Our Doctors
Dr. James C . Gray
Dr. James Gray was raised in several locales, but he proudly calls the Kansas City metro area his home. His educational journey includes attending Missouri Southern State University, Kansas State University, and Cleveland Chiropractic College.
After earning his doctorate in 1995, Dr. Gray established his first practice in Blue Springs, MO. After serving several thousand patients and gaining invaluable experience, he decided to open a new office in Independence, MO, where he has been providing chiropractic services since 2003.
As a busy father of four daughters, Dr. Gray has been actively involved in their sports, cheerleading, and various activities. For years, he has taken on the roles of coach, sponsor, assistant, and taxi driver! Now that his daughters are getting older, he proudly shares that as of 2025, he has six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.
In addition to his practice, Dr. Gray serves as the Official Team Chiropractor for the Kansas City Mavericks, an ECHL affiliate of the NHL's Seattle Kraken. He has also been a board member of the Missouri State Chiropractors Association and is an active community member, frequently speaking at functions about healthcare and business.
Dr. Gray is a member of the American Chiropractic Association and the Missouri Chiropractic Physicians Association. He has received multiple awards and certifications, and he is particularly known for his expertise in non-surgical spinal decompression. Additionally, he collaborates with Dr. Josh Sonsiadek to enhance patient care and service in the community.
Dr. Josh Sonsiadek
Dr. Josh Sonsiadek was born and raised in New Jersey but has proudly called the Kansas City area his home since 1998. His passion for helping people is deeply rooted in the numerous reconstructive knee surgeries and lower back pains he experienced from countless soccer injuries sustained during high school. He began his journey in healthcare as a student athletic trainer in both high school and college, working under the mentorship of Dr. Margaret Dillon, a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician. Dr. Dillon not only assisted him as a patient but also ignited his passion for pursuing a career in chiropractic services.
Upon graduating from Cleveland Chiropractic College, Dr. Josh was fortunate to work alongside one of the great pioneers in chiropractic, Dr. Rolla Pennell. Dr. P shared his 50 years of experience with Dr. Josh in various aspects of chiropractic, significantly shaping his philosophy of making patients the number one priority.
After treating thousands of patients, Dr. Josh joined forces with his longtime friend and colleague, Dr. James Gray, in late 2008 to further enhance their chiropractic services.
Dr. Josh is an active member of the Missouri Chiropractic Physicians Association. Engaging with the community, he has delivered lectures to numerous businesses on the importance of workplace ergonomics and safety. He has also spoken at various groups and organizations, including the Lions Club and the Blue Springs Chamber of Commerce, focusing on chiropractic's vital role in the healthcare industry. Additionally, Dr. Josh collaborates with local sports organizations to promote strength, endurance, conditioning, nutrition, and injury prevention, including non-surgical spinal decompression techniques.
