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Some may say we perform medical miracles, and Dr. Circolone humbly admits the success of your care is due to his medically minded approach to your chiropractic care. At Dr. Nicholas J. Circolone FACO, we are medically minded in our chiropractic approach.
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multidisciplinary healthcare practice
A multidisciplinary healthcare practice that includes medical and chiropractic physicians can offer numerous benefits to patients. Here are some of the key advantages:
Comprehensive Care:
Combining medical and chiropractic expertise, a multidisciplinary practice can provide comprehensive care that addresses various health issues. Patients can benefit from a holistic approach that considers their condition’s physical and medical aspects.
Collaborative Treatment Plans:
Medical and chiropractic physicians can develop treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs. This approach ensures different perspectives and treatment modalities are considered, leading to more effective and personalized care.
Enhanced Diagnosis:
Collaboration between medical and chiropractic physicians can improve diagnostic accuracy. Both professionals bring unique skill sets and diagnostic tools, allowing for a more thorough evaluation of the patient’s condition.
Integrated Treatment:
Patients can receive integrated treatment that combines medical interventions, such as medication or surgery, when necessary, with chiropractic adjustments, manual therapies, rehabilitative exercises, and other non-invasive techniques. This integration can enhance the effectiveness of the treatment and promote faster recovery.
Pain Management:
Multidisciplinary practices can offer a broader range of options. Medical physicians can prescribe medication or injections for acute or chronic pain. In contrast, chiropractic physicians can provide non-pharmacological approaches, such as spinal adjustments, soft tissue therapies, and physical rehabilitation exercises.
Preventive Care:
A multidisciplinary practice can emphasize preventive care, promoting overall health and well-being. Medical physicians can provide screenings, vaccinations, and health education. In contrast, chiropractic physicians can offer lifestyle advice, ergonomic recommendations, and musculoskeletal assessments to help patients maintain optimal health and prevent future issues.
Improved Outcomes:
Research suggests that multidisciplinary approaches can improve patient outcomes. By combining the expertise of medical and chiropractic physicians, patients may experience faster recovery, reduced pain, enhanced functionality, and improved quality of life.
Convenience:
Having medical and chiropractic services available under one roof can enhance convenience for patients. They can save time by scheduling appointments in the same location, receiving coordinated care, and accessing a range of services without reducing the need for multiple referrals or visits to different providers.
Overall:
A multidisciplinary healthcare practice that includes medical and chiropractic physicians can provide patients with comprehensive, collaborative, and personalized care, leading to better health outcomes and an improved patient experience.
meet Dr. Nicholas Circolone D.C., FACO
Dr. Nicholas J. Circolone is a board-certified chiropractic orthopedist with a sub-specialty in manipulation under anesthesia. Dr. Circolone received both his chiropractic and orthopedic fellowship degrees from Palmer College of Chiropractic and is the CEO of Apple Chiropractic.
He is a member of the American and Tennessee Chiropractic Associations, The International Academy of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (IANNIM), and The American College of Chiropractic Orthopedics. He is currently an allied staff member at Erlanger Hospital.
Dr. Circolone is the host of Health Chatt, which aired on Chattanooga’s Talk Radio 102.3 and is now streaming weekly on YouTube and Facebook. He has been a featured guest on WRCB’s 3 Plus You and WDEF’s Let’s Chatt.
Dr. Circolone began practicing in 1992. He served as the team chiropractor for the U.S. Women’s National Olympic Rowing Team and a treating physician in the 1993 World Cup Kayak and Canoe races and oversaw The Athlete Physiology program for the races from 1994 to 1996. He was also the official chiropractor to the Chattanooga Lookouts while owned by the Cincinnati Reds.
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Chaye Schult
Office Coordinator
My name is Chaye Schult. I have worked for Dr. Circolone since August 2015. I love my job and our patients here. I had always wanted a job where I would love to come to work, and I definitely found that here. I have been married to my husband Eric since August 2014, and in 2018 we welcomed our daughter Magnolia into our family. She is our biggest joy in life. I am very blessed with a job where my family and myself are considered family.
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Dr. Nicholas J. Circolone FACO
Chattanooga Office
7446 Shallowford Road
Suite 108
Chattanooga, TN 37421
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Chattanooga Office Phone
423-855-7376
Hours
Monday – Thursday:
7:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Friday – Sunday:
Closed
Sale Creek Office
14402 Dayton Pike
Suite D
Sale Creek, TN 37373
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Sale Creek Office Phone
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