A Winning Team of Professionals.
The doctors at Baldwin Chiropractic are highly qualified professionals—all of whom work toward a common goal of providing you with the best chiropractic care possible. To us, that means combining the best in advanced treatments with the finest in personalized care. We know you don’t go to a chiropractor to be cared for by a machine, and that is why a high priority is placed on hands-on treatment, patient education and open communication. You can count on the doctors and staff at Baldwin Chiropractic to take the time to answer your questions, address your concerns, and discuss your treatment.
Dr. Garry Baldwin
My friends and family thought I was crazy. I had a good job and a nice home, and now I wanted to become a chiropractor. My father in law actually said to me, “I thought you were an idiot.” Giving up a job and a home was something you just didn’t do in his generation. Now he tells me how proud he is of me! What a great feeling.
I graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire as a business major, and than became a chiropractor… what a change. When I received my BBA, I had no vision of my future what I wanted to do or where I wanted to do it. Someone told be I couldn’t succeed without a master’s degree. I was depressed with the thought that I had to return to school. As I was desperately mulling my options, my best college friend invited me to his chiropractic graduation. I went for a party but returned with an unexpected gift. I came back knowing that I wanted to be a chiropractor. I met students who were ecstatic about their future and chiropractic. I met doctors who were excited that I might consider becoming a chiropractor. I knew in my heart that this friend’s graduation was my chance to become something bigger than me. I would be doing something that had a purpose and a future. The gift I received was chiropractic.
I was excited beyond words. I came home and told my brand new wife that I wanted to become a chiropractor. Susie didn’t even flinch. She said that if that made me happy, she would support me 100%. She did, and I have been married over 28 years to the same fantastic woman.
The most valuable and useful tool I have is my education. Over the years I’ve worked hard – strengthening and building on it—until I earned certification from the International Chiropractic Association as a Diplomate in Applied Chiropractic Sciences (DACS). Though I’m proud to be a part of this select group of chiropractic professionals, I’m also grounded in the knowledge that the skills and techniques I’ve learned along the way are what enable me to improve the lives of others.
DACS:
Life Chiropractic College West
, 1994
DC:
Life Chiropractic College, Marietta
, Georgia 1984
BBA:
Business, University of Wisconsin, Eau Claire
, 1978
Staying active in various professional organizations and committees is one of the most effective ways my colleagues and I maintain and promote overall excellence in the field of chiropractic. It also ensures that I am providing my patients with the most advanced techniques and treatments possible.
Committee memberships: Past President of the Washington State Chiropractic Association 2004; Member of the Washington State Quality Assurance Commission; Insurance Committee of the Washington State Chiropractic Association; Washington State Peer Review; Washington Chiropractic Trust; Chiropractic Federation of Washington.
Professional memberships: International Chiropractic Association, Washington State Chiropractic Association, Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research
Chiropractic Positions and awards: Advisor for the Institute of Musculoskeletal Medicine; Adjunct Professor for Western States Chiropractic College; WSCA Volunteer of the Year 2001, WSCA Outstanding Service Award 2000, President of Adjust Plus Seminars, Chiropractor of the Year 2004, Presidents Gavel Award 2004, Presidents Award 2006.
Dr. Douglas Mook
Dr. Mook graduated Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic with honors. Along with his chiropractic studies, he tutored anatomy, microbiology, and spinal anatomy as part of an approved work study program. He has successfully completed the National Board requirements for parts 1-4 and physiotherapy. He has competency in various chiropractic techniques including Gonstead, extremity adjusting, and animal adjusting. He has also had specific education in geriatric and pediatric care. Dr. Mook has been with Baldwin Chiropractic since 2002.
Education
Doctor of Chiropractic Degree
Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic Spartanburg, SC 1999-2002.
Bachelor’s degree: Excelsior College, Albany, NY
Member of the Washington State Chiropractic Association.
Doug lives in Kent with his wife, and their daughter Zoe. They also share their home with their two dogs.
Dr. Mariam Gedevanishvili
I was born and raised in the Republic of Georgia (part of the former USSR). I came to the USA in 1996 and have been a proud member of the Baldwin Chiropractic team since September 1998.
While practicing as a medical doctor in the Republic of Georgia, I always tried to find the cause of the problem and never was interested in camouflaging the symptoms with medicine. Recently, healthy nutrition and a physically active lifestyle have become my passion, and I received my certified nutritional therapist degree from Seattle Central Community College last year.
M.D.: Medical University of the Republic of Georgia (former USSR), 1992
CNT: Seattle Central Community Collage, 2005
Member of the Nutritional Therapy Association
Here at Baldwin Chiropractic, I have been able to promote my interest in the holistic approach to health by assisting patients with spinal rehabilitation with personalized training, and I am available to do nutritional counseling.
I very much enjoy spending time with my wonderful 14 year old son. We enjoy traveling and camping more then anything.
Enough about us! How can we help you with today’s safe and natural chiropractic care? Give us a call so we can help you take your first step towards better health.
Dr. Courtney Bostjancic
I have to say I am one of those lucky ones in this world that loves getting up and going to my job. I grew up in a chiropractic family and always knew how wonderful chiropractic care is. Believe me I tried other jobs; I was a ballerina until the age of 18. I spent a year with the Fort Worth Dallas Ballet and never had any injuries during that time compared to many others I danced with. I contribute that success to regular chiropractic care. It was during my ballet experience, I realized how vital being able to move is. Looking back on that experience it makes me realize how people who move properly lead healthier lives.
After leaving the ballet world I went on to school where I received my B.A. in biology from Seattle Pacific University. After graduating with honors from SPU, I went to Life Chiropractic College West in Hayward California where I obtained my Doctorate of Chiropractic. I was trained in techniques such as Activator, Gonstead, Diversified, Thompson, and Extremity Adjusting.
I have been married to my husband Mike for over two years. Most of that time was spent when we were both in school at Life Chiropractic College West becoming chiropractors. Other than chiropractic, we enjoy spending time fixing up our house, our silly cats, and Formula 1 racing.
As your chiropractor I want to allow your body to reach its fullest health potential by restoring proper function and spinal motion allowing the highest level of nerve function possible…..What does that mean? You are Healthier!!
Education
Doctor of Chiropractic
Life Chiropractic College West, Hayward, CA 2004-2007
Bachelors of Arts- Biology
Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA 2001-2004
Member of the Washington State Chiropractic Association
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