Dr. Sam Schepart, DC

Dr. Schepart, originally from Buffalo, NY, comes from a family of pharmacists and medical doctors, feuling his passion for helping others. He began his educational journey training to be a Math Teacher, but shortly before graduation, he realized his passions lie elsewhere. After graduating with a Mathematics degree from SUNY Fredonia, he set his eyes towards the medical field. During his pre-medical training, he had the opportunity to shadow a chiropractor. He quickly fell in love with the impact chiropractors have in their communities and the proactive health mindset of their patients. He attended chiropractic school at Life University in Marietta, GA. After running offices in Atlanta Philadelphia, and Fort Walton Beach, FL, Dr. Schepart is excited to be a part of the community in Lutz and the surrounding communities. He is clinically trained and credentialed in Chiropractic Biophysics, which utilizes specific x-ray analysis and spinal traction to improve posture and reduce stress in the spine and nervous system. Dr. Schepart truly lives the lifestyle he encourages, filling most of his free time playing sports and working out. He is also a die hard Buffalo Bills fan and enjoys watching professional and college sports.

Dr. Theresa Stoakes, DC

Dr. Theresa Stoakes grew up in Indianapolis, proudly calling it home to the best football team in the NFL. She graduated from Franklin College with a major in Health Science and minors in Biology and Chemistry. Her passion for chiropractic started in high school and never wavered.

Trading Midwest winters for sunshine, she headed to Palmer College of Chiropractic in Florida. Since graduating in 2017, she has been serving the Palm Harbor and Odessa communities with a commitment to natural healing, better movement, and long-term wellness.

Dr. Theresa is excited to support patients at New Leaf Chiropractic with a structural, corrective approach that helps people feel better, function better, and live better.

When she’s not in the office, you’ll find her walking her corgi, Swanson, or rewatching her favorite episodes of The Office.