No, you do not have to see a medical doctor before seeing a chiropractor or to get a referral to see a chiropractor. You can make an appointment with a chiropractor whenever you wish. However, there are certain situations in which you may wish to see a medical doctor for further evaluation. It’s also never a bad idea to involve your medical doctor in your health care decisions. If your primary care doctor is aware that you’re seeing a chiropractor, then you can ask them to share your health records and potentially avoid repeating tests.