For Dr. Kevin James, choosing a career was a breeze. By the time he was in seventh grade, he knew being a chiropractor was the job for him. Tuesday, James celebrated 34 years of his own practice.
Since before he was born, James and his family have believed in the power of chiropractic services.
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