Introducing Gig Harbor Chiropractor Dr. John Burki

Dr. John W. Burki is a caring professional, focused and dedicated to the health and well being of his patients, family and friends.

Gig Harbor Chiropractor Dr. John BurkiDr. Burki was born in Tacoma, WA. He was raised in University Place, where he attended Life Christian Academy, Curtis Junior and Senior High School. Dr. Burki was active in football in the fall, track and field during the Spring and was an avid snowboarder during the Winter. He holds a Chiropractortor of Chiropractic degree from Life Chiropractic College West and studied as an undergraduate in the Pre-Med program at Washington State University. Dr. Burki has been involved with the field of chiropractic medicine for over 6 years, specializing in auto, work and sports injuries as well as family wellness care.

Dr. Burki's first encounter with Chiropractic was as a young child. A series of football injuries, asthma and migraine headaches prompted him to see a chiropractor after repeated conventional treatment failed. Impressed by the improvement in his health and function following chiropractic care, Dr. Burki planned a career path in which he could help others the way he was helped as a child.

Dr. Burki maintains a license to practice Chiropractic in Washington State. He has also completed the National Boards Parts I, II, III, IV and Physiotherapy examinations accepted throughout the United States.

In addition to having extensive practical experience as a former clinic director, Dr. Burki attends courses and seminars constantly updating his knowledge in the field of Chiropractic.

Dr. Burki has enjoyed a high success rate with stabilizing displaced spinal discs. He has adopted and mastered cutting edge examination methodology and developed a system of X-ray analysis to screen out potential health risks.

His interest in sports chiropractic and in his community has led him to participate as the Curtis High School football team's chiropractor and as the 24 hour Fitness Gym chiropractor.

Dr. Burki is active in enhanced levels of snowboarding, weightlifting, basketball, golf and racquetball.

A firm believer in the basic worth of every individual and the incredible healing power of the body, Dr. Burki is a true Dr. for the people.

Education:

Life Chiropractic College West- Degree: Chiropractortorate of Chiropractic- 9/1995-6/1999
Washington State University- Undergraduate Study: Pre-Med- 8/93-8/95
Curtis Senior High School- Degree: College Preparatory- 9/90-6/93

Accreditation:

National Board Certified Parts I,II,III,IV and Physiotherapy Examinations

Licenses:

License to practice chiropractic in Washington State
National Board of Chiropractic Examiners

Advanced Training:

Diplomate Program for Chiropractic Neurologists
Whiplash Traumatology
Athletic Traumatology
Gonstead Clinical Studies Society
Chiropractic Pediatrics
Labor and Industries/Worker's Compensation

Professional Society:

American Chiropractic Association
International Chiropractic Association
International Chiropractic Pediatric Association
Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research
World Federation of Chiropractors
National Headache Foundation
World Cervicogenic Headache Society

Consultant:

Curtis High School Football Team, university Place, WA
24-Hour Fitness, Lakewood, WA

Honors:

Excellence in Clinic Award for outstanding patient care throughout clinic internship, Life Chiropractic College West 1999
Who's Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges 1999
Deans List for Academic Achievement, Life Chiropractic college West 1997

Founder:

Burki Chiropractic Center, Gig Harbor, WA

Subscribe to our Gig Harbor chiropractic newsletter Free Newsletter

Receive free professional health tips on topics that interest you.
 
 
Select Topics:
Backaches & Sciatica
Headaches & Neck Pain
Wellness Topics
Diet & Nutrition
Exercise & Fitness
Women's Health Issues
Children's Health Issues
Stress Management

Dr. John Asks some important questions of interest to Gig Harbor residents - Chiropractor Gig Harbor Dr. John Asks...

Why does chiropractic work?
Chiropractic works because your nervous system, consisting of your brain, spinal cord and all the nerves of your body, controls and regulates every cell, tissue, organ and system of your body. A chiropractor locates and reduces areas of nervous system compromise (usually along the spine) so your capacity to heal is restored. Chiropractic works by helping your body work as it was designed.
How do most people deal with vertebral subluxation complexes?
First, they try to ignore them. When they don't, they go to the medicine cabinet to stop their brain from feeling the symptom. Later, back surgery may be threatened. Sadly, it's not until this later stage that they consult our Gig Harbor chiropractic office. Yet, even with the delay, most are delighted by the results produced by today's chiropractic care. Contact us and let's get started.