Michael Hatzakis, M.D., Physiatrist

Dr. Hatzakis is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Doctors in Physical Medicine are also called Physiatrists and focus on improving function and quality of life.

He graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook with a B.S. in Electrical Engineering where he went on to receive a Masters of Engineering degree. He completed the Post-baccalaureate Pre-medical Program at Columbia University.

Dr. Hatzakis then worked as an engineer for several years before entering medical school at Stanford University School of Medicine in California where he also developed neural prosthetic devices under a joint program between Stanford medical school and the Department of Electrical Engineering. He did his residency training in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.

Dr. Hatzakis then joined the University of Washington medical school faculty in Seattle as an academic professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine. He has published in the area of chronic disease, multiple sclerosis, treatment of fatigue in MS, and the use of Medical Informatics in support of individuals with disabilities. More publications.

During his tenure at the UW, he worked at the VA hospital and ran multiple programs to support our Veterans with disabilities including Director of Acute Neuro-Rehabilitation at the VA hospital and Director of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. He was a founder of the Subacute Rehabilitation Unit, and co-founder and associate director of one of two national VA Multiple Sclerosis Centers of Excellence. He also started a Back Pain Rehabilitation Program at the American Lake VA hospital.

Dr. Hatzakis lectures on the topics of back pain for primary care doctors and surgeons, cardiac rehabilitation, as well as multiple topics in Information Technology. Full List of Lectures. He is a founder of the Eastside Interoperability Committee (EIC), whose mission it is to foster electronic collaboration to improve quality of health care on the East Side of the Puget Sound Region. He started Bellevue Rehabilitation Associates in 2005 to serve the holistic management of back pain, neck pain, workplace injuries, sports injuries and joint diseases.

Igor Uritskiy, M.D., Physiatrist

Dr. Uritskiy received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Neurobiology at the University of Washington and studied medicine at the Chicago Medical School. He completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at Loyola University Medical Center and is currently a member of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

Dr. Uritskiy focuses his practice on treating disorders of musculoskeletal and nervous systems including sports related, work related, and motor vehicle accident related injuries. Working closely with Physical Therapists and utilizing various treatment and diagnostic methods and modalities, including Ultrasound Guided injections and EMG testing, Dr. Uritskiy works with patients to help them achieve their functional goals and resume athletic, work, or recreational activities that they enjoy.

Dr. Uritskiy's hobbies include kettlebell training, weightlifting and martial arts.

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Kathleen Burgess, M.D., Physiatrist

Dr Burgess received her BS degree from Western Washington University in Nutritional Sciences and a MS in Interdisciplinary Nutrition. She attended medical school and completed her Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Residency in at the University of Washington. Dr Burgess is board certified in Physical Medicine and Electrodiagnostic Medicine and is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Rehabilitation Medicine at the University of Washington.

At ROI, Dr Burgess works in outpatient musculoskeletal medicine and enjoys maximizing patients full potential. She helps patients with a variety of pain issues, including chronic and acute pain, whole body pain and injuries.

Dr. Burgess enjoys doing art work, exercising and spending time with her family.

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Greg Fore, P. T., Physical Therapist

Greg has a master's degree in Physical Therapy. His role as a physical therapist is to guide, treat, and provide the tools patients need to achieve an optimal level of function. This is accomplished by educating the patient, providing hands-on treatments, engaging the patient in a individualized and progressive exercise program, and preventing further injuries and problems. His goal is to assist patients in developing a lifetime commitment to personal health, fitness and well-being.

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Alyssa Jacobs, Physical Therapy assistant

Alyssa graduated in 2010 from Mt. Hood Community College with an Associate of Applied Science degree for Physical Therapist Assistant. While there, she was treasurer of Mt. Hood's Physical Therapist Assistant's Club. Alyssa prefers a hands on approach with patients to decrease pain and relax in order to strengthen and heal. She also focuses on proper body mechanics as a preventative measure. Alyssa comes from an Eastern Oregon rural background and enjoys outdoor activities including running, hiking, camping, and fishing.

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Todd Hymel, M.S., L.Ac., Acupuncture

Todd S. Hymel M.S., L.Ac. is a practicing full time Acupuncturist, Herbalist, Teacher, and Integrated Medicine Practitioner. His style of acupuncture is a blend of Meridian Therapy, Classical Acupuncture, Applied Channel Theory, and TCM (Traditional Chinese Medicine). Todd maintains practices in Redmond, WA and Issaquah, WA.

Todd is a graduate of Bastyr University, past adjunct faculty of Bastyr and President of the Board of the Bastyr Alumni Association. He has been practicing Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine since 1996 and Zen Shiatsu (Acupressure) since 1984. His study of Complimentary Medicine began over 25 years ago in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where he studied and practiced Zen Shiatsu with Vernon Smith of Blue Cliff School of Therapeutic Massage.

Todd specializes in Pain relief, Asthma, respiratory disorders, chronic and acute sinus problems, digestive disorders, stress relief, skin problems, and complex medical conditions. For more information about Todd, visit www.AcupunctureClinicNW.com.

