Our Doctors

• Dr. Frank Heresco

• Dr. Larry Oliver

• Dr. Kristina Lehman

• Dr. Joshua Ort
  

• Dr. Kevin Ross

A POWERFUL EDUCATION produces a disciplined and questioning mind.

“I don’t consider my education finished just because I graduated. Education is a life-long quest and passion. I am always asking questions and looking at old problems in new ways. The experience I have gained from being in practice since 1979 has also added to my education.”

• Majored in biology; Oregon State University. • Doctor of Chiropractic; Logan College of Chiropractic. • Diplomat of the American Board of Chiropractic Orthopedics; Los Angeles College of Chiropractic.

ADVANCED TRAINING allows me stay on the leading edge of advances in chiropractic care.

“Each year I spend over 25 hours attending professional courses to keep up to the minute on new treatment methods which can give a more accurate diagnosis, more personalized care, and faster relief.” • Certified: Over 200 hours studied in whiplash type injuries. • Advanced training in: Radiology, orthopedics, sports medicine. • Team physician: For twelve years was a team physician for a high school football team.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS means you are being treated by a leader in the field. “I enjoy belonging to professional societies such as these listed below. They give me a chance to meet with my fellow chiropractors, and to share knowledge and learn from each other. In turn, I am able to give more experienced care.”

Member: American Chiropractic Association, Chiropractic Association of Oregon, Council of Chiropractic Orthopedics

OTHER AREAS OF INTEREST allow him to help people even outside his office. “Many more people need advice and care than I can help in my office. I have lectured on back and neck care and sports injuries to a number of civic groups in the Corvallis area.”

• Local civic group:     Greater Corvallis Rotary Club

“When you are injured and in pain, two things are important to you; getting care that ends the pain and gives you relief that lasts. That is why my staff and I believe in taking plenty of time to get to know you and your needs. It is why we use the latest testing to find out what is wrong. Finally, we use my training and personal care to give you the pain relief you deserve.”

Dr. Heresco met his wife, Kayla, in Colorado. They have two wonderful adult children.

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Dr. Oliver has a rich history of life experiences. After graduating from college he taught high school for a short time before joining the Navy. He earned his “Wings of Gold” and was Commissioned a Naval Officer at NAS Pensacola, FL. His duty stations included Mt. View and San Diego, California. He deployed with Patrol Plane Squadron 47 to various locations in the Pacific flying missions as far north as the Arctic Circle, as far west as Viet Nam and throughout the islands of the South Pacific. For the next 3 years he taught anti-submarine warfare tactics in San Diego.

After seven years of active duty, Dr. Oliver decided on a new career in Chiropractic. He graduated from Western States Chiropractic College in 1981. He and wife Ann established a practice in Madras, OR. That practice soon out grew its facility and the Olivers built a new office building to accommodate the growing patient load.

Dr. Oliver provides patients with the care they need and the special attention they deserve. Dr. Oliver is a valued member of the Heresco Chiropractic team of professionals.

EDUCATION
• Western States Chiropractic College, Portland, Oregon
• Aviation Officer Candidate School
• Southern State College - Education Degree

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Chiropractic Physician in Private Practice
• Jefferson County Commission on Children and Families
• Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce School-to-Work Facilitator
• US Navy and Naval Reserve – 20 years

OTHER AREAS OF INTEREST
Dr. Oliver has been married for 33 years. His wife is a graduate of the Natural Health Care Physicians Assistance School. Dr. Oliver and his wife have one daughter.

Outside the practice, Dr. Oliver enjoys:
• Computers
• Digital Photography
• Visiting the Beach
• “Gentleman's Farming”

Lifelong Lutherans, the Oliver's belong to a local Lutheran church.

“I shall pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do or any kindness I can show to any human being, let me do it now. Let me not defer or neglect it for I shall not pass this way again.”
-Ex Libris

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Dr. Kristina C.C. Lehman is a Midwest native, but excited to be able to call Oregon her new home. She is joined in Corvallis by her husband Jonathan, a professional photographer. Together they are avid outdoor enthusiasts, enjoying anything that gives them an excuse to explore this beautiful state.

EDUCATION
“Caring for people is my passion. Doing it naturally is my specialty. Chiropractic is the perfect fit, and I am proud of my education.”

