Dr. Ryan D. Hamm
Dr. Ryan Hamm has 18 years of clinical experience in the conservative treatment and rehabilitation of spine and extremity disorders. In his spare time he enjoys various fitness activities, such as running, cycling, and functional weight training. He also likes to cook, travel, scuba dive and golf.
Education
Doctorate - Chiropractic
Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa
Cum Laude honors graduate
Post-Graduate Education
Structural Rehabilitation of the Spine and Posture (Alignment Correction)
Functional Rehabilitation of the Spine and Posture (Neuromuscular Strengthening and Re-education)
Spine and Extremity Biomechanics
Spine and Extremity Rehabilitation
Movement Screening, Assessment and Correction
Pain Management
Instrument, Spine and Extremity Adjusting
Neurology
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Shoulder Disorders
Upper Cervical Biomechanics and Treatment
Golf Biomechanics and Injuries
Diagnosis and Treatment of Knee Disorders
Foot Biomechanics
Gait Analysis
Scoliosis Correction and Rehabilitation
Nutrition
MRI Imaging
Certifications
Advanced Certification Chiropractic Biophysics Technique
Functional Movement Systems Certification
Memberships and Associations
International Chiropractic Association
National Awareness Campaign for Upper Cervical Care
Chiropractic Biophysics, Non-Profit
Dr. Troy J. Schmick
Dr. Troy Schmick has 23 years of clinical experience in the conservative treatment and rehabilitation of spine and extremity disorders. In his spare time he enjoys playing with his dogs, cycling, hiking, and weight training.
Education
Doctorate - Chiropractic
Palmer College of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa
Summa Cum Laude honors graduate
Post-Graduate Education
Structural Rehabilitation of the Spine and Posture (Alignment Correction)
Functional Rehabilitation of the Spine and Posture (Neuromuscular Strengthening and Re-education)
Spine and Extremity Biomechanics
Spine and Extremity Rehabilitation
Instrument, Spine and Extremity Adjusting
Neurology
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Upper Cervical Biomechanics and Treatment
Scoliosis Correction and Rehabilitation
Nutrition
Certifications
Advanced Certification Chiropractic Biophysics Technique
Memberships and Associations
International Chiropractic Association
Chiropractic Biophysics, Non-Profit
Dr. George E. Nemcek
Dr. George Nemcek has 21 years of clinical experience in the conservative treatment of spine and extremity disorders. In his spare time he enjoys playing with his children, coaching baseball and football, playing music and weight training.
Education
Doctorate - Chiropractic
National College of Chiropractic, Lombard, Illinois
Bachelor of Science - Human Physiology
National College of Chiropractic, Lombard, Illinois
Bachelor of Arts - Natural Science
Carthage College, Kenosha, Wisconsin
Post-Graduate Education
Spine and Extremity Biomechanics
Shoulder Disorders
Knee Disorders
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Nutrition
Certifications
Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician
Acupuncture
Karen Connolly
Certified Nutritionist
Karen has worked in the health and nutrition field for over 20 years. In her spare time she enjoys yoga, cooking, baking, scrap booking and going to sporting events.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics, Dominican University, River Forest, IL
Experience
Pharmacy technician for Walgreen's and Caremark Pharmacy
Nutritional Consultant for Metagenics and NuMedica
Implemented Wellness Programs in hospitals, medical clinics, fitness centers, pharmacies, and spas, providing coaching to doctors, their staff, and patients on various health-related topics
First Line Therapy (FLT) Lifestyle Educator working in medical offices with patients doing nutrition workshops, menu planning, nutritional assessments, diet analysis, bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA) testing, supplement analysis and weight loss coaching
Volunteer Work at Maywood Weight Loss Clinic sponsored by Loyola University, Women Infants and Children (WIC) Program, Feed My Hungry Children, Public Action to Deliver Shelter (PADS) and Sports Plus
350 hours of Continuing Education related to nutrition, health, and disease prevention
Certifications
Certified First Line Therapy (FLT) Lifestyle Educator
Karen's approach includes nutritional assessment and counseling, diet analysis, BIA testing, supplement analysis, weight loss and diet coaching, and lecturing services. Some of Karen's specialties include weight loss and diet programs, healthy shopping and cooking, body composition, healthy aging, and detoxification. As she says in her own words, "I am passionate and totally committed to empowering others to achieve their optimal health with the use of alternative medicine and preventative healthcare solutions."