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Heather developed her interest in Physical Therapy growing up as a competitive gymnast. Through her intensive training and subsequent injuries she often found herself in Physical Therapy which provided great help in her career. This positive early exposure combined with her love of science and medicine paved the way for her to become a Physical Therapist. Heather attended Boston University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Health Studies in 2000 and a Master of Science in Physical Therapy in 2002. After practicing for a few years, Heather decided to further her education and clinical skills by receiving her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2008 from the University of St. Augustine. Through her 8 years of practice, Heather has developed two areas of specialty: orthopedic and neurological rehabilitation. She believes expertise in each area reinforces the other and cross application strengthens her ability to provide high quality care. In 2008, she became Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS). In 2007, she earned her Certification in Manual Therapy (MTC) from the University of St. Augustine. Heather has extensive experience in working with individuals who have experienced a stroke or brain injury. For the last 7 years, she has served on a multidisciplinary team for a day treatment program focusing on this population at National Rehabilitation Hospital. She thoroughly enjoys the challenge of improving these individuals’ abilities to walk and balance and the meaningful impact it has on their quality of life. She appreciates the opportunity to spend adequate 1:1 time with her clients to allow them to get the most from her treatments and subsequently achieve a successful outcome.

 

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Dr. Malnikof received his education at Palmer College of Chiropractic. He made it his mission to excel at school; he was honored to be voted by peers into the Vogt Leader Society (an honor available to only 0.002% of students that attend Palmer). While at Palmer, Dr. Malnikof attended a multitude of seminars to master as many techniques as possible. He thoroughly enjoyed the clinical aspect of his education and was selected to teach diagnosis courses, orthopedic courses, take care of patients in the physical therapy department, and help teach other students how to care for their patients. Dr. Malnikof believes his education was one of the best experiences of his life and now it is his privilege to share it with his practice members. Palmercare Chiropractic opened only 5 years ago and now there are 4 clinics throughout Northern VA. Palmercare clinics have been voted one of America's top Chiropractic Clinics and are now one of the most sought out Chiropractic clinics in Northern VA. Dr. Malnikof believes their doctors are constantly growing in their skills with continuing education and certifications in Wellness, Sports Injuries, Extremity care, Pregnancy and Pediatrics, Laserology, nutrition, and more.

 

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Monica Kuebler is the founder and Holistic Wellness Director for Fitness Elements (FE). Fitness Elements provides personal training, nutrition, metabolic testing, Metabolic Typing®, yoga and massage therapy to the people of Northern Virginia. Our services are offered in the homes of our clients, by telephone and online. Monica has an extensive background in athletics, fitness and wellness with over ten years of experience in the health and fitness industries. She earned a B.S. degree in Human Nutrition, Foods and Exercise from Virginia Tech and is a dually Certified Personal Trainer with the American Council on Exercise (A.C.E) and the National Academy of Sports Medicine (N.A.S.M). She is also a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and has been a yoga instructor for over six years teaching the Vinyasa style of yoga. Monica’s background has enabled her to correct improper alignments and mechanics which restore lost functionality and so much more. Whether her clients are injured from their most recent marathon training or just beginning an exercise program Monica is able to ensure that each individual will reap the maximum possible benefits from the effort that they put forth. In addition, Monica is a Raw Food Educator and Certified Metabolic Typing® Advisor. When it comes to training or healing your body, Monica and her team believes in function before aesthetics. In other words, it is more important to move, operate and function correctly before simply trying to look good. It has been Monica’s experience that the people who focus on just one or two components of fitness and wellness are usually not as successful as compared to those who take the total approach and work with all of the elements of health; hydration, nutrition, fitness and recovery.

 

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George D. Lane, D.P.M., graduated with a Bachelors of Science degree in Building Construction from Virginia Tech in 1989 and from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 1997. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine and the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He was recently named amongst Washingtonian Magazine’s Experts in Sports Medicine. Dr. Lane’s practice niche is running injuries – he has a passion for treating runners of all levels, from beginners to elites, of whom have included past Olympians and Marine Corps Marathon Champions. Dr. Lane is active with the local Northern Virginia running community, working with local running organizations, coaches, and running shoe specialty stores. Dr. Lane is highly committed to his own running – he currently runs about 70 miles per week, has completed the prestigious Boston Marathon, and recently ran the Army 10 Miler in under one hour. His own experiences and knowledge with running, biomechanics, gait, and running injuries bring a perspective rarely available to injured runners at their doctor’s office.

 

• Fellow, American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine

• Fellow, American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons

• Board Certified, Foot, Reconstructive Rearfoot & Ankle Surgery

• Chief, Division of Podiatric Surgery, Inova Fair Oaks Hospital

 

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Dr. Eugene M. Su DC, MAOM was born and raised in Northern Virginia, where he graduated with honors from Virginia Tech with a B.S. in the Science of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise. He furthered his health and wellness education at Southern California University with a Master's Degree in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and a Doctorate in Chiropractic. Dr. Su is a third generation practitioner of Oriental Medicine. He combines his Eastern philosophy background with his Western Science education to formulate a personalized plan of wellness that will cater to all your needs. He is also the sponsored doctor to the Reston Area Triathletes and currently competes in 5k-10k races as well as Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

 

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Robert Gillanders PT, DPT has been practicing as a physical therapist for 13 years. He is part of the experienced staff of therapists at Sports and Spinal Physical Therapy, a clinic that specializes in exceptional care and outstanding client outcomes. Robert has completed 20+ marathons, and particularly enjoys working with the running community in the DC area on prevention and management of running injuries.

 

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