The Doctor

DR. MAURICE TUCKER RECEIVES NEW BUSINESS OF THE YEAR AWARD

We congratulate Dr. Maurice Tucker, Optimal Health Chiropractic, as winner of the Memphis Black Business Association (Benny) 2008 Outstanding New Business of the Year Award.

Doubting Richard

Well 25 years of living with back pain and a stiff neck believing that chiropractors were the same as witch doctors or "over the top creepy herbal people who put more stock in passive therapy than actually doing something about your pain." In April my back was killing me, I couldn't sleep at night and my feet went to sleep every time I lie down. My employer offered a Free Chiropractic screening with Dr. Tucker. Because I am cheap, and wouldn't go to a Chiropractor unless it was free, I decided to at least give it a try. Turns out my insurance covers all but a copay for each visit and after the initial two consultations, One Dr. Tucker checking me out, xrays and such, and one me checking him out, I agreed to allow him a Crack my back, UGH. Boy did it hurt, just kidding I felt better, truly, after the first visit. He is certainly a trained practitioner. I know he cares, and wants to help each time I visit his office. Recently, I went to Six Flags and the roller coaster did me in, He straightened me out in just two adjustments. No drugs, and I really do feel better. My feet even wait until I am asleep before they go to sleep now. I know you will have the same success as I, If you give him a chance.

-Doubting Richard

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Education

Parker College of Chiropractic, Dallas, TX, 2004-2007. Doctor of Chiropractic, National Board of Chiropractic Examination (NBCE), Passed (I, II, III, IV, and PT) Bachelor of Science, Anatomy Bachelor of Science, Health and Wellness University of Memphis, Memphis, TN, 1999-2003 Bachelor of Science, Microbiology Bachelor of Science, Biology Alabama Agriculture and Mechanical (A&M), Normal, AL, 1997-1999

Professional Experiences

Student Leader, Parker College of Chiropractic, Student Senate, 2004-2007

Developed rules and bylaws to govern students experiences. Adjudicated student complaints.

President, Student American Black Chiropractic Association (SABCA), 2005-2006

Organized spinal screenings for community members in local churches and community centers

Developed one on one tutoring opportunities with middle school students in Dallas public schools

Prepared and delivered health talks on campuses, churches, and schools. Responsible for the organization and implementation of a regional spring seminar. Managed recruitment efforts aimed at exposing diverse populations to chiropractic care.

Legislative Representative, Parker College of Chiropractic, 2004 - Developed political platforms with students and administration at Parker College. Lobbied Texas state senators to pass and reject legislation that impacted the future of chiropractic health care