Donna Alderman, DO
Donna Alderman, DO is a graduate of Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, where she received her Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition. She completed her pre-med requirements at the University of California, San Diego in La Jolla and attended medical school at the Western University of Health Science in Pomona, California where she received the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree. Dr. Alderman completed her internship in family medicine at Pacific Hospital of Long Beach, and is a member of the American Academy of Orthopedic Medicine. She has been a clinical instructor for students at the Family Practice clinic residency program for Pacific Hospital of Long Beach, and does clinical training for premedical students from University of California, Berkeley. Dr. Alderman has also done numerous postdoctorate courses in Prolotherapy and uses it daily in her practice at Hemwall Family Medical Center, 1740 Broadview Dr., Glendale, CA 91208; Tel: 818.957.3000; www.thefamilydr.com.
Glen M. Batson, DC
Glen M. Batson, DC received his Doctorate in Chiropractic from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. Upon graduation, Dr. Batson has lectured and taught Chiropractic procedures and video-flouroscopic imaging through the continuing education department of Palmer College. Dr. Batson developed and sponsored the video fluoroscopic imaging certification course through Palmer College certifying Doctors of Chiropractic in the protocol and interpretation of video fluoroscopic spinal motion imaging. Dr. Batson is certified in video fluoroscopy imaging, radiographic imaging, chiropractic manipulative procedures, and physiotherapy. Dr. Batson has been in private practice in Illinois since 1988 specializing in specific spinal analysis and manipulation. Dr. Batson may be reached at his office in Willowbrook, Illinois at 630.323.1181 or by e-mail at backbonedr@aol.com.
Christopher J. Centeno, MD
Christopher J. Centeno, MD is a double boarded certified physician in both Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation as well Pain Medicine. He is the medical director of The Centeno-Schultz Clinic. Dr. Centeno earned his MD from the University of South Florida and completed his residency at the Institute for Rehabilitation Research, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Baylor College of Medicine. He is a founding member and medical director of the International Cellular Medicine Society. Through ICMS, Dr. Centeno has worked with other stem cell experts to produce International Guidelines for stem cell use as well as an International Re-implantation Registry. Dr. Centeno published the world’s first clinical case reports on the use of mesenchymal stem cells in orthopedic patients. He has cared for thousands of patients in chronic pain and has authored over 20 medical publications that are indexed in the US national library of medicine. He has also treated hundreds of patients with Prolotherapy. Dr. Centeno may be reached at 403 Summit Blvd, Suite 201, Broomfield, CO 80