Dr. Shafran received additional education and training from the Spine Research Institute of San Diego in whiplash injury traumatology and biomechanics and brain injury traumatology in which he received both advanced and master’s certification. Dr. Shafran is trained in Chiropractic Biophysics and has achieved his basic certification in that technique. Dr. Adam Shafran also received advanced certification for Evaluating Permanent & Partial Impairment utilizing the 5th edition of the AMA Guides. He is a Certified Independent Chiropractic Examiner (C.I.C.E.) governed by the prestigious American Board of Independent Medical Examiners (A.B.I.M.E.). His background and advanced educational training has made him well-equipped as an expert witness and fully qualified to perform independent medical evaluations.

In addition, Dr. Shafran is considered an internationally known health and fitness expert who has appeared and contributed material for global giants like the BBC Worldwide, The Huffington Post, WebMD, Women’s Fitness, Eating Well Magazine, and SoBeFit Magazine. He has co-authored two books “You Can’t Lose Weight Alone: The Partner Power Weight Loss Program,” and “35 Ways To Raise Active Kids.” Dr. Shafran  has hosted and appeared weekly  as “Dr. Fitness” on a very successful radio show in Atlanta, Georgia and has interviewed hundreds of celebrities, NY Times best-selling authors, pro athletes, internationally acclaimed chefs, and inspiring stories. His interviews have included people like Denise Austin, Jillian Michaels, Jack Lalanne, Kathy Smith, Jackie Warner, Marilu Henner, Rocco Dispirito, Devin Alexander, Lisa Lillien (“The Hungry Girl”), Football Legend Mercury Morris, Coach Brad Gilbert, Robby Ginepri,  Dr. Brian Wansink, Dr. Barbara Rolls, Dr. David Kessler, Dr. Gerald Musante, Dr. Jonny Bowden, and countless others. Dr. Shafran has also appeared weekly on ABC Affiliate WAAY-TV in Huntsville, AL as “Ask Dr. Fitness,” and has been featured on “Sports Saturday Night with Fred Kahlil on 11Alive,” NBC affiliate WXIA-TV, Atlanta, Georgia.

Undergraduate: University of North Alabama, Florence, AL. Beta Beta Beta, Sigma Tau Delta, Gamma Beta Phi, National Deans List, Bachelor of Science in Biology.

Graduate: D.C., Life College of Chiropractic, Marietta, GA. Magna cum laude, Pi Tau Delta( International Chiropractic Honor Society), Harvey Lillard Scholarship, Certificate of Merit for Belief System and Performance, Board Certified National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Physiotherapy, Board Certified, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners, Part I-IV, 120 Hours Physiological Therapeutics for Chiropractors, Gonstead Club, Activator Club, Thompson Club.

Internship: In Woodstock, GA, treated Mixed Martial Arts Combatants at local Tae Kwon Do studio, created newsletters and conducted practice management with doctor’s supervision, also educated children in Woodstock area day care centers about spine health.

Techniques
Well versed in Thompson, Gonstead,Diversified,Activator, soft tissue therapies, and physiological therapeutics.

Post Graduate: Currently training in Chiropractic BioPhysics, Certificate in training from the Spine Research Institute of San Diego, McKenzie Diagnosis and therapy part A. Chiropractic research The Year in Review, Coding and Clinical Documentation/Document Risk Management, Neurology Update, Research Methods and Upper Extremities.

Community Interest
Being from a neighboring community, I feel as though I have a vested interest in the overall health of our region. My commitment to the community is to educate, inform, involve, and empower my patients in making sound decisions when it comes to health care and wellness. Having a strong presence in the community, and speaking to the public will provide the vehicle needed to facilitate awareness and impact the wellness of the region.

Member: Alabama State Chiropractic Association, North Alabama Chiropractic Society (Secretary/Treasurer) 2010-2012, and the American Chiropractic Association, Business Networking International Vice President 2011-2012.

I feel as though by working cooperatively with my fellow doctors, multiple solutions can be reached when seeking answers. I am proud to join North Alabama Spine and Rehab and I look forward to creating a unique synergy beneficial for all patients.

She has a multitude of physical therapy experience and talents and has owned and operated several PT outpatient clinics in the past. She is a Master Certified Vestibular Therapist as well and enjoys working in different settings. She loves interacting with her patients and has a huge desire to help serve her patients as best she can so they can get the results they deserve. Lastly, Brandy loves her family and has two teenagers who are her biggest achievements, Tanner and Emily.

In striving to accomplish these goals, I found my calling, Physical Therapy. I firmly believe in using multiple forms of therapy for complete recovery, and work closely with the rest of the staff here to make sure each patient has a positive healing experience. I have experience in competitive Powerlifting. I enjoy the outdoors, and making memories with my fiancé and two wonderful pups. I look forward to helping you make your pain, just a memory.