr. Aklinski offers include Diversified (manual) Adjusting, Drop Table Technique, Instrumented-Assisted Low Force Technique, SOT (pelvic blocking), and prenatal chiropractic care.

Dr. Terry Cottrell is a board-licensed chiropractor who values helping his patients with pain and recovery from their health complications. In 1984, he received his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree from Sherman College of Chiropractic.

Dr. Cottrell has three children and when he isn’t in the office, he enjoys spending time with his family, engaging in physical activity, and listening to music. At Cottrell Chiropractic, providing attentive, individualized, empathetic care is the primary focus.

Dr. Cottrell specializes in musculoskeletal disorders and utilizes both low-force and manual adjusting techniques, other therapeutic methods, and even home-care remedies.

Dr. Cottrell treats patients from Issaquah, King County, and the greater Seattle, Washington, area with numerous ailments including headaches, back pain, sports injuries, and muscle tension.

With flexible hours, same-day appointments, and emergency care available on request, convenience is another focus that has the patient experience at the forefront. Dr. Cottrell realizes that taking a new road of health treatment can be taxing, and he assists patients every step of the way. Call or book your appointment online.

Having a trusted chiropractor with whom patients have a relationship is an important part of an overall wellness and health care plan. At Pinnacle Health Chiropractic in Kirkland, patients are under the expert care of Jason Ablett, DC. His Kirkland, Washington practice is conveniently located near the cities of Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue, Washington.

Dr. Ablett earned his doctor of chiropractic from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, which is one of the top four science-based chiropractic programs in the United States. After graduating chiropractic school, Dr. Ablett worked alongside one of Beverly Hills, California’s leading orthopedic surgeons, Dr. Michael Roback. Together, they helped patients with disability evaluation and management. Dr. Ablett went on to work with a top Pasadena-based orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Philip Sobol, with whom he was responsible for treating pre-operative and post-operative patients.

Although Dr. Ablett is an established expert in all types of pain relief and modern treatments, his specialty is myofascial injuries. Using the latest myofascial release methods, Dr. Ablett has helped numerous patients who have long-term muscle pain. Dr. Ablett has extensive training in offering treatments such as joint mobilization, active release, traction, functional rehabilitation, and more. The practice of Pinnacle Health Chiropractic is currently accepting new patients who are suffering from an injury, widespread pain, arthritis, or other type of pain-causing health issue.

Dr. David Bahm opened Pine Lake Chiropractic Clinic in January 1990, and has been in practice here continuously since. He is the longest-tenured chiropractor in Sammamish. Dr. Bahm moved to Issaquah in 1988. Later that year, he volunteered with the Issaquah Salmon Days Festival; more than thirty years later he continues to volunteer every year. Other volunteer involvement has included roles with the YMCA, Issaquah Chamber of Commerce, Little League coach and umpire, Boy Scout leader, and ski school chaperone. Dr. Bahm resided in Sammamish from 1988 until 2013 when he and his wife moved to downtown Seattle. An avid bicyclist, he averages 3000 miles per year. Off the bike, he loves to hike and climb mountains. Dr. Bahm and his wife travel the world, in search of adventures in places they haven’t seen before. Recent travels have taken them to Australia, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Peru, Turkey, and Spain.

Having a trusted chiropractor with whom patients have a relationship is an important part of an overall wellness and health care plan. At Pinnacle Health Chiropractic in Kirkland, patients are under the expert care of Jason Ablett, DC. His Kirkland, Washington practice is conveniently located near the cities of Seattle, Redmond, and Bellevue, Washington.

Dr. Ablett earned his doctor of chiropractic from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, which is one of the top four science-based chiropractic programs in the United States. After graduating chiropractic school, Dr. Ablett worked alongside one of Beverly Hills, California’s leading orthopedic surgeons, Dr. Michael Roback. Together, they helped patients with disability evaluation and management. Dr. Ablett went on to work with a top Pasadena-based orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Philip Sobol, with whom he was responsible for treating pre-operative and post-operative patients.

