Our Doctors

Dr. Carl Grappin received his Doctorates in 1976 from the National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, Illinois. Undergraduate studies were obtained from Genessee College in Flint, Michigan and College of DuPage in Glenn Ellyn, Illinois.

Dr. Grappin holds his Florida license with certification in acupuncture, x-ray spinography, physiotherapy, clinical laboratory, worker compensation, isometric muscle strength testing, and impairment ratings. Diplomate status with the National Board. Doctor Grappin is associated with the Florida Chiropractic Association, American Chiropractic Association, Palmer and National Alumni Association, Parker Chiropractic Association, and the North Port Chamber of Commerce.

Dr. Linda Grappin received her Doctorates from National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, Illinois in December 1976. Post-Graduate degrees include Board Certification in Clinical Neurology (2006) and Acupuncture (1999). She is a member of the Florida Chiropractic Association; the American Chiropractic Association; and National Alumni Association. Community Service Association include North Port’s Chamber of Commerce; and North Port’s Chapter (BNI) Business Network International, where she currently holds a leadership position as Vice President.

Dr. Lee Grappin is a licensed Chiropractic Physician serving North Port, Bradenton and the surrounding areas. Dr. Grappin received his BS in Health Science in 2009 at Florida Gulf Coast University. In 2010, Dr. Grappin enrolled at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, FL. There he learned the science, art and philosophy of Chiropractic Medicine. He was awarded the Clinical Service award for outstanding clinician. Dr. Grappin specializes is Applied Kinesiology and Functional Medicine. In 2011 he received a fellowship from the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture and is certified Biofield therapy.

Dr. Ross Grappin is native to the Englewood area and graduated from Lemon Bay High in 2006. He is a 2010 graduate from Florida Gulf Coast University and a 2014 graduate from Palmer Chiropractic College with a Doctor of Chiropractic Degree. Dr. Ross was awarded the Clinical Service Award during his studies at Palmer Chiropractic College. He continues postgraduate studies in Acupuncture, Soft Tissue, Spinal Rehab, Nutrition and Motion Palpation (MPI). He is MPI certified which includes MPI Spine, Extremities, Upper and Lower Dynamic Movement Assessment and MPI Master Series.

Dr. Sharose Mahshie is a licensed chiropractor serving the North Port community. She attended Palmer College of Chiropractic,  in Port Orange, Florida, where she graduated cume laude in 2014, with her doctor of chiropractic degree.  She was also awarded the “James Buerkle” award which is given to a doctor who demonstrates leadership qualities and who shows great compassion for their patients. Dr. Mahshie is certified by the Motion Palpation Institute (MPI) and is well versed in many techniques to accommodate her patients including: Diversified, Gonstead, Cox flexion distraction, Activator Methods, Thompson drop technique, extremity adjusting, myofascial release, and FAKTOR instrument assisted soft tissue technique.

Medical Director 

Specialty: Emergency Medicine

Credentials & Education:

• Medical Education- Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine
• Residency- St. Mary Mercy Hospital
• Fellowship- University of Utah / Graduate Medical Education

Dr. Nicholas Branscomb is an emergency medicine physician (ER Doctor) at Bayfront Medical in Bradenton, Florida. 

He received his medical degree from Edward Via College of Osteopathic Medicine - Virginia and has been in practice between 6-10 years.