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History of Downs Chiropractic
After graduating from New York Chiropractic College in April 1985, Dr. Downs immediately started as a temporary employee for a chiropractor in Levittown, NY, covering for an injured associate. This two-month indoctrination after graduation was a valuable experience. The next opportunity was at a multidisciplinary clinic in New York City. From June 1985 through July 1986, Dr. Downs was a full-time associate at Dr’s Fifth Avenue, working with two senior chiropractors, two medical doctors, and a podiatrist. This proved to be a valuable experience as well, both in treating a large volume of patients as well as in collaborating with other health professionals in optimizing patient care.
Wanting to return to Connecticut, Dr. Downs opened a chiropractic office on South Main Street in Torrington with classmate and colleague, Dr. Gregory Bruno. Operating as two sole proprietors sharing office space, the practice grew steadily to the point where another doctor was needed. Doctors Downs and Bruno formed a partnership, titled Chiropractic Care Office, and hired Dr. Leonard Kocis as an associate chiropractor. The three-doctor facility thrived until April 2000 when changes in the managed care environment prompted a change in the business plan, whereby each doctor converted to a solo practice. At that point, Downs Chiropractic was launched, and in October 2004, moved to its present location at 459 Prospect Street.