Dr. Hagen earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree (D.C.) from New York Chiropractic College and his bachelor’s degree in Health and Human Physiology from the University of Iowa. He holds an Advanced Certificate in Sports Science and Human Performance and is certified as a Primary Spine Practitioner through Excellus BCBS. Dr. Hagen is also credentialed in the Fascial Distortion Model (Lower Region), RockTape Level 1 Advanced, and is dual-certified through the Titleist Performance Institute (Level 1 and Medical 2). He has completed Parts I–IV and Physiotherapy through the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners.
Dr. Hagen has provided chiropractic care in a wide variety of clinical and athletic settings, including HealthSource of Hornell, Victor Chiropractic, Bath VA Medical Center, Monroe Community Hospital, Rochester Health Center, and student health centers at St. John Fisher College and the University at Buffalo. He has also served as a treating chiropractor for athletes at community events such as the Rochester Half Marathon and the Oak Tree Marathon in Geneseo, N.Y.
In addition to clinical practice, Dr. Hagen has been active in education. He serves as an Adjunct Instructor at Bryant & Stratton College, teaching courses in anatomy, physiology, and electronic health records, and has previously taught at the Onondaga School of Therapeutic Massage. While at New York Chiropractic College, he served as Class Vice President and Student Liaison at the Rochester Health Center.
Dr. Hagen’s approach to care emphasizes addressing the root causes of musculoskeletal issues through extensive myofascial treatment in combination with spinal and extremity adjustments. His goal is to help patients achieve long-lasting results with fewer follow-up visits, allowing them to return more quickly to the activities they enjoy.