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Chiropractic Care & Medical Weight Loss in Scottsdale, AZ
At Chiro-Med Center, our mission is to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care by integrating osteopathic and chiropractic principles to address chronic health challenges like obesity and musculoskeletal pain. Dr. Sophia Fountis and Dr. Michael Hiras combine decades of clinical expertise with evidence-based, non-invasive strategies, including the Protein Sparing Modified Fast (PSMF) protocol for weight loss and advanced spinal therapies like IDD Therapy. Our Scottsdale-based practice prioritizes holistic wellness through personalized treatment plans, emphasizing sustainable lifestyle changes over temporary fixes. With 30+ years of combined experience, we focus on resolving underlying health issues while empowering patients to achieve long-term physical and mental well-being. Our approach merges diagnostic precision with compassionate care, utilizing tools like Arthrostim adjustments for sensitive patients and monthly support groups to foster accountability.We uphold the highest standards of safety and efficacy, avoiding pharmaceutical interventions or surgery in favor of natural healing methods. Recognized in Phoenix Magazine's Top Doctor listings and by the National Consumer Advisory Board, our practice remains committed to patient education and community health advocacy. By addressing both immediate symptoms and root causesfrom spinal misalignments to metabolic imbalanceswe strive to restore optimal function and prevent future complications. Our team maintains transparency in all treatments, ensuring patients understand the science behind their care plans while offering ongoing support through maintenance programs. This commitment to integrity has earned us patient testimonials highlighting life-changing results, from significant weight loss to chronic pain relief.
Services
Chiropractic Adjustments
Medical Weight Loss
IDD Spinal Therapy
Pain Management
Nutritional Counseling
Highlights and features
- We combine 30+ years of chiropractic expertise with osteopathic weight loss protocols
- Our non-invasive treatments avoid drugs, injections, or surgery
- IDD Therapy offers advanced spinal decompression for disc-related pain
- Proven PSMF weight loss program with measurable daily results
- Monthly support groups for sustained health transformation
What people say
90lbs weight loss success
Effective chronic pain relief
Personalized care approach
Lifelong health transformation
Supportive staff environment
Services
Medical Weight Loss
Our physician-monitored PSMF program delivers rapid, sustainable weight loss through customized nutrition plans. Patients achieve 0.5-0.8lbs daily loss using real food without drugs or surgery. The two-year maintenance program includes monthly support groups to reinforce healthy habits and prevent weight regain, with documented success in reversing obesity-related conditions like diabetes and hypertension.
Chiropractic Adjustments
Dr. Hiras employs diversified techniques including Gonstead and IDD Therapy for spinal decompression. This non-surgical approach treats herniated discs, sciatica, and chronic back pain through computer-guided vertebral mobilization. Over 30 years of clinical experience informs individualized treatment plans that restore mobility and reduce nerve compression without pharmaceutical interventions.
IDD Therapy
This advanced technology targets specific spinal segments to relieve disc pressure and promote tissue regeneration. Computer-controlled traction devices gently decompress affected vertebrae, improving nutrient flow to damaged discs. Clinical studies show 87-92% improvement in patients with chronic back pain, sciatica, and degenerative disc disease through this non-invasive, drug-free treatment protocol.
People
Dr. Sophia Fountis
Medical Director
Board-certified osteopathic physician specializing in medical weight loss. Trained at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Dr. Fountis developed the PSMF protocol for sustainable weight management. Recognized in Phoenix Magazine's Top Doctors for 6 consecutive editions, she focuses on metabolic health and nutritional counseling.
Dr. Michael Hiras
Chiropractor
Doctor of Chiropractic with 30+ years experience in spinal health. Certified in IDD Therapy, Dr. Hiras specializes in non-surgical treatment for disc injuries and chronic pain. Recognized by National Consumer Advisory Board as America's Best Chiropractor for five consecutive years, he emphasizes holistic rehabilitation approaches.
Questions
What weight loss programs do you offer?
We specialize in the Protein Sparing Modified Fast (PSMF) program, a physician-monitored plan achieving 0.5-0.8lbs daily loss through balanced nutrition without drugs or surgery.
Do you accept insurance for chiropractic care?
