Spotlight on Chiropractic Services

The Medical Center’s Visiting Specialist program has a well-rounded list of specialty physicians. Along with the 20-plus traditional M.D. specialists, there are chiropractic services including practitioners David F. Coppola, DC; Howard Furshman, DC; and Jesse Suess, DC, CCSP*.

In a recent interview, Dr. Suess discusses how to optimize longevity and performance in the recreational athlete and shares the following valuable information:

For many high-level recreational athletes, sports are more than just a pastime — they’re a way of life. Whether you’re on the golf course, dominating a pickleball match, or engaged in an intense game of tennis, maintaining peak performance and longevity is essential. The key to longevity and success is building your own multidisciplinary healthcare team to prevent injuries, enhance performance and sustain an active lifestyle for years to come.

A well-rounded medical team should include both conservative and interventional healthcare providers, ensuring a proactive and reactive approach to performance optimization.

Conservative Care Providers focus on maintenance, recovery and injury prevention and include chiropractors, physical therapists, massage therapists, acupuncturists, nutritionists and dieticians.

Interventional Specialists: For more serious injuries or conditions requiring advanced care, these providers play a crucial role and include orthopedists, podiatrists, pain management specialists and regenerative medicine specialists.

Collaboration is Key: Avoiding the Healthcare Silo Effect

One of the biggest obstacles in sports medicine is the lack of collaboration between specialists. Too often healthcare providers work in silos, each focusing solely on their own discipline without considering the bigger picture. This fragmented approach can lead to inconsistent care, miscommunication and prolonged recovery times.

For the best results, your medical team should operate with a patient-first mentality, prioritizing communication and teamwork, and each provider should be aligned with your overall wellness strategy.

You can make an appointment with Dr. Suess here. He will be seeing patients at the Medical Center on Wednesday, April 30.

*Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician