Meet the Team
The People Behind the Care You Can Count On
At Doyle Chiropractic & Acupuncture, our team is the heart of the practice. We believe that great care starts with genuine connection, clear communication, and people who show up every day with purpose. From your first call to your final adjustment, you’ll work with a team that listens, explains, and truly cares about your outcomes.
Every member of our staff is here to make your experience easier, your visits more comfortable, and your path to healing as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Dr. Geoff Doyle
Founder, Lead Chiropractor, Acupuncturist
Dr. Geoff Doyle brings over two decades of experience to his work as a second-generation chiropractor and acupuncturist. Known for his calm, thoughtful approach, Dr. Doyle takes pride in helping patients understand what’s really going on in their body and feel confident in their care plan.
He founded this clinic in 2005 with a vision to offer holistic, multidisciplinary care that puts the patient in control. He holds national recognition as one of the Top 25 Doctors of Chiropractic and is especially known for helping individuals who have not found success elsewhere.
Patients often say they feel heard, respected, and genuinely cared for — and that trust is what Dr. Doyle values most.
Dr. Rich Sheppard
Chiropractor
Dr. Rich Sheppard has deep roots in chiropractic care — with his uncle, two stepbrothers, and a cousin all in the profession. His own journey into chiropractic began after a car accident left him with chronic headaches. It was a chiropractor who relieved his pain and inspired him to change his career path.
Originally studying accounting and finance, Dr. Sheppard shifted gears to pursue his passion for helping others through chiropractic care. He went on to earn both his bachelor’s degree and Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan University in St. Louis, Missouri.
A native of Chicago, Dr. Sheppard and his wife relocated to North Carolina in 2009, where he built a thriving practice in Hickory. After retiring from full-time practice in 2021, he continued to serve patients through fill-in work. Missing the daily connection with his patients, he is now proud to be part of the team at Doyle Chiropractic.
With nearly 30 years of experience, Dr. Sheppard provides exceptional care for patients of all ages. Outside the office, he enjoys cheering on his three sons at the baseball field — all of whom have received chiropractic care since birth.
With Dr. Sheppard, you can feel confident that you’re in experienced and caring hands
Front Office and Clinical Team
Our administrative and clinical assistants are more than support staff — they are an active part of your care experience. From coordinating appointments and handling paperwork to making sure each visit flows smoothly, this team helps create the organized, welcoming environment we’re known for.
Many of our patients say it’s the people at the front desk who made their first impression unforgettable. That’s no accident. Every member of our team is here because they care deeply about making your healing journey feel supported from start to finish.