Dr. Sean Cotter, founder of Liberty Wellness & Chiro, has been practicing chiropractic for nearly two decades. He graduated from SUNY Stony Brook with a BS in Biology and received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree with honours from New York Chiropractic College.

Before pursuing his studies in chiropracti,c Dr. Cotter performed molecular biology and cancer research for the department of Human Genetics and Development at Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center and Department of Pediatrics, Division of Hematology-Oncology, Schneider Children’s Hospital of LIJ where he co-authored and provided technical expertise for several research papers in prestigious science journals. However, his work in research was overshadowed by a strong interest and passion for chiropractic that developed during his teenage years after injuring his lower spine. Following his years in research, he joined the New York City Fire Department, where he worked as a firefighter in Ladder Company #16 and Hazardous Materials Company #1 for 10 years.

He attended New York Chiropractic College while working for the FDNY. His clinical experience has led him to the creation of a unique approach in which his practice offers a full spectrum of treatment options to fit the needs of every individual patient. He maintains a strong commitment to patient health and wellness and utilizes numerous chiropractic techniques. He also incorporates corrective exercises in patient treatment regimens so they can better maintain their spinal corrections. He is a member of the ACA (American Chiropractic Association), is a former Membership Chairperson of the NYS Chiropractic Association.