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Board-certified neurosurgeon Ali H. Mesiwala, MD, FAANS, takes a solution-based approach to determine anatomic and functional abnormalities and then treats them with leading-edge technologies and integrative medicine. 

At his three offices in Newport Beach, Marina del Rey, and Rancho Cucamonga, California, he focuses on helping all of their patients return to their normal lives, getting back into motion as quickly as possible.

The team treats a vast array of neurological conditions. After intensive neurological exams and diagnostic testing, they recommend the best nonsurgical treatments for each person's unique health care needs. They recommend surgery when symptoms are severe or persist despite conservative care.

Patients seek Dr. Mesiwala for his expertise in brain and spine surgery, as well as peripheral nerve surgery and artificial disc replacement surgery. 

He's an expert in complex brain and skull base surgeries, and he has the most experience in artificial disc replacements on the West Coast, including multi-level operations and all types of spinal decompressions.

Dr. Mesiwala is a leader in the field of minimally invasive sacroiliac (SI) joint surgery and has performed endoscopic cranial and spinal surgery since 2004. No matter where pain originates, patients get relief after he performs neuromodulation surgery.

After earning a Bachelor of Science in biomedical engineering and electrical engineering from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Maryland, Dr. Mesiwala received his Doctor of Medicine from the University of California, San Francisco. 

Then he finished his neurological surgery residency at the University of Washington in Seattle, Washington.

He completed his skull base and cerebrovascular fellowships at the University of Washington, International Neuroscience Institute in Hannover, Germany, and the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

As a respected researcher specializing in the development of novel technologies and minimally invasive techniques for brain and spine surgery, Dr. Mesiwala holds multiple patents for medical devices used in spinal surgery. 

In addition to his private practice, Dr. Mesiwala is the faculty surgeon for various artificial disc operations and spinal fusion operations with innovative techniques. He's a fellow of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons (FAANS).

I’m Dr. Jahi Smith, DC, the lead doctor at The LA Chiropractor Marina Del Rey. Together with our dedicated team, we’re on a mission to save lives, one spine at a time, through the loving service of chiropractic care.

I firmly believe in the innate power of the human body to heal itself. My goal for every patient isn’t to “heal” them, but to guide them toward unlocking their body’s natural ability to restore balance and function. As I often say, “The healer is already within you. My role as your wellness coach is to remove the barriers preventing you from achieving optimal health.”

Using techniques like diversified chiropractic adjustments, HVLA, SOT blocks, myofascial release, and other soft tissue modalities, I combine skill and care to help patients regain their vitality. My thorough diagnostic approach and compassionate care ensure that each patient’s journey is personalized and effective.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward wellness, I invite you to let me help you. Let’s get your spine checked and turn your power on!

The LA Chiropractor is a comprehensive chiropractic practice that provides services to Marina del Rey, California and the greater Los Angeles, California area and focuses on improving the health of each patient. Our Chiropractors are board-certified and offer custom corrective care for people who live in pain, have diminished balance, and injuries, recurring health issues such as migraine headaches, and much more.

Our doctors offer a multitude of chiropractic techniques, from gentle adjustments using handheld instruments to hands-on structural adjustments using drop tables. All to provide the patient with the best chiropractic care to improve health and healing. Patients find the care plans that we create to provide them long-lasting results.
Patients also love non-surgical options to nerve and disc issues such as our non-surgical spinal decompression. Non-surgical spinal decompression help patients suffering from sciatica, bulging disc, nerve compression, radiculopathy, and neuropathy. Find more information blow.

The LA Chiropractor offers advanced chiropractic care to people who suffer from post-concussion syndrome, back pain, neck pain, lower back pain, sciatica, migraines, sports injuries, and car accidents.

As a Certified Athletic Trainer and Chiropractor, Wayne Higashi, D.C., has over 20 years of experience in working with athletes and patients achieve their health goals. Dr. Higashi, D.C., graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara and Southern California University of Health Sciences and is now a licensed member of the California Chiropractic Association and the Vice President of the Santa Monica Chapter.

