Meet Dr. Andrew
e. drakinach@gmail.com
p. 705-257-6968
An Individualized Approach
Dr. Andrew has a patient focused approach when it comes to providing care. Everyone has a story. Dr. Andrew will sit down with you to figure out exactly what is going on with your specific case in order to understand your health/performance goals and provide you with a personal, detailed plan to reach those goals together…FAST!
With the utilization of traditional chiropractic adjustments along with manual muscle therapy, therapeutic exercises, dynamic/kinesiology taping and basic supplement recommendations, Dr. Andrew has the tools to keep you at your best! By keeping up to date with the latest research, he has the knowledge to provide you with the highest quality care available.
Having earned the opportunity of working within the Human Performance Center at Northwestern Health Sciences University, Dr. Andrew has gained experience working with high level and professional athletes and looks to bring that same quality of care to each and every person that comes through the door.
Education and Certifications:
Doctor of Chiropractic - Sports Emphasis with Internship - Northwestern Health Sciences University
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Physics with Honors- Laurentian University
FAKTR Technique Certified
DOT Physicals
Pre-participation Sport Physicals
SCAT5 Concussion Assessment and Rehab
The Backstory:
Dr. Andrew grew up in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Canada. After graduating from college in 2018, he moved to Minnesota to attend chiropractic school where he graduated from Northwestern Health Sciences University with an emphasis in sports medicine.
Growing up in Canada, Dr. Andrew loved to stay active. He played multiple sports including football, golf, and his favorite; hockey. He also enjoyed all outdoor activities including hunting, fishing and hiking with family and friends.
His passion for the outdoors followed him to Minnesota. He spends his free time playing goalie on Minnesota rinks as well as exploring the many hiking/biking trails. In the warm months, he also loves to tee off at golf courses throughout the Twin Cities area.
Dr. Andrew brings his love for being active into caring for patients and looks forward to helping all people, including athletes reach their optimal potential.
Dr. Andrew accepts insurance payments!
He will also be accepting cash and HSA payments for patients who wish to use them. Please bring in your insurance card on the first visit and Dr. Andrew will be able to check your eligibility of benefits and verify them for chiropractic care. It is important to note that the most accurate way to check availability is for you to call the insurance provider directly and have them explain to you what exactly is covered.
Dr. Andrew is currently an in-network provider with:
UCare
HealthPartners
CIGNA
Unity Point
UMR
AETNA
Preferred One
BCBS
United Health Care
Medicare
*If you do not see your company listed, bring your card in regardless and we will find answers for you!