Meet the team.
Our providers
Dr. Brandon Blood, DC
Dr. Blood is the Founder & Clinic Director at Apex Physical Medicine in Canton, OH. His duties include: patient examination, rendering clinical diagnostic impressions, implementation of treatment program, ordering proper diagnostic studies including x-ray, MRI, CT scan, and Nerve Conduction Studies; and proper referral for medical consultations if necessary.
Dr. Blood was born and raised in Canton, OH. He attended St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Louisville, OH and went on and received a Bachelor's of Science in Biology at Walsh University in North Canton, OH. After graduation, Dr. Blood moved to Daytona Beach, FL and attended Palmer College of Chiropractic where he received his degree of Doctor of Chiropractic. He graduated as Valedictorian of his class and received several other academic and clinical honors.
Dr. Blood is married to Aubrey (Mastroine) Blood. They currently reside in Canton, OH. They have two children Evelyn and Ellie.
Dr. James Franz, DO
Dr. Franz is a board-certified physician in Family Practice. He is the Medical Supervisor of Apex Physical Medicine. Dr. Franz received his training at Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency in Family Practice at Akron General. He holds professional memberships in the American Academy of Family Practice (AAFP) and the American Medical Directors Association (AMDA).
Dr. Franz resides in North Canton, OH. He is married and has 3 children. He is actively involved in coaching his children's sport activities. He has been inducted into his high school's Athletic Hall of Fame for his successes on and off the field.
Dr. Nathan Bukuts, DC
Dr. Nate joined our practice in January 2018. He has offered Chiropractic care to the Stark and Wayne county area's since 2007. Clinical proficeincies include: patient evaluation/examination, diagnosic interpretation, individual patient driven treatment plans, performs the Graston Techniqueordering diagnostic studies when warranted, and medical referrals as needed.
Dr. Nate was born in Massillon, OH and grew up in Canal Fulton, OH. He attended Northwest High School in Canal Fulton, OH. Dr. Nate also earned an Associates degree from Stark Sate and his Bachelor's degree in science and profession studies, BPS, from New York Chiropractic College (NYCC). Dr. Nate then attended New York Chiropractic College (NYCC) in Seneca Falls, NY where he received his degree of Doctor of Chiropractic in 2007. He graduated and received several other academic and clinical honors.
Dr. Nate currently resides in Canal Fulton, OH and has twin daughters, Violet and Gracie. Dr. Nate enjoys spending time with his daughters and family, sports, and most outdoor activities
