A graduate of Villanova University in 1991, Dr. Joseph Cilea earned his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University in Marietta, GA in 1995. With a passion to help people to live their best lives, he opened his first chiropractic practice in Marlboro in 1997. In order to further meet the needs of his patients and offer a unique comprehensive array of services under one roof, Dr. Cilea expanded his practice to a multidisciplinary center in 2000 and Advanced Wellness was born. Currently offering the most advanced chiropractic, pain management, physical therapy, nutrition, and acupuncture services, Advanced Wellness continues with its mission of empowering lives and advocating health through innovative and compassionate service.
To promote wellness and a healthy lifestyle, Dr. Cilea is a frequent guest lecturer, sharing his insights on a broad range of topics. He speaks to companies, schools and sports teams about all facets of nutrition, injury prevention and wellness. He is also the co-author and contributing editor of the book “101 Ways to Improve Your Health.”
A former collegiate athlete, Dr. Cilea understands the physical and psychological impact of sports injuries and helps athletes with rehabilitation and recovery programs to optimize performance. With gratitude to his home town of Marlboro, he has spent the last 20 years giving back to the community. In 2003, he was awarded Marlboro High School’s inaugural Spirit of the Community Award. In 2009, he was inducted into the Marlboro High School Athletic Hall of Fame. He has helped establish the Diamond Club which raises funds to improve the facility for Marlboro High School’s baseball program. He has also served on the Marlboro Little League Board.
Dr. Cilea continues to reside in Marlboro with his wife Maryann and their four children, Gina, Brianna, Joseph and Jack. When not in the office Dr. Cilea spends time reading, coaching, fitness activities and traveling.