Frustrated by the lack of patient-first care in the medical system, Dr. Higashi and his wife, Stephanie Higashi, D.C., established Health Atlast in 2012. Their multidisciplinary clinics allow an array of doctors to communicate effectively to give every person the attentive, personalized treatment they deserve.

Dr. Higashi, D.C., cares about every patient. By listening to the patient and obtaining a thorough health history, exam and x-rays if needed Dr. Higashi, D.C., gets to the root cause. Each patient leaves with a greater understanding of their body and a personalized course of treatment to greatly improve the quality of their lives and athletic performances.

His life-saving efforts go beyond the chiropractic field, as Dr. Higashi, D.C., is also a certified rescue diver and has American Red Cross CPR certification. Dr. Higashi, D.C., aims for every patient to feel safe, heard, and healthy when under his care.

Stephanie C. Higashi, D.C., received her undergraduate degree from the University of Colorado with a major in Biochemistry. She went on to graduate Summa Cum Laude with a doctoral degree in chiropractic from the Southern California University of Health Sciences’ Los Angeles College of Chiropractic.

For Dr. Higashi, D.C., she loves helping people and considers and treats her patients as if they are her own family. Along with her husband, Wayne Higashi, D.C., they founded Health Atlast: a multidisciplinary health care franchise where medical, chiropractic, acupuncture, massage, nutrition and exercise is integrated to provide the best providers for the best outcome of care for patients.  

Doctors working together to provide the most comprehensive most conservative care gives patients the best results and care all in one convenient location. It allows patients to get the care they need where and when they need it. Dr. Higashi’s, D.C., hope and dream is to help as many as possible and make a positive impact by helping people be healthy and live happy lives. She loves giving back and making a difference whether it is ensuring doctors are collaborating in Health Atlast clinics or providing employment to the local Health Atlast communities or striving to provide the best care to patients locally or abroad. Helping others is what she lives and breaths for. As one of the most respected and top-rated chiropractors for over 18 years, Dr. Stephanie Higashi, D.C., empowers patients by helping them understand the core causes of their symptoms. This allows them to be hands-on in managing their own care.

Whether collaborating with traditional medical doctors or alternative medical techniques, Dr. Higashi, D.C., shares everything she knows to help provide a customized plan for patients needs. Her goal is to make sure her patients are educated on their health so they can rest assured in the treatment they receive.

Dr. Huth has been a Doctor of Chiropractic for 32 years, providing care in the Los Angeles area throughout his years of practice. He finds patient treatment and the education of future Chiropractors to be exciting and rewarding. He believes in educating and empowering a patient towards health care.

I’m Dr. Jahi Smith, DC, the lead doctor at The LA Chiropractor Marina Del Rey. Together with our dedicated team, we’re on a mission to save lives, one spine at a time, through the loving service of chiropractic care.

I firmly believe in the innate power of the human body to heal itself. My goal for every patient isn’t to “heal” them, but to guide them toward unlocking their body’s natural ability to restore balance and function. As I often say, “The healer is already within you. My role as your wellness coach is to remove the barriers preventing you from achieving optimal health.”

Using techniques like diversified chiropractic adjustments, HVLA, SOT blocks, myofascial release, and other soft tissue modalities, I combine skill and care to help patients regain their vitality. My thorough diagnostic approach and compassionate care ensure that each patient’s journey is personalized and effective.

If you’re ready to take the first step toward wellness, I invite you to let me help you. Let’s get your spine checked and turn your power on!

About the Practice

Suzan Starler, DC, Cert. MDT, is a board-licensed chiropractor who provides comprehensive holistic care at her private practice, Dr. Suzan Starler Investigative Nutrition, in the upscale Brentwood neighborhood of Los Angeles, California. As a functional medicine practitioner, she combines her experience and expansive knowledge to help her patients finally understand what’s happening in their bodies and the steps they can take to actively support their own health and healing.

After completing her Bachelor of Science in human biology at the University of Los Angeles, California (UCLA) in Los Angeles, California, Dr. Starler earned her Doctor of Chiropractic at Southern California University of Health Sciences (formally known as the Los Angeles Chiropractic College) in Whittier, California.

