Our Team
Dr. Sydney Rutkowski
Chiropractic has always been a part of Dr. Sydney's life. As a second-generation chiropractor, she grew up watching her father care for families and saw firsthand the incredible difference chiropractic could make. Inspired by his example, she followed in his footsteps and studied at Life University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Health Coaching before completing her Doctor of Chiropractic degree through the university's accelerated program, graduating in 2023.
Her journey ultimately led her to practice in the Netherlands, where she spent several years caring for pregnant women, babies, and children before moving to the Bay of Plenty.
Dr. Sydney has always been passionate about pregnancy, birth, and supporting women through one of life's most incredible seasons. She believes the body is remarkably designed and that every woman deserves to feel informed, empowered, and supported throughout her pregnancy and birth journey. She is a strong advocate for helping families make confident, informed health decisions and loves caring for mums, babies, and growing families.
Dr. Leo Van Lierop
Growing up in Tauranga, Leo received regular chiropractic care throughout his childhood. It helped him manage asthma, kept him active through years of motorsports, and supported the health of his whole family. Those experiences gave him a deep appreciation for how a healthy nervous system can help people live life to the fullest and ultimately inspired him to become a chiropractor himself.
In 2020, Dr. Leo graduated with a Bachelors in Chiropractic from The New Zealand College of Chiropractic and went down to practice in the Wairarapa for a few years. After practicing in New Zealand, Leo's journey took him to the Netherlands, where he spent several years caring for families of all ages. It was there that his passion for pregnancy and pediatric care truly flourished.
One of the greatest privileges of his career was being invited into a family's home to check their newborn baby after caring for Mum throughout her pregnancy—a moment that perfectly captured why he loves what he does.
For Leo, there's nothing more rewarding than seeing families grow healthier, stronger, and more connected as they move through life together.
