Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Bloomington Clinic Names Alumnus Marty Caron, DC, as Director
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Last updated: April 29, 2026
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Bloomington, MN (April 29, 2026) — Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) is pleased to announce that NWHSU alumnus Marty Caron, DC, has been named Director of the NWHSU Bloomington Clinic.
With 34 years of chiropractic experience, Dr. Caron, known as “Dr. Marty,” is a former Minnesota Chiropractor of the Year and a proud graduate of Northwestern Health Sciences University’s Doctor of Chiropractic program. In 1992, he co‑founded Caron Chiropractic with his brother, Matthew Caron, DC, who is also an NWHSU alumnus.
“We’re thrilled to have Dr. Caron leading NWHSU’s Bloomington Clinic,” says Dr. Deb Bushway, NWHSU President and CEO. “His experience, leadership, and commitment to education and patient‑centered care make him an exceptional fit for this role.”
As Director, Dr. Marty brings the same commitment to collaborative, integrated care that patients and staff value at the Caron Clinic.
“To return to my alma mater in a combined role of clinic leadership and practicing chiropractor has been everything I hoped it would be,” says Dr. Caron. “This role allows me to further the clinic’s focus on natural, integrative, whole-person care. It’s a special place, with a team committed to intentional collaboration—between providers, patients, and staff. Integration doesn’t just happen; it has to be built with purpose. And here, it truly is.”
Dr. Marty notes that patients and providers alike experience a strong sense of community at the clinic. Remaining an active, practicing provider is central to his leadership philosophy, as he believes it strengthens connection, credibility, and care delivery.
The Bloomington Clinic offers a wide range of services, including acupuncture and Chinese medicine, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and clinical laboratory services. An accessible, academically integrated facility, patients receive care from highly trained, experienced practitioners who are closely connected to current research and evidence-based best practices and share a commitment to lifelong learning.
The clinic is also a site for NWHSU’s renowned Community-Based Internship (CBI) program, where chiropractic students in their final year of training observe, assist, and ultimately participate in patient care under the supervision of experienced clinicians.
“It’s important to me that we’re mentoring future healthcare providers and supporting a collaborative clinical learning environment that helps students transition confidently into professional practice,” he says. “The experience brings learning and patient care together in meaningful ways.”
Dr. Marty credits an extensive and thoughtful transition plan at his previous practice—developed with his brother and NWHSU alumnus Dr. Tim Graff—with ensuring continuity of care and a smooth leadership transition. He believes this experience underscores the value of strong succession planning for the benefit of patients, providers, and the broader healthcare community.
Specializing in athletic injuries, chronic pain, disc herniation, and spinal trauma, Dr. Marty brings a practical, patient‑centered approach to care in his chiropractic practice.
About Northwestern Health Sciences University
Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) based in Bloomington, MN, has been a national leader in person-centered healthcare education for over 80 years. NWHSU offers a diverse range of evidence-informed programs and experiences including chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy, undergraduate health sciences, and more. The University has more than 10,000 graduates throughout the U.S. and in 21 countries. For more information, please visit nwhealth.edu.