 | Paul Mettler, PT, DPTEducation: BS in Physical Therapy (summa cum laude), University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, ND; Transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science Member: American Academy of Pain Management (AAPM), American Academy of Craniofacial Pain (AACP), American Academy of Oralfacial Pain (AAOP), American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Private Practice Section of the APTA, Research Section of the APTA, Champaign-Urbana Chamber of Commerce. Pioneer: Developed MRT® manual physical therapy technique for physical dysfunction. Patented ”Doctor M®” orthopedic side-sleeping, back/side, travel, and CPAP pillows. In process of developing Mettler Institute in downtown Chicago to focus on cutting-edge adhesion research and clinical training and education. Focus/Emphasis: Whiplash, headaches, TMJ/TMD, orthopedic manual therapy, sports injuries, and tendonitis. Personal quote: “To obtain optimal whole life fitness, we need to have a healthy cardio-pulmonary, neuro-vascular, musculo-skeletal and connective tissue system. Success in this field means taking an individual and transforming them through our talents and skills and giving them the knowledge, enthusiasm, and ability to be fit for life. The most important thing we can do as health and wellness professionals are to always strive for the best with long-lasting results.” |
 | Jeff Schroder, PT, MPTEducation: BA in Biology, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA; MPT Master of Physical Therapy (summa cum laude), St. Ambrose University, Davenport, IA; Currently pursuing DPT, Des Moines University, Des Moines, IA Member: American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Orthopedic Section of the APTA, Illinois Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) Focus/Emphasis: Manual therapy, orthopedics, ACL rehab, clinical research, sports medicine, patient and staff education, interest in cultural diversity within the field, ability to see Spanish-speaking clients. Personal quote: “While I’m driven to improve my skill set and base of knowledge as a therapist, I find no greater pleasure than interacting with people from all walks of life. It’s wonderful to be able to bring the two together to make a real difference in people’s lives.” |
 | Sheila King, OTR/L, CHTEducation: BS in Occupational Therapy (cum laude), University of Puget Sound, Tacoma, WA Member: American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA), American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT), Illinois Occupational Therapy Association (IOTA), National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy (NBCOT) Focus/Emphasis: Hand therapy and upper extremity rehabilitation, treats injured musicians and provides injury prevention techniques to musicians Interests: Swimming, running, biking, and playing the piano. Personal quote: “Each of us is uniquely created to do a variety of things in life. We manifest these activities with our hands. When injury, disease or illness interfere with the use of our hands it is devastating. I count it a privilege and an honor to be a part of the healing process to assist people back to the highest level of function possible.” “Doing is becoming…Becoming is fulfilling…A fulfilled life is a life of purpose.” |
 | J. T. Park, PT, DPT, MTCEducation: BS in Biology, University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, Urbana, IL; MS in Physical Therapy, Governors State University, University Park, IL; DPT Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, St. Augustine, FL Certification: Manual Therapy Certified (MTC) University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, St. Augustine, FL Member: American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Orthopedic section of the APTA, Illinois Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) Focus/Emphasis: Orthopedics, spine, and manual therapy Personal quote: “As a physical therapist I take great pride in assisting people return to the capabilities that they once had. At Mettler, I am a part of a dedicated team of therapists that have the compassion, care, and knowledge to work towards the same goal.” |
 | Christine Schutt, PT, MPTEducation: BS in Biology, University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, Urbana, IL; MPT Master of Physical Therapy, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA Member: American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Orthopedic section of the APTA, Illinois Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) Focus/Emphasis: Manual therapy, orthopedics, exercise education, patient education, stress and posture education, back, neck, shoulder, hip, knee (including ACL) and ankle therapy (both post-surgical and injury) Personal quote: “As a physical therapist I am able to use my skills to help people relieve pain and restore function after an injury or surgery. I strongly believe in patient education to enable the patient to help themselves as much as possible. I am fortunate to work at Mettler with a dedicated team of knowledgeable therapists all striving to help people be the best they can be. One of the great things about my job is that I get to meet and interact with new people all of the time.” |
 | Megan R Vlasic, PT, DPTEducation: BS in Kinesiology, University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana, Urbana, IL; DPT at Governors State University, University Park, IL Member: American Physical Therapy Association (APTA), Illinois Physical Therapy Association (IPTA) Focus/Emphasis: Orthopedics, manual therapy, ACL rehab, shoulder and neck rehab, knee and ankle rehab Interests: Spending time with my husband and family, Facebook-ing, exercising, collecting recipes and then never making them Personal quote: “It amazes me how much the way we live day to day, affects our physical bodies. And in turn, our physical body affects our day-to-day life. I am blessed to be able to assist clients in restoring their physical bodies to an improved level of function so that they can again enjoy the day-to-day.” |
