He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from Eastern New Mexico University prior to earning his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, Iowa. Dr. Sparks is licensed by the North Carolina Board of Chiropractic Examiners and is a member of the North Carolina Chiropractic Association. Certified in permanent impairment and disability evaluation, Dr. Sparks holds postgraduate education in soft tissue injury and spinal trauma.