Dr. Shaloam A. Ofisa DC, MS, FMT
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Dr. Shaloam Ofisa grew up in Samoa most of his life where Natural Healing and Holistic Care is most popular.
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He served a two year mission for his church (LDS) 2003-2005 in the Idaho Pocatello Mission (IPM).
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Dr. Ofisa came back the summer of 2005 and Married his beautiful wife Brittney D. Nelson of Pocatello. Brittney has a background in graphic design and multi-media.
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They have 4 beautiful children, Anitelu 12 years old (boy), Aleki 11 years old (boy), Aleina 7 years old (girl) and AloAli'ioSamoa 4 years old (boy). He loves spending time with his family when he is not in the office helping his patients feel better.
HOBBIES: Dr. Ofisa plays volleyball 1-2x's/week with friends and family. He and his wife loves going to the gym at 5 O'clock in the morning 5 times a week to work out. Dr. Ofisa was involved in a lot of sports when he was young including basketball (played 4 years in High School), Rugby and Football.
BACKGROUND:
Bachelor of Science (B.S): Exercise and Sports Science (Idaho State University)
Bachelor of Science (B.S): Human Biology (University of Western States)
Masters of Science (M.S): Exercise and Sports Science (University of Western States)
Doctrate of Chiropractic (D.C): Chiropractic (University of Western States)
Fascial Movement Taping (FMT): Cerified Rocktape Provider
Certification in Clinical Nutrition
N.B.C.E: National Board Certified Physiotherapist
Internship/Preceptorship: Campus Clinic (UWS) Portland, Oregon
Free Clinic downtown Portland, Oregon
Outpatient Clinic (UWS) Portland, Oregon
Ellis Chiropractic in Blackfoot, Idaho
Dr. Ofisa number one goal as a chiropractor, is to provide you with immediate pain relief. This is achieved by using advanced treatment methods designed to ease your pain as quickly as possible. Dr. Ofisa believes that no one should ever have to live with chronic pain nor should they make it a part of their normal life. If you are this person, we can help! Don't wait, Call Now! And find out how chiropractic care can help you get your life back.
Meet the Staff
Jody Nelson
Jody is our office manager. Jody is the mother of 5 and grandmother of 12. She has a passion for health and wellness and has multiple certifications in the wellness industry. Jody enjoys spending time with her family and serving others. She is a self-made artist (she painted our children’s room) and enjoys traveling and learning. Jody’s philosophy is “Everyday you spend taking care of your health is one less day you spend losing it”. Jody enjoys working with the patients in the clinic and is always looking for new ways to make their experience here at the office more enjoyable.
Cassidy Bruce
Cassidy is the first one you will meet when you come to the clinic. She is so friendly and caring with our patients. She recently graduated with an Occupational Therapy Assistant degree. She enjoys the healing realm of the medical community and has been a great asset to our team. She loves spending time with her husband and dog enjoying the outdoors. They enjoy dirt biking, camping, horseback riding and watching new movies.
Taylor Sloan
Taylor is Dr. Ofisa’s assistant and works directly with our patients. He recently married and is also a student at BYUI online. Taylor was born and raised in Idaho Falls, Idaho, where he attended school and played sports. He served a mission for his church before coming to work at our clinic. He loves staying active, and especially enjoys football, workouts at the gym, yard games and snowboarding. Above all, he loves spending time with his beautiful new wife. Taylor always has a smile and a willingness to help and serve our patients.
Sara Gonzalez
Sara is our billing gal! She is on top of things and is a great person. She just got married and they have two kids. Sara is great at what she does and she knows how to get the job done quickly and efficiently. We love having Sara in our office.
Billy Jo Hill
Billie Jo Hill graduated from the College of Massage Therapy in December 2020. She has been with us from the beginning and is loved by her patients. Billy Jo has a love for helping people in their healing journey. She is very caring and compassionate to the needs of the patients she sees. In her spare time she enjoys the outdoors, hiking, and enjoys spending time with family and friends. Billy Jo has two grown children and is a proud grandma for the first time. She has two dogs that keep her company in her spare time.
Jose Ceballos
Jose is a 2016 graduate of National Holistic Institute 900 program as a Massage Therapist and Health Educator. Jose works with a variety of conditions and creates a customized, outcome-driven treatment plan for each patient to address their health needs. He incorporates massage therapy with Corrective Exercises and Stretching to support each patient’s health care plan. While Sports Massage and Deep Tissue are his strength, function and pain relief are the main goal of every massage. Jose brings great experience and expertise to our office and is greatly loved by our patients.