Since earning her Doctor of Chiropractic, Dr. Starler has expanded her knowledge, completing post-graduate work at the McKenzie Institute International® and the Institute for Functional Medicine®. Some of her coursework includes clinical nutrition and diversified technique, nutritional management of underlying causes of chronic disease, and breaking the complex web of leaky gut.

Dedicated to her profession, Dr. Starler is certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy® (MDT) by McKenzie Institute International and has advanced clinical training in Nutrition Response Testing® and Quantum Neurology®. She’s also a professional member of the American Chiropractic Association, McKenzie Institute International, Santa Monica Professionals, Holistic Chamber of Commerce, Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce, and West Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce.

When it comes to health and wellness, Dr. Starler tells her patients there is always hope and healing takes time, consistency, and self-discipline.

As a Certified Athletic Trainer and Chiropractor, Wayne Higashi, D.C., has over 20 years of experience in working with athletes and patients achieve their health goals. Dr. Higashi, D.C., graduated from the University of California Santa Barbara and Southern California University of Health Sciences and is now a licensed member of the California Chiropractic Association and the Vice President of the Santa Monica Chapter.

Frustrated by the lack of patient-first care in the medical system, Dr. Higashi and his wife, Stephanie Higashi, D.C., established Health Atlast in 2012. Their multidisciplinary clinics allow an array of doctors to communicate effectively to give every person the attentive, personalized treatment they deserve.

Dr. Higashi, D.C., cares about every patient. By listening to the patient and obtaining a thorough health history, exam and x-rays if needed Dr. Higashi, D.C., gets to the root cause. Each patient leaves with a greater understanding of their body and a personalized course of treatment to greatly improve the quality of their lives and athletic performances.

His life-saving efforts go beyond the chiropractic field, as Dr. Higashi, D.C., is also a certified rescue diver and has American Red Cross CPR certification. Dr. Higashi, D.C., aims for every patient to feel safe, heard, and healthy when under his care.

Dr. Cayo grew up as the youngest in a family of four in the Hollywood Hills. As a gymnast, she valued discipline and good work ethic which served her in her personal and professional career. Her father was a doctor of anesthesiology who inspired Dr. Cayo to pursue a career in the medical field. At an early age, she had a gift for service. Dr. Cayo’s mother encouraged her to become a chiropractor instead of a physical therapist, so she went to San Diego State University and received her bachelor’s degree in biology.

In 1996, she graduated as cum laude from Cleveland Chiropractic College in Los Angeles. Working in several chiropractic offices, she acquired a tremendous amount of experience treating patients with various problems such as headaches, sports injuries, neck, and lower back pain. With extensive study in cranial therapy, she developed her own treatment protocol for migraine and tension headaches. Dr. Cayo immerses herself in wellness principles and practices. She dedicates herself to a healthy lifestyle, implementing exercise, nutrition, yoga, and meditation. She is a loving mother of two daughters. 

Dr. Steven Perry is a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) in Tarzana, CA. Dr. Perry provides a wide range of chiropractic care and physical therapy modalities to patients all over the San Fernando Valley area. His practice is conveniently located in Tarzana on Ventura Boulevard and adjacent to Woodland Hills, Encino, Reseda, Van Nuys, Northridge and Sherman Oaks. Dr. Steven Perry commonly treats whiplash, sciatica, migraine headaches, herniated disc, extremity pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, neck pain, back pain, and shoulder pain.  Dr. Perry specializes in auto accident injuries, worker’s compensation injuries, and sports injuries.

Dr. Steven Perry earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree at the Cleveland College of Chiropractic, and he has been a practicing chiropractor since 1984. He is a state-appointed QME Qualified Medical Evaluator. Dr. Perry's goal is to help patients achieve the pain relief they need, even in the most challenging cases . With the highly effective pain relief methods offered by Dr. Steven Perry, patients can find relief without having to resort to invasive surgeries or prescription medication. Pain relief and improved wellness may only be an appointment away. Call the office at (818) 881-2225 or (818) 881-BACK  to arrange a consultation with Dr. Steven Perry today!