Dr Simon Kelly
B.Sc, B.Sc (Chiro) DICCP
Dr. Simon Kelly has been a Chiropractor since 1998. He graduated from the NZ College of Chiropractic and was awarded the Clinical Excellence Award. After working in over 20 practices in New Zealand and around the world he established Mt Eden Chiropractic in 2003. As a father of two and as a Chiropractor, he strives to do what he can so people can reach their full potential. “We strengthen their bodies, nourish their minds so they can love their lives.” Simons first experience of Chiropractic care was as a three-year old when he was experiencing recurrent ear infections. His health improved dramatically and he has utilised chiropractic care regularly ever since and found tremendous benefits with his sport in his teens and even now in his forties!
Awards and Professional Recognition
2004 Chiropractor of the Year (NZCC Alumni Association)
2008 Diplomate In Pediatrics (International Chiropractors Association)
2015 Recruiter of the Year NZ Chiropractic College
2016 Practice of the Year Overall Supreme Winner NZ Chiropractors Association
2003 – 2005 President NZCC Alumni Association
2008 – 2010 Vice President NZ Chiropractors Association
2015 – 2018 Chairman Hamblin Chiropractic Research Fund Trust
2018 – Current Chair Auckland Central Regional Group NZ Chiropractors Association
2021 – Current New Zealand College of Chiropractic Board of Trustees
Dr Richard Chen-Yang
B.Chiro, MNZCA
Dr. Richard Chen-Yang was born and raised in Kaitaia before moving to Auckland for high school at Westlake Boys. He later earned his Diploma of Applied Science from AUT and his Bachelor of Chiropractic from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic.
Trained in martial arts from a young age by his father, Dr. Richard developed a deep appreciation for precision, discipline, and fine-tuning movement. This passion led him to healthcare, where he discovered the ‘art’ of chiropractic—a profession that combines science, technique, and the ability to help people live life at their best.
Initially, Dr. Richard believed he was in peak health—free from symptoms, active, and physically strong. However, after undergoing his first chiropractic assessment, he was humbled by the results. Seeing firsthand how the spine impacted his overall function, he began to rethink what true health really meant. This realisation solidified his belief that chiropractic is for everyone, regardless of age or symptoms, because optimal function goes beyond simply feeling pain-free.
Dr. Richard understands that true health is achieved from within—through proper movement, quality nutrition, and overall well-being. Rather than masking symptoms, chiropractic care optimises the body’s natural ability to heal and function without the intervention of surgery or drugs.
Committed to continuous learning, Dr. Richard regularly attends seminars to refine his skills. He lives by the philosophy of “Take what is useful, discard what is not, and make it uniquely your own”—striving to improve by 1% every day.
To stay at his best, Dr. Richard receives weekly chiropractic adjustments, trains at the gym, and stays active. As a proud Chinese Kiwi, he is fluent in English and speaks basic Mandarin. He is passionate about helping people reach their personal goals, walk alongside their health journey, and unlock their full potential through exceptional chiropractic care.
Dr Brian Kelly
Dr Brian Kelly has been a chiropractor for over 25 years and has worked in academia and private practice. He graduated from RMIT in Melbourne, and after building a successful multi doctor practice in Melbourne for over a decade was appointed the President of the NZ College of Chiropractic, a position he held for 8 years. In 2011 he was appointed the President of Life Chiropractic College-West in California; the first non-American to lead a U.S. Chiropractic College. Dr Kelly studied business at the University of Waikato, and is a past President of the Australian Spinal Research Foundation and Board member for over ten years. The last few years have seen him traveling extensively worldwide to promote and grow chiropractic, and he has inspired many people to pursue a chiropractic career.
Dr. Kelly has led several chiropractic outreach trips to India taking care of some of the poorest people in the world. In India he has spoken to audiences of over a million people. He is committed to seeing people and the profession achieve its highest potential. His outstanding contribution has been recognized by his peers and community through his numerous professional awards. Brian has been a regular locum at Mt Eden Chiropractic over the years, and is excited to be part of the team at Mt Eden Chiropractic and to work with his brother Simon.
Awards and Professional Recognition
1992 Meritorious Service Award CAA Phillip Institute of Technology
1993 Outstanding Service Award, World Chiropractic Alliance.
2001 Outstanding Service Award. Chiropractors’ Association of Australia.
2001 “Chiropractor of the Year”, CAA Victoria
2006 Nominated as a founding member of the Australasian College of Chiropractors
2006 Best Guest Lecturer 2006, MBCHB V. Auckland University Medical Students Association
2007 Service to the Profession Award. Sherman College of Chiropractic, USA
2007 International Chiropractor of the Year, Parker Seminars
2009 New Zealand Chiropractor of the Year, New Zealand Chiropractors’ Association
2009 Leadership Award, NZ Association of Private Education Providers
2013 Outstanding Service Award, Australian Spinal Research Foundation
2014 Distinguished Service Award, International Chiropractors Association
2014 Stuart Rynsburger Award for Outstanding Service to the Profession, United Chiropractors Association
2014 Distinguished Fellow, International Chiropractors Association
2015 NRI Institute. Pride of India Award
Dr Laurence Gilmore
Dr Laurence Gilmore has been in practice for 37 years. He has practiced in Sydney, London, Wellington and over the past 28 years in Hawkes Bay owning and operating First Chiropractic which grew to two practices employing 8 chiropractors.
In 2022 he and his wife, Sarah, moved to Auckland and both work at NZCC (New Zealand College of Chiropractic) and Laurence enjoys doing locum work around Auckland too.
He has held various leadership positions in the profession including being on the Board of Trustees at NZCC for 9 years and is currently the Chairman of the Stakeholders Advisory Committee of NZCC.
Laurence uses a range of chiropractic techniques, both manual and low-force. As Laurence says “I love educating people about the role chiropractic can play in creating a healthy life.
Basically we as a human species need 3 things to be healthy; Good biomechanics (how well you move, stand, sit, sleep), good neurology (how well your brain and nerve system work to control every aspect of your life – physically, mentally and emotionally), and good biochemistry (are you getting the essential nutrients that we as a species need to live well)
Chiropractic enhances the first 2 beautifully and we can teach you about number 3.”