Meet the Team
Your Scottsdale Chiropractic Team
Dr. David Pope, DC
Owner and Chiropractic Physician
Dr. David Pope is a dedicated chiropractor, passionate about helping individuals achieve optimal health and well-being through natural chiropractic care! Originally from Edmonton, Alberta, Dr. Pope’s story is one of perseverance and reflects a deep desire to help others navigate their health challenges.
From a young age, Dr. Pope dreamed of playing in the NHL. Growing up in Western Canada, where hockey is a way of life, he excelled at the sport, and he quickly stood out for his natural talent on the ice. He spent his childhood and teenage years working hard to make his dream a reality, and his determination led to an athletic hockey scholarship at the University of Nebraska Omaha. His skills on the ice drew the attention of NHL scouts, and he was drafted by the Detroit Red Wings—a moment that marked the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. After earning his undergraduate degree at UNO, he took another step to fulfill his dream and signed his first NHL contract.
However, Dr. Pope’s promising hockey career was cut short. At just 13 years old, he began experiencing chronic injuries, particularly to his head and neck. These injuries had plagued him his whole career and had a significant effect on his athletic ability and overall health. As his symptoms worsened, he grew increasingly disillusioned with traditional medical approaches, as no one seemed able to help him truly heal. Despite his passion for the game, his health challenges ultimately forced him to retire from hockey at a young age.
It was during this period of intense struggle that Dr. Pope’s life took a transformative turn. After years of searching for effective treatment, he finally found a doctor who completely changed his life—a chiropractor. For the first time in years, he felt like himself again! The relief and healing he experienced under chiropractic care sparked a profound change in his perspective, igniting a new passion: to become a chiropractor and help others facing the same frustrations and health challenges he once encountered.
Motivated by this newfound purpose, Dr. Pope pursued his chiropractic education at Northwestern Health Sciences University in Minnesota, where he obtained his chiropractic degree. Equipped with personal experience, knowledge, and a strong desire to help others, he founded Complete Wellness Chiropractic. As the owner and founder of this practice, Dr. Pope takes immense pride in offering care that is tailored to each patient’s needs, helping them heal from a variety of health issues.
Today, Dr. Pope is known for his compassionate approach to chiropractic care, his dedication to staying at the forefront of the latest healing techniques, and his personal commitment to improving the lives of those who walk through his doors. He understands first-hand what it’s like to experience life-changing health problems, and this empathy drives him to offer exceptional care, not only to help patients heal but to ensure they can live healthy, happy lives doing the things they love—not just now, but well into the future!
Outside of his professional life, Dr. Pope remains close to his roots in Western Canada, where his parents and sister still reside. His sister, who has a 1.5-year-old son, brings joy to his life, and Dr. Pope cherishes spending time with family and watching his nephew (Kane) grow. Dr. Pope also enjoys staying active by golfing, playing pickleball, tennis and going hiking!
Dr. Pope’s personal journey from hockey aspirations to overcoming chronic health challenges, has shaped his mission: to change and impact the lives of as many people as possible through great, natural, chiropractic care!