Estelle Zauner-Maughan of Naturally Chiropractic in Tynemouth is UCA Chiropractor of the Year 2026, after 30 years in practice and 22 of them in Tynemouth.

Estelle Zauner-Maughan, the chiropractor at Naturally Chiropractic in Tynemouth, has been named United Chiropractic Association (UCA) Chiropractor of the Year 2026, recognising a 30-year career of which 22 years have been spent treating patients in Tynemouth.

The award was presented on Saturday 17 October at the UCA’s annual conference in Birmingham, in front of about 600 chiropractors, chiropractic students and their families.

Thirty years, and a hand in founding the association

The recognition is for more than clinic work. Ms Zauner-Maughan is a founding member of the UCA, which describes itself as one of the UK’s largest chiropractic organisations, and she sat on its board for 11 years.

She still teaches. She works as a clinic tutor at the Scotland College of Chiropractic’s student clinic, mentors teenagers in the local community and mentors other chiropractors as they develop their own practices.

According to the practice’s own website, she has worked as a chiropractor in the North East since 1996 and is registered with the General Chiropractic Council.

Estelle Zauner-Maughan holding up a glass star-topped award in front of a green UCA banner in a conference hall
Estelle Zauner-Maughan with the award in front of the UCA banner at the Birmingham conference. Photo: supplied by Estelle Zauner-Maughan

In her own words

Speaking after the presentation, she said: “I am absolutely delighted and deeply honoured to receive the UCA Chiropractor of the Year Award. To have this recognition after 30 years in practice, including 22 years serving the Tynemouth community, is particularly meaningful to me.

“I have always believed that being a chiropractor is about much more than treating patients. It is also about contributing to the profession, supporting the next generation, sharing knowledge with colleagues and making a positive difference in the community around you.

“Being a founding member of the UCA and serving on its board for 11 years have been important parts of my professional journey. I am equally passionate about helping chiropractic students develop their skills and confidence, mentoring young people in our community and supporting fellow chiropractors.

“Ultimately, it is a privilege to care for my patients and to be part of a profession that means so much to me. I am grateful to the UCA for this recognition and to all the patients, colleagues, students, friends and family who have been part of my journey over the years.”

The practice

Naturally Chiropractic is at 1a St Oswins Place, Tynemouth, NE30 4RQ, about two minutes’ walk from Tynemouth Metro station. The practice says it sees adults and children, pregnant women and new mothers, sports people, babies, older people and disabled patients. Appointments and opening times are on the Naturally Chiropractic website, or call 0191 259 6777.

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