Yes, we accept most major insurance plans and function as a preferred Medicare provider for chiropractic treatments.
What makes your approach different from other clinics?
We uniquely combine osteopathic weight management with chiropractic spinal care, addressing both metabolic and musculoskeletal health through integrated treatment plans.
How do you support long-term weight maintenance?
Our two-year maintenance program includes monthly support groups and personalized nutritional guidance to sustain weight loss achievements and prevent relapse.
What is IDD Therapy used for?
IDD Therapy treats disc herniations, sciatica, and chronic back pain through computer-guided spinal decompression, avoiding surgical interventions with proven clinical effectiveness.
Reviews (6)
Amie D.
Jun 12, 2021
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Thanks to Dr. Sophia Fountis, and her team, I've lost 12 inches and 75 pounds all in about 5 months! I've been struggling with my weight for over 25 years and never thought I was able to accomplish my health goals. Everyone in this office is passionate about your success. Dr. Fountis's enthusiasm and dedication to my success was a huge motivation and inspiring at each step of the way. On top of all the detailed material and education given as part of the Healthier Weigh program, the doctor and her staff are available for any questions you have along the journey. I felt completely supported and capable.
Marin Williams
May 22, 2021
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This program helped me so much! As a patient with PCOS, and hormonal weight gain, and a hectic millennial lifestyle as a young teacher- I tried so many Pinterest recipes for success, no gluten, no sugar, low dairy, high cardio, low resistance, Keto etc. and nothing worked Sofia helped me drop 65 lbs in 5 months, and as a "snail" patient, that was still such a short time! I felt healthy, energized, and was able to keep my normal life while losing weight effortlessly! As a anxious worry wart about a "diet program", I can say with 200% confidence, the Fountis Program works. Don't delay, start today!
Rhonda LaNue
Feb 21, 2021
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I don't often write reviews but in this case my life was literally changed in a matter of months! I have been seeing Dr. Fountis for weight loss since October 5th, and through Thanksgiving, maybe 6 or 7 weeks, I lost over 25 lbs! I wake up, )after buying a nice new high tech scale that tracks on an app) every morning excited to weigh myself, and it's like it's melting off, really! I also see Dr. Nick Kalogerometro for back decompression on an incredible piece of equipment, (not many in the state).
I had been bedridden for 2 months with a herniated disc when my surgeon told me he would do surgery but if I didn't loose the weight it could happen again. As I was loosing weight with Dr. Fountis I began with Dr. Nick on an ongoing plan. His hands on approach assures he is doing everything he can to make you feel better. He was as concerned as I was. Other than HIGHLY recommending this practice I can't say more about them. I even purchased a Gift Certificate for my husband for decompression!
I had been bedridden for 2 months with a herniated disc when my surgeon told me he would do surgery but if I didn't loose the weight it could happen again. As I was loosing weight with Dr. Fountis I began with Dr. Nick on an ongoing plan. His hands on approach assures he is doing everything he can to make you feel better. He was as concerned as I was. Other than HIGHLY recommending this practice I can't say more about them. I even purchased a Gift Certificate for my husband for decompression!
Erin L.
Dec 30, 2020
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I have struggled getting past weight loss plateaus and maintaining weight loss since my kids were born. I went to see Dr Fountis after seeing amazing results with two close friends. I was able to reach my goal in under 3 months! I absolutely love that I didn't have to buy any meal replacements, "magic" pills or anything that didn't come from the grocery store and that the rest of my family couldn't eat.
I am now on maintenance and have been able to maintain my weight loss without issue. I like that I still meet with Dr Fountis over the next two years as well; accountability for me is huge. Highly recommend ChiroMed!
I am now on maintenance and have been able to maintain my weight loss without issue. I like that I still meet with Dr Fountis over the next two years as well; accountability for me is huge. Highly recommend ChiroMed!
Giana Campitelli
Dec 08, 2019
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Dr. Nick was very professional, listened to my needs, and cared about my overall well-being. We love it here!
Linda Young
Jun 04, 2017
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Dr Fountis helped me to lose weight! She's very personable and knowledgeable. I love going here! Thank you to Dr Fountis and her staff.
