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Being helped by chiropractic care as a young man inspired me to pursue a career in Chiropractic Medicine. After seven years of training and over eight years in private practice in Minnesota, I accepted the invitation from my friend and colleague, Dr. Troy Amdahl,  to expand Chiropractic to the Middle East. 

Dr. Troy practiced in Rochester, a top international health care destination and he had the opportunity to treat a number of patients from the Emirates. The patients were pleased to discover a form of health care that could help eliminate their pain without the use of drugs or the need for surgery.

We shared the professional expertise and vision to establish the specialty of Chiropractic Medicine in the United Arab Emirates.  Many symptoms common to the people of the Middle East (neck pain, headaches, arm symptoms, back pain, muscle spasms, leg symptoms, and disc problems) were previously only given three options: drugs, surgery, or instructions to 'live with it.'  In 2001, Chiropractic Specialty Center was officially recognized and licensed as the first Chiropractic Center in the Emirates by the Federal Ministry of Health.  Because of my many positive experiences and the impact we were making, I remained in the Emirates for 4 years with my family.  After repatriated back to the USA, I continue to return to the Emirates several times per year to spread the Chiropractic message, to assist our Center's staff and Drs, and to promote healthy lifestyles, including the use of Essential Oils.

An Educator

'I feel an important part of being a good doctor is to teach patients certain self-help techniques that will speed their recovery process. We welcome the opportunity to teach office and industrial workers, kids, and people of all walks of life the importance of health and fitness and the prevention of injuries through community lectures. Increased knowledge leads to greater understanding and less apprehension when it comes to discovering chiropractic.  Continued communication and education amongst health professionals leading to increased cooperation. As the different branches of health care learn more about one another, patients will reap the benefit.'

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“My passion towards soccer led me to towards Chiropractic.  A hamstring injury just prior to a semi final game at Brock University almost ended my varsity career. My coach and support staff wanted me to make it to the game so they rushed me through the traditional steps to have me ready for the all important game. I went to see a sports doctor and a physiotherapist for my injury and both of them told me that it would take at least a month or two before I can play again. Not accepting that fate I went to see Dr. Scappaticci, a sports Chiropractor. During my initial visit, he assessed my spine and found out that mechanical imbalance in my low back and hip structure had a lot to do why my hamstring was susceptible to injury. He looked for the cause rather than treating the symptom. His treatment of manual manipulations coupled with soft tissue techniques helped me to dress up and go out to play in two weeks. Now, many years later chiropractic has become a huge part of my life, and I am extremely thankful that my injury led me to my passion to help people lead a healthy balanced life by addressing the cause rather than the symptoms.”

Another milestone in my Chiropractic career, I have taken responsibility as Clinic Director to the newly built International Chiropractic Specialty Center at Al Bandar in Khalifa City. Since moving from Minneapolis, Minnesota with my wife and kids seven years ago, I have been humbled by the experience I have had with thousands of patients we have served at our center. I have had the privilege of being involved in the care of many musculo-skeletal conditions ranging from relief care, corrective care and wellness care. It has been so rewarding to be involved in so many patient’s recovery from acute to chronic conditions and witness their lives change for the better. Our unique treatment of manual manipulations coupled with soft tissue mobilization and assisted stretching helps us address the cause of the issue, not just symptom management.

Academic Excellence

Dr. Rashid began his pre-chiropractic education at Brock University, in Ontario Canada, where he focused his studies on human biology, genetics and biotechnology. He graduated with a bachelors degree in biotechnology and after completing his study there, Dr. Rashid was accepted at Northwestern Health Sciences University in Minneapolis, Minnesota. During his four years at Northwestern Dr. Rashid spent many hours studying biochemistry, anatomy, human physiology, X-ray procedure, clinical diagnosis, chiropractic adjusting techniques and patient care in the Northwestern Public Clinic. After graduating in 2003, Dr. Rashid started his own practice in Minneapolis, Minnesota and eventually growing his practice to two clinics serving Minnesotans from all walks of life. As his ongoing dedication to improve himself, Dr. Rashid also attended the highly regarded University of Minnesota School of Public Health where he earned Masters in Healthcare Administration.

Bachelor of Science, Biothechnology, Brock University, Canada

Executive Masters in Healthcare Administration, University of Minnesota, USA

Doctor of Chiropractic, Northwestern Health Sciences University, USA

National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Certified (NBCE-USA)

An Educator

“When it comes to our health, the focus should not be getting well, but rather staying well.” I advocate wellness and prevention. I empower and educate my patients how to be active and engage in their own care. In my practice I firmly believe that there is the need for patient engagement – where the patient is encouraged to take an active role as a key player in protecting their own health.

Professional Membership

American Chiropractic Association

Emirates Chiropractic Association

World Chiropractic Alliance