I’m Dr. Donna Pontoriero, a chiropractor, wellness professional, educator, and founder of the Dr. Donna Institute. For more than 30 years, I’ve worked in private practice helping people better understand their health, make meaningful changes, and feel more confident in their bodies. I’m also the owner of Inspire Weight Loss Nutley, where I work closely with women navigating weight gain, low energy, cravings, and the frustrating changes that often come with midlife.



My work is personal too. After losing 120 pounds and experiencing my own midlife changes, I understand what it feels like when your body stops responding the way it once did and the usual advice no longer seems to fit. Through the Dr. Donna Institute, I create practical resources for women and teach health and wellness professionals how to communicate more effectively, support their clients, and build stronger practices.

Everything I create is grounded in real experience, both personally and professionally. No judgment. No unrealistic promises. Just honest guidance, practical tools, and a better way forward.