Our Rotorua Chiropractors
Dr. John Funnell (Chiropractor)
My classmates thought I was crazy going to the Chiropractor when I was at school! They couldn’t understand how Chiropractic helped children. How wrong they were, and how lucky I was to have parents who knew about the benefits of Chiropractic care for kids. You see, I wasn’t sick. I just felt better after seeing the Chiropractor.
Our family has always been fortunate to receive great Chiropractic care from some excellent Chiropractors. My older brother became a Chiropractor and he, along with some other Chiropractors I knew and respected encouraged me to look at Chiropractic as a career choice.
I travelled to South Carolina, USA to study at Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic. Here, I studied under some world leaders in Chiropractic and learnt that everyone could benefit from receiving Chiropractic care – regardless of age, occupation or whether they were experiencing symptoms or not. Now that inspired me!!! I graduated as a Doctor of Chiropractic in 1986 and moved back to NZ to set up practice in Rotorua.
Family is important to me. Happily married to Margi, we have two wonderful children, Kiara and Jonah. Both children had their first Chiropractic check-up when only a few minutes old. Since then they’ve had regular check-ups to help them stay well and function at their potential. As a family we love spending quality time together and with friends. We love fishing, boating, the beach, and roast dinners!!
Enough about us. Thanks for visiting our website. How can we help you with Chiropractic care? I invite you to try Chiropractic care and experience the difference between a healthy spine and nervous system can make for your wellbeing.
I look forward to meeting you in person and learning how we may be of service to you. Call our friendly team today or email me with the link below.
Dr. Margi Bishop-Funnell (Chiropractor)
My Mum can’t believe how healthy I am now! As a child, I was always sick. I remember being on medications all the time and seemed to always be at the doctor. It was at a very young age that I had a goal to not be held back by my health and if possible to help others to be healthy.
When I started Chiropractic care at age 18 I was probably at my worst health, but I can now say that in my 40’s, thanks to Chiropractic I feel like I am getting healthier every day.
I gained my Chiropractic degree in Melbourne and graduated in 1990. It was five years of full-time study and was very challenging.
After a couple of years in practice in Ballarat in an office that specialised in Chiropractic care for babies and children, I headed off for my “Big OE” where I ended up in Santa Barbara, California. Whilst here I concentrated on training in a specialist Chiropractic technique called “NetworkSpinal” which is a profound technique that uses mostly gentle contacts on the spine.
I am married to John (who I met whilst doing my “big OE”) and we have two children, Kiara (10) and Jonah (5). Both our children have been receiving Chiropractic care since birth.
I can’t believe that it has been 20 years since I graduated as a Chiropractor. I cannot imagine my life without regular Chiropractic adjustments and wish the same health and joy for you.
Give our office a call so we can help you take your first step towards better health and enjoyable life.
Dr. Nicola Phillips (Chiropractor)
I was introduced to Chiropractic as a child by my grandparents, now in their 90s and having received regular monthly adjustments for close to 40 years now at this very office. Four generations of my family receive regular Chiropractic care, including sister, also a Chiropractor. I have practiced here at Funnell family chiropractic for over 11 years now.
To me Chiropractic truly is a family affair and am confident Chiropractic can benefit us all. I look forward to seeing how Chiropractic can help you and your family.
When I’m not at the practice I enjoy living in Rotorua with all that it has to offer, enjoy spending time outdoors, and I continue to play netball and exercise on a regular basis. Another benefit of living in Rotorua is its close proximity to my family farm just on the other side of the Mamakus.
Dr. Melanie Bell (Chiropractor)
I just love being a Chiropractor! Helping people of all ages live happier healthier lives is my passion. It continuously blows me away to see the positive changes in peoples quality of life when their spines and nervous systems are free from stress and tension.
I feel extremely lucky to have had chiropractic care since I was a child. In fact, I received my first Chiropractic adjustment here in Rotorua from Dr John Funnell to now be working alongside him and his wife Margi in this wonderful practice is just amazing.
I graduated in 2008 after 5 years of study at the New Zealand College of Chiropractic. I then worked in a paediatric based practice in Mount Maunganui for 5 years specialising in chiropractic care for Pregnant women and babies.
Not long after having my first child I moved back to Rotorua to be closer to family and have loved being here ever since!
My other loves are spending time with my husband and two daughters, cooking wholesome meals to share with friends and family, yoga, art and being out in nature!
It is always a privilege to care for someone’s spine, I look forward to meeting you and seeing how Chiropractic care can help improve your quality of life.
Dr Anabella Newman (Chiropractor)
I’m super excited to be part of the talented team at Funnell’s. As a chiropractor my absolute passion is to help you keep doing what you love and need to do for as long as possible in life, through Chiropractic care.
I have a special interest in the latest scientific research on chiropractic adjustments and how they affect our brain and body function. I want to tell everyone about this and how chiropractic can help us live more enjoyable and healthier lives.
Rotorua is my place in the world, where I love to live because of the people, the mountain biking and the lakes. My favorite kind of relaxation is heading out for a trail run or a day on the lakes soaking-in our truly beautiful surrounds. If you see me out there, say hi! Bonus points if you have a dog I can pat.
Dr Tina Wu (Chiropractor)
Kia ora, I’m Tina! Born and raised in Auckland, I’ve made my way back to the North Island and will be settling into life in Rotorua. I’ve been lucky to work in some pretty awesome spots around New Zealand, including the Bay of Islands, Palmerston North, and Nelson, which has given me the chance to be part of some great communities along the way.
I graduated from the New Zealand College of Chiropractic in 2021 and became a FICS certified sports chiropractor in 2024.
Sports chiropractic is something I’m truly passionate about. There’s something special about working alongside athletes and playing a role in helping them perform at their best, both on and off the field. I was lucky enough to live out that passion as a sports chiropractor with FICS at the 2025 World Games in China. Being embedded within a team environment, working toward a shared goal with a group of dedicated athletes, is something I find really rewarding.
My focus for this year is to complete my postgraduate studies in paediatrics, working towards my Diplomate with the Australian College of Chiropractic Paediatrics.I love that chiropractic care can reach such a wide range of people, from newborn babies through to high performance athletes, and continuing to grow my skills in paediatric care is something I have really enjoyed. I am so excited to bring everything I have learnt into this practice.
When I’m not working, you’ll usually find me out on the trails, making the most of the outdoors, checking out new food scenes, or just tiki touring around the country.
I’m really excited to be part of Funnell’s Family Chiropractic and the Rotorua community. Come say hi. I’m looking forward to meeting you all!
Dr Felix Bickley (Chiropractor)
Felix brings an energetic and passionate approach to chiropractic care. His focus is on helping people restore function and coherence within their body as efficiently as possible.
Influenced by a love for the ocean, Felix’s care directly supports the body and nervous system in finding its natural rhythm for movement and function.
Growing up in a country town, Felix has a strong affinity for people and his community.
He is passionate about helping people from all walks of life get back to doing what they love in life.
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