With over a decade of experience in the professional sports realm, Dr. Zimmerman has served as a team chiropractor for some of the top soccer teams in the world. He began his sports chiropractic journey as a team chiropractor for the Los Angeles Galaxy from 2013 to 2021, contributing to their 2014 MLS Cup victory. Since 2014, he has worked with the United States Women’s National Soccer Team (USWNT), accompanying them to international tournaments, including their triumphant 2019 World Cup win in France, the 2022 CONCACAF Championship in Mexico, and the 2024 Olympics, where the USWNT secured a gold medal under his care as the official team chiropractor. Currently, Dr. Zimmerman serves as the team chiropractor for Major League Soccer's Los Angeles Football Club (LAFC), where he was part of the team’s historic first MLS Cup win in 2022.
Dr. Zimmerman’s professional journey is marked by a commitment to continuous learning. He has earned certifications in Gonstead, Diversified, and Sacral Occipital techniques, and holds the postgraduate designation of Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® (CCSP). This advanced training enhances his ability to prevent and treat sports-related injuries, ensuring that athletes receive the highest standard of chiropractic care.
Beyond his work in sports, Dr. Zimmerman has contributed to the local community as the past chairman of the board for the La Cañada Flintridge Chamber of Commerce and as past president of the Verdugo Hills chapter of the California Chiropractic Association.
Since the start of his career, Dr. Zimmerman has advanced his skills through numerous postgraduate seminars and classes. The techniques and procedures utilized at Flintridge Family Chiropractic allow patients to experience relief and achieve peak function through natural, conservative care. In 2022, Dr. Zimmerman managed and oversaw the build and design of a new practice, focusing on efficiency improvements and customer satisfaction.
Dr. Zimmerman is trained, certified, and practices in the following disciplines:
Dr. Zimmerman has obtained the postgraduate designation of Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician*(CCSP®) by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians™ (ACBSP™). The CCSP® certification requires the doctor to attend a minimum of 100 hours of a 120-hour postgraduate program. This instruction is specific to physical fitness and the evaluation and treatment of injuries encountered in sports including concussion protocols. Following the completion of these hours, the doctor must then take and successfully pass a comprehensive written examination.
This training aids the doctor in the prevention and treatment of athletic injuries by enhancing his diagnostic skills and patient care. The CCSP® certification exists to provide a uniform standard of education that assures teams and athletes that the doctor has met a minimum level of competency in chiropractic sports medicine. Dr. Zimmerman joins over 5500 others internationally who holds this designation.
Built and branded a chiropractic practice and wellness clinic. Recruited, staffed, provided direct supervision and ongoing staff development amongst seven other professionals. Secured new business through sales and marketing strategies.
In 2022 Dr. Zimmerman managed and oversaw the build and design of a new practice. Making the practice more efficient through workflow improvements, detail-oriented process changes, and increased focus on customer satisfaction.
With over a decade of specialized experience in whiplash management care for auto and sports injuries, Dr. Shahbazian has honed his skills in effectively diagnosing and treating these conditions. His expertise extends to scoliosis management and postural corrective care, where he has helped numerous patients achieve better alignment, reduced pain, and improved overall well-being.
Since joining Flintridge Family Chiropractic in 2012, Dr. Shahbazian has built "A Reputation for Excellence." By employing a whole-body approach and assessing neuromusculoskeletal components, he combines the best hands-on techniques with state-of-the-art chiropractic procedures. His ultimate goal is to accelerate your healing journey and empower you to lead a healthier, happier life.
"Our greatest wealth is our health."
Dr. Shahbazian is trained, certified, and practices in the following disciplines:
He graduated with honors from Cleveland Chiropractic College of Los Angeles, finishing at the top of his class, and was selected for a preceptorship providing care through the LA Mission. That experience strengthened his commitment to compassionate, service-centered health care.
With more than 23 years of clinical experience, Dr. Van Dyck proudly serves the Foothill community he calls home. Through his partnership with Flintridge Family Chiropractic, he cares for families, athletes, and professionals seeking lasting relief and improved performance.
Dr. Van Dyck treats patients of all ages, from prenatal and infants to adults, with particular expertise in sports performance and professional athletes. He is known for his thoughtful evaluation of complex cases and for helping patients find relief when other approaches have fallen short. His clinical focus includes recovery from motor vehicle accidents, work-related and sports injuries, chronic neck and back pain, disc injuries, headaches, and long-term wellness care.
Using a comprehensive and individualized approach, he incorporates spinal and extremity adjustments, soft tissue and myofascial therapies, rehabilitative exercise, and postural correction. His goal is to identify and correct the underlying cause of dysfunction, restoring movement, resilience, and confidence.
Dr. Van Dyck is also a proud 20-year veteran of the Los Angeles County Fire Department. His experience as a first responder has given him firsthand insight into the physical demands placed on the body, reinforcing his commitment to strength, recovery, and service to others.
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