Melanie Gilbert

Dr. Melanie Gilbert serves as an Assistant Professor in the Doctor of Chiropractic program at Cleveland University-Kansas City (CUKC), where she also practices as a clinician at the CUKC Chiropractic Health Center. Her academic role includes active mentorship through student organizations such as Females Kick Atlas and Cleveland Alliance.

Her educational background includes:

• B.S. in Human Biology, Cleveland University-Kansas City
• Doctor of Chiropractic, Cleveland University-Kansas City
• Fellowship in Acupuncture, State of Kansas
• Diversity Training Certification, Harvard University

Dr. Gilbert specializes in treating repetitive stress injuries and extremity complaints, with dedicated clinical focus on LGBTQ community healthcare. She integrates acupuncture techniques and emphasizes inclusive practices, reflecting her commitment to diverse patient populations and holistic treatment approaches.

Her professional recognitions include:

• Fellowship in Acupuncture (Kansas)
• Diversity Training Certification from Harvard University

Beyond clinical duties, she champions diversity initiatives and student development through club mentorship. Externally, she serves as president of Earth Rising, Inc., governing a Kansas-based 501c3 educational retreat center focused on nature and wellness.