Powerfully Prepared at Northeast, Dr. Brian Rebori Provides Care to Florida Residents

Many people make the journey from New York to Florida, but as Brian Rebori (D.C. ’05) did, few take a detour through Seneca Falls. Dr. Rebori earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Northeast College of Health Sciences (NYCC at the time) in 2005. Today, he owns and manages the Florida Center for Back & Neck Pain in Largo, Florida.

Rebori’s interest in chiropractic started early. “I always wanted to get into something in the medical field,” he said. “My mother has multiple sclerosis, and about 25 years ago I would take her to her physical therapy appointments. I wanted to get into that branch of healthcare but wanted more than just physical therapy.”

Why Northeast for Dr. Rebori?

A turning point came through Rebori’s friendship with his neighbor, chiropractor Dr. David BenEliyahu, who encouraged his interest and hired him as an assistant. “Two of the doctors who worked for Ben Eliyahu were graduates of NYCC, now Northeast College,” said Rebori. “I found more information about the college online and eventually met with President Emeritus Dr. Frank Nicchi, who was president at the time, when he was on Long Island recruiting students. I started at the school in 2002.”

Rebori’s time in Seneca Falls was a positive experience. He appreciated the small class size — his cohort included just 26 students — and the strong connection with faculty. “The attention was a huge selling factor,” Rebori said. “The facilities too. This was 20 years ago, and the facilities were top-notch and possibly ahead of their time. They had everything you needed to complete the curriculum.”

Professional Opportunities Come with the Move to Florida

After graduating, Rebori worked with Dr. BenEliyahu on Long Island before relocating to Florida, where his mother had retired. He saw strong job prospects in the state and eventually joined the practice he now owns, originally working as an associate chiropractor. In 2020, he bought the practice and now runs a thriving business with the support of his seven team members including associate chiropractor Dr. L.J. Pepper.

Although it’s been two decades since graduation, Rebori remains closely connected to his alma mater. He is a member of the President's Council and serves on the Alumni Advisory Board. “I give feedback on different perspectives about the college’s direction. It’s great to find out where the school is headed, offer my input and be part of the future,” Rebori said.

Quick Questions with Dr. Brian Rebori.

Was there any teacher or staff member at Northeast who stood out to you as a student?
I thought the entire anatomy department was amazing. Dr. Ilija Arar, who’s still there, and Carl Jagos, the Anatomy Center lab manager, of course—everybody knows Carl. He was worth his weight in gold. Dr. Loyd Kupferman at the Levittown Clinic, where I did my internship, was a great professor and instructor. Dr. Fiona Jarrett-Thelwell was my radiology teacher and my academic advisor while at the school and Dr. Michael Mestan, I recall, was a new radiology professor at the school during my second trimester. There are a lot of good ones!

Do you have any advice for new doctors just starting out?
Yes. Don’t be afraid. You have the education, the knowledge and the experience. Keep learning and stay current with trends. As long as you put patients first, a core tenet of a Northeast education, and do what’s best for them, you’ll always succeed.

What’s it like to still be involved with Northeast 20 years after graduation?
I really appreciate Dr. Mestan asking me to stay involved. As a member of the Florida Chiropractic Association, I look forward to their convention in Orlando. The College has a strong presence there—Dr. Mestan attends—and I’m glad I get to see him. I’m grateful that Northeast always welcomes me and my family with open arms. It’s great to still be part of the Northeast family.