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The Doctor

Dr. Jess Pontious, D.C.

Dr. Pontious and family and friends

Dr. Jess Pontious received his Doctor of Chiropractic Degree in 1987 from Life Chiropractic College-West in Northern California. Prior to studying Chiropractic, he earned a B.S. degree in Biological Sciences from the University of California at Davis.

Dr. Pontious and his wife, Deena, have lived in Danville for 29 years, where they raised their 2 children, a son who now lives and works in Denver, Colorado as an Electrical Engineer, and a daughter who recently graduated from UC Berkeley and is working as a Software Engineer. Dr. Pontious enjoys running/hiking (he has completed 10 marathons), going on adventures, and playing tennis, basketball and golf, as well as constantly learning, improving and growing!!

Dr. Pontious has post-graduate training in sports injury treatment, in detecting and correcting scoliosis and other spinal problems in children, and in evaluating and correcting biomechanical problems of the feet. He utilizes the Foot Levelers system for providing patients with custom corrective foot orthotics. Dr. Pontious has a special passion for working with children and teens to ensure that their spines are healthy for the rest of their lives!

Patients appreciate Dr. Pontious for his honesty and authenticity, and for the great results they receive from his 35 years of experience in gently and effectively restoring their bodies to optimal function.