INTRODUCING DR. MARC J. SURPRENANT
Dr. Marc J. Surprenant joins James Chester on episode 677 of the Chiro Hustle Podcast to reignite the passion for principled chiropractic. In this heartfelt and high-energy episode, Dr. Surprenant opens up about rediscovering the magic of chiropractic after 25 years in practice, and how service, not ego, is the secret to staying aligned. They discuss coaching, the importance of staying philosophically grounded, and how to truly connect with patients and communities.
HIGHLIGHTS
· Rediscovering love for chiropractic through service.
· From asthma to full health: how chiropractic changed Dr. Surprenant’s life.
· The hidden power of flow state in practice success.
· How being coachable turned his flailing career around.
· Adjustments as ministry: serving people where they are.
· The story of Timmy: from terminal illness to full life through chiropractic.
· Staying rooted in BJ Palmer’s Sacred Trust amidst evolving tools.
ABOUT DR. MARC J. SURPRENANT, DC
Dr. Marc J. Surprenant is the founder of Family Healing Chiropractic in Charlotte, NC. With over 25 years in practice, he is known for combining deep chiropractic philosophy with real-world experience as a coach and mentor to chiropractors and students alike.
DIVING INTO…
Staying True to Chiropractic Principles
Dr. Surprenant emphasizes that chiropractic must remain rooted in its foundational philosophy. Whether you use lasers or decompression or shockwave - never stop adjusting, and never stop teaching the principle. His journey from patient to doctor began with four medications, which he no longer needed once he was under care. That transformation fuels his lifelong passion.
The Power of Service Over Ego
From working in parking lots at church to traveling to Asheville to serve volunteers, Dr. Surprenant shares how the best way to find purpose is to show up without ego. Serving others is what kept his fire alive, even when things were hard, and it continues to be his north star.
Coaching: The Accountability Gamechanger
Early in his career, Dr. Surprenant was bartending to stay afloat. It wasn’t until someone told him the hard truth - “You suck because you have no coach” - that he found direction. Today, he’s passing that wisdom forward with a focus on helping chiropractors reconnect with their purpose and establish systems that help them thrive.
The Miracle of Timmy
A powerful moment in the episode is the story of a child with a terminal autoimmune disorder. After exhausting all medical options, his family turned to chiropractic. The results were nothing short of miraculous - he’s now a thriving adult, and it all started with the removal of interference.
Final Takeaway
“If your life sucks - go serve more.” Dr. Surprenant doesn’t just say it. He lives it. And it might just be the simplest, most powerful advice you’ll hear all year.
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