Dr.Suzanne Clare, B.S., D.C., D.A.c, F.I.A.M.A, ADS

Recipient of the prestigious "Founder of Texas Acupuncture" award, Dr. Clare was among those who worked with two governors administrations to achieve licensure status for the acupuncture profession in Texas, and was the first chiropractic doctor to receive that license.

A former Assistant Professor of Clinical Sciences and Nutritional Therapeutics at Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX, Dr. Clare was invited to lecture on both chiropractic and acupuncture techniques to distinguished groups of physicians and other health professionals in China, Sri Lanka, and here in the U.S. A teacher at heart, Dr. Suzanne offers her patients both gentle and effective care, as well as one-on-one instruction and group workshops on subjects ranging from nutrition, exercise, and anti-aging to "how-to" trigger point and acupressure classes.

Professional Qualifications

Over 30 years Dedicated to Professional Excellence * National Board Certified Chiropractic Physician Fellow, International Academy of Medical Acupuncture and the Acupuncture Society of America

• Honors Graduate, Cum Laude, Doctorate in Chiropractic, Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, IA
  
• Diploma in Acupuncture (D.Ac.) Medicina Altervina, Columbo, Sri Lanka
  
• Honors Graduate, Bachelor of Science in Human Biology, Logan College, Chesterfield, MO
  
• Board Certified in Auriculotherapy (non-needle ear acupuncture), Auriculotherapy Certification Institute
  
• Certificates in Nutrition, Homeopathy, and Botanical Medicine by the University of Colorado School of Pharmacy
  
• Certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist (ADS) by the National Acupuncture Detoxification Program
  
• Graduate of the World Health Organization’s Physicians Acupuncture Program, Beijing, China
  
• Board-eligible Naturopathic Medical Doctor (NMD), Southern Medical Institute
  
• Founding member, International Chiropractors’ Association Council on Pediatrics
  
• Member of the North Carolina Chiropractic Association and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
  
• Performed advanced coursework in Women’s Health, trauma care, orthopedics, Chinese Medicine, skin care, and facial rejuvenation techniques (aka acupuncture “face lifts”).
  
• Invited lecturer at U.S. and international universities

Personal Background

Born in Blytheville, Arkansas to a school district superintendent and a social worker, Dr. Clare’s passion for education emerged at an early age. Upon completion of her pre-med and doctorate, Dr. Clare and her husband/partner, Dr. David S. Stewart first served together as faculty at Palmer College and then at Parker College before entering private practice in 1987. Parents of six (ages 38, 36, 34, 17, 16, and 15 – the three youngest adopted from Russia) and grandparents of eight, Drs. Clare and Stewart share both homeschooling duties and their practice, which is focused on individual and customized treatment for people desiring safe, gentle, and natural healing. Both are delighted to speak before civic, professional, and church groups on topics close to their hearts, including wellness and international adoption.

Dr. David S. Stewart, B.S. D.C., C.C.S.T., F.I.A.M.A.

In demand nationally and internationally as a lecturer and consultant in the fields of chiropractic and acupuncture, Dr. Stewart has held positions as Clinical Instructor at the prestigious Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA, and as the Director of Clinics and professor at the Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX.

Invited to Beijing, China by the Chinese National Olympic Team, Dr. Stewart served as an American Chiropractic Association delegate, and trained the Olympic doctors in sport enhancement techniques and trauma cases.

Professional Qualifications

• Doctorate in Chiropractic (D.C.), Cum Laude, Palmer College of Chiropractic
• Certified in Acupuncture, Shanghai Academy of Traditional Chinese Medicine and New York Chiropractic College
• B.S. Cum Laude, Chemistry and Science Education, Campbell University, Buies Creek, NC
• Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic (TX, NC, VA)
• Certified in Acupuncture
• Certified Chiropractic Soft Tissue Trauma Specialist (C.C.S.T.), International Chiropractor’s Association; an expert witness in soft tissue trauma cases
• Associate in Research on low-speed, rear impact auto crash trauma - Texas A&M University and the Spine Research Institute, San Diego, CA
• Master’s Certification in Whiplash Trauma, Spine Research Institute, San Diego, CA
• Certified in impairment ratings per the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment
• Fellow of the International Association of Medical Acupuncture (F.I.A.M.A)
• Certified in Botanical Medicine, University of Colorado School of Pharmacy
• Certified in Biomechanics, Diagnosis and Treatment of Scoliosis, Palmer College and Mawhinny Scoliosis Series
• Chiropractic Orthopedics Diplomate Series
• Chiropractic Neurology Diplomate Series
• Certified in Tuina (Chinese Sports and Trauma Injury Massage), Chinese National Olympic Medical Complex
• Founding member, International Chiropractic Association Council on Pediatrics
• Appointed by Logan College to treat 1984 Virgin Island Olympic Team
• Performed advanced coursework in Nutrition, Physical Therapy, X-Ray diagnosis, Industrial Consulting, acupuncture, and in the management of personal injury cases, depositions, and courtroom testimony.

Personal Background

Born in Roseboro, NC, Dr. Stewart was a high school football all-star and graduated with honors from Campbell University in 1972, having received the Edna Q. Profit Chemistry Award. Following one year as a chemistry teacher and football coach, he worked for nine years as a chemical engineer for the DuPont Corporation before attending Palmer College of Chiropractic. Receiving several clinical and leadership awards upon graduation, Dr. Stewart served as a Clinical Teaching Resident prior to accepting the position as Director of Public Clinics at the Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX. Though he enjoyed teaching, Dr. Stewart desired a more direct involvement in patient care; he entered private practice in 1987.

Married to Dr. Suzanne Clare since 1986, Dr. Stewart is the father of six (ages 38, 36, 34, 17, 16, and 15) and the grandfather of eight. His three youngest children were adopted from Russia. Dr. Stewart is delighted to speak before civic and professional groups on topics ranging from international adoption and traveling in China, to health issues including child seat safety, herbal medicines, acupuncture, and chiropractic.