Dr. Symone H. Fontenot
Galveston
Summary
Experienced chiropractor with a strong work ethic and over four years of dedicated practice in chiropractic care. Proficient in conducting and analyzing x-rays, performing thorough evaluations, and diagnosing various disorders. Detail-oriented professional excelling in communication, conflict resolution, and building strong patient relationships.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chiropractic Physician
Eagle Chiropractic and Massage
Mont Belvieu
05.2024 - Current
- Perform chiropractic adjustments and manipulations to treat musculoskeletal conditions and improve overall health and well-being of patients
- Conduct thorough physical examinations, medical histories, and diagnostic tests to determine the root cause of patients' pain and discomfort.
- Develop personalized treatment plans that may include Chiropractic Adjustments, Therapeutic Exercises, Low Level Laser Therapy, EStem, Trigenics/Myofascial Release/Graston/Cupping, Decompression, and Lifestyle Modifications to help patients achieve optimal health
- Educate patients on preventive care and self-care techniques to empower them to take an active role in their recovery and maintenance of good health
- Assessed patients to identify musculoskeletal and spine disorders and developed therapeutic treatment plans to correct abnormalities.
- Treated [150-200] patients weekly (4-day work week) and accurately documented and maintained patient notes and charts.
- Utilized diverse manual manipulation techniques (i.e. Diversified, Motion Palpation, Thompson Drops, Activator, Arthostem, Webster) and specialized tools and equipment to alleviate pain and improve mobility.
- Set up patients, took, and evaluated X-rays using the 20/20 Software System to further identify and treat patient conditions.
Chiropractic Physician
Galveston Chiropractic
Galveston
01.2021 - 04.2024
- Won Galveston's Best Chiropractor, 'Oscars of the Gulf Coast Best of the Island' in 2023
- Perform chiropractic adjustments and manipulations to treat musculoskeletal conditions and improve overall health and well-being of patients
- Conduct thorough physical examinations, medical histories, and diagnostic tests to determine the root cause of patients' pain and discomfort
- Educate patients on preventive care and self-care techniques to empower them to take an active role in their recovery and maintenance of good health
- Directed daily activities and managed day to day clinic procedures.
- Provided constructive feedback to enhance staff competencies and care quality.
- Developed and actualized plans to streamline patient flows, increase office and patient care efficiency and generate new revenues.
- Completed full reviews of patient histories as well as complete physical, neurological and orthopedic examinations.
- Assessed patients to identify musculoskeletal and spine disorders and developed therapeutic treatment plans to correct abnormalities.
- Analyzed x-rays, MRIs, CTs to locate source of patient difficulties and rule out fractures and diseases.
- Utilized diverse manual manipulation techniques (i.e. Diversified, Motion Palpation, Thompson Drops, Activator) and specialized tools and equipment to alleviate pain and improve mobility.
- Documented and maintained accurate and updated patient case histories.
- Referred care to appropriate medical providers for pain management of patients.
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage, and mechanical traction therapies on patients under doctor supervision.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Recorded vital signs and medical history for [15-25] patients each shift.
- Educated patients about chiropractic care to help achieve health goals.
- Demonstrated, instructed and assisted patients in rehabilitative exercises to drive safety and minimize risk to further injury.
Student Chiropractic Intern
Sports and Spine South West
Fort Worth
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage, and mechanical traction therapies on patients under doctor supervision.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Recorded vital signs and medical history for [30-50] patients each shift.
- Educated patients about chiropractic care to help achieve health goals
- Demonstrated, instructed and assisted patients in rehabilitative exercises to drive safety and minimize risk to further injury.
- Analyzed x-rays, CTs, MRIs to locate source of patient difficulties and rule out fractures and diseases.
- Performed manual adjustments to spine and other body articulations to correct musculoskeletal system conditions.
- Assessed patients to identify musculoskeletal and spine disorders and developed therapeutic treatment plans to correct abnormalities.
- Worked with DBC Rehabilitation Equipment to rehab patients musculoskeletal conditions
Student Chiropractic Intern
Parker University Chiropractic and Wellness Clinic
Dallas
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Performed electric muscle stimulation, massage and mechanical traction therapies on patients under doctor supervision.
- Schedules appointments for patients via phone and in person.
- Led patients to exam rooms, answered general questions and prepared patients for physician by explaining process.
- Recorded vital signs and medical history for [10] patients each shift.
- Educated patients about chiropractic care to help achieve health goals.
- Demonstrated, instructed and assisted patients in rehabilitative exercises to drive safety and minimize risk of further injury.
- Documented exercises completed by patients to support charting and billing.
- Analyzed x-rays to locate source of patient difficulties and rule out fractures or diseases.
- Assessed patients to identify musculoskeletal and spine disorders and developed therapeutic treatment plans to correct abnormalities.
- Performed manual adjustments to spine and other body articulations to correct musculoskeletal system conditions.
Education
Doctorate of Chiropractic - Chiropractic
Parker University
Dallas, Texas12.2020
Doctorate of Chiropractic - Animal Chiropractic
Parker University
Dallas, Texas12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Anatomy
Parker University
Dallas, Texas12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Health and Wellness
Parker University
Dallas, Texas12.2020
Kinesiology-Exercise Science
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
Lafayette, Louisiana07.2017
Skills
- Webster Technique
- Motion Palpation
- Diversified
- Thompson Drops
- Activator/ArthoStim
- SOT
- Flexion Distraction
- KDT Decompression
- Low Level Laser Therapy
- Patient records management
- Diagnostic abilities
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Patient Care and Education
- Patient Assessment
Certification
- Texas Doctor of Chiropractic License - December 2020
- AVCA Animal Chiropractic - October 2021
- Activator Method I Basics - April 2019
- American Red Cross First Responder - January 2020
- Louisiana Doctor of Chiropractic License - November 2023
- Webster Technique Certification - March 2025
Affiliations
- ACCC/AVCA Association
- ICPA Association
Accomplishments
2023 Best of the Island Awards, "The Oscars of the Gulf Coast"
The Houston Chronicles
- Voted 2023 Best Chiropractor of Galveston, Texas,
Personal Information
Title: Chiropractor
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chiropractic Physician
Eagle Chiropractic and Massage
05.2024 - Current
Chiropractic Physician
Galveston Chiropractic
01.2021 - 04.2024
Student Chiropractic Intern
Sports and Spine South West
08.2020 - 12.2020
Student Chiropractic Intern
Parker University Chiropractic and Wellness Clinic
01.2020 - 08.2020
Doctorate of Chiropractic - Chiropractic
Parker University
Doctorate of Chiropractic - Animal Chiropractic
Parker University
Bachelor of Science - Anatomy
Parker University
Bachelor of Science - Health and Wellness
Parker University
Kinesiology-Exercise Science
University of Louisiana At Lafayette
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