Doctor in Latin means “teacher.” As chiropractic physicians, we are dedicated to educating our patients about their health and empowering them to take an active role in their healthcare. We form a partnership with our patients to work as a team with the common goal of total body wellness. This partnership also includes taking the time to listen and address the health concerns of our patients. By forming this bond with our patient, we witness how far reaching and long lasting the effects of good health can be on a person’s life.

Dr. Mary Elsea, developed an interest in a chiropractic career following an injury to her lower back while in Karate. Already working toward her bachelor’s degree in Biology, Dr. Elsea graduated from Va Tech in 1982. After graduating New York Chiropractic College in 1987 and practicing in New York, Dr. Elsea relocated to Boulder and opened her practice in 1990. Outside her chiropractic practice, Dr. Elsea has had a lifelong passion for dolphins. Her first up close encounter was in 1992. In 1995, Living From the Heart, an organization founded to take cancer patients to swim with dolphins, asked Dr. Elsea to facilitate dolphin wellness trips. She has assisted on multiple trips in Mexico for individuals with life threatening illness; and kids with severe learning disabilities, Down’s syndrome, and autism. Dr. Elsea has a wonderful husband who shares her love for the outdoors – hiking with their dog, mountain biking, telemark skiing, and swimming with dolphins!.

Dr. Elizabeth Decker, was introduced to chiropractic from her sister who was benefiting from chiropractic adjustments for low back pain associated with her first pregnancy. Dr. Decker graduated from New York Chiropractic College with honors in 2000, after completing her bachelor degree in biology from State University of New York College at Geneseo. After practicing in New York and New Jersey, she joined South Boulder Chiropractic in 2001. Dr. Decker has experience working with patients with injuries or for wellness care. One of Dr. Decker's specialties is working with pregnant women. She co-treats with many midwives and obstetricians in the Boulder area. She also does home visits for new moms. Outside of the office Dr. Decker enjoys hiking, camping, skiing, playing soccer and painting watercolors.

Denise Haag, Office Manager, relocated to Colorado from Chicago in 2004, and joined us in August, 2005. She received her associate degree in applied science and certification in x-ray technology in 2006.  In addition to providing assistance in taking radiographs, she brings endless energy and a great sense of humor to our team. She also shares a great love for the outdoors, and enjoys hiking, biking and talking to the prairie dogs!

Sara Scannell, Receptionist, moved to Colorado in 2005 for a change in scenery after graduating from Grinnell College in Iowa with her bachelor of arts in biological chemistry. She then left for half a year to work in the French Caribbean as an english assistant, an experience both rewarding and challenging. Afterwards she happily returned to Boulder to immerse herself in its rich and diverse health community, since she hopes to become a practitioner herself once she refines her focus. Sara currently enjoys dabbling in the plentitude of outdoor recreation available in Colorado, most recently by skiing, camping, and rock climbing. She proudly tends a community garden plot with her boyfriend, and she is a proud member of the Women's Chorus of Boulder.

Tina Baird, Receptionist, a Colorado native, and joined South Boulder Chiropractic in August, 2008.She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from the University of Colorado, and is currently a student at Front Range Community College fulfilling pre-requisite courses for Chiropractic college.  Chiropractic has always been a significant part of Tina’s life, as her dad, aunt and uncle are all chiropractors.  They are excited to add another doctor to the family!  In her spare time, Tina choreographs and coaches for the CU Colorguard.  She also enjoys skiing, reading, playing with her dog, and spending time with friends and family.