Born and raised in Pageland, South Carolina, Dr. Michael Rivers always dreamed of doing big things in life. He grew up in the country and learned the joy of family, the value of hard work, and the satisfaction of a job well done. After graduating from high school Dr. Mike began his college career at the University of South Carolina’s Lancaster campus. In 1999 he transferred to Coastal Carolina University, in Conway, South Carolina, where he completed Bachelor’s degrees in Health Promotion & Philosophy. While at Coastal Dr. Mike was on the CCU Cheerleading team, participated in undergraduate research, intramural sports, and was a Resident Assistant in the freshman dormitories.
Shortly after completing his coursework at Coastal, Dr. Mike began working with a Chiropractor in Myrtle Beach. After two years of watching countless people respond to chiropractic care, he decided to become a Chiropractor himself. Dr. Mike attended Life University in Marietta, Georgia and graduated, with honors, as a Doctor of Chiropractic in June 2009. After graduating, he worked as an Associate Doctor in offices in Georgia & South Carolina.
Dr. Mike is passionate about teaching the value of Chiropractic Care in regaining and manintaining a healthy lifestyle. As Dr. Mike puts it, “ I believe that anything we do ought to start by being personal, I like meeting new people and helping them achieve their goals regarding their health. It’s the relationships we build that make it all worthwhile.”
When he’s not in the office, you’ll find Dr. Mike spending time with his family. He and his wife Traci have two sons, Caleb & Aaron. They regularly attend Seacoast Vineyard Church, and actively seek God’s will in their lives. Dr. Mike enjoys wrestling with the boys, surfing, and being outdoors.