Meet The Team

Dr. McNichols is a Chiropractic Physician who focuses on restoring the body to health naturally, through working with the spine, extremities, biomechanics, and nervous system.

He enjoys educating others on the importance of a wellness lifestyle, which includes a balanced nervous system, proper diet and exercise, and a healthy mental attitude. Dr. McNichols' main mission is to bring together all aspects of healthcare in order to maximize our patient's results.

East Lake Chiropractic and Injury Center was founded on the principle that all dysfunctions (pain and disease) require four core methods of treatment. These methods include Active Care, Passive Care, Nutrition, and Mental Being.

Dr. McNichols graduated from the University of Central Florida with Bachelor's degree in Health Science and Health Service Administration. He was then awarded a 'Doctor of Chiropractic' degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic. He has completed several continuing education programs to better serve his patients, such as completing the Croft Whiplash Seminars: Whiplash and Brain Traumatology course through the Spine Research Institute of San Diego and the Chiropractic Extremity Practitioner; courses toward qualifying for a Diplomate in Neurology through the Carrick Institute and The International Academy of Chiropractic Neurology, and a Certification as a Titlist Performance Institute Golf Fitness Instructor.

Dr. McNichols has studied numerous safe and effective chiropractic adjusting and treatment techniques. These techniques allow him to serve people of all ages with a variety of conditions. Dr. McNichols expresses passion for health daily and is committed to providing patients with the most effective means of natural healing.

He is also a member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, Florida Chiropractic Sports Council, the Florida Chiropractic Society. He works with athletes at all levels for sports injuries and sports performance.

Dr. McNichols currently resides in his hometown, St. Cloud, FL, with his wife and three children. He enjoys community involvement with local sporting events. He also enjoys powerlifting, surfing, golf, scuba diving, and other outdoor activities.

CREDENTIALS

• Licensed Chiropractor in the State of Florida #CH9561
• Certified in Electrodiagnosis (Electromyography and nerve conduction velocity testing)
• Current Medical Student at University of Science, Art, and Technology.
• Courses toward Diplomate of Neurology - Northwestern Health Sciences University and International Board of Chiropractic Neurology
• Anticipated graduation date is Dec 2017, currently completing Clinical rotations.
• Certificate in “Whiplash and Brain Traumatology” Spine Research Institute of San Diego
• Past Vice President of the Florida Chiropractic Association Council on Sports Injuries, Rehabilitation, and Physical Fitness
• Titleist Professional Institute – Golf Fitness Instructor Certified Golf Fitness
• Completed Certified Chiropractic Sports Practitioner Program
• Team chiropractor and Sports medic for several Osceola County School programs, Pop Warner through high school all sports

Dr. Massa was born and raised in Puerto Rico. He moved to Kissimmee, Florida, during his early twenties and was accepted at the University of Central Florida in where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology. While his two daughters were in college, he pursued higher education at Palmer College of Chiropractic, Florida campus, and graduated with a doctorate degree in Chiropractic. Currently, Dr. Massa is training inacupuncture and continues expanding his knowledge to better serve his patients.

Dr. Coates grew up in Clarkston, Michigan where she completed her undergraduate education. Shortly after, she moved to Florida to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida.  

During her time at Palmer, Dr. Coates attended many seminars and elective courses that provide additional education on chiropractic care. She has been trained in techniques including Diversified, Gonstead, Flexion-Distraction, Thompson, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, and Activator. Dr. Coates is currently studying to become a Diplomate of the American Board of Chiropractic Internists. 

Today, Dr. Coates resides in Saint Cloud, Florida with her fiancé and many pets. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, hydroponic gardening, trying new restaurants, and going to theme parks.

Dr. John Hadid was born in West Palm Beach, Florida, and later moved to Central Florida, where he pursued his education at the University of Central Florida. He graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Sports Medicine, a field that expanded his interest in the mechanics of the human body and athletic performance.

After personally experiencing multiple sports-related injuries and benefiting from chiropractic treatment, Dr. Hadid discovered a passion for the field. This inspired him to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. During his studies, Dr. Hadid gained expertise in various techniques, including diversified, Gonstead, Thompson, and soft tissue methods, which he now utilizes to help patients achieve their health and wellness goals.

With many years of experience, Dr. Hadid has successfully treated a wide range of conditions, offering personalized care to each patient.

In his free time, Dr. Hadid enjoys spending quality moments with his family, going to the movies with his wife and attending to sport events.

After personally experiencing multiple sports-related injuries and benefiting from chiropractic treatment, Dr. Hadid discovered a passion for the field. This inspired him to attend Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida, where he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. During his studies, Dr. Hadid gained expertise in various techniques, including diversified, Gonstead, Thompson, and soft tissue methods, which he now utilizes to help patients achieve their health and wellness goals.

With many years of experience, Dr. Hadid has successfully treated a wide range of conditions, offering personalized care to each patient.

In his free time, Dr. Hadid enjoys spending quality moments with his family, going to the movies with his wife and attending to sport events.