About Dr. Julio

Chiropractor. Community Advocate. Traveler. Diver. And a firm believer that healthcare should feel personal.

Hi, I'm Dr. Julio, chiropractor and founder of Meraki Chiropractic. I created Meraki because I wanted to build something that felt different, a place where patients feel heard, where care isn't rushed or cookie-cutter, and where the goal isn't to sell you a lifetime of treatment.

The word Meraki means to do something with love, passion, creativity, and soul. That's exactly what I wanted this practice to represent. As a Puerto Rican and bilingual chiropractor, I'm especially proud to provide care in both English and Español and help make chiropractic care more accessible to Indianapolis' Spanish-speaking community.

Today, Dr. Julio is:

  • Licensed chiropractor with 10+ years of experience

  • 2024 Best Chiropractor Award (Indianapolis Community Choice Awards)

  • 2026 Salud Award Winner (Prospanica Indianapolis) recognized as one of the only bilingual Latino chiropractors on Indy's west side

  • Serving 100+ patients in the community he's built

  • Dedicated to bilingual, patient-centered care that actually works

MY APPROACH TO CARE

  • Your pain is real. Your experience matters. I take time to understand what you're going through, not just the physical pain, but your life, your work, your goals.

  • You should never feel confused or rushed. I explain what's happening, why it's happening, and how we'll fix it, in English or Spanish.

  • I'm not here to keep you coming forever. I'm here to get you feeling better, teach you how to maintain your health, and set you free.

  • You work hard for your money. Your time is valuable, I make efficient appointments that respect both.

  • This isn't a corporate chain… This is our neighborhood, I know the people, I understand the culture. I'm invested in our community's health.

Beyond the Clinic

When I'm not helping patients, you'll find me in the kitchen, cooking and baking is my second passion. There's something peaceful about it, like meditation with food. My partner and I often spend evenings hosting dinner with friends, playing board games, and enjoying good conversation. We share our home with Luna, our cat, who keeps us company and reminds us to slow down.

I'm also a certified scuba diver (as of July 2022). It's a passion I never expected to have, but now I can't wait to get back in the water exploring. Well, until I see a shark…then I'm done!

Beyond personal hobbies, I'm deeply committed to giving back to the community that's given me so much. I've had the privilege of working with veterans at the Roudebush VA Medical Center, helping the men and women who served this country heal and recover. That experience shaped who I am as a chiropractor.

I believe in practicing what I preach: movement, wellness, and living with purpose. I'm passionate about serving the Latino and bilingual community in Indianapolis, making sure healthcare is accessible, affordable, and provided in the language people speak at home. It's personal for me because I've seen firsthand what happens when people don't have access to culturally competent care.

  • "Dr. Cruz is the best- he’s the only person that I trust doing my adjustments. I recently started using his cupping services and it has seriously helped my chronic muscle tension issues. I’m really excited to use his new masseuse and red light services in clinic. He’s also one of the very few Spanish-speaking chiropractors in Indy! LGBTQIA safe and respectful environment too"

    August Maples

  • "Dr Cruz is amazing! So glad I found him! He is so kind and truly cares about helping his patients. He had greatly helped me relieve neck pain I have been feeling lately. His office is such a lovely, calm, relaxing, and welcoming space."

    Kayla Beckman

  • "Dr. Cruz is phenomenal! He gives you individualized attention and makes sure you leave feeling better. The office is beautiful and calming. Staff are friendly and courteous. It's super easy to schedule an appointment -- I was experiencing an issue in my neck and I was able to schedule first thing the next day. I strongly recommend Dr. Cruz and Meraki Chiropractic to anyone on the west side seeking care."

    Tyler Wade

  • "I was having difficulty finding a chiropractor that could help me. I was calling all the docs on Google. Dr Cruz Gonzalez was the friendliest interaction I experienced, not only that, he had time for me the same day. My first visit was easy and flawless. He was able to adjust me and help with my issues. He is very comforting and is highly knowledgeable in medicine. As I nurse I appreciate docs that take time and get to know what your needs are. Absolutely has my respect and I will continue to go back to see him."

    Carrie Waltz