meet the team
Co-CEO, Executive Director and Chiropractor
Dr. Michael Hughes, D.C.
Dr. Hughes grew up in Fort Worth, TX. He completed his undergraduate studies at Utah Valley University. Soon after he enrolled at Parker Chiropractic University in Dallas, TX and graduated in 2002. Becoming a doctor of chiropractic fulfilled a life-time desire since the age of 14. Dr. Mike experienced many miracles in his youth from chiropractic which began his passion to become a chiropractor.
Co-CEO, Clinical Director and Chiropractor
Dr. David Hughes, D.C.
Dr. David Hughes grew up in Texas where he graduated from Parker College of Chiropractic in 2003. Prior to that, he graduated from Utah Valley University on the Dean’s High Honors List with an Associate in Science and also received his Bachelors of Science in Anatomy at Parker College of Chiropractic. His passion for Chiropractic started when Dr. Dave was a young boy. He knew by the age of 14 that he wanted to become a Chiropractor.
Dr. Dave is philosophically chiropractic rooted in alternative, whole-body care. Dr. Dave has received extensive training in several techniques including Thompson Technique, Activator Technique, and Flexion-Distraction and Diversified, Sacral Occipital Technique (SOT). He is also a member of the Colorado Chiropractic Association.
Dr. Dave has been married to his beautiful wife Sherry Hughes since 1997. They have 3 amazing children together Candace, Devin, and Allyssa. The whole family is excited to practice in the community of Loveland and look forward to many years of serving patients in the area.
Education
- Doctorate in Chiropractic from Parker Chiropractic University
- Bachelor of Science with a Major in Anatomy from Parker Chiropractic University
- Associate of Science from Utah Valley University
Affiliations and Certifications
- Board Member of the Colorado Chiropractic Association
- National Certified in Spinal Decompression
- Extremity Adjusting Certification
- Board member of the CCA
Chiropractor
Dr. William Thomas Stults, D.C.
Born in Colorado and raised in Wyoming, Dr. Billy discovered Chiropractic from playing the rigorous and physical sport of rugby. He has grown to understand the true meaning of health and the benefits of Chiropractic from being a Rugby player while attending Life University, a nationally acclaimed school for their Rugby program and Chiropractic School.
Dr. Billy has been practicing for 21 years. Owning several chiropractic offices in Colorado that focused on athletes, infertility, pediatrics, whole body health as well as canine and equine specialties. He now brings his expertise to The Gateway Chiropractic Team being certified in Thompson Drop, Diversified Pediatric and Pettibon Techniques, as well as Animal Chiropractic.
He is married to his wife, Jenni for 25 years and they have two daughters Hailey and Gracie.
Chief Operating Officer
Shari Hughes
Shari came to Gateway Family Chiropractic with vast business and management experience. Prior to moving to Colorado, Shari managed a large retail store for 10 years. She also managed the largest staffing agency in Texas for more than 5 years. She was the account manager for an international shipping company for 15 years. Today she is the Chief Operating Officer of Gateway Family Chiropractic.
Shari is the wife of Dr. Michael Hughes and the mother of 5 daughters. In her free time she volunteers as the President of the Board for the non-profit Booster Club for Fossil Ridge High School Theater Troupe and enjoys boating with her family.
Process Consultant & Source of All Wisdom
Larry Hughes AKA Legendary Larry
Larry was born in Branson, Missouri in 1938. His father was a traveling salesman and they lived many places before settling down in Ft. Worth, Texas. Larry started his adult life working for the Texas-Pacific Railroad. After 4 years on the railroad, he took a job with General Dynamics, and later Tandy Corporation, American Handicrafts, Gearhart Industries and Lockheed Martin, where he was the Chief of Graphics before retiring in 1990.
Larry prides himself as the Patriarch of Gateway Family Chiropractic, as he is the literal patriarch of the majority of Gateway's employees. He's the Father of 10 children and dozens of grandchildren and great-grandchildren (the number changes monthly). Dr.'s Hughes enjoy knowing they are being overseen and guided by Larry's watchful eye which has been educated and refined by his rich life and business experience.
New Patient Concierge
Chloe Ragatz
Chloe was born and raised in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. She also studied at Utah Valley University., although Chloe is the Jack of all trades; having many different talents and interests. She is also a wife to her husband Ethan and a proud mom to two cats (Penny and Pretzel) and 1 dog (Jax).
Chloe loves to have fun with her friends and family, spend time in the sun, and around water, and make others laugh.
Chiropractic has made a huge difference in Chloe's life as she's always been an athlete, taking part in many sports. Chloe's passion for everything she does and her easy-going nature is a great asset every day to our team. She feels blessed to be around so many health miracles everyday at Gateway.
Chiropractic Assistant
Lauren Bishop
Lauren is originally from Mesa Arizona. She has trained at Pima Medical Institute in Phlebotomy and has 7 years of experience in the field. Lauren is no stranger to chiropractic, as she was adjusted for the first time at just 3 weeks old.
One of Lauren's favorite things to do is travel to new places and try new things. When she's not traveling, Lauren enjoys listening to live music with those she loves. Lauren has a contagious laugh that can warm any room. Her favorite part of working in wellness is seeing all the changed lives.
Chiropractic Assistant
Xelah Baca
Xelah has lived in Colorado her whole life. She graduated from CSU in 2022 and has plans to continue in the chiropractic field. Xelah enjoys summertime activities, especially spending time on the lake or playing sand volleyball with her family.
As a baby, Xelah was recommended corrective hip/leg braces. However, through a series of chiropractic adjustments she no longer needed them. Xelah has been familiar with chiropractic most of her life and enjoys being on the other side of things here at Gateway.
Chiropractic Assistant
Britt Wulkan
Britt is a Colorado native, although she did live in Montana for a couple of years. She loves spending time outside and has many hobbies like golfing, trail running, hiking, and paddle boarding. Britt is a wife and a mom, she especially loves spending time with her son.
With a Bachelor of Science in Biology, Britt understands and appreciates natural healing. She was drawn to chiropractic because she knows our bodies are smart and were made to be healthy. Britt has a great personality and brings so much to our team.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
8:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 12:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 6:00pm
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Gateway Family Chiropractic
3850 North Grant Avenue #100
Loveland, CO 80538
Phone (970) 669-7620
Fax (970) 292-6428