We recently connected with Jane Brewer and have shared our conversation below.

Jane, thanks for joining us, excited to have you contributing your stories and insights. Setting up an independent practice is a daunting endeavor. Can you talk to us about what it was like for you – what were some of the main steps, challenges, etc.

As with many professional programs, Chiropractic school didn’t do much in the way of preparing me to own a business. My path was a bit different in the sense that I went back to school to become a Chiropractor after an 11-year hiatus from academia. I was 36 when I graduated, so I had somewhat of a different perspective and drive to start my practice. There were no established Upper Cervical Chiropractic clinics in Northern Colorado, so I knew that if I wanted to practice in the way I felt would deliver the biggest impact to my community, that I would have to start from scratch.

The biggest challenge by far during those early days: you don’t know what you don’t know!

The start-up phase can be super overwhelming. You might find the perfect space to lease, but then it needs to be built out to suit your needs. So you find an architect and a general contractor. Oh, you use imaging equipment in your practice? You need to find an X-ray physicist to draw a lead shielding plan for your radiology room. Even fun, creative tasks like selecting paint colors and flooring can feel big! I remember being asked if I had secured my license and I said “Of course!”…not realizing they were talking about a business license and not the professional license that allowed me to practice.

There are a lot of little details that rise to the surface when you’re in the midst of building something from the ground up. It can be easy to get lost in the weeds and forget the bigger picture. I think the only thing I would consider doing differently is to make a thoughtful business plan. The financial aspect of starting a practice can seem very intimidating but with realistic goals and timelines, anything can be accomplished.

My best advice for young professionals who are considering starting their own practice?
•Have patience (sometimes things don’t happen on our ideal timeline)
•Stay organized (there will be lots of details to keep track of)
•Seek out mentors (they will help you avoid the big pitfalls)
•Keep on taking the next right step (done is better than perfect)

Precision Chiropractic just passed the 8-year mark and we are stronger than ever. We are blessed by the hundreds of people we have the privilege of serving each week and our lives are transformed through their success stories of health regained. As we grow, I’m also mindful of remembering our humble beginnings – I think it helps me stay grounded and connected with our mission to bring this much-needed element of true HEALTHcare to our community.

As always, we appreciate you sharing your insights and we’ve got a few more questions for you, but before we get to all of that can you take a minute to introduce yourself and give our readers some of your back background and context?

I went back to chiropractic school at the age of 32 because of the radical changes I saw in my own health under chiropractic care. It was a huge leap of faith to leave a life I loved behind to make such a big change. Returning to school 11 years after finishing my undergrad degree was intimidating, but I had set my sights on this goal and I was going to achieve it! I thrived through school, graduating at the top of my class in 2014.

Precision Chiropractic is an upper cervical chiropractic practice. We look to the junction of the head and neck as the structural foundation of the spine. I know it sounds funny to think about the foundation of something at the top – after all, we don’t build a house from the ceiling down! – but when you start to understand how our spine is built and how our body is wired, it only makes sense that our head needs to be on straight and our brain needs to be happy in order for us to function at our highest capacity.

In 2019 I embarked on a journey of completing a 2.5-year diplomate program studying this very important area of the neck. When our class graduated in 2022, we became among an elite group of less than 65 chiropractors in the world to hold the DCCJP credential. For my fellow nerds out there, that stands for Diplomate in Chiropractic Craniocervical Junction Procedures. To translate that, we have the highest level of training available to care for people who have head and neck issues from a structural perspective. These are folks who have had whiplash injuries, concussions, people suffering from migraines and headaches, vertigo disorders, dysautonomia, and so much more. Often these people have been shuffled through the healthcare system with no tried and true answers for their suffering and no clear path forward to try and address the underlying cause. I love caring for all people, but these cases are what light me up! Upper cervical care is so well-suited to address these complex issues because adjustments are customized for the individual, allowing for gentile, precise corrections each and every time.

I never thought that focusing on one little bone at the top of the neck would invite so many amazing people and experiences into my life! I think it goes to show that finding your passion and niche are critical to creating success – if you don’t love what you do, it will feel like just another job instead of a part of your lifestyle and mission.

What do you think helped you build your reputation within your market?

I believe that our reputation comes from delivering an exceptional quality of care and patient experience. We let our results speak for themselves. Building a reputation does not happen overnight. It takes time, consistency, and persistence. I’ve been very intentional about building relationships with the broader healthcare community across Northern Colorado. Trust in healthcare is paramount, and people need to know you before they trust you. A positive reputation is a natural byproduct if you’re delivering an outstanding service and people are reaping the benefits.

Putting training and knowledge aside, what else do you think really matters in terms of succeeding in your field?

I always try my hardest to approach practice from a giving perspective. A mentor of mine, Dr. Sid Williams, called this Lasting Purpose – to give, to love, to serve, and to do out of a sense of abundance with no expectation of receiving anything in return. This mindset has helped me to push through areas of resistance in order to level up. Our thoughts create our reality, so having a growth mindset and walking into practice each day asking what I can give (instead of what I will get) has been the foundation of my success.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.precisionchiroco.com
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Edina Clagett | Beyoutiful Portraits