Practicing since January 2024

Calvin, a recent graduate from Baylor University, embarked on his journey as a dedicated Physical Therapist in 2024. Having recently relocated to the vibrant city of Chicago from Dallas, Texas, Calvin’s enthusiasm for physical therapy is deeply rooted in a personal experience that ignited a passion for connecting with patients.

Born and raised in Houston, Calvin earned a Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality from the University of Houston, shaping his unique approach to physical therapy with an emphasis on personalized care and creating a welcoming atmosphere.

With a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Baylor University, Calvin’s journey was sparked by a personal experience – an injury to his shoulder from years of athletics. This transformative event inspired Calvin to delve into the world of physical therapy, where a profound passion for connecting with patients and improving their daily lives.

Now, as a new resident of Chicago, Calvin is eager to bring his fresh perspective to patient care. He takes pride in his patient-centered approach, recognizing the diverse needs of individuals, be it high school athletes, post-operative patients, or those in their golden years. Tailoring treatments to align with their unique goals and lifestyles, Calvin focuses on individualized goal setting and functional progress.

His treatment philosophy revolves around defining clear, personalized goals with patients and guiding them through a comprehensive plan that emphasizes functional improvements. This approach ensures that each step of the journey is purposeful and contributes to overall well-being.

Beyond the clinic, Calvin is excitedly looking forward to exploring the diverse offerings of Chicago. From enjoying a game of volleyball or tennis to discovering new restaurants and cuisines, showcasing culinary skills through cooking, embarking on exciting travel adventures, and building intricate LEGO creations, Calvin is eager to integrate himself into the Windy City.

In connecting with patients on a deeper level, Calvin draws from his personal journey, finding joy in getting to the root of the problem, focusing on the true causes of issues, and working collaboratively to achieve lasting solutions. For Calvin, physical therapy is not just a profession but a commitment to empowering individuals on their unique paths to recovery and well-being.

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Tanzania is a compassionate, charismatic, and intuitive healer with extensive training in both Western and Eastern massage modalities. She earned her education from Pacific College of Health & Science (Chicago campus), where she specialized in Asian bodywork and holistic healing techniques. Her approach integrates both modern and traditional practices, focusing on the connection between body, mind, and spirit to support overall well-being.

Her journey in healing began as a Certified Nursing Assistant, where she saw firsthand the impact of compassionate care. Through her experiences caring for others in both professional and personal settings, she developed a deep commitment to helping people preserve their health, take control of their well-being, and improve their quality of life.

Currently, she is pursuing a Master of Science in Acupuncture with a Chinese Herbal Medicine Specialization at Pacific College of Health and Science, further deepening her expertise in integrative medicine. She believes in the body’s innate ability to heal itself and is passionate about preventative care, sustainable healing practices, and patient education.

Rooted in the wisdom of her ancestors, Tanzania honors the importance of rest, renewal, and inner peace, recognizing that restoration, harmony, joy, and movement are essential parts of well-being. She embraces the idea that stillness is powerful, that recovery is necessary, and that rest is one of our ancestors’ wildest dreams.

Through her holistic healing practice, she strives to enhance the quality of life of others by:

• Providing client-centered care
• Supporting healthy lifestyle choices
• Creating sustainable solutions
• Offering resources, education, and alternatives that promote an abundant foundation of medicine

In her free time, Tanzania enjoys connecting with nature, tending to her garden of herbs and vegetables, studying astrology, training Muay Thai, and thrifting. She also cherishes time spent with her beloved cat, Juni.

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Practicing since January 2022

Lauren has a keen interest in working with patients experiencing acute or chronic pelvic pain (low back, hip, SIJ), as well as prenatal/postpartum and menopausal populations. Her physical therapy philosophy centers on active listening, encouraging patient engagement, and empowering patients through education and a focus on understanding. She believes these aspects are crucial to building strong relationships and guiding patients on their unique paths to recovery and overall well-being. Lauren remains committed to ongoing professional development and is currently pursuing further training in pelvic, musculoskeletal, and manual techniques, including certification in dry needling. She recently became certified in the Rigo Concept (Schroth) method for conservative management of scoliosis.

A Chicago resident, Lauren currently lives in the Pilsen neighborhood. She graduated from UIUC in 2013 and gained experience in various healthcare settings before returning to school to earn her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Governors State University in 2022. In her free time, Lauren enjoys staying active through rock climbing, running, and golfing. She also loves cooking and baking, reading thriller and sci-fi genres, and playing scary video games.

Continuing Education:

Herman & Wallace Institute: Pelvic Floor 1, 2a, 2b; Sacroiliac Joint Current Concepts; Pregnancy Rehab Postpartum Corrective Exercise Specialist Myofascial Release Techniques McKenzie Institute: Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment (MDT) Part A Dry Needling 1: Foundation to Dry Needling via EvidenceCEU Integrated Pelvic Care: Four Horsemen of Male Pelvic Pain Rigo Concept (Schroth) Level 1 via BSPTS North America (formally Schroth Barcelona)

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Practicing since January 2008

Physical Therapy is the collaborative problem-solving process and Jason enjoys guiding his patients back to their physical best. Outstanding patient outcomes are a product of thorough examination with accurate diagnosis, patient education, and a combination of manual therapy and focused rehabilitative exercise. He believes that restoring the optimal biomechanics through manual therapy expedites the healing process and thoughtful exercise prescription maintains the patient’s improvement. Working together, his patients and him identify, plan, and solve pain and physical limitations.

Jason provides cervical, thoracic and lumbar manipulation, advanced joint mobilizations of the extremities, advanced spinal and core stabilization, dry needling, vestibular ehabilitation, nerve pain, chronic pain solutions, foot & ankle pain relief, headache & neck pain, sorts rehabilitation, and runners injuries

Jason is a Certified Manual Physical Therapist through the North American Institute for Orthopedic Manual Therapy and a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Physical Therapist through Myopain Seminars.

Continuing Education: When the Foot Hits the Ground – Advanced, Shacklock Neurodynamic Tensioning, Management of the Cervical Spine following Motor Vehicle Accident, Dry Needling of the Extremities, Swodeam Manual Therapy series, Physical Therapy Management of the Lumbar Spine, Advanced Manipulation of the Cervical, Thoracic, and Lumbar Spine, Maitland Level I – The Extremities

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