Dr. Rich Berkowitz has been practicing in the Cleveland County area for over twenty years. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland and went on to college at the University of Maryland. He has a BS in human psychology and a doctorate in chiropractic from National University. After opening the clinic in May of 1996, Carolina Chiropractic Plus now employs four physicians. “We are extremely proud of what we have been able to build over the years and we are even more excited about our future. I was taught when I was extremely young about the importance of providing outstanding service and striving to exceed expectations…that is the cornerstone of every patient interaction. We continue to work hard in bringing the latest chiropractic technology along with a strong rehabilitation presence and over all wellness to Cleveland County and surrounding areas.”

Dr. Rich is an Active Supporting Member of the Boys and Girls Club of America and has been on the board for over 20 years. The Annual Golf Tournament has now been renamed The Rich Berkowitz Golf Classic. Dr. Rich is honored to have this annual tournament named after him. He is also a Financial Contributor to the Carolina Chiropractic Plus Human Performance Lab at Gardner Webb University a teaching and lab facility for the students of the Exercise Science Department at the University. Dr. Rich also is a past member and President of the Cleveland County Lions Club.

Dr. Berkowitz also takes great pride in his three kids Will, Jack and daughter Alyvia. Spending time with the family when not in the office is a priority for them. “We work very hard to set a good example for our children,” says Berkowitz “What they see us doing shapes their minds for the future, so it is important that what we preach every day in the office, we utilize in our daily lives. That means exercising together, eating well and drinking water, getting plenty of rest and of course, getting adjusted!”

“We have a very family-oriented wellness clinic that has developed as patients have learned the basic principles from improving their health and well being. The clinic has a strong foundation in treating musculoskeletal conditions. Patients present with a wide array of ailments, including headaches, diabetic neuropathy, neck pain, arm pain, lower back pain, leg pain (sciatica), disc syndromes (bulging and herniated discs) shoulder and knee pain. We feel it is extremely important to coach and educate our patients on these important principles. We genuinely care about our patient’s health and well being and love how we change lives here at Carolina Chiropractic Plus.”

Dr. Brad Moffitt graduated from Kings Mtn. High School and went on to North Carolina State University where he obtained a Bachelors degree in Biology with a Minor in Environmental Science. He then attended Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, Missouri where he obtained his Doctorate of Chiropractic degree and a Masters in Sports Science and Rehabilitation.

Additionally, Dr. Brad Moffitt has a certification in Active Release Technique for the spine and upper extremity. He attended the 2011 Pan American games and worked in medical services to provide care to the athletes involved. He has also worked with several universities in Missouri including the University of Missouri, Missouri Baptist University and Lindenwood University to provide chiropractic care to their athletes as well. Dr. Moffitt is a member of the Bethlehem Church and loves to stay active within the community and loves spending time with his beautiful wife Brittany and dogs Saylor and Sadie! ”I want to be able to provide the community with a viable option to be able to conservatively manage musculoskeletal conditions that impact their everyday lives.”

Dr. Michael Begley is proud to serve Western North Carolina as a Doctor of Chiropractic and Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner (CFMP). As a graduate of the United States Naval Academy, he understands not only the value of service to others, but also the importance of the continuous search for cutting-edge research, technology and treatment techniques as a means to help those with various chronic health conditions.

Following his tenure in the military, Dr. Begley went on to graduate with a doctoral degree and became a licensed chiropractic physician. He then helped to give back to the veterans of this country by practicing chiropractic medicine at three different VA hospitals throughout New York State. His hospital experience allowed him to help patients with an array of chronic neurological conditions to regain their health and functionality in a natural and effective way.

Dr. Begley has dedicated much of his time to researching and perfecting new and effective techniques that help patients with chronic conditions ranging from diabetes and digestive challenges, to thyroid and autoimmune problems. He also has undergone training from the prestigious Functional Medicine University, where he learned to utilize and interpret sophisticated laboratory testing for even the most challenging chronic health conditions.

He has been married to his wife, Meghan, for seven years. They can be found on the weekends hiking around any of North Carolina’s hiking trails or at the hockey rink. There are four Begley kids (so far!): Liana, George, Marcella, and Aliano.