in practice in Irvine, California. Graduated from the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in 1989, Dr. Parker has practiced in Irvine for 17 years. He shares the bottom floor of the Irvine Family Health Center with four medical doctors and three chiropractors, with a policy of open communication, consultation and referrals between the two disciplines.

Dr. Parker's patients include people of all ages and activity levels, from the very sedentary to competetive athletes. His emphasis is on educating the patient about health and how to take care of themselves. He works with athletes of all levels, teaching them about maintaining health and helping give them the competetive edge. He also incorporates nutritional counseling for those who are interested.

Dr. Parker has been into fitness and health since childhood and swam competitively through junior high and high school. He became interested in fitness, and rehabilitation in particular, during chiropractic college when he was severely injured when struck by an automobile while changing a flat tire. He suffered multiple jaw and facial fractures and spinal injuries, with many cuts and bruises. He educated himself about sports nutrition and rehabilitation to aid in his recovery, and he now uses this knowledge to help his patients recover from injuries and attain higher levels of health.