Greetings! My name is Dr. Patrick O’Reilly.  I have recently joined Dr. Mark Swickard at Swickard Chiropractic Clinic of Shawnee, PA. and would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. 

  I am originally from Kansas City and grew up in the small town of Peculiar, just to the south. My wife, Ginger and I currently live in the Parkville area with our son, Thomas. We have been married since 2003. I chose to become a chiropractor while attending classes at the Rockhurst University here in Kansas City. I was enrolled in the physical therapy program and decided I needed to investigate other health careers. As it would happen, the very day I met with my academic advisor at Rockhurst I also had an appointment with our family Chiropractor. He and I talked about how similar the philosophy of Chiropractic was to my own views in health and that the body has the innate ability to heal itself without drugs or surgery.

 After attending Rockhurst for 3 years I continued my education at Cleveland Chiropractic College in Kansas City and graduated in May 1997 with a Doctorate of Chiropractic degree. I was fortunate enough to have some amazing teachers in Chiropractic school who took a sincere interest in teaching the fine art and science that is Chiropractic. I earned several awards, among them are “Clinic Excellence Award,” and “Clinic Service Award”. I ventured out on my own and after practicing in Lee’s Summit for a few years I am now pleased to join Dr. Mark Swickard and his team.

 Why do I feel compelled to share all this? If you first know my background I believe it will be easier for you to understand why I’m so committed to my goal for this great community. You see, I’ve seen many miraculous things in my chiropractic career. Babies suffering with ear infections and colic and their mothers struggling to find relief for their child. I’m a parent and I’ve been there. I have also seen the changes within families when one family member is challenged by a health condition or acute pain. As one family member heals, they all become well. I can only imagine the ripple effect this has on an entire community!

 My mission is simple, to help as many people as possible live their lives to the fullest thanks to chiropractic! And I begin this mission with you. I would love nothing more than to support your family and friends in living a healthier life. If you, or someone you know, would like to learn more about how chiropractic can positively impact health please give me a call at 913-268-8300. You can also email me at drpat@mswickard.com.  I look forward to hearing from you!

 Yours in Health,

 Dr. Patrick O’Reilly