Meet the team
Meagan Nelson
Co-Owner and Director of Operations
Meagan was raised in Wichita, KS. She and her family moved to Kansas once her dad retired from the Navy. Growing up she was very active in soccer, volleyball, basketball, and water sports. She later on went to play soccer in college at Tabor College and Friends University, which is where she met Dr. Zach!
During undergrad, Meagan studied biology and learned about anatomy, physiology and the human body. When Dr. Zach first started attending classes in chiropractic school, it really peaked her interest because she always loved learning about human anatomy, physiology, and brain health in school. Growing up active and healthy, Meagan never had any prior experience with chiropractic and thought it was only for those who experienced headaches, neck pain, or back pain. After learning more about the benefits of chiropractic care while Dr. Zach was in school, she realized she needed to start care proactively to be optimally healthy.
When Dr. Zach mentioned the idea of opening a chiropractic office, Meagan was eager to dive in! She is beyond excited to share the benefits of chiropractic care and bring family-centered, Neurologically-Based Chiropractic Care to the surrounding Merriam, KS communities through Vita Chiropractic.
Emma
Office Manager & Clinical Chiropractic Assistant
Emma grew up in Seneca, KS, a small-town northwest of Kansas City. She attended Baker University where she studied Public Health and Lifestyle Medicine. From a young age Emma had a passion for health and wellness. She grew up playing sports in high school and got more interested in learning how nutrition affects a person’s health. During Emma’s sophomore year of high school, she suffered a sports injury that led her to chiropractic care. Through her already blossoming passion for health and wellness as well as chiropractic care, it was clear to Emma that she had a heart to help people overcome obstacles that stop them from optimizing their health.
At Vita, Emma is able to continue to gain knowledge about health and wellness and help others do the same. While she already knew about chiropractic care before joining the Vita team, Vita's neurologically based approach intrigued her. She was amazed at how people were healing functionally and getting to the root cause of their symptoms, rather than masking them with “quick fixes”.
Emma has experienced a total shift in her body’s nervous system in response to her adjustments. Not only does she have limited pain, but also notices better sleep quality, improvements in immune function, and overall feels more relaxed, rested, and calm!
Emma loves working at Vita Chiropractic and serving others in their health and wellness journey. Being able to build relationships with practice members and see life-changing transformations in other people’s lives is very rewarding for Emma. She is excited to be part of the positive community at Vita!
Do I need to have a “problem” or an “issue” to get started with care?
No. Usually a symptom is the last phase of tissue injury - stiffness and mild discomfort or occasional pain that “comes and goes” are some early indicators. As a neurologically based chiropractic office, we focus on proactive health measures and thorough exams so we detect problem areas before symptoms arise.
How long will my first appointment be?
Your first visit will last about 60 minutes.
Insurance or No Insurance?
We are in-network with most major insurance providers. Unsure if chiropractic care is covered by your insurance? Bring in a copy of your ID and insurance card and our team will do a complimentary benefits check for you!
No insurance? No problem! We serve many individuals and families that do not have insurance or that have non-traditional health share plans. For any out of network plans or health share plans, our team will supply you with a detailed superbill.
No matter if you have insurance, or not, you will always be informed of any cost prior to receiving a service.
What is included in my first visit?
The first visit will give us an opportunity to connect with you, listen to your concerns, and discuss goals for your health. We will conduct a thorough consultation to gather information on your past and current experiences that have contributed to where you are now. You will also receive a thorough palpation and postural examination to help our doctors assess how your spine and nervous system are functioning. If recommended by the doctors, chiropractic postural x-rays will be taken as well.
Do you take x-rays?
Yes. At Vita Chiropractic, we have an on-site digital x-ray suite for your convenience and cost effectiveness. Most practice members, if not pregnant, will receive x-rays as part of our examination process.
What happens next?
Getting scheduled for your initial examination is just the first step towards your road to optimal health. After you submit your appointment request, you will receive a call from our team within 24 hours on business days. Once your appointment date and time are confirmed with a call from our team, you will be instructed to complete new patient forms prior to your visit. Those forms will take approximately 15 minutes to complete and can be found on our website. If at any time a scheduling conflict arises, please give us a call so we can make accommodations to reschedule your first visit.
How is treatment structured?
Each practice member undergoes a thorough health history consultation on their first visit to assess their specific chiropractic needs and health goals. This thorough visit allows our doctors to create a specific care plan for each individual who comes through our doors. Our focus is to help patients reach their health goals and serve their bigger purpose. Our doctors tailor care plans for corrective results, not just temporary change!
