Join Our Discovery Weekends on April 25th & 26th, at Hayward, CA Campus | May 16th, 2025 at Bellevue, NE Campus
Join Our Discovery Weekends on April 25th & 26th, at Hayward, CA Campus | May 16th, 2025 at Bellevue, NE Campus
The Life Chiropractic College West Board of Regents are dedicated to supporting the vision and mission of Life West to Create a Brighter Future for Humanity. This important goal drives the Board of Regents to continuously high levels of service. The Life West Board provides unparalleled dedication and commitment to ushering in an era of prosperity and innovation to the Life West community. Their leadership and years of experience create a base of support and know-how that inspire and encourage the entire Life West team to continue to grow and thrive. Together, we create the Life Chiropractic College West that continues to ignite and inspire top chiropractic success stories.
Chairman of the Board
Oakville, ON, Canada
Canada-based Dr. Jimmy A. Nanda completed his Doctor of Chiropractic from Life Chiropractic College West in 2003 and is currently the Chairman of the Life West Board of Regents. He is also the current Chairman and Past-President of the India Association of Chiropractic Doctors and has been tirelessly working to lay the foundation for Chiropractic legislation in India. He is very active in Canadian Chiropractic advocacy with the Government and is a key advisor in Canada on chronic pain and concussion management.
Dr. Nanda is a successful chiropractor who has been involved in multiple clinic startups and operations all over Canada and has also been involved in organizing charitable health camps overseas in order to bring awareness of proper preventative health systems to India. Dr. Nanda travels and lectures extensively to share the importance of chiropractic care in our lives.
Wiarton, ON, Canada
Dr. Steven Silk made the decision to become a chiropractor at the age of 15 after having the basic chiropractic principles explained to him. The concept that the human body was self-regulating, self-organizing and self-healing resonated strongly with his basic understanding of life in general, and from that point forward he put his focus and energy into becoming a chiropractor.
He obtained his BS in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo in 1986, then went west to California to attend Life Chiropractic College West, earning his DC degree in 1991. After 9 months backpacking in the South Pacific and Southeast Asia, he moved home to start a family practice, and has continuously encouraged the people of his community to embrace and engage the vitalistic concepts into their lives, as he knows that they are the ultimate answer to man’s suffering.
Dr. Silk became heavily involved in the political and organizational aspects of his profession upon graduating. He actively served his regulatory board (CCO) as a Peer Assessor for 15 years, spent 6 years as a Society Leader with the Ontario Chiropractic Association, and dedicated 14 years to executive positions with the Chiropractic Awareness Council of Ontario (now known as the Alliance for Chiropractic), the last 11 as Chairman of the Board. He is also proud to have served his alma mater on the Board of Regents of Life Chiropractic College West since 2012.
Pottstown, PA, USA
Dr. Niraj Patel’s journey embodies resilience, ethics, and vision. Born in India and immigrating to the United States in 1985 with his family—who arrived with little more than determination—he grew up in Edison, New Jersey, driven by the values of perseverance, education, and service. After earning his undergraduate degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University, he pursued his Doctor of Chiropractic at New York Chiropractic College, completing internships in Long Island and externships in Westchester before graduating in 1999.
Dr. Patel began his professional career in a multidisciplinary practice in Nanuet, NY, where he cultivated a collaborative, patient-centered approach. In 2005, he relocated to eastern Pennsylvania and founded a family-based wellness practice from scratch. Today, his thriving practice sees more than 10,000 patient visits annually—built on a foundation of honesty, integrity, and deep respect for each patient’s story. His office has been recognized repeatedly with community awards, including an Integrity Award and multiple “Best of County” honors, affirming his commitment to excellence.
Beyond his clinical success, Dr. Patel’s leadership has had a broad and lasting impact. As a Board of Regents member and Governance Chair for Life Chiropractic College West, he champions accountability, fiduciary responsibility, and long-range vision. His mission is to elevate chiropractic to its rightful place in healthcare—ensuring strong governance, building institutional resilience, and shaping a future where chiropractic education is both ethically grounded and globally impactful.
He also serves as an Executive Diamond Member and Insurance Committee Chair for the Pennsylvania Chiropractic Association, where he leads efforts to safeguard patients’ rights and ensure fair reimbursement practices. Internationally, he is a Board Member and U.S. Chapter President of the Indian Association of Chiropractic Doctors, advancing recognition and standards for chiropractic across borders. Each year, he volunteers in India, bringing care to underserved populations while mentoring the next generation of chiropractors.
A philanthropist and community leader, Dr. Patel has fundraised and volunteered for U.S. military veterans, first responders, and local nonprofits. His leadership extends into advocacy for global health equity, with projects in Africa, India, and beyond.
At home, Dr. Patel treasures his family life with his wife of 25 years, a pharmacist, and their two accomplished daughters—one finishing her final year as Physician Associate Student, and the other pursuing criminal justice and forensic science. He finds inspiration in his backyard oasis, where the soothing sounds of jazz, cultural music, and binaural beats harmonize with the serene ambiance of the Koi pond and waterfall, fostering a sense of tranquility and renewal.
In his personal time, he enjoys exploring non-touristy corners of the world, hiking, biking, volleyball, paddleboarding, kayaking, studying global economics and finance, and investing.
