Our Providers
Meet our experts.
Dr. Amy Kochersberger, DC, CACCP
Dr. Amy Kochersberger is a regional leader in Women’s and family healthcare.
Her dedication to professional development and postdoctoral education has distinguished her in the field as well as made her a sought-after lecturer on perinatal chiropractic care for healthcare organizations and community wellness groups.
In addition to being Webster Technique and Spinning Babies certified, Dr. Kochersberger has extensive knowledge and training in postpartum care including pelvic floor and diastasis rehab. She is also certified in pediatric chiropractic, and has expertise in infant feeding, lactation-related issues, and tongue tie/TOTs (Tethered Oral Tissues).
Dr. Kochersberger’s professional practice is deeply informed by her personal life as a mother of five. She understands the chiropractic needs of patients from preconception through postpartum, as well as the individual needs of children at different stages of development. She finds her work-life balance through her love of family, reading, plants, and gardening.
Education
– Certified by the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics (CACCP)
– Spinning Babies Aware Practitioner
– Webster Technique and Perinatal Certified
– Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Primary Spine Practitioner
– Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College
– B.S. in Health Science, Nazareth College
Practice History
– Rochester Family Chiropractic, Rochester, NY, June 2022-present Greater Rochester
– Chiropractic, Rochester, NY, November 2017-May 2022
– Rochester Chiropractic for Women, Webster, NY, May 2011-October 2017
– Senior Intern, Canandaigua Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Canandaigua, NY, January-April 2011
Professional Associations
– Doula Cooperative of Rochester
– International Pediatric Chiropractic Association
– Rochester Area Birth Network
E. Daniel Quatro, DC
Dr. Quatro is a board-certified chiropractor with over 30 years of full-time clinical experience, and former owner of Quatro Chiropractic, PC.
He has worked as a Medical Director for MVP and consulted for several health care organizations on quality care and treatment guideline initiatives. Dr. Quatro served as a board member and past president of the New York State Chiropractic Association.
Dr. Quatro holds a Primary Spine Care certification and has been an advocate in his profession, and community, for patient-centered spine care for his entire professional career. He has been a volunteer in urban ministry for the past five years and is a past board member of the Flower City Arts Center. He serves on a committee at Excellus tasked with developing a value-based reimbursement method for quality spine care. He is the father of two lovely daughters, and avid fly fisherman and cyclist as well as an accomplished potter.
Professional Experience
– Doctor Of Chiropractic, Rochester Family Chiropractic | May 2022 – Present |
Rochester, New York Metropolitan Area
– Doctor Of Chiropractic, Greater Rochester Chiropractic | Nov 2017 – May 2022
– Doctor Of Chiropractic, Quatro Chiropractic | 1987 – Nov 2017 | 488 Plank Road Webster NY
– Medical Director, MVP Health Care | 2003 – 2009 | Rochester, New York Area
Education
– Graduate, Northeast College of Health Sciences | Doctor of Chiropractic | 1984 – 1987 | Activities and societies: New York State Chiropractic Association
– Undergraduate, Niagara University | Biology, General | 1981 – 1983
Mitchell J. Long, DC, MS
Dr. Mitch Long has a passion for human movement influenced by his past as a varsity athlete.
He looks to combine his clinical knowledge with his athletic experience to create a patient-centered care experience focused on long-term, functional lifestyle goals.
Dr. Long graduated as the recipient of the Ernest G. Napolitano Memorial Award for his various leadership roles which he has continued into private practice. He has served on several committees within the New York State Chiropractic Association and American Chiropractic Association with emphasis on interprofessional collaboration and professional development.
Away from the office Dr. Long enjoys woodworking with hand tools and spending time outdoors with his wife, Ary, also a chiropractor, and their dog Buster.
