Lifecare Chiropractic is conveniently located on Alma School Road, just south of the Superstition Freeway/Highway 60 in Mesa, Arizona. Here’s a link to our map and directions for more detail on our office location. Call (480) 839-2273 today for your appointment and be sure to mention you found our website!

Meet our Doctors

Dr. James Bogash

I’m one of those unusual individuals that really, really enjoyed my cellular physiology class in graduate school. I am still fascinated by physiology, and I’m always learning more about the human body. In a typical month, I scan more than one hundred peer-reviewed medical journals, looking for the latest research on natural medicine, nutrition, disease prevention and disease management. I am also constantly researching and learning about the best methods of soft-tissue treatment so that my patients can obtain the best outcomes possible.

If you are interested in my views about the latest medical studies, you can read them here: Latest Evidence-Based Findings.

The focus of my practice is Functional Medicine. What does this mean for you? It means that I am primarily concerned with the finding causes of your problems, and the ways by which we can prevent them from recurring, rather than narrowly focusing on your symptoms. It means that I am concerned with your entire medical history and lifestyle, and the ways that these factors impact your health. If you come to me with low back pain, for example, I will look for all of the factors that are contributing to your pain and all of the methods by which we can prevent the pain from recurring.

In addition to my love of chiropractic medicine, I have a great interest in fitness. I have seriously studied the martial arts for over fifteen years. I have a black belt in Isshinryu karate and I’m an apprentice instructor of Progressive Fighting Systems (PFS). I promise not to confuse the martial arts and the chiropractic training!

Education and Community Involvement

National University of Health Sciences, 1997

Board Member and member of AZ Association of Chiropractic

Board Member and member of Kiwanis Club of Tempe

MUAC (manipulation under anesthesia certified)

Graston Technique certified

Cox Distraction Technique certified

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Dr. Amy Strock

I discovered how powerful Chiropractic care is at an early age. I suffered from ear infections that weren’t helped by trips to the medical doctor. The most relief came from chiropractic care, which allowed my body to heal itself.

My hobbies include hiking, “running”, going to Diamondbacks games, skydiving, and when near a coast, scuba diving, water skiing, and snorkeling (but not fishing, thank you very much!)

Grand Canyon University, B.S., 2002
International Chiropractic Pediatric Association – Pediatric and Pregnancy training, 2004 – 2005
American Association of Chiropractic Acupuncture – training, 2004 – 2005
Parker College of Chiropractic, D.C., 2005
Universidad Estatal del Valle de Ecatapec – Internship, 2005
Member of the Tempe South Rotary
Member of Soroptimist International of Mesa
Member of Girls on the Run of Maricopa County

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Meet our Office Staff

Angela

My name is Angela and I have worked with Lifecare Chiropractic since 2005. When you call, I am usually the person who answers the phone. Since I am at the front desk, I will greet you upon your arrival and coordinate your future appointments. If you have any questions regarding your treatment, supplements, or any of our other services, I am the go-to person who will get the answers you need. When not at work, I like to stay active and am an avid dog lover.

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Meet our Massage Therapists

Melissa

My name is Melissa and I am one of the licensed massage therapists. I have been with Lifecare since 2007. My specialty is deep tissue massages so if you have been in any kind of accident or trauma, I am the one you will see. In my spare time, I like spending time with my friends and family.

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Rick

Hello I’m Rick. I have been a certified massage therapist since late 2008.  My first job was in the physical therapy department of a hospital.  I have been working in conjunction with chiropractic care for some time now, and find it to be incredibly complimentary. My massage consists of deep and light tissue work, as well as range of motion work. Every client is different and therapy must be tailored to fit the individual. I am also certified in Thai massage, which can best be described as “assisted yoga”.

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Marie

Hello, I’m Marie. I am a Nationally Certified massage therapist who specializes in therapeutic musculoskeletal massage with a focus on providing quality treatments to achieve the outcome most important to you – our client!

My philosophy on massage is that every physical body is different and has individual needs. What works well for one may not necessarily work so well for the next. I encourage open and clear communication between me and my clients during your massage session to help me provide what you need today. My career has given me the opportunity to work closely with Physicians, chiropractors, Personal Trainers, Naturopaths, Nutritionists and other Massage professionals. I have over 2000 hours of advanced training in a variety of holistic modalities including Neuromuscular Hot and Cold Stone Treatments, Ashiatsu, Ashi-Thai, Cranial Sacral, Reiki, Thai, Pre & Post Natal Massage and Hypnotherapy.

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