Although Dr. Ablett is an established expert in all types of pain relief and modern treatments, his specialty is myofascial injuries. Using the latest myofascial release methods, Dr. Ablett has helped numerous patients who have long-term muscle pain. Dr. Ablett has extensive training in offering treatments such as joint mobilization, active release, traction, functional rehabilitation, and more. The practice of Pinnacle Health Chiropractic is currently accepting new patients who are suffering from an injury, widespread pain, arthritis, or other type of pain-causing health issue.

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For nearly 20 years, Dr. Steven Watson has been providing the community with clinical excellence. Dr. Watson is a primary treating physician for both car accident and Labor and Industry (L&I) work injuries. Consultations are free, and referrals, although welcomed, aren’t necessary.

At Watson Chiropractic, Dr. Watson provides thorough diagnoses, effective treatment protocols, and supportable treatment plans that are evidence-based. Your injuries must be correctly diagnosed and documented to qualify for treatment and compensation benefits from insurance carriers. 

Dr. Watson has invested in countless hours of continuing education, acquiring the technology necessary to measure the severity of common car accident injuries and work-related injuries. He uses the most advanced diagnostic tools available and documents findings using evidence-based injury guidelines. Through his procedures, Dr. Watson can communicate that the diagnosis and ensuing treatment was necessary, effective, and efficient.

Dr. Watson focuses on helping patients escape long-term pain through efforts to minimize the potential for future problems. If you’ve been injured in a car accident or through a work injury, consult with Dr. Watson about your next steps.

 

For nearly 20 years, Dr. Steven Watson has been providing the community with clinical excellence. Dr. Watson is a primary treating physician for both car accident and Labor and Industry (L&I) work injuries. Consultations are free, and referrals, although welcomed, aren’t necessary.

At Watson Chiropractic, Dr. Watson provides thorough diagnoses, effective treatment protocols, and supportable treatment plans that are evidence-based. Your injuries must be correctly diagnosed and documented to qualify for treatment and compensation benefits from insurance carriers. 

Dr. Watson has invested in countless hours of continuing education, acquiring the technology necessary to measure the severity of common car accident injuries and work-related injuries. He uses the most advanced diagnostic tools available and documents findings using evidence-based injury guidelines. Through his procedures, Dr. Watson can communicate that the diagnosis and ensuing treatment was necessary, effective, and efficient.

Dr. Watson focuses on helping patients escape long-term pain through efforts to minimize the potential for future problems. If you’ve been injured in a car accident or through a work injury, consult with Dr. Watson about your next steps.

 

ProActive Spine Care provides comprehensive chiropractic care and pain relief to residents of Tacoma, South Puget Sound, and University Place from their state-of-the-art facility in Fircrest, Washington. At ProActive Spine Care, the focus is on developing truly individualized care. For every patient, they choose from hundreds of chiropractic techniques and manual therapy options to design a treatment plan uniquely suited for that person’s optimal recovery.

You may hear them say, “Old school is not good enough,” which describes their dedication to integrating the latest information with leading-edge approaches. The Director of ProActive Spine Care, Dr. Austin McMillin, has researched and developed innovative rehabilitation techniques that are available at their facility and at other spine care centers across the country.

Offering quality treatment doesn’t just apply to services like chiropractic adjustments, manual therapy, functional rehabilitation, massage therapy, and nutritional counseling. Patients at ProActive Spine Care also have Patient Care Coordinators who work with them every step of the way to ensure smooth delivery of care and to be sure patients are more than satisfied with their treatment.

The team at ProActive Spine Care offers superior pain relief and effective treatment for diverse health issues such as:  

• Lower back pain
• Neck pain
• Shoulder pain
• Sciatica
• Migraines and headaches
• Whiplash
• Spine injuries
• Sports injuries
• Fibromyalgia
• Arthritis
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Plantar fasciitis
• Temporomandibular joint disorder

Learn more about Dr. McMillin and his decades of experience here!