Meet the SWBPC Team
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Dr. Michael Pendleton
Owner/Director
Dr. Pendleton uses a "whole person" approach in order to identify the root of any health problems. He uses a thorough history, physical examination, advanced diagnostic tests such as blood, urine, saliva, and electrodiagnostic tests as needed to tailor treatments and lifestyle changes to each individual patient. He has more than 25 years of experience working as a licensed chiropractor in Albuquerque, and he has several post-graduate certifications in areas like electrodiagnostics, traumatic brain injuries, and sports injuries.
He is acknowledged as a regional and federal regulator, and the NMCA named him "Chiropractor of the Year" in 2016! Along with going to the gym, he likes to go road and mountain biking in his spare time. If you're looking for a doctor who takes a personalized, whole person approach to your health, Dr. Pendleton may be a good fit for you!
Dr. Doug Meints
Brain Mapping/Neurofeedback Director
Dr. Doug Meints was one of the first chiropractors to measure how chiropractic affects stress, brain function, and human performance. He is devoted to studying the nervous system related to mood, mental focus, and resilience. He believes, "As the brain goes…so goes physical health, self-image, and relationships.
In 1973, he accepted a Presidential nomination to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland, and graduated four years later, earning a Bachelor of Science in oceanography. He spent the next five years as a jet navigator, flying from the decks of aircraft carriers in the Pacific. Leaving the Navy in 1984, Dr. Meints graduated from Logan College of Chiropractic, followed by 26 years of private practice near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He has worked closely with Dr. Pendleton since 2015.
Coby
Patient Advocate
Corbin, our patient advocate, is Dr. Pendleton’s right hand man (and sometimes left). He’s been working here since 2017 when he was still playing basketball at Eldorado High School. He had an interest in sports medicine and found intrigue in Dr. Pendleton’s practice.
After 5 years at Southwest Brain Performance Centers, he guides and educates every patient through treatment by listening to your concerns and being with you every step of the way. His goal is to ensure your safety and prevent errors that could affect your treatment. In his free time, he enjoys going to the lake and snowboarding. We’re sure you’ll get along with Coby, he’s a pretty cool guy!
Gabe
Hyperbaric Technician/Front Desk
Gabriel has been one of our Hyperbaric Technicians here at Southwest Brain Performance Centers since 2018. He provides Hyperbaric Therapy to patients who are suffering from a variety of conditions by administering these treatments in a safe and effective manner. His goal is to ensure that you will be getting the most benefit out of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy!
He was born and raised in Taos, New Mexico, where he went to Taos High School and met his best friend, Jeremy. They moved out of Taos for school and both went on to work at Pro Oxygen in Albuquerque, an oxygen bar and hub for Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatment. When Pro Oxygen moved out of Albuquerque, Dr. Pendleton purchased a Hyperbaric Chamber and brought the effective treatment to Southwest Brain Performance Centers to help patients with brain injuries and other conditions heal at a much more accelerated rate. Gabriel has been a registered technician for five years.
Off the clock, Gabriel is a music producer and DJ and also loves to read manga!
Jeremy
Hyperbaric Technician/Front Desk
Like Gabe, Jeremy has been a Hyperbaric Technician for six years. He administers Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to our patients suffering from many different conditions such as Traumatic Brain Injuries, Diabetic wound healing, Lyme Disease, and Mold Toxicity. He has always been intrigued with the human body and medicine and found Hyperbaric Oxygen to be a fascinating treatment for a plethora of conditions.
Jeremy was born and raised in Taos, New Mexico, before moving to Albuquerque to go to the University of New Mexico. He was on the lookout for a job that pertained to health and the human body, where he found Pro Oxygen in Albuquerque, an oxygen bar and hub for Hyperbaric. He became a registered Hyperbaric technician in 2017 and worked at Pro Oxygen for two years before the practice moved to Taos, New Mexico. Once Dr. Pendleton got this news, he purchased a Hyperbaric Chamber and hired both Gabriel and Jeremy to work here at Southwest Brain Performance Centers in 2019.
In his free time, Jeremy produces music and loves to draw.
Maia
Front Desk/Social Media Manager
Maia, our office and social media manager since February 2022, is the first friendly face to greet our clients when they arrive at Southwest Brain Performance Centers. She oversees the management of our social media accounts, producing interesting content, and interacting with our followers. Maia also provides exceptional patient care by returning calls, introducing herself to patients, and offering them a cup of coffee to make them feel at home. Our practice has benefited from her passion and upbeat positive attitude, and we are happy to have her on our team.
She loves dogs (ask her about it) and in her free time takes her dog on hikes!