Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Dr. Ash Khodabakhsh The Chiro Guy of Beverly Hills

Dr. Ash Khodabakhsh The Chiro Guy shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.

Hi Ash , thank you so much for joining us today. We’re thrilled to learn more about your journey, values and what you are currently working on. Let’s start with an ice breaker: What do you think is misunderstood about your business? 
One of the most common misconceptions about chiropractic care is that it’s just a quick “crack” and you’re out the door. In my practice, we do things differently. I believe that true healing requires more than a five-minute appointment; it requires understanding the “why” behind your pain.
Every session in my office lasts between 45 and 60 minutes. During that time, we don’t just treat the symptoms—we investigate the root cause. We take a deep dive into your daily habits, analyzing everything from your workout form and sleep positions to your desk ergonomics.
By combining sports medicine, physical therapy, and chiropractic care, we provide a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to you. You’ll leave with specific stretches and corrective exercises designed to prevent future injuries. Our goal isn’t to provide a temporary “band-aid” fix; we are committed to delivering fast, functional, and permanent results.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
My journey began in 2008 with a single mission: to provide a level of care that actually lasts. Today, I lead two distinct practices—The Chiro Guy on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills and Winer Chiropractic in Canoga Park. Since 2014, I’ve been honored to be the #1 top-rated chiropractor in Los Angeles and Beverly Hills, but the true reward is in the results.
What sets us apart is the ’60-minute standard.’ While the common misconception is that chiropractic care is a quick five-minute adjustment, I spend 45 to 60 minutes with every patient. We don’t just treat the pain; we deconstruct the cause. I dive deep into my patients’ daily routines—from their workout form to their sleep ergonomics—to provide the stretches and modifications necessary for permanent change. By blending advanced technology with sports medicine, physical therapy, and chiropractic care, I’m able to get patients well faster than traditional methods allow. At the end of the day, my goal isn’t to string you along for more visits; it’s to get you back to your life, better than ever.”

Amazing, so let’s take a moment to go back in time. What’s a moment that really shaped how you see the world?
“My philosophy was actually born out of frustration. As a kid, I dreaded the doctor’s office. I remember having a 1:00 PM appointment and not being seen until nearly 2:00 PM. The waiting was exhausting, but the worst part was the appointment itself—it only lasted minutes. I never felt heard; I was just handed a prescription and told to move on.
I made a vow then that if I ever became a doctor, I would do the exact opposite. I would respect my patients’ time.
That is why since 2008, I have never double-booked and I never keep people waiting.We don’t mask symptoms with ‘band-aid’ fixes. We dive into your workouts, your sleep habits, and your daily movements to find the root cause. I’m here to get you well faster than anyone else, with a permanent solution—not to string you along.”

What did suffering teach you that success never could?
Dr. Ash: “Success is a great motivator, but suffering is the greater teacher. It taught me the most sobering and empowering lesson of my life: no one is coming to save you. Just a few years ago, right when YouTube Shorts was taking off, I told myself: ‘This is the time.’ I dove in headfirst, teaching myself everything from editing to SEO. For a full year, I didn’t miss a single day of posting. It was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done, but seeing that Gold Creator Award on my wall and hitting 2.5 million subscribers makes every late-night editing session worth it.

Early on, I realized that if I didn’t step up, embrace the hardships, and figure things out for myself, I would never reach my goals. Success can sometimes make you feel entitled, but suffering reminds you that you are the only one who can truly accomplish what you set out to do. You have to go through the fire to get to where you want to be.

This is exactly why I’m so protective of my patients’ recovery. I know what it’s like to feel like the odds are against you. It’s also why I don’t believe in shortcuts or ‘band-aid’ fixes. When you’ve worked that hard to overcome a challenge, the victory feels significantly better because you know you earned it. I bring that same ‘defy the odds’ energy into my clinics every day because my patients deserve a doctor who understands that the hardest paths often lead to the best results.”

I think our readers would appreciate hearing more about your values and what you think matters in life and career, etc. So our next question is along those lines. What’s a cultural value you protect at all costs?
As a Jewish immigrant from Iran, the value I protect at all costs is the tradition of treating every guest as if they were family. In Persian culture, hospitality is sacred. When a guest enters your home, they receive the utmost respect and care; you treat their needs as if they were your own.

I have meticulously applied this to my practice. When you walk into The Chiro Guy on Rodeo Drive or Winer Chiropractic in Canoga Park, you aren’t just a patient on a chart—you have entered my home. You are family.

If my own family member were in pain I would do everything in my power to find the root cause and heal them correctly. My heritage taught me that care is not a transaction—it is an act of hospitality.”

Okay, we’ve made it essentially to the end. One last question before you go. What do you understand deeply that most people don’t?
I understand that your health is not just one ‘part’ of your life—it is the foundation for everything else. You only get one body, and yet people often take better care of their cars or their businesses than they do of themselves.

What I see deeply is that pain rarely comes from one massive event; it’s the compound effect of the ‘small things’ we do every day. How you sit, how you move, the repetitive micro-stresses we ignore—those add up over time until the body finally breaks.

I also understand that physical pain is never just physical. It bleeds into your mental clarity, your emotional resilience, and your relationships. If you are a high-performer who is all about your work, you have to realize that self-care is a business strategy. If you don’t feel well physically, you cannot think clearly or work effectively. When you neglect your body, you aren’t just risking a backache; you are compromising your entire quality of life, both personal and professional. My job is to protect that foundation.”

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