Carrie T. Sands, D.C.
Dr. Carrie Sands is a native of Michigan. She received her Bachelor's of Science in Biomedicine from Western Michigan University and her doctorate of Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. She has been in practice since 2001. Dr. Sands has set up Sands Chiropractic, a section of Lakewood Health Partners in Lakewood, Colorado and then found her way back to Michigan where she has been in practice since 2003.

This is a "hands on" practice. The primary therapy used is motion palpation. We also utilize McKenzie rehabilitation, exercise protocols and cox flexion-distraction. Dr. Sands is a Webster certified practitioner.

Currently Dr. Sands is working to fulfill her dream of building a chiropractic wellness center. Dr. Sands has continued with her efforts to educate the public; community and serving others is the basis of her practice.

Dr. Sands is involved in several community groups. She has served as president of the local chapter; as well as on the board for the Michigan Association of Chiropractic.

Geoffrey Chau, D.C.
Dr. Geoffrey Chau first came to Kalamazoo in 1992 to work at Bronson Methodist Hospital after receiving his Bachelor of Science degree from Michigan State University. He went on to earn his Doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 2001. Dr. Chau then returned to Michigan and began practicing in Grand Rapids prior to coming back to Kalamazoo.

Dr. Chau utilizes Koren Specific Technique (KST) and Palmer based "hands on" techniques to locate and correct subluxations anywhere in the body while the patient assumes any posture or state (physical or emotional). KST practitioners are able to assess the entire skeletal system including the cranial bones.

KST's light force adjustment is comfortable for patients of all ages. Children and the elderly especially like the gentle approach. Currently Dr. Chau is one of only 3 KST practitioners in Southwest Michigan.

Don Angel, D.C.
Dr. Don Angel is the latest addition to the team at Sands Chiropractic. A native of Metropolitan Detroit, Dr. Angel moved to Kalamazoo in 1987 to attend WMU, and has called west Michigan home ever since.

Dr. Angel is no stranger to helping individuals improve their health, having spent years as a personal trainer and health club owner prior to attending Palmer Chiropractic College in Davenport, Iowa.

Formerly practicing at clinics in both Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo, Dr. Angel now practices exclusively at Sands Chiropractic where he utilizes the diversified, Thompson, and Activator adjusting methods.

Nate Danis, M.T.
Nate Danis, M.T. has been our lead massage therapist since 2005. Nate specializes in deep tissue, range of motions stretches & rehabilitative massage. He received his diploma from Everest Institute (formerly known as Olympia Institute) in 2004.

Nate is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association.

Angela Sugden, M.T.
Angela Sugden, M.T. is trained in Swedish massage as well as deep tissue. Angela also does prenatal, sports and rehabilative massage. Angela has skills beyond her years. She graduated from Everest institute in 2006.

Tamara Spradlin, M.T.
Tamara has been a therapist for 8 years. She is a licensed therapist and has her National Certification. She specializes is treating headaches and back pain issues. Her techniques include myofacial release, trigger point release, neuromuscular therapy, geothermal and deep tissue.

Sandra Neece, M.T.
Sandra graduated from Arizona School of Massage Therapy in 2007. She just returned to Michigan, her home state. Sandra specializes in muscle release, rehabilitative, deep tissue and pin and stretch methods.

Massage Therapy is often a covered benefit under your insurance plan.

Staff includes our chiropractic assistant Mrs. Johnnie Sloan, Conner Hagen, and Sarah Godde.

Sands Chiropractic has expanded into a new location. This larger space has allowed the practice to bring in a second chiropractor as well as additional massage therapists. We are able to offer more classes open to the public. The plan is to also add other practitioners from complimentary fields. Nutrition is an important part of the whole body approach here at Sands. We carry top of the line neutracueticals supplements by Standard Process, Metagenics and Anabolic Labs. Our other products include Foot Levelers orthotics, biofreeze, Thera Band products and water pillows to compliment overall wellness for acute, chronic and maintenance patients.