Dr. Tapia experienced NUCCA Spinal Care as a patient before she graduated from chiropractic school. She quickly became an advocate for this specialty chiropractic technique, witnessing patient after patient get relief. She learned several upper cervical techniques but came back to NUCCA as it was a lifesaver for her own personal health.
As a lifelong learner, she continually grows professionally and has advanced post-graduate training in Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression and Laser Therapy. Dr. Tapia completed the post-graduate Academy of Chiropractic Philosophers Program through Sherman College of Chiropractic after obtaining her Doctorate from Life Chiropractic College West. She was honored as the Outstanding Graduate for her Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition at San Diego State University and also holds a Master’s Degree in Education.
To assist patients, she draws on her prior career experience working at Alvarado Hospital and as a science teacher at Sweetwater High School. She also leans on her prior pharmaceutical industry experience to help patients with their health.
In her personal time, she enjoys gardening, reading, and hiking with her dog, Charlie. She is originally from Mazatlán, Mexico and speaks Spanish fluently. However, she has called San Diego home for over four decades.