Chiropractic

Medical expertise in the musculoskeletal system and its relationship with the nervous system.

Chiropractic is one of the five academic medical professions recognized in Switzerland under the LPmed (Federal Law on Medical Professions).
Chiropractors are experts in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mechanical disorders of the musculoskeletal system and their impact on the nervous system function and general health.

Our approach

Each session begins with a comprehensive clinical assessment, including a review of medical history, an orthopaedic and neurological examination, and—if needed—the prescription of imaging or medication.
Treatment is based on precise chiropractic adjustments to restore mobility, reduce tension and support better neuro-musculoskeletal communication.
Personalised advice complements the care plan to optimise recovery and help prevent recurrence.

Dr. Marc-Antoine Zurkirch

His deep interest in sports and his fascination for the functioning of our body have led him to collaborate with many national and international athletes. His goal is to offer each patient a complete and advanced treatment for the correct use of the body, similar to the model of a professional athlete.

Languages spoken:
French, Italian, English, Spanish.

Dr Laura Ponnaz

Laura Ponnaz put on her first judo gi at the age of four and competed in the sport until she was eighteen. Over those years, her curiosity and interest in how the body works and in human physiology steadily grew. During her first year of medicine at the University of Lausanne (UNIL) in 2016, she was able to name that interest—and discovered chiropractic.
With discipline and determination, Laura continued her medical studies, specialising in chiropractic. During her studies, she gained clinical experience in hospital settings, including the chiropractic department at CHUV in Lausanne and the Pain Centre at Kremlin-Bicêtre in Paris. She also became involved in humanitarian work, taking part in a mission to Senegal in June 2022 with the Kheir d’Afrik charity. Passionate about sport and performance, she additionally pursued specialist training in athlete care at Université Paris-Saclay.
Dr Ponnaz obtained her Swiss Federal Diploma in Chiropractic in 2023.

During an internship with Dr. Zurkirch, Laura discovered the holistic approach offered by the MAZ Clinic. Sharing our vision, it was only natural that she should join the MAZ Clinic team to continue her post-graduate training in September 2023.

Languages spoken:
French, English.

Dr Pierig Leray

After six years studying chiropractic medicine, Dr. Pierig Leray completed his three-year post-graduate specialization at prestigious institutions such as La Clinique de la Prairie (Montreux), Hôpital de La Tour (Geneva) and Hôpital de la Providence (Neuchâtel). In 2016, he obtained his Federal Postgraduate Diploma as a specialist chiropractor in Bern. In addition to the manipulative treatments his practice provides, he specializes in the chronic postural disorders that cause so much back pain.
He currently works as an independent chiropractor at the CMLO in Lausanne. At the same time, he is actively involved in the training of chiropractors, taking part in teaching and contributing his expertise to final examinations for post-graduate training.

Aligned with our holistic vision of healthcare and with a desire to expand his areas of expertise, Dr. Pierig Leray joined the MAZ Clinic in April 2024, becoming part of our multidisciplinary team committed to a comprehensive approach to patient care.

An active member of ChiroSuisse (Association of Swiss Chiropractors), ACCV (Association of Chiropractors of the Canton of Vaud) and the Association romande des médecins (AROMED), Dr. Pierig Leray continues to contribute to the development of chiropractic in Switzerland.

Languages spoken:
French, English, Spanish.

Dr Anouk Emmert

Anouk Emmert has always felt a deep desire to help others. Her personal journey, marked by numerous shoulder and back injuries during her competitive and open-water swimming career, led her to discover the benefits of chiropractic. Seduced by this discipline, she flew to England, where she spent five years studying chiropractic medicine at the Anglo-European College of Chiropractic.

Back in Switzerland, Anouk honed her skills in the chiropractic department of the CHUV in Lausanne, collaborating with a variety of healthcare professionals and enriching her clinical experience in the process. In 2024, she obtained her federal diploma in chiropractic, affirming her expertise and commitment to the practice.

Today, Anouk is determined to help her patients relieve pain and return to an active life, with a focus on improving mobility and rehabilitation. Enthusiastic about joining a team that values a holistic approach to health, surrounded by passionate specialists, she joined the MAZ Clinic in October 2024. Anouk looks forward to continuing to deepen her knowledge and contributing to this holistic vision of well-being.

Languages spoken:
French and English

Dr Laura Favre

She trained at the Institut Franco-Européen de Chiropratique (IFEC) in Toulouse, where she spent five years studying chiropractic medicine. She qualified as a chiropractor in 2023, then obtained her Swiss federal title in Bern in 2024. She later completed a University Diploma in preventive care for athletes at Université Paris-Saclay.

In her practice, Laura takes an evidence-based approach, prioritising personalised care that integrates prevention, functional rehabilitation and mobility optimisation. She supports both active individuals and those experiencing pain related to everyday demands, with the aim of restoring comfortable, efficient and lasting movement.

Laura Favre will join MAZ Clinic’s multidisciplinary team in February 2026, where she will integrate seamlessly into a collaborative model focused on comprehensive, coordinated patient care. In parallel, she practises alongside Dr Illi and Dr de Labouchère in clinics in Geneva.

Languages spoken:
French, English.