About Dr. Eric Schmitt | Bowie, MD Chiropractor

Our Story

Founded by Dr. Richard Kappes in 1996, Total Wellness has proudly provided compassionate, high-quality care to Bowie and the surrounding areas for over 30 years. What began as a dedicated chiropractic practice has grown into a comprehensive wellness center committed to helping patients achieve lasting pain relief, improved mobility, and better overall health.

With a proven track record of excellence, Total Wellness has earned multiple Reader’s Choice Awards and has successfully cared for over 8,000 patients. Our facility features on-site X-rays for fast, accurate diagnosis and a full range of advanced therapies including StemWave acoustic wave therapy and InvisaRED body contouring.

At Total Wellness, we don’t just treat symptoms — we partner with you on your journey to better health. Whether you’re dealing with chronic pain, recovering from an injury, or looking to optimize your wellness, our experienced team is here to help.

Dr. Eric Schmitt, D.C.

Clinic Director

With over 14 years of dedicated clinical practice in Bowie, Maryland, Dr. Schmitt has built Total Wellness Chiropractic Center into one of the region’s most respected names in holistic pain management and wellness care.

His philosophy centers on treating the whole patient — not just the symptoms. By combining thorough diagnostics, hands-on expertise, and the latest regenerative technologies, Dr. Schmitt uncovers the root cause of pain and designs treatment plans that deliver lasting results.

From athletes recovering from sports injuries to families seeking preventive care, his comprehensive approach has helped thousands of patients reclaim their quality of life without surgery or medication.

Doctor of Chiropractic (D.C.)
Clinic Director, Total Wellness Chiropractic Center
14+ years of clinical experience
Certified in StemWave & InvisaRED technologies
Multiple "Best Chiropractor" award winner
Advanced training in spinal rehabilitation
Member, Maryland Chiropractic Association

Our Mission

To provide the highest quality chiropractic care by combining compassionate, hands-on expertise with advanced medical technology — empowering every patient to live a healthier, pain-free life.

We believe that true wellness goes beyond the absence of pain. Our mission is to educate, treat, and support our patients through every stage of their health journey — from relief and recovery to lasting vitality and prevention.