MAKING SENSE OF MEDICINE
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I started my career in 2001 but I never wanted to be a doctor, I just liked puzzles and fixing things. I had no desire to write prescriptions, and I still get anxious around the sight of blood. In truth, I never liked the doctors I knew, I found them egotistical, insincere and narrow minded. Despite these feelings I was pressured by my family and friends to study premed at University and eventually I applied to medical school. Everyone celebrated, except me. I felt like I had been trapped.
During this time my father hurt his back racing stock cars for AC Delco. Actually he hurt all over after crashing his car, which exploded into ball of fire. Dad was airlifted from the racetrack and it was questionable if he would make it. The good news was he survived, but with a broken back. After medications, injections and countless hours of therapy nothing helped relieve his pain. Then just before giving up he found very a humble man, Dr. Vance, who helped him make a full recovery. This man was a Chiropractor. I was convinced Dr. Vance was a quack, so I set out to discredit him since I thought he was taking advantage of my father. Dr. Vance never prescribed drugs but used his hands to align my fathers twisted body. I remember telling my father, “He’s not a real doctor”. |
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I sat out to debunk Dr. Vance, but the more I investigated, the more impressed I became with Chiropractic. I discovered that Chiropractors were are a sort of, "body mechanic" that used their hands to activate the body's natural healing ability. It made sense to me, so much that I cancelled my plans for medical school and began the 4-year degree in Chiropractic medicine at Logan College in St. Louis, Missouri. This decision was not received well among my family and peers. This was the beginning of what would be a long history of rebellion. I never liked being told what I should do. During these days my father was my biggest supporter.
After graduating I continued my studies with advanced training in the fields of Emergency Medicine (EMT), and Nursing but I always found myself drawn back to Chiropractic and it’s principles of innate healing. After 20 years, I still have found nothing better to relieve suffering and promote natural healing than Chiropractic. It is interesting to see that many of the principles Chiropractic was founded on are now considered modern biohacking. After 20 years I do not claim to be a master of this art, but I have certainly learned a lot from the journey. |
Doug Stokes # 5 AC DELCO
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EMT/ Paramedic training.
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The one thing about this work is that it does not lie. It is evident when it works, and suffering is removed. Likewise, when it does not help there is no hiding from it. It is humble work where failures are painfully obvious and successes are quickly attributed to other factors, rarely the practitioner. Ultimately the patient does not care about science or studies, only results. It is easy to get caught up in the egotistical practice of medicine but we must remember that only our bodies are able to heal. Throughout several decades I have witnessed innate's wonderful ability in curing the patients I have treated and I am happy to share my stories here, with those who will listen. It is my desire that you can learn from my experiences and benefit with greater health.
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And now here we are, back to the beginning. I still dislike doctors and the sight of blood. Last year, I sold my clinic, (building and all) and retired from practice. I still like puzzles and fixing things, so I write books, make videos and offer advice. My focus is on what a person can do to help themselves, no fancy equipment, medical prescriptions or endless office visits. I have seen success with a combination of herbs, food and manual therapy. Many therapies you can do on your own or with a very affordable bodyworker. I hope you enjoy the information and I appreciate any questions or feedback. This is a labor of love, keeping me tethered to something I enjoy. Remember, I am a clinician and not a scientist. Sometimes things work and the explanation is less than satisfactory. I am ok with that, because my goal is to help reduce suffering, that's all, no politics. Please keep that in mind as you digest the information.
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Dr. Stephen Stokes In clinical practice since 2001.
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