Malama Chiropractic has a well-trained staff that is ready to serve. Below are short biographies of our talented staff along with a photo.
Jesse D. Broderson, DC
Dr. Broderson was born and raised on the Big Island of Hawaii. He is a graduate of Life Chiropractic College West, and is excited to bring the latest in chiropractic advancements back to his hometown. Dr. Broderson specializes in Spinal Rehabilitation, which gives him the ability to rectify poor posture, correct scoliosis and restore proper function to the Nervous System. His focus is on total body health including nutritional and supplement counseling. He is also the West Side Director for the Hawaii State Chiropractic Association.
Shannon Hogan, DC
Dr. Hogan is a native of Southern California. She moved to the Big Island of Hawaii after graduating from Life Chiropractic College West. She also specializes in Spinal Rehabilitation. Her focus is not on the quick fix, but on stabilizing the spine for a lifetime of health. She especially enjoys working with newborns, children and expecting moms, believing you're never to young, (or too old) to start on the road to health.
Kate Wagner -
Office Manager
Kate is originally from Seattle Washington. She visited family
on the Big Island for years, fell in love with the Island, and decided to make it her full
time home. She has prior experience working in the Chiropractic
profession and has been with MCC for over three years. She is a
chiropractic patient as well as advocate. A happy, up-beat personality
is her trademark, but her broad knowledge of insurance coverage and
willingness to answer any question makes her an invaluable asset.
Rachelle Clemmey -
Chiropractic Assistant/
Insurance Billing
Rachelle Clemmey was born and raised in Spencer, Massachusetts. After living and attending college in
California and Colorado, her desire for a warmer climate brought her to Hawaii
in 2009; she has been working for MCC ever since. Her intellect and problem solving attitude
make her an excellent insurance biller and her caring personality comes through
when she helps the patients with their traction and therapies. She is a real asset to the MCC team.
Joy Pattee, LAc, DiplAc
Joy is
one of only two Classical Five Element Acupuncturists on the big island of
Hawaii. She received most of her training in Los Angeles, CA from Samra
University of Oriental Medicine and finished her clinical studies in Maui at
the Hawaii College of Traditional Oriental Medicine. She is a Diplomate of
Acupuncture recognized at the National level. Her speciality enables her
to reach her patients on a level that surpasses the ability to relieve physical
pain or ailments. She is also trained in Dr. Tan's Balance Method, TCM, Chinese
Nutrition and Herbology.
Joy has
been in Hawaii since 1997 and practicing here for 10 years. She loves
living on the big island with her husband and son where she surfs, dives, is a
member of a local halau and enjoys anything to do with the water and Hawaii.
Mary Teshima- Massage Therapist
Mary has been working with MCC since 2008. She is a graduate of The Hawaiian Island School of Massage Honors Program. She is an enthusiastic proponent of Massage Therapy and believes that her specialty goes hand in hand with Chiropractic Care.
Her specialty is in therapeutic massage. She really enjoys helping people recover from pain
and injuries. Although, she is also
quite talented in delivering a relaxing massage -and does both for the patients at MCC. Her positive, fun
attitude, makes her a real joy to be around.
