Dr. Robert Richart has been in private practice since 1986. He sees both chiropractic and functional medicine patients in his Northfield, Ilinois office.
He is not a medical doctor and does not provide medical services.
A graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic, Dr. Richart believes in the importance of continuing education. He is certified through Functional Medicine University sponsored by The Southern California University for the Health Sciences as a Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner. In addition he has completed a one year mentorship in functional medicine through a collaboration program between The Institute of Functional Medicine and the Kalish Institute. He is listed on the Kalish Institute's directory of doctors trained in the Kalish Method. He continues to participate in post graduate education programs through the Kalish Institute.
He has passed examinations by the American Chiropractic Board of Sports Physicians leading to designation as a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician and by The National Strength and Conditioning Association leading to national certification as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. He is a Fellow of the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture.
He has completed advanced training in chiropractic rehabilitation, orthopedics and technique. He has lectured for the National Strength and Conditioning Association on evaluating the back and preventing injuries to the back.
Dr. Richart contributes to his community as well. A past president of the Niles Chamber of Commerce, his practice participates in fundraising for area charities and provides chiropractic services for local race events.
A frequent lecturer, he has taught programs on health, wellness and injury prevention for Kraft Foods, United Airlines, Nightingale Conant and Shure Electronics to name but a few.
Dr. Richart, his wife Noriko and their labradoodles Kenta & Hachi live in the north suburbs where they enjoy cycling, hiking, travel and tennis.
