09/12/2025
This is my story: Dr. Saisha Naransammy, Chiropractor
From a young age, I was academically inclined, growing up in a humble and spiritually rooted home where my family instilled in me the values of perseverance, discipline, compassion, and faith. My grandparents, with whom I spent much of my childhood because their home was close to all my schools, played an instrumental role in shaping my character. Their love grounded me, while my parents taught me resilience and strength. I have always remained humble, never forgetting where I come from or the people who shaped me.
I loved school—from Montessori right through high school—and along the way, I received various accolades and awards that reflected my dedication. Community service became a natural extension of who I was, nurturing my desire to help others. Animals, too, have always held a special place in my heart, and caring for them became another way for me to express compassion.
My patients often ask me why I chose chiropractic, and the truth is that my career path was a beautiful blend of chance, purpose, and divine guidance. At first, I planned to become a chartered accountant, but circumstances nudged me to choose a broad-spectrum course. During a life-orientation assignment, a sudden opportunity arose to observe physiotherapy, sparking a deep interest in the medical field. While my two closest friends ultimately pursued accounting, I applied for chiropractic—a highly competitive program with 750 applicants vying for only 42 spaces—and I was accepted. From that moment, I knew I was exactly where I was meant to be.
My journey, however, has not been without profound hardship. In 2010, my father was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer. He passed away in March 2011, and later that same year, I lost my maternal grandfather. My grandmother passed away in 2007. These losses were devastating, but my mother remained my anchor, and my faith—guided by Lord Ganesha, Shiva Shakti, and the divine energies that hold my heart—carried me through. God has always been at the centre of everything I do, guiding every milestone, decision, and step in my journey.
In 2012, I moved to the West Rand, reuniting with my beloved dog after six years, and eventually opened my own chiropractic practice. Every achievement has been a reflection of the encouragement my family gave me: my father’s words, “You can do it, Momo,” my grandfather’s “Leave it to Baba,” and my grandmother’s “Never give up and be in the top 10.” I continue to persevere for them, carrying their wisdom and love into every aspect of my life.
My commitment to excellence was formally recognised when I became a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society, which celebrates the top 15% of students who excel academically in their degree. This honour reaffirmed that perseverance, faith, and humility are powerful forces.
Today, as a chiropractor, I live with purpose: helping people heal, caring for animals with the same tenderness I had since childhood, and honouring God in all that I do. My journey is a testament to resilience, divine timing, and the love of a family whose guidance continues to light my path.
I would like to thank all those that were on this journey with me. Thank you to all my patients, family, friends and strangers for your kind words, motivation, encouragement, support and referrals.
I greatly appreciate it
🩷
