Dr. David Cifra, DC

SERVING PATIENTS SINCE 1992…

Dr. Cifra specializes in treating complicated progressive spinal injuries utilizing a technique referred to as Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression. He is an integral leader in bringing Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression to Sarasota County, FL and Manatee County, FL.

As an innovator Dr. Cifra is in the forefront of technology in bringing conservative options to patients dealing with severe spinal issues such as neck and back pain, herniated, bulging, degenerative discs, sciatica, stenosis, facet arthrosis, facet syndrome, failed neck & back surgery, numbness and tingling, arm and leg pain.

Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression is a medical breakthrough technology that is designed to relieve pressure on pinched nerves (neural impingement) of the spinal column without the use of drugs or surgery.

Dr. Cifra believes that while most healthcare approaches focus on treating symptoms, he instead focuses on the cause of those health problems. He understands the need to focus on a whole body approach to healthcare which leads to a more appropriate diagnosis and treatment of the conditions people suffer from today. Treating the cause is paramount rather than just treating the symptoms. My goal and motto has been the same from day one… “Helping you to a healthier tomorrow”

Education/Training

  • The International Medical Advisory Board on Spinal Decompression certification – Advanced Training in Disc Disorders: 2017 Dr. David Cifra, DC has demonstrated exemplary level of excellence in the diagnosis and treatment of Spinal disc disorders.
  • Chiropractic Orthopedics-Certificate of course completion-.National College of Chiropractic, Chicago, IL-2000
  • Doctor of Chiropractic Northwestern College of Chiropractic, Minneapolis, MN – 1992
  • Bachelor of ScienceBusiness Administration/Marketing, LeMoyne College, Syracuse, NY – 1986
  • Christian Brothers Academy (CBA), Syracuse, NY – 1981

Owner/Sole Proprietor

Disc Centers of America
Midtown Medical Park, 1215 S. East Ave, Suite 210, Sarasota, FL 34239:  2022 – current
University Health Park, Sarasota, FL: 2019 – 2022
Lyndon Office Park, Fayetteville, NY: 2017 – current (other location)

Upstate Spinal Decompression
Lyndon Office Park, Fayetteville, NY: 2016 – 2017

Upstate Spinal Decompression
Koinonia Center of Health, Fayetteville, NY: 2014 – 2016

Cifra Chiropractic
Court Street, Syracuse, NY: 1992 – 2014

Affiliations

  • Florida Chiropractic Association (FCA)
  • International Disc Education Association
  • International Neuropathy Association-FOUNDING MEMBER

Recognition

  • Recipient of 2017 Best Spinal Decompression Physicians in America
  • Recipient of 2015 Excellence in Healthcare Award

Books

  • Author: Dr. David Cifra, DC
    “Spinal Health Non-Surgical – Spinal Decompression Explained”
  • Co-Author with Dr. Eric Kaplan, DC, F.I.A.M.A
    “Back Surgery: The Real and Hidden Costs”
  • Co-Author
    “FROM ADVERSITY TO SUCCESS: Change Your Thinking Change Your Life” This book is a collaboration of Mastermind members including Brian Tracy and Bob Proctor

Interests

Berkshire Hathaway CNY Realty – Fayetteville, NY 2014 – Present

Realtor/Investor – Working with investors/partners redeveloping and remarketing distressed properties.

Personal

Dr. David Cifra, DC is passionate about healthcare and believes in optimal health and wellness through Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression treatments in conjunction with chiropractic care. Dr. Cifra shares the same philosophy and crusades for better healthcare with his significant other Theresa Cangemi, CSA, CLTC, who is a licensed Medicare Insurance Specialist known as, “The Medicare Insurance Lady” throughout Upstate New York. She is also licensed in Florida. Her business Retirement Health Plans Made Simple (sm) shares a similar mission in quality healthcare for all, and specializes in helping those eligible for Medicare move into retirement navigating the complex Medicare insurance choices they face in healthcare today. Dr. Cifra has two beautiful daughters that he cherishes and believes they are integral in shaping the man he is today.

Certifications

  • IDEA Member 2025
Download The Free Patients Guide to Back Pain Disc Centers of America Top Doctor
Download My New Ebook Dr Cifra on Magazine Cover
New Book
BioPosture Your Mattress Matters
IDEA Member 2017-2018
IDEA Member 2021-2022
IDEA Member 2022-2023
IDEA Member 2023
IDEA Member 2024
IDEA Member 2025

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