
Dr. Stuart “Stu” Katzen, M.S., D.C.
Founder of Pure Life Chiropractic & Pure Life Ventures
Dr. Stu is a chiropractor, educator, entrepreneur, and healthcare operator with more than 25 years of experience building practices, mentoring professionals, and advancing the chiropractic profession.
A graduate of Cornell University, Dr. Stu earned both his Doctor of Chiropractic degree, graduating Cum Laude, and Master of Science in Sport Health Science from Life University. He went on to build and operate a successful family chiropractic practice in the Philadelphia area for more than two decades before relocating to South Carolina and founding Pure Life Chiropractic, with practices serving Greenville and Clemson areas.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Stu has remained deeply involved in chiropractic education and leadership. He is an Advanced Certified Zone Technique Practitioner and Certified Teacher, previously served as President of the Life University Alumni Association, and served for seven years on the Life University Board of Trustees.
As a Venture Partner of Netoro, Dr. Stu brings decades of real-world healthcare operating experience to the development of new models for chiropractic education, practice ownership, and entrepreneurship.
His work focuses on helping the next generation of chiropractors build lean, financially sustainable, insurance-independent practices while maintaining a strong commitment to patient care and the long-term health of the profession.



