"The Doctor of the future will give no medicine but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease." -Thomas Edison
Dr. James Bird, D.C.
Dr. James Bird graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University in 1996. He graduated with both his Doctorate of Chiropractic and Bachelors of Human Biology. He and his wife Stephanie then moved their family to Emmetsburg in 1997 and opened Emmetsburg Chiropractic Clinic.
"I have been a Chiropractic patient since I was in high school. I started having pain while playing football and my Chiropractor helped me recover faster and improved my performance. I love helping others feel the same way I feel after getting adjusted and hope to continue this path for many years to come."
Dr. Bird is also certified in DOT and pre-employment physicals. He has practiced Chiropractic for over 27 years and enjoys helping those of all ages with a gentle approach. Dr. Bird has specialized his care towards helping young athletes in the community increase their performance and recovery time as well as the elderly in decreasing their pain and improving their daily lives.
Outside of the clinic, you will find Dr. Bird spending time with his 3 sons and daughter, watching the E'hawks or Hawkeyes, or you will find him on the golf course!
OFFICE HOURS
Monday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed
Same-day appointments available!
ACTIVITIES
Nutrition Events
College 101 at ILCC
Career Day at West Elementary
Homecoming Tailgate
Find us at events in the community!
AMENITIES
Same day appointments
Free spinal consultations
Free posture screenings
Nutrition advice and events
No lifetime commitment scheduling
Dr. Parker Traub, D.C.
Parker Traub graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in October 2024 with her Doctorate of Chiropractic Degree. She has been involved in the world of chiropractic since she was in high school experiencing back pain. She was involved in many sports, and chiropractic care helped her recover faster and feel better!
She graduated from Emmetsburg High School in 2018 and from there attended Iowa Lakes Community College for one year to earn her Associate in Science. Afterward she went to the University of Iowa where she graduated in May of 2021 with her Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Human Physiology. She began school at Palmer in July of 2021 and recently graduated in October 2024.
Parker is excited to start her career in chiropractic and begin helping as many patients as she can. She is passionate about the body healing from within and taking a natural approach to healthcare.
When Parker is not in the clinic, she loves to spend time with family and friends, cheering on the Hawkeyes, and getting outside and staying active!