The People Behind the Practice
A Small Team Focused on a Personal Patient Experience
Godo Chiropractic is an independent Lakeview Chicago practice led by Dr. Jason Godo, D.C., R.N., with office manager Rich Rouse helping patients navigate scheduling, communication, insurance questions, and the day-to-day details of their visits.
Dr. Jason Godo, D.C., R.N., and office manager Rich Rouse
Chiropractor
Dr. Jason Godo, D.C., R.N.
Dr. Jason Godo is a chiropractor and registered nurse with more than 23 years of clinical experience. He takes an individualized approach to musculoskeletal care, evaluating not only where a patient hurts but also how posture, movement, joint function, muscle performance, previous injuries, and daily activities may be contributing to the problem.
His examinations may include orthopedic and neurological testing, range-of-motion assessment, soft-tissue evaluation, postural assessment, manual muscle testing, and Applied Kinesiology when clinically appropriate. The goal is to understand the problem before deciding what type of treatment, if any, is appropriate.
Dr. Godo commonly works with adults experiencing back pain, neck pain, headaches, sciatica, sports-related injuries, repetitive-use problems, and recurring musculoskeletal complaints.
His nursing background also influences the way he reviews health history, medications, previous diagnoses, and other medical factors. When a condition does not appear appropriate for chiropractic management, he may recommend additional medical evaluation or referral.
Office Manager
Rich Rouse
Rich has served as the office manager at Godo Chiropractic for the past three years. He helps keep the non-clinical side of the office organized so patients can focus more on their care and less on administrative details.
Rich has an educational background in counseling, which contributes to his calm, approachable communication style. He assists patients with scheduling, appointment questions, insurance and payment concerns, paperwork, and general office communication.
He is often the first person patients speak with when contacting the office and works to make the process as clear and straightforward as possible.
Outside the Office
Away from work, Rich enjoys playing pool in a league and traveling with his husband.
How We Work Together
Clinical Care and Office Support Under One Roof
In a smaller practice, communication between the clinical and administrative sides of the office can remain direct. Dr. Godo focuses on evaluation and treatment while Rich helps coordinate the practical details surrounding each visit.
Clinical Evaluation
Dr. Godo evaluates the patient's history, symptoms, movement, and examination findings.
Clear Scheduling
Rich helps patients find appropriate appointment times and understand what to expect.
Insurance & Payment Questions
The office can help explain benefit information, self-pay options, and applicable payment questions.
Ongoing Communication
Patients have a small team they can contact directly when questions arise during care.
Patient Experience
What You Can Expect From Our Team
You are working with a small office rather than navigating a large multi-provider organization.
We aim to explain both clinical recommendations and office procedures in straightforward language.
Each patient arrives with a different history, goals, and circumstances, and the office experience should reflect that.
Godo Chiropractic serves adults from Lakeview, Lincoln Park, Wrigleyville, Uptown, and nearby Chicago neighborhoods.
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Contact the Office
Have a Question or Ready to Schedule?
Contact Godo Chiropractic and Rich can help with scheduling, office questions, insurance information, or getting your first appointment started.