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Pete Connolly, L.M.P., Massage Therapist

Pete graduated from Brenneke School of Massage in Seattle in 2001. He completed a 200 hour graduate Sports Massage Program which included practice in the training rooms of Seattle University, Seattle Pacific University and the University of Washington. He became a member of the Washington Sports Massage Team and provided massage at sports events for athletes as well as at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City. He worked with the WNBA Storm Team for a couple of summers and gave massage at the PAC 10 Swim & Dive Championships for both U.W. and Stanford Swim Teams. He recently taught at Brenneke School of massage for four years.

Over the years Pete developed a style of massage that has proven effective for a variety of conditions and the associated edema. He found that ‘deep tissue' and sports massage had some limitations for rehabilitation, so he studied additional modalities of lymphatic facilitation, craniosacral therapy and visceral manipulation to balance out his practice. Pete gained experience in Craniosacral Therapy through the Upledger Institute and Visceral Manipulation with the Barral Institute. His style continues to evolve, based on listening to the unique needs of each client.

An outdoor enthusiast for many years, Pete taught skiing at Vail and Beaver Creek Resorts and guided for the Colorado Outward Bound School for 12 years throughout the southwest. While battling a long illness, Pete found that bodywork played an immense role in his healing process, as well as good nutrition, meditation, and yoga. Now in excellent health, helping support others by giving massage has become an important part of his lifestyle.

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Doylean Shinners, L.M.P., Massage Therapist

Doylean is from Pocatello, Idaho. Doylean attended Northwest School of Massage and graduated in April 2007. She specializes in Deep Tissue and Swedish massage and has practiced Reiki since 2003. She recently became a Reiki Master Practitioner. She also specializes in CranioSacral Therapy and is currently continuing her training to become a certified practitioner.

In 2003, Doylean was introduced to Reiki and CranioSacral Therapy and has developed a passion for both because of personal experiences. This passion helped her to decide to become a licensed massage therapist. Doylean's amazing intuitive ability and strong hands consistently and effectively help her clients reduce stress and allow the body to heal.

Doylean enjoys spending time with her children and grandchildren. She also enjoys cake decorating and learning new things.

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Kathy Norman, M.A., Psychotherapy

Kathy is a psychotherapist who bases her work on her client's strengths, abilities, resources, and values. She individualizes therapy for each person's needs, experiences, and goals. Her focus is on developing greater awareness of barriers and available choices utilizing a collaborative, solution focused approach. By investigating alternative thought and behavior patterns and expanded possibilities, Kathy's clients develop broader perspective and skills necessary to achieve positive change and improvement. Kathy earned her Master's Degree in Applied Behavioral Science from Bastyr University in 2006.

Previously, Kathy spent more than twenty years working in the fitness field as a nationally certified group and personal trainer, health club owner, and international speaker. She then pursued a second, complimentary career in clinical psychology. By adding psychological therapy to aid in the management of physical challenges, her clients experience greater results and enhanced feelings of personal control and empowerment. Kathy believes that only by integrating physical, emotional and mental health practices can one truly realize long term improvement and the endless benefits of health, and that a comprehensive, coordinated approach to healing and improved health is vital to achieve optimum function and long-term well being.

Kathy enjoys cycling, strength training, snow and water skiing, scuba diving, traveling, and spending time with family and friends. She is married and has two children.

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Wendy Camaano, M.S., R.D., C.D., Nutrition & Diet

Some will say there is not a simple prescription to prevent disease, ensure longevity and improve one's overall health, Wendy respectfully disagrees. There may not be a single pill that solves our health concerns; however, there is a basic solution found in one's lifestyle: a way of life rooted in nutrition and exercise. Wendy Caamano can help make this prescription of nutrition and exercise realistic and obtainable.

Wendy has her undergraduate degree in Exercise Science and a Masters degree in Nutrition from Bastyr University. While receiving her Masters, Wendy also mentored under Joy Bauer, the Today show's Registered Dietitian.

In addition to her formalized education, Wendy has acquired a wealth of experience working with children and a wide range of ethnically diverse clientele in both clinical and community settings. Currently, Wendy specializes in nutrition counseling and practices philosophies such as Intuitive Eating. She works with clientele on topics ranging from sports nutrition and disordered eating, to many different disease states such as Diabetes and Celiac Disease. As part of her ongoing practice, Wendy receives referrals for specialized consultations from eating disorder expert dietitian Julie Church. Wendy is also the dietitian at Rehabilitation Options of Issaquah.

Wendy has an overwhelming passion for health and wellness. She is looking forward to bridging the gap between nutrition and health in our community, and helping individuals live longer, disease-free lives.

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Darci Walthew, M.S., CSCS, Fitness Evaluation

Darci graduated in 2007 with a B.S. in Exercise Science from Ohio Northern University. There she was a 4 year varsity member of the Cross-Country and Track teams. Darci earned her MS in Exercise Science with a Human Performance Concentration from Ithaca College in 2008.

Darci is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialists (CSCSs) are professionals who apply scientific knowledge to train people for the primary goal of improving performance. They conduct sport-specific testing sessions, design and implement safe and effective strength training and conditioning programs and provide guidance regarding nutrition and injury prevention. Recognizing that their area of expertise is separate and distinct, CSCSs consult with and refer to other professionals when appropriate.

Darci offers a wide range of knowledge, experience, and creativity towards helping people reach their functional and fitness goals. She develops personalized strength and fitness programs unique to each individual. She loves challenging people to go beyond what they originally thought capable.

Darci enjoys running, hiking, and cooking. She and her husband, Ben, currently reside in Issaquah where they are active members of the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT).

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