•    Logan College of Chiropractic; D.C., Doctor of Chiropractic
•    Logan University; B.S., Bachelors of Science in Life Science
•    Missouri College; Massage Therapy Degree
•    Murray State University; Undergraduate Coursework

ADVANCED TRAINING
“Graduation does not mean the end of learning. I take pride in continuing my education to be able to continually better serve my community.”

Just some of the continuing education Dr. Lehman has completed:
•    Thompson Terminal Point Technique
•    Certified Insurance Consultant
•    Nutritional Response Testing
•    Laser and Decompression

OTHER AREAS OF INTEREST
•    Kayaking
•    Biking
•    Volunteering
•    Cooking
•    Exploring the coast

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS
“Being involved in these organizations ensures that I receive the latest updates to the science, art, and philosophy of chiropractic. I make sure I am on the cutting edge of my profession to provide the best care possible.”
•    Oregon Chiropractic Association
•    Idaho Association of Chiropractic Physicians
•    Illinois Chiropractic Association
•    ACA - American Chiropractic Association
•    Chi Rho Sigma Alumni - Co-Ed Professional Chiropractic Fraternity

“The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his or her patients in the care of the human frame, in a proper diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.”     Thomas A. Edison

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Joshua Ort, DC
Chiropractic Physician

Dr. Joshua Ort is a graduate of Parker College of Chiropractic. Although he earned his doctorate in Texas, Dr. Ort was raised in Silverton, Oregon, graduated from Silverton High School, and majored in Exercise Science at Linfield College in McMinnville.

Dr. Ort has a passion for helping those with sports related injuries and educating about injury prevention. He played football for four years at Linfield College and in 2005 was a First Team All-American free safety on defense. Dr. Ort says, "I have no doubt that chiropractic kept me on the football field and helped me to perform at a high level." His Linfield team won a national Championship in 2004. After graduating, Dr. Ort returned to Silverton High School for one year to coach football and worked as an assistant PE teacher, as well as lead in a ministry called
Young Life.

While at Parker College of Chiropractic in Dallas, TX, Dr. Ort received the privilege of representing Parker College abroad in Mexico City, Mexico for a term where he treated many patients and a variety of illnesses. Regarding this opportunity, Dr. Ort said, "It was an amazing experience and I felt extremely blessed to be part of it."

EDUCATION 
•    Parker College of Chiropractic, Texas
      D.C. Doctor of Chiropractic
•    Linfield College, Oregon
      B.S., Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science

INTERESTS
•    Camping
•    Fishing
•    Hiking
•    Mountain Biking
•    Playing Acoustic Guitar
•    Fellowship with Friends and Family

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Kevin Ross, DC
Chiropractic Physician

Dr. Ross is the Lead Chiropractic Physician in our Albany office, Advanced Chiropractic. For Dr. Ross' office hours, visit www.AdvancedChiroClinic.com

Dr. Kevin M. Ross is a Portland native, having lived in Oregon all of his life.  As both a patient and a physician, Dr. Ross utilizes chiropractic care in addressing everything from acute injury related cases to long term maintenance care programs, to specialized regimens designed to help individuals achieve their chosen discipline or athletic pursuit.  Dr. Ross has a passion for serving the community professionally as well as on a volunteer basis.  

ADVANCED TRAINING
Dr. Ross has mastered the most up-to-date technology and procedures for spinal and extremity care. With over 4, 400 hours of graduate level health related classes and more than 900 hours of work in Chiropractic Clinics, Heresco Chiropractic & Associates is pleased to have Dr. Ross as a member of our health care team providing you and your family with advanced spinal health care.

EDUCATION
“Perfection in itself is ironic; not having the urge to better one’s self is a flaw.  Self improvement and learning should continually be attempted by all.”

• University of Western States
  D.C., Doctor of Chiropractic
  Bachelors of Science in Human Anatomy
• Oregon State University
  Undergraduate Coursework -Exercise and Sport Science
  

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

• Oregon Chiropractic Association
• ACA- American Chiropractic Association
• Corvallis-Benton Chamber Coalition

INTERESTS

• Playing the Piano
• Skiing
• Nutrition
• Animal Rescue and Care
• Beginner in Meditation & Yoga

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