about the doctor

Guy R. Doran, D.C., is a dedicated and caring Doctor of Chiropractic. His practice, Woodside Chiropractic, is located in Redwood City, California. Dr. Doran has a unique keenness for capturing what other doctors have missed, i.e., he is known as the Doctor's Doctor.

Some of his extensive educational background includes graduation from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1981. He is a Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP) and a Chiropractic Rehabilitation Doctor (CCRD). His broad experiential background includes 3 years of hospital work in Emergency Medicine, Intensive Care, and Psychiatric Counseling in the U.S. Navy. He also worked as a Recreational Therapist at Mercy Hospital in San Diego. Dr. Doran has lectured on soft tissue injuries and rehabilitation to doctors and health practitioners nationally and internationally. He was on the Board of Directors at Palmer West Chiropractic College (formerly known as Northern California Chiropractic College) in San Jose. All of his affiliations continue to contribute greatly to the high level of care he gives to his patients.

Dr. Doran served as postgraduate Instructor for the Cleveland College of Chiropractic in Kansas City, Missouri, Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, and many other chiropractic institutions. He also serves as a back consultant to major companies such as Wells Fargo Bank, Northwest Airlines, United Airlines. He has received many awards for his outstanding service, including the Robert Botterman Award for Community Service presented by the Santa Clara Chiropractic Association.

Dr Guy Doran had a radio show on Business radio 1220 for 3 years that broadcasted to 8 Million homes. He is presently a guest host on numerous radio shows in San Francisco. He has been on Channel 11 for helping children with gait disorders and was a host on Comcast Cable TV for 2 years, delivering messages of health throughout Northern California.

Professional Experience

  • Chiropractic Health Practitioner since 1981

  • Consultant to various government agencies and private businesses

  • Faculty appointments and lecturer at various colleges, including Life Chiropractic College West, Stanford University, and Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine

  • Received numerous awards for community service

  • Founding member of Palmer College of Chiropractic, San Jose, CA.

  • Inventor of the Backcompanion, a convenient, inexpensive way to relieve the stiffness and soreness in the lower back created by the stress and strain of daily habits.