Unlike conventional medicine, which focuses on attempting to treat disease once it occurs, Discover Chiropractic emphasizes improving your health in an effort to reduce the risk of pain and illness in the first place. Most people would rather be healthy and avoid illness if they could. This is one of the main reasons for the big surge in the popularity of our wellness center.
For some, Discover Chiropractic will take them back to a place that is cozy and familiar, offering a rediscovery of health and wellness that had been previously known but long lost. For others, the journey may offer a new center, one never before experienced.
People are recognizing the benefit of seeking an alternative to traditional medicine; one that will help them achieve and maintain optimal health. Please take the time to meet the doctor, team, and our wellness network dedicated to helping you achieve your wellness objectives. To fully understand the nature of your health we recommend you join our free website membership program. As a patient at Discover Chiropractic, we will personally tailor a wellness program specifically targeted to your wellness needs using the least invasive yet highly effective techniques and services.
Chiropractor
Dr. Vanessa Anderson Dr. Anderson graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1990, after attending Western Michigan University for undergraduate studies. While at Palmer, Dr. Anderson was the secretary of Student Council, Campus Guide Vice President, a rep for the International Chiropractic Association and a member of the Academic review committee.
Chiropractor
Dr. Westin Schmidt was born and raised in the Quad Cities. He graduated Palmer College of Chiropractic after completing his Bachelor’s Degree in Health Science from the University of Iowa. Dr. Schmidt has spent hours devoted to extracurricular seminars learning techniques for analyzing and adjusting the spine and extremities.
Hannah has graduated with a bachelor's in Business Management and now seeks a second bachelor's degree in Software Development. She loves spending her spare time with her daughter Noelle. Hannah enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, kayaking, and playing at the park with her daughter. During the winter she loves reading, playing strategic board games, and snuggling with her dogs and sphynx cat.
Michelle was born in Coleta Illinois where she grew up as a Midwest farmers daughter. She has recently moved to the quad cities and loves the area. She graduated from Weston Distance University with a billing and coding degree. She is happily married to a wonderful man who happens to be her best friend. Together they have 5 children, and 3 grandchildren. They love to catch trophy catfish and go deer hunting. Michelle also enjoys gardening and baking.
Massage Therapist
Diego was born in the Quad Cities and became a Certified Massage Therapist in 2019 through Capri College. In Diego's free time he enjoys playing disc golf, tennis, taking hikes, and road trips. He enjoys music, playing guitar, and staying active in the gym.
Emily is from Bellevue Iowa. She became a Certified Massage Therapist after attending Capri College in December of 2013. Emily loves spending time with her 14 year old daughter, and spending time outdoors. She enjoys hiking, kayaking, fishing, and attending concerts.
Born and raised in Muscatine, Iowa, Kylie became a certified massage therapist through Orion technical college. She looks forward to using her massage therapy skills to serve the greater Quad City Area. In her free time Kylie enjoys spending time outdoors, listening to music and singing, and also enjoys spending time with friends and family.
Originally from Lake Orion, Michigan, Cami moved to Orion, Illinois and is a 1989 graduate of Carlson College of Massage Therapy. Here she first started working with Dr. Anderson and ran her own clinic, Holistic Approach, until life took her in a different direction with her husband, Jim, two bonus kids and 3 more together. She and Jim started a welding and fabrication shop, Schwenco, where she developed a love for welding SticFigs. Cami is very involved in her church and the annual Tug Fest. 2023 will be 21 years of "tugging" the rope for Illinois
Tiffany is from Geneseo Illinois. She is currently a teacher in the Rock Island School District. At our office she helps behind the scenes with managing the electronic health records. She has a son who is in the Marines, and in her free time she enjoys spending time with family and friends as well as being outdoors.
Chiropractic Assistant
Dr. Vanessa Andersons trusty chiropractic assistant.