About Us.
WE’RE COMMITTED TO GIVING YOU THE TOOLS TO LIVE A BETTER LIFE. HERE’S A CLOSER LOOK AT HOW WE DO IT.
AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH
Pain doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Pain is a symptom, and the only way to really treat it is to pinpoint and address its root causes. Every person will experience and deal with pain differently, and it’s our mission to work with you to find the best solutions for addressing yours so that you can live a healthy, fulfilling, and uninhibited life.
When in doubt of your eligibility, you can ask us at your consultation or check with your VA health facility provider. Once you’ve determined you’re qualified, we can help you get the personalized care you need to overcome your pain and regain your quality of life.


AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH

Pain doesn’t exist in a vacuum. Pain is a symptom, and the only way to really treat it is to pinpoint and address its root causes. Every person will experience and deal with pain differently, and it’s our mission to work with you to find the best solutions for addressing yours so that you can live a healthy, fulfilling, and uninhibited life.
When in doubt of your eligibility, you can ask us at your consultation or check with your VA health facility provider. Once you’ve determined you’re qualified, we can help you get the personalized care you need to overcome your pain and regain your quality of life.

OUR GOAL
Since founding Essential ChiroCare over 20 years ago, our goal has been to bridge the gap between what attentive, effective chiropractic care should look like and what it actually is. Our team is dedicated to offering a wide array of treatment options and approaches in order to make sure you get the most from your care.
OUR VISION
Essential ChiroCare Tampa chiropractors Dr. Tan Tran and Dr. Thang Tran in 2001. Then and now, our vision has been to empower our patients to not only be free of pain, but to take control of lifestyle factors that are contributors to poor health.
OUR APPROACH
We accomplish this by offering an advanced health care approach that treats pain as a symptom, not as an affliction. We work with our patients to pinpoint and address the underlying causes of pain, maintain mobility, and promote lifestyles that are both happy and healthy.
TREATMENT OPTIONS
Chiropractic Treatment
Physical Rehab
Auto/Personal Injury Care
Sports Injury Care
Spinal Decompression
Manual Therapy
Meet Our Doctors


Education:
Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Natural Science
Parker College of Chiropractic
Bachelor of Science, Human Anatomy
Doctor of Chiropractic, D.C.
Tan Tran, DC
Co-founder and former chiropractor to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
“IT IS MY GREATEST REWARD WHEN OUR EFFORTS HELP OUR PATIENTS REALIZE THAT THERE IS HOPE BEYOND WHAT THEY HAVE KNOWN WITH CONVENTIONAL CARE.” +
THANG TRAN, DC
Co-founder and former chiropractor to the Tampa Bay Rays
“MY JOB IS TO ENSURE THAT YOU RECEIVE THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF CARE AND SERVICE THAT IS THE HALLMARK OF ESSENTIAL.” +

Education:
I completed my undergraduate in Interdisciplinary Natural Sciences at the University of South Florida. Knowing my interests would be in the healthcare field with a holistic approach, chiropractic was the perfect fit. I continued my education at Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX and graduated with a dual major as Doctorate of Chiropractic and Bachelor of Science in Human Anatomy.
Our Associates

Dr. Nunez
Chiropractic Physician
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Dr. Nunez was born and raised in Saint Petersburg Florida, enlisted in the United States Air Force upon graduating High School.
After serving in the USAF, he attended the University of South Florida, received a B.S. degree in Biomedical Science.
He then attended the National University of Health Science and received his Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine.
He enjoys spending time with his Wife and Daughter, dog, running, photography, reading, attending Tampa Bay sports.
He enjoys helping people feel and live better as a Chiropractor, enjoys working with Essential ChiroCare, as they provide the best and most compassionate care in the Tampa Bay area.

