Dr. Ethan James -Your Partner in Health

Dr. Ethan James moved to Baldwin City with his family in the summer of 2017 after graduating from Cleveland University–Kansas City (Overland Park, KS). Upon graduation, he opened Elite Chiropractic, with a long-term vision of expanding care to include animal chiropractic services.

Raised on a farm in rural Kansas, Dr. Ethan developed a strong appreciation for movement, performance, and animal health at a young age. Throughout his childhood and college years, he raised and showed livestock at a competitive level and competed on livestock judging teams at Butler Community College and Kansas State University. This background gave him extensive knowledge of biomechanics, movement, and performance—principles that strongly influence his approach to both human and animal chiropractic care.

Dr. Ethan’s passion for chiropractic began in high school after seeking care for severe headaches. Experiencing how chiropractic addressed the root cause of pain, rather than simply masking symptoms, inspired him to pursue a career in chiropractic medicine. He continued receiving regular care to stay healthy, prevent injury, and perform at his best both academically and athletically.

During chiropractic school, Dr. Ethan was active in the Sports Council and Christian Chiropractic Club and gained hands-on experience working part-time at the college. He also completed specialized coursework in Activator Technique, Flexion-Distraction, and Pediatric Care, allowing him to provide thoughtful, evidence-based care for patients of all ages.

Outside the office, Dr. Ethan enjoys spending time with his wife, Katie, and their sons, Carson and Kohen. He remains active in the community and enjoys golfing, being outdoors, and keeping up with his kids’ busy lives.