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Dr. Ron Schmeltzer, D.C.
  Dr. Ron
Doctor of Chiropractic
Chiropractic first appeared in Ron Schmeltzer's life at 18 years old. "I was in desperate pain. My right leg was numb, by lower back was killing me, my right shoulder was frozen, I had allergies and asthma, and I suffered from headaches. I had 5 years of medical treatments without any appreciable or lasting results. Within 1 month of chiropractic care, my pain was gone. Within a year, I was as good as new. With my new body, I became faster, stronger, and more coordinated. I became captain of my college basketball team and received state and national honors. Afterwards, I ran marathons. Whereas, I was unable to run short distances without excruciating pain, I was then able to run 50-70 miles a week-regularly. These remarkable changes led me to become a Chiropractor".
In December 1981, Dr Schmeltzer opened his practice on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. With a burning desire to help people, he gave lectures, spoke on radio and TV, and wrote hundreds of articles spreading his message of natural healing. Within 5 years, he had built the largest and most renowned Chiropractic practice in New York City. His combined expertise in Chiropractic techniques, Physio-therapeutics, Sports Injuries and Athletic Training, enabled him to become the chiropractor for the Goodwill games and NYC Marathon. Professional athletes from all over the world consulted him for their conditions. He came to take care of many of the New York Knicks. Walt Frazier and Earl Monroe to name a few. From the world of entertainment, Dr Ron cared for many celebrities. Mel Gibson, Madonna, Andy Garcia, Ben Affleck, Mickey Mantle, Al Jarreau, Philicia Rachad, Gloria Steinem, Raquel Welch, Linda Evans...the list goes on to include leaders in fashion, business, government, media, and delegates at the United Nations. He became the chiropractor for many dance companies. Martha Graham, American Ballet Theatre, Radio City Christmas Spectacular... all came to Dr Ron for his expertise with dance and athletic inj
Education
Dr Ron Schmeltzer DC graduated State University at Stony Brook in 1977 with a B.S. in Biology. He received his doctorate degree at New York Chiropractic College in August 1981. He graduated summa cum laude and was recognized to have developed the largest intern practice in NYCC history.
Qualifications
Dr Schmeltzer then reached out to people in the medical community. He teamed up with many MD's and nurses who were open to natural healing. Many MD's saw the effectiveness of his work and helped support Dr Ron's inclusion into the medical system. He spoke at many NY Hospital's. He lectured to Emergency Room physicians about emergency back care, he taught spinal hygiene and posture, ergonomics, prevention, and musculo-skeletal diagnosis and treatment to hospital staff. He was well received and formed a trust between DC's and MD's.
Dr Schmeltzer has been a nationally recognized Chiropractic speaker and teacher for over 20 years. He speaks regularly at national conferences and has taught at Life Chiropractic College. He is a former Board of Director of Life University. His lectures are all based on his deep conviction and belief in natural healing. Dr Ron quotes Hippocrates, the Father of Medicine, "Physician, heal thyself". Only one who has healed can heal others. I am passionate about helping others...it is what I do best! My life changed when I was helped and I've dedicated myself to do the same for others.
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