Arthur Kaufer, DC (’89) and David Kaufer, DC (’89) try to make their patients feel as at home as they do at their chiropractic practice. For 34 years the brothers have operated Kaufer Chiropractic from the same historic 1930s home where they grew up.
“I leave my house in the morning, and I’m at home the rest of my day at my office,” Dr. David said. “Our practice is not a typical doctor’s office. We enjoy the welcoming atmosphere it offers, and so do our patients.”
Their father, Marshall Kaufer, DC, established the original Kaufer Chiropractic in the Ridgewood neighborhood of Queens, New York, in 1954. Looking to move further away from the city, all six members of the family relocated to Suffern, New York, where their father reestablished the practice in 1959. Dr. Arthur and Dr. David now continue the work Dr. Marshall began in Suffern 64 years ago.
Dr. Marshall treated patients on the first floor of the home while the family lived on the floors above. With chiropractic so close to home, the brothers developed an interest in and passion for chiropractic during their formative years.
“As a young boy I watched my dad practice,” said Dr. David. “I would follow him from room to room and from patient to patient. At a young age we were able to see how patient health could be transformed through chiropractic care.”
Unlike Dr. David, who decided to pursue a career in chiropractic early in his life, Dr. Arthur pivoted into the field after he earned a master’s degree in counseling. When he realized psychology was not his calling, Dr. Arthur listened to his father’s advice and attended chiropractic school alongside Dr. David.
“I’ve found that my background in psychology helps me as a practitioner,” said Dr. Arthur. “You can’t separate the mind from the body. They go hand in hand. Your emotions affect your health and vice versa.”
Although Dr. Marshall graduated from a chiropractic school in their home state of New York, the Kaufer brothers both made what turned out to be a quick and easy decision to attend Logan University. In fact, they began their coursework only one trimester apart.
“We visited several chiropractic colleges across the region,” said Dr. David. “As soon as we drove up the scenic route to campus, we knew Logan was right for us. We fell in love. Meeting the administrators and taking a guided tour further solidified our decision.”
Their father also enjoyed visiting Logan while the brothers were students. Dr. Arthur remembers several occasions when Dr. Marshall demonstrated chiropractic adjustment techniques to him and his friends on campus.
“The entire Logan community was endearing,” said Dr. Arthur. “I enjoyed every minute of the years we spent there. It was challenging—even difficult at times—but we made great friends with people who are now our peers in the field.”
Now in its 65th year, Kaufer Chiropractic remains a staple of Suffern. As long-time residents of the community they serve, the brothers have treated generations of families and fostered a substantial network of patients.
“Our patients are practically family to us,” said Dr. David. “We see great grandparents all the way down to their grandchildren. Because we know everyone, our practice is based solely on referrals.”
Dr. Arthur and Dr. David are proud of the warm and welcoming practice they have built together.
“Our skills and work ethics complement each other well,” said Dr. David. “We have many similarities thanks to our father’s influence. We watched how he worked and interacted with others with confidence. We are grateful for the opportunity to carry on the lessons he taught us in this very home.”