Health Center : Doctor Profiles

Dr. Rhina A. Patania, D.C.

Office Hours: Mon – Fri 10:30 am to 6:30 pm

Alma Mater: Life Chiropractic College West, San Lorenzo, CA 1993

Practice Experience: Full-time practice in Fremont, CA 1994 - 2000; Part-time practice 2000 - present; Faculty at Life Chiropractic College West Health Center 2000 - present  

Additional Credentials: X-ray Supervisor and Operator Certificate 1994 –present 

Specialties: Gonstead Technique, Diversified Technique, Pediatric patients  

Biography: I became a chiropractor so I could help patients of all ages heal to their fullest potential using a natural, non-invasive approach.  I knew that I wanted to be a chiropractor since I was a child.   I had been under chiropractic care since the age of 2, and growing up, I always looked forward to being adjusted by our family chiropractor.  My positive experience and the positive results experienced by my family, led me to pursue a career as a chiropractor. 

After being in private practice for several years, I accepted an opportunity to become a faculty member in the Life West Health Center.  This allowed me to share my experiences and knowledge with the interns as they provided patient care.   I also taught Gonstead technique classes and Clinical Management classes at our College.  I enjoy working with our interns and seeing them blossom into confident, knowledgeable Doctors of Chiropractic.  I am currently the Director of Quality Assurance and oversee the evaluation and assessment of different aspects of our Health Center.  I am also scheduled in the Imaging Department to supervise and assist interns taking x-rays.  Outside of the college, I continue to practice on a part-time basis.