Meet Bend Oregon Chiropractor Dr. Ross C. Keys

Dr. Ross C. Keys is a board certified Chiropractic Physician with an emphasis on Sports Medicine.  His great interest in athletics, led him to become a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician® (CCSP®) through the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians™ (ACSBP®) which he has now expanded and been awarded the prestigious Diplomate status which includes 300+ hours of post-doctorate education, 100+ hours of “On the field” experience, a published peer review article, as well as written and practical tests.  Currently, nationwide, there are about 240 Diplomates of American Chiropractic Board Sports Physicians® (DACBSP®).  Dr. Keys is the ONLY Chiropractor in Central Oregon with this incredible distinction!  Dr. Keys will also soon become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).

Dr. Ross C. Keys is a United States Air Force veteran where he earned his associate degree and National certification as a Medical Laboratory Technician.  From there he completed his Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science from Utah State University while working as a strength coach for the Utah State Aggies.  He had planned on getting his masters degree, but found himself compelled to pursue Chiropractic.  Dr. Keys moved to Portland Oregon where he enrolled in and completed Chiropractic School at Western States Chiropractic College (WSCC) now University of Western States (UWS).  WSCC is known for its high academic standards, evidence based teachings founded on science and published literature; as well as its “medical” model.  Dr. Keys excelled at WSCC, and graduated in December 2004.  He purchased his first practice in southern Oregon where he and his wife lived for about 4 ½ years.  However, they soon realized central Oregon is where they wanted to be, and finally after much anticipation, made the move to Bend!

Dr. Ross C. Keys believes that exercise, good nutrition, plenty of water, and Chiropractic care are key ingredients to living a healthy and happy life.  His patient education begins by teaching that if we starve ourselves in any of these areas we will begin to feel the ill effects.  Dr. Keys believes that in order to successfully treat a condition you must find the cause. Many times we take the wrong approach to alleviating our failing health.  The human body is exceptionally complex and many times there can be more than one “cause” of pain, swelling, etc.  He tells patients “If all we do is treat the symptoms, we miss the boat because the symptoms will always come back until you find and fix the cause!”  Dr. Ross C. Keys feels that treating the source of the problem will also help minimize if not prevent the effects of future occurrences.  If Dr. Keys feels the patient needs additional resources for their complaint, he is quick to make the appropriate referral and assist the patient in any care necessary.

Dr. Ross C. Keys married Esther Hurd in July 2004. They have three children: Jordan, River, and Eden.  Bend is where they plan to put down roots and raise their family.  They love the weather, the location, the scenery, and the community!  They plan on becoming a part of the Bend community for years to come as their children grow.  You will often hear them say, “We love everything about Bend and are so blessed to have finally made it here!”

Dr. Ross C. Keys has a long history of athletic competition.  He has participated in a variety of different sports including: ice and roller hockey, football, soccer, wrestling, basketball, volleyball, and many more.  He has played at various levels ranging from recreational, to college division 1, to minor professional.  He also has a profound love for the outdoors, and with his family, where he enjoys:  hiking, swimming, climbing, snowboarding, riding motorcycles, quads, snowmobiles, and just about anything else outside.

Personal note from the Doctor:

              "I feel so blessed to be here.  Life is full of ups and downs but if you are patient and trust in God, then good things are bound to happen!  I am excited to be here and offer my services to the community.  I believe my life experiences as well as my professional experiences will help me offer great health care to everyone who comes through my doors.  I continue to push forward in my education so that I may stay on top of the ever changing health and wellness industry.  I eagerly await our meeting and the opportunity to help you.  Remember,

'Life is an Adventure…Adjust to it!'

To a Healthier and Happier you,

Ross C. Keys, DC, DACBSP®