Today we’d like to introduce you to Vivek Soham
Hi Vivek, thanks for sharing your story with us. To start, maybe you can tell our readers some of your backstory.
Dr. Vivek Soham’s journey into healthcare began at the young age of nine, inspired by a life-changing event. His mother was in a horrific car accident being left unable to do much and as a single mum needing to work it compounded the struggle, and although healthcare was free in the UK at the time, chiropractic services were not part of the universal healthcare system. After consulting various healthcare providers without success, a family friend recommended a local chiropractor. One of the only appointments Dr. Soham attended with his mother was with this chiropractor. Witnessing someone alleviate so much of his mother’s pain left a profound impact on him and set him on the path to a career in healthcare.
From a young age, Dr. Soham’s passion and dedication to understanding the human body were evident. He often spent his hard-earned weekend job paychecks on medical textbooks from second-hand stores. This thirst for knowledge carried him into chiropractic school. By his third year, however, Dr. Soham realized he hadn’t fulfilled a promise to himself: studying at the best chiropractic school in the world, located in California. Determined to pursue this goal, he transferred to the U.S. after completing three of his five years of schooling in the UK.
While completing his doctorate in chiropractic care, Dr. Soham founded a company that focused on enhancing athletic performance through holistic methods. The company grew to serve three countries and employed 149 people. However, after the passing of his mentor and exiting the company, he decided to further his education by pursuing a master’s degree in neurophysiology. In 2019, Dr. Soham graduated with both his doctorate and master’s degrees at the age of 24.
Shortly after graduating, Dr. Soham faced unexpected challenges, including homelessness, relying on friends’ couches for shelter as he navigated this difficult period. Despite these hardships, he returned to his original vision: opening his own practice. His mission was clear—create access, awareness, and education around upper cervical care, particularly NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association).
In October 2020, amidst the global challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Soham opened his first practice in an unfamiliar area. His work quickly gained recognition, with patients ranging from high-profile individuals to professional athletes, some traveling from as far as Australia and across the United States. To accommodate his growing patient base, particularly those traveling long distances, Dr. Soham relocated his practice from Rancho Bernardo to Ocean Beach, closer to the airport.
As part of this transition, he rebranded his practice to reflect his cultural and philosophical roots, renaming it Origin Modern Health & Wellness. With a focus on blending Eastern and Western healthcare approaches, Dr. Soham expanded his reach by opening a second location in Carlsbad, California.
By April 2024, Dr. Soham achieved recognition as one of the top 20 practitioners in his specialty. He also became the youngest board member and vice president of the Upper Cervical Research Foundation in 2022, as well as the appointee to the NUCCA Board in 2024—both 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. Publicly acknowledged for these accomplishments, Dr. Soham has also made his mark as an international public speaker, including delivering talks at prominent events like the PGA Show.
Through professional networking, community building, and charity events, Dr. Soham has remained steadfast in his mission to create access, awareness, and education for NUCCA. His dedication to holistic care continues to leave a lasting impact on his community and beyond.
We all face challenges, but looking back would you describe it as a relatively smooth road?
Dr. Vivek Soham’s journey to success was not without significant challenges. His parents divorced when he was young, and he grew up sharing a room with his mother and sister, often sleeping on the floor until he was 15. After earning both his doctorate and master’s degrees in 2019, he faced another difficult chapter in his life. Financial hardships left him homeless, relying on the generosity of friends and sleeping on their couches to get by. Despite these struggles, Dr. Soham remained determined to pursue his vision of opening his own practice and serving his community. Navigating this adversity required resilience and unwavering commitment to his mission of creating access, awareness, and education around upper cervical care. His ability to overcome these personal and professional obstacles became a cornerstone of his career, shaping the empathetic and driven practitioner he is today.
Thanks for sharing that. So, maybe next you can tell us a bit more about your business?
NUCCA (National Upper Cervical Chiropractic Association) is a specialized approach to chiropractic care that focuses on the alignment of the upper cervical spine, particularly the atlas vertebra (the first bone in the neck). This method recognizes the critical role of the upper cervical spine in maintaining the body’s overall balance and proper nervous system function. Unlike traditional chiropractic adjustments, NUCCA employs gentle, precise, and non-invasive techniques to correct misalignments without forceful manipulation. These adjustments aim to restore proper alignment, alleviate pressure on the brainstem and spinal cord, and promote the body’s natural ability to heal itself. Dr. Vivek Soham is deeply passionate about NUCCA’s ability to address complex health issues by focusing on the root cause rather than just symptoms. Beyond chiropractic care, his practice also hosts breathwork classes, sound bath healing sessions, and charity events, further supporting holistic well-being and fostering a sense of community. This multi-faceted approach has allowed patients from across the globe to benefit from the transformative power of NUCCA and integrative wellness practices.
What was your favorite childhood memory?
My favorite childhood memories are the moments I was able to spend with my family all together with cousins, uncles/aunties and parents at any celebration be it Diwali, Christmas or family weddings.
Pricing:
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Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.origin.health
