Dr. Ryan Doerge
ChiropractorDr. Doerge was a patient before he became a doctor. After a wrestling
injury to his lower back, where he had shooting electrical pain down his leg,
he thought his wrestling career was over. Thanks to his chiropractor Dr.
Gilbertson, was able to get him to the state tournament, world team trials,
and beyond where he even wrestled in college. If it were not for that injury
he probably would not ever have experienced the miracle of chiropractic
care.
Dr. Doerge completed his undergraduate degree at Highline Community
College in Des Moines, Washington on a wrestling scholarship. Then, he
attended Palmer College of Chiropractic West (PCCW) in San Jose,
California where he earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic. While attending
Palmer College of Chiropractic West he studied techniques such as the
Palmer, Gonstead, Diversified, Activator and Thompson Drop Table
Method. In addition, he has continued extensive postgraduate education
programs in Chiropractic Biophysics, pediatrics, whiplash, auto and work
injuries. Dr. Doerge have also become certified in the Webster Technique,
which is specifically designed to care for pregnant women to relieve and
prevent discomfort during pregnancy. He has over twelve years of
experience in serving his community and donates his time as a wellness
expert speaking on numerous topics on health and wellness. Dr. Doerge
speaks at corporations, community events and schools. He loves educating
people on health and wellness.
When I am not in the office I enjoy spending time with my wife Heather and
two girls Reese and Elle. My favorite hobbies include wrestling, traveling
and being outdoors.
Dr. Michael Young
ChiropractorGrowing up in various parts of western Washington with multiple family members in the healthcare system, Dr. Young knew from a young age that he always wanted to work in healthcare to help people and was always taught to value conservative healthcare. He learned that helping his community with natural methods was the way he wanted to do it. Prior to joining the team at Mill Creek Chiropractic Dr. Young attained his Bachelor of Science at Washington State University in Pullman, Washington with an interest in healthcare, and after completing an internship in with a chiropractor in Moscow, Idaho he became a believer in the miracles offered by chiropractic. After graduating with his bachelor's degree in kinesiology with a minor in psychology he went on to study chiropractic at Western States University in Portland, Oregon where he underwent extensive training in anatomy, biomechanics, and diagnosis of the human body as well as clinical training in chiropractic adjusting, therapeutic exercises, and ergonomic counseling, followed by his preceptor training with a chiropractic office in Redmond, Washington to graduate with his doctorate of chiropractic. Dr. Young enjoys teaching his family, friends and others about the miracles of chiropractic and what they can do for our health. Outside of chiropractic he loves staying active, the great outdoors, and spending time with his St. Bernard, Atlas.
Danielle Smith
Accounts Manager & Imaging TechI first received Chiropractic care when I was just a few hours old. Subluxations can occur during the birthing process. My father was a Chiropractor and I grew up with the knowledge and benefit of Chiropractic. When I was sixteen I worked for my father for four years, then moving down south I took a job in a different field for a year. During that year I decided that Chiropractic is where I was meant to be. I applied here at Mill Creek Chiropractic in February of 1991 and have been here ever since. I love to see people get such great results from Chiropractic and I view Dr. Gilbertson, co-workers and patients all as family. My son Justin has regular maintenance adjustments to keep him aligned also.
I enjoy spending my time with my son Justin and our guinea pigs, with family, camping, and scrap booking.
Cassandra Helvey
Office Manager & New Patient ConciergeI was introduced to chiropractic care when I began working at another chiropractic center. Very quickly, I was able to see the magnitude of what regular chiropractic care does for an individual’s overall health. Receiving regular chiropractic adjustments has decreased my headaches, minimized illness, makes exercising easier among many other advantages. One of the biggest joys of my job is witnessing our patients realize these advantages first hand. I’ve since turned several family members and friends into chiropractic believers as well. My spare time is spent outdoors hiking and camping with my fiancé Ryan or cheering on the Seahawks and Mariners!
Josephine Im
Patient Care RepresentativeI was first a patient at Mill Creek Chiropractic Clinic before I started helping patients here. I had pain in my shoulder day and night, barely ever getting relief. The pain would cause aches in my neck and back. I came to Mill Creek Chiropractic Clinic and began my chiropractic journey for the first time ever. After completing my care plan, the pain in my shoulder was completely gone as were the aches in my neck and back. I also noticed getting fewer and fewer migraines and headaches. I love hearing when patients speak of being free from their daily pain or being able to move better throughout the day! During my free time, I like to spend time with my fiancé, Kyle and our cat, Maci. I also love trying new foods and restaurants in the area. I love traveling and travel often to see my family in California.