Dr. Alex Marchegiani is a compassionate chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner dedicated to uncovering the root causes of his patients’ health concerns and guiding them toward lasting wellness through individualized, holistic care. Integrating the principles of chiropractic philosophy with functional medicine, Dr. Alex emphasizes the body’s innate ability to heal itself by optimizing and restoring the body’s natural balance. He is deeply committed to patient education and collaborative decision-making, ensuring that each person gains a deeper understanding of their health and the interconnected systems that influence it. Dr. Alex empowers his patients to take an active role in their healing journey, promoting true, sustainable health from the inside out.
Education & Experience
Dr. Alex earned his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts Amherst, where he developed a strong foundation in human movement, exercise science, and physiology. He went on to receive his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic, where he deepened his understanding of the body’s vital connection between structure and function. Before becoming a chiropractor, Dr. Alex gained extensive clinical experience working as an exercise physiologist in a cardiac unit and as an operative surgical assistant. These roles provided him with a unique, integrative perspective on patient care, blending conventional medical experience with a holistic, functional approach to restoring health and preventing disease.
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Alex’s expertise encompasses musculoskeletal issues, hormonal dysfunction, autoimmune conditions, adrenal fatigue, metabolic disorders, chronic pain, and weight management. He takes a comprehensive, functional medicine approach, integrating individual biomarkers, lifestyle interventions, nutrition, and personalized treatment plans to address the root causes of each patient’s health concerns. By combining his chiropractic background with functional medicine principles, Dr. Alex helps patients restore balance, optimize performance, and achieve long-term wellness.
Professional Contributions
Driven by a steadfast commitment to learning, Dr. Alex has completed advanced functional medicine training through institutions such as The Kalish Institute of Functional Medicine and Cogence Functional Immunology. He remains committed to continuing education to stay current with the latest advancements in functional medicine.
Personal Life
Dr. Alex Marchegiani was raised in Massachusetts, just 20 minutes north of Boston. He is the second youngest of three siblings and an identical twin. Alex leads an active, family-oriented lifestyle and grew up playing football, lacrosse, and competing in alpine ski racing. When he is not on the go, he enjoys hiking, skiing, exercising, and spending time with his wife, Paige, and their two cats, Cheddar and Willow.