Vision & Ethos: Dr. Patel’s story is one of building value from nothing—an immigrant child who became a trusted doctor, award-winning business owner, and ethical leader. His vision for chiropractic is to preserve its integrity, strengthen its institutions, and expand its global footprint. He believes in a future where chiropractic is not only a healthcare choice, but also a force for community health, global collaboration, and academic excellence.
Toronto, ON, Canada
In 1983, Cameron Hastings completed two Associate of Applied Science degrees in Engineering at Stark Technical College in Canton, Ohio. Cameron’s employment accomplishments include a family business, Assistant General Manager at Magna International Inc, and President of Shared Services at Magna International Inc.
Leadership roles include Operational Management, Executive Management, Founding Board Member, Board Member, leader of professional development programs at Landmark Worldwide, federal political candidate and strategic business coach. Cameron is a chiropractic spouse and proud father of 2 sons.
Piperton, TN, USA
Dr. Jayson Cannon was born into a family deeply rooted in healthcare and service. With a father who is a medical doctor and several aunts in the medical field, he grew up immersed in the values of caring for others and the belief that the body has an innate ability to heal when interference is removed.
Dr. Cannon earned both his Bachelor of Science in Anatomy and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Parker University in Dallas, Texas. Since founding Cannon Chiropractic, PLLC in 2003, he has expanded his practice to four locations across West Tennessee—Munford, Lakeland, Brownsville, and Oakland—serving patients across Tipton, Shelby, Haywood, and Fayette Counties.
In addition to his thriving practice, Dr. Cannon is a dedicated community leader. He serves on numerous boards, including the Boys and Girls Club of the Hatchie River Region, Patriot Bank, Industrial Development Board of Covington, Haywood County Chamber of Commerce, and the Carl Perkins Center for Haywood County. He has also previously served on the boards of the Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Abuse of Women and Children in Tipton County and Dyersburg State Community College.
Dr. Cannon’s commitment to excellence and service has earned him widespread recognition. He was named Chiropractor of the Year by the Tennessee Chiropractic Association (2024) and by the American Black Chiropractic Association (2019), as well as Man of the Year by the Junior Auxiliary for his philanthropic work. He has been repeatedly voted Best Chiropractor by readers of The Leader and The Millington Star across multiple years.
Beyond his clinical and community work, Dr. Cannon is also a published author, contributing to the medical textbook The Hip and Pelvis in Sports Medicine and Primary Care (2010), co-authoring the chapter on physical medicine.
Limerick, Ireland
Edward Sordillo is the founder and director of a thriving chiropractic practice in Limerick, Ireland, where he has been serving the community since 1997. Originally from Brooklyn, New York, Dr. Sordillo earned his degree from Brooklyn College in the late 1980s and went on to graduate from Life University in 1997.
Over the past two decades, Dr. Sordillo has dedicated his career to providing high-quality chiropractic care that has helped thousands of individuals and families improve their health and quality of life. His practice is known for its multi-generational patient base and for his work with professional athletes and musicians from around the world.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Sordillo has contributed extensively to his community. He has served on the council of his local primary school, spearheading fundraising and infrastructure improvements, and has been active in initiatives to enhance Limerick City’s profile and boost tourism. He is also deeply involved in business networking, supporting small businesses in navigating changing markets. Beyond Ireland, Dr. Sordillo has taken part in international service trips, delivering chiropractic care in underserved regions such as El Salvador and India.
Outside of his professional life, Dr. Sordillo enjoys traveling with his wife and children, exploring both Europe and the United States. An avid golfer, he combines his personal passion for the game with his professional expertise, helping golfers enhance performance through chiropractic care and mobility training.
Alpharetta, GA
Patra Francis is a financial strategist, advanced accounting professional, and passionate advocate for helping chiropractors build profitable, sustainable practices. She is the founder of Profit Boss Advisory, a firm dedicated to supporting chiropractic practice owners with monthly accounting, proactive tax planning, and cash flow systems designed to reduce stress and increase profitability.
A federally licensed Enrolled Agent with the IRS, Patra holds two bachelor’s degrees, one in accounting and one in business. She began her career at a public accounting firm in Atlanta before launching her own firm, which she has grown into a multi-7-figure business that specializes in serving chiropractors across the U.S.
Patra’s story is a powerful testament to resilience and possibility. She immigrated to the United States from Thailand with just $500 in her pocket, no connections, and a deep desire to build a better life. English is her second language, but through grit, vision, and hard work, she built a thriving business achieving not just financial success, but true freedom: time freedom, family freedom, and the ability to do meaningful work that creates lasting impact.
As an Advanced Certified Profit First Professional, Patra helps chiropractors move beyond survival mode and into strategic, sustainable growth. She is known for simplifying the complex, helping her clients truly understand their numbers, pay themselves consistently, and run their practices with confidence.
Patra lives in Atlanta with her son, Oliver. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, and staying active with her close-knit community.
She brings to the Life West Board a unique blend of financial expertise, entrepreneurial grit, and heartfelt dedication to the future of chiropractic. With her authentic voice and global perspective, Patra is honored to support the next generation of chiropractors, not only as skilled clinicians, but as leaders in their communities and creators of meaningful, fulfilling lives rooted in true freedom.