Education
– Excellus BlueCross BlueShield Primary Spine Practitioner
– Functional Movement Training – Rocktape & Rockblades (IASTM)
– Doctor of Chiropractic – New York Chiropractic College
– Master of Applied Clinical Nutrition – New York Chiropractic College
– Bachelor of Human Kinetics – University of Windsor
Practice History
– Rochester Family Chiropractic | Jan. ‘23 – Present
– Greater Rochester Chiropractic | Jan. ‘21 – Dec. ‘22
Professional Associations
– ACA NextGen
– New York State Chiropractic Association
Dr. Kelsey Pierce, DC
Dr. Kelsey Pierce strives to empower her RFC patients through a unique blend of evidence-informed chiropractic care, intentional communication, and meaningful education.
She is dedicated to purposeful professional interactions, demonstrated by her co-authorship of a published study on patient-provider exchanges leading to positive clinical outcomes.
Dr. Pierce exemplifies the RFC mantra that “Movement is Medicine.” Her wellness journey began as a professional dancer and Pilates instructor, and it has continued in her years as a chiropractor.
She is certified in Webster Technique and has completed post-graduate coursework in pediatric and perinatal care, as well as in Spinning Babies techniques. She also has extensive training in myofascial therapy to support dancers and athletes as they train, perform, compete, and recover. Dr. Pierce strives to bring leadership, clear communication and excellence to each of her patients every day.
Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time outside with her husband, daughter, and their dog, Zola. You can often find her exploring the Finger Lakes and hiking in the Adirondacks with her family.
Publications
– Pierce, K, Troutner, A, Rae, L, & Austin, J. (2022). Provider-patient communication: an illustrative case report of how provider language can influence patient prognosis. Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association.
Awards & Achievements
– Ernest G. Napolitano Memorial Award recognizing leadership roles
– Liberian A. Violini Distinguished Service Award for selflessness and dedication
– Phi Chi Omega Honors Society
– Dean’s Recognition of Achievement Award
Professional Associations
– International Pediatric Chiropractic Association
– New York State Chiropractic Association
Education
– Webster Technique Certified
– Active Release Technique, Lower Extremity
– Myofascial Trigger Point Technique
– Doctor of Chiropractic, Northeast College of Health Sciences
– B.S. in Ballet, Jacob’s School of Music at Indiana University
– B.A. in Mathematics, Indiana University
– Certified Pilates Instructor
Practice History
– Rochester Family Chiropractic, Rochester, NY, June 2023 – present
– Goshorn Chiropractic and Wellness, September 2021-June 2023
– Senior Clerk, Rochester Veterans Center, November 2020-July 2021
Our Team
Katie Gookin
Office Manager
Katie has been a member or our team since 2016. She joined Quatro Chiropractic after moving to Rochester with her family, from the mid west and has been a part of our family ever since.
After beginning as a receptionist, Katie rapidly moved up to office management and patient billing advocate.
Katie is exceptional at working with, and for, our patients. She is adept at working with insurers to ensure patients get the coverage they need for their care. Katie has been an asset in helping develop our office technology to ensure easy access to appointments and providing clinical information to patients or other providers when necessary.
Patients have on several occasions expressed how happy they are that Katie followed us to Rochester Family Chiropractic! We assure them that no one is happier than we are!
Skills
• Scheduling • Billing • Data Entry • Medical Receptionist • EMR Systems • Multi-line Phone Systems • Medical Billing • Administrative • Medical Office Management • ICD-10 • Medical Terminology
Abby Lamark
Patient Care Coordinator / Billing Assistant
We have been working with Abby since 2020 and are thrilled to have her at RFC!
Abby joined us at our new location in 2022.
Abby has a long history of being part of a health care team. She has served as a
provider assistant, in reception, and has rapidly moved up to medical billing and
care coordination.
Abby has a kind, calm demeanor and been well received by our patient family. She is skilled at working with insurers and offers important advocacy on the part of our patients to ensure that they get the coverage they deserve.
Abby has been invaluable in helping develop billing policy and procedure, helping to select specialized software for billing to ensure patients get timely, accurate coverage for their health care needs.
Abby is a life-long resident of Rochester and a 2014 graduate of Aquinas Institute. She earned her BA from Nazareth University and has a strong interest in studio arts.
Skills
• Scheduling • Billing • Data Entry • Medical Receptionist • EMR Systems • Multi-line Phone Systems • Medical Billing • Administrative • Medical Office Management • ICD-10 • Medical Terminology
