Education

BA, Sports Medicine and  Athletic Training, University of the Pacific
Doctor of Chiropractic, National University of Health Sciences

Certifications

Webster Technique, ICPA
Mercier Therapy Practitioner

About Me

Dr. Brook Merkel is a board certified chiropractor and acupuncturist who focuses on women's reproductive health. She holds an undergraduate degree in Athletic Training and Sports Medicine and a Doctoral degree in Chiropractic Medicine.  She has extensive clinical experience working in the field of rehabilitation, sports medicine, pregnancy, fertility, and acupuncture.  She has attended and completed many post-doctoral seminars on pregnancy, fertility, pediatrics, functional movement/rehabilitation, and functional medicine. 

"It is my goal to support, inform, and empower women from conception through parenthood. As a mother of two, I understand the challenges and changes that may occur, both physically and emotionally, and have an immense amount of empathy for those going through them. I have witnessed the power that connection and support has on women during these incredible transitions and I am humbled, blessed, and thankful to support women during these times." - Dr. Brook

WHAT IS YOUR APPROACH?

 I take a holistic and multidisciplinary approach to women's health utilizing chiropractic adjustment techniques, pelvic visceral manipulation techniques, functional rehabilitation, nutrition, acupuncture and self-care education. I emphasize restoring balance to the body to optimize function. My goal is to provide inspire and empower a new model of self-care by providing women with the tools to manage their situation or condition. I truly believe being connected to the process of healing is powerful and taking ownership of the process allows for more consistent progress and overall improvement. I teach women how to become more in-tune with their bodies and how to use this information to make the necessary changes to improve their health. When you are attune to the things your body is telling you, you can provide yourself the self-care you need, restore proper balance, and improve your ability to heal.