Dr. Charles Marotta, Director & Chiropractic Provider
Dr. Charles Marotta is a Long Island, New York native who relocated to Toms River, New Jersey in 2018. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Zoology from Miami University where he was also a member of the weight lifting team. In 2015 he received his Master’s in Public Health from Rutgers University. At Rutgers, Dr. Charles conducted research on over-the-counter pain medication use trends through New Jersey Poison Control and also volunteered in the Operating Room at University Hospital in Newark, New Jersey. Following his passions that revolve around the promotion of a healthy lifestyle and overall wellness, Dr. Charles enrolled in New York Chiropractic College and received his Doctorate in Chiropractic and a Masters in Clinical Applied Nutrition.
Dr. Charles is versed in a variety of physical rehabilitation techniques and has earned certifications in Graston and FAKTR Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapies, Rock Taping, Activator Methods, and is full body Active Release Techniques certified.
Dr. Charles Marotta was the clinical director of the Wall, New Jersey office of Thompson Healthcare and Sports Medicine where he helped to grow a start-up office, treated as the lead chiropractor and managed and led a team of integrated health professionals including Nurse Practitioners, a board certified Internist, Occupational therapists, as well as an Acupuncturist. Dr. Charles became the owner of Plaza Chiropractic and Sports Medicine in 2021. Dr. Marotta brings his training and experience to serve the residents of Old Bridge and the surrounding area, and helps to continue the tradition of excellence in patient care of Plaza Chiropractic Center as well as integrating the practice with additional care options such as physical therapy and other pain management avenues.
Dr. Marotta looks forward to helping you reach your lifestyle goals, whatever they may be, in a compassionate and timely manner. He and his staff strive to get you feeling and performing better, faster.
Director: Plaza Chiropractic Center, Old Bridge, New Jersey
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS:
- Licensed Doctor of Chiropractic
- Certified Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehabilitation (FAKTR) Jan. 2020
- Certified Active Release Technique (Upper Extremity, Lower Extremity, Spine, Nerve Entrapment) Jan. 2020
- Certified Graston M1 July 2018
- Certified Activator Methods- Advanced Proficiency Aug. 2017
- Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP)Rock Tape Oct. 2017
- Certified Rock Blades June 2017
EDUCATION:
- New York Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, NY
Current trimester student - New York Chiropractic College, Seneca Falls, NY
Degree: Masters in Clinical Applied Nutrition-December 2018 - Rutgers University, Newark, NJ
Degree: Masters in Public Health- May 2015 - Miami University, Oxford, OH
Degree: Bachelors of Arts – Zoology -2011
CHIROPRACTIC EXPERIENCE:
Director/Chiropractic Provider
January 2021-Present Plaza Chiropractic and Sports Medicine 1314 Englishtown Rd, Old Bridge NJ 08857
• Practiced Chiropractic in multi-provider office
• Managed a staff of providers and support staff
• Managed scheduling, billing, coordinated patient care and day to day running of a small business
Chiropractic Provider
January 2019-Present Thompson Healthcare and Sports Medicine 424 S. Main Street, Forked River NJ 08731
• Practiced chiropractic in a multi-disciplinary setting
• Clinic Director of the Wall NJ location from 2019-2020
• Managed scheduling and coordinated patient care between acupuncturist, nurse practitioner, and occupational therapist
• Oversaw upkeep and maintenance of practice location
Chiropractic Preceptor
September 2018-Present Block Chiropractic and Sports Physical Therapy 260 Middle Country Rd, Selden, NY 11784
• Practiced chiropractic in a multi-disciplinary setting
• Examined, diagnosed, and treated patients through adjustments, rehabilitation exercises, therapeutic modalities and health education
• Co-managed care with other health disciplines through interprofessional collaboration
Chiropractic Intern
February 2018- August 2018 Dr. Christos Vasakiris 350 W Montauk Hwy, Lindenhurst, NY 11757
• Practiced chiropractic in a solo-DC practice
• Examined, diagnosed, and treated patients through adjustments, therapeutic modalities and health education
• Co-managed care with other health disciplines through interprofessional collaboration.
Chiropractic Clerk September 2017-Feburary 2018 Seneca Falls and Levittown NY Student Health Centers, New York Chiropractic College
• Practiced chiropractic in multi-DC supervised clinic
• Examined, diagnosed, and treated patients through adjustments, therapeutic modalities and health education
• Professional communication with patients and family members to encourage sound health care practices
HEALTH CARE EXPERIENCE:
• University Hospital, Newark NJ– October 2012-2013 I volunteered in the Maxiofacial Surgery Ward and was tasked with assisting in patient intake as well as various patient care duties.
• New Jersey Poison Control- January 2014-May 2016 As part of my MPH field experience, I acted as a student researcher exploring trends in OTC and prescription pain overdose.
PRESENTATIONS:
- Fieldwork Research Thesis “Determining the Frequency and Pattern of Misuse of Acetaminophen in Patients with Dental Pain Compared to Patients Without Dental Pain, New Jersey, January 1, 2003-December 31, 2014” Presented to: Board of Directors-Rutgers School of Public Health, May 2015
LEADERSHIP ROLES:
• New York Chiropractic College Student Government
Vice President of Class: September 2015-August 2016
• Miami University Club Weightlifting Team
May 2010-2011: Coach
• Miami University Chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha
Judiciary Boards Member September 2009-May 2011
COMMUNITY SERVICE:
Lauren’s First and Goal Foundation for Pediatric Brain Tumor Research and Family Support
May 2007-Present
Participated in the set up and operations of the camp as a volunteer