In the first episode of Clear & Connected, Dr. Anthony Lopez shares the story behind his journey into chiropractic and the bigger mission behind Clear Families Chiropractic.

Growing up in a small Mississippi town, Dr. Anthony originally saw himself pursuing sports medicine and physical therapy. That direction changed after he was introduced to chiropractic, witnessed patients experiencing meaningful changes, and later experienced his own struggles with back pain.

That journey eventually led him to Life University, where chiropractic became more than a career choice—it became a philosophy about helping the body function at its highest level.

In this episode, Dr. Anthony talks about:

• Growing up in small-town Mississippi and his early interest in healthcare
• Why he originally planned to become a physical therapist
• The experience that first opened his eyes to chiropractic
• How his own back problems helped change his career direction
• His experience attending Life University
• Why the body's ability to heal and adapt became central to his philosophy
• His passion for caring for children, families, and people beyond simply treating back pain
• The bigger mission behind Clear Families Chiropractic
• What listeners can expect from the Clear & Connected podcast

The vision for the show goes beyond chiropractic education. Future episodes will feature community leaders from Gulfport and the Mississippi Gulf Coast, patient stories, conversations with the Clear Families team, and practical discussions designed to help listeners live healthier, more connected lives.

The mission: educate, inspire, strengthen the community, and help more families understand what's possible when their health becomes a priority.

Welcome to Clear & Connected.