Dr. Scott
Chiropractic Physician
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When I saw how my bed-bound Grandma hip fracture could walk by herself after doing Physical therapy, it inspired me to get into the field.I feel fortunate and blessed to help facilitate patients return to their normal lifestyle through my profession. I graduated with Masters in Physical therapy specializing in Neurological rehabilitation from Rajiv Gandhi University, India in 2012. I have worked in acute, subacute, chronic and in-home settings in last 11 years. From that, I have gained valuable experience in treating orthopedic, neurological and post-surgical patients. I specialize in Peripheral Neuromuscular facilitation techniques and Neurodynamics. I have a budding interest and learning more about Vestibular rehabilitation. I love spending time with my husband and our 2 beautiful kids. We enjoy going for biking, hiking and simply spending time at parks with our friends.

Dr. Kilgas
Chiropractic Physician
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Dr. Kilgas is a chiropractic physician for Essential ChiroCare. He has studied across the country, earning a degree in kinesiology with an emphasis on nutrition and health and wellness from Arizona State University, a degree in automation manufacturing engineering from Wisconsin Fox Valley, and a doctorate in chiropractic from Palmer Florida.
Dr. Kilgas touches on the physical, emotional, and mental aspects of healing. He prides himself in his cervical and lumbar adjustments but is a seasoned veteran in full spine and extremity adjustments as well.
In his free time. Dr. Kilgas can be found working on one of his MKIV Volkswagen Jettas or training his Belgian Malinois puppy, Phoenix. In addition to exercising his creativity, he also stays physically active by playing ultimate frisbee several times a weck.

Dr. Johnson
Chiropractic Physician
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I'm Zachary Johnson, Doctor of Chiropractic, certified in Acupuncture, and specializing in dry needling. I played baseball during my collegiate years and I continue to enjoy team sports today. This allows me to work with oatients to reach their individual goals starting with patient education, reduction of pain, increased mobility, and strengthening musculature.

Vadhel Vagisha, PT
Physical Therapist
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When I saw how my bed-bound Grandma hip fracture could walk by herself after doing Physical therapy, it inspired me to get into the field.I feel fortunate and blessed to help facilitate patients return to their normal lifestyle through my profession. I graduated with Masters in Physical therapy specializing in Neurological rehabilitation from Rajiv Gandhi University, India in 2012. I have worked in acute, subacute, chronic and in-home settings in last 11 years. From that, I have gained valuable experience in treating orthopedic, neurological and post-surgical patients. I specialize in Peripheral Neuromuscular facilitation techniques and Neurodynamics. I have a budding interest and learning more about Vestibular rehabilitation. I love spending time with my husband and our 2 beautiful kids. We enjoy going for biking, hiking and simply spending time at parks with our friends.

Madison Dewoody
Public Relations Manager
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My name is Madison Dewoody and I am the Public Relations Manager for Essential Chirocare and Physical Therapy. One of the hallmarks of our company is our dedication to what we call "White Glove Concierge Service"
This refers to a high level of personalized and meticulous service provided to our patients and referring providers. It typically involves going above and beyond standard service expectations to create an exclusive experience.
Our white-glove service can include various elements, such as:
- Personalized attention: Customers are treated as individuals, and their preferences and needs are taken into account.
- Expert guidance: Our staff are highly knowledgeable about Essential services that may help our patients in their recovery. They also have a clear understanding of the needs of our referring providers.
- Assistance with special requests: Our staff will go the extra mile to fulfill special requests or accommodate unique needs. This can involve arranging customized experiences, personalized delivery of medical records and reports or providing transportation for our patients.
- Prompt and efficient service: Clients can expect quick response times and efficient handling of their requests. Employees are trained to handle tasks swiftly and with precision, minimizing the client's waiting time.
- Attention to detail: Every aspect of our services are carefully considered, from the cleanliness and aesthetics of the physical environment of our clinics.
Our staff pay close attention to every detail to ensure a flawless and memorable experience.
Overall, our white glove concierge service aims to create a sense of luxury, exclusivity, and exceptional care for patients and referring providers. It goes beyond the basic requirements of service and focuses on delivering an experience that exceeds expectations and leaves a lasting impression.
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Whether your pain and discomfort is longstanding or new, we are a Tampa chiropractor who will work with you to get to its root cause so that you don’t just feel well, but are well. Set up a consultation with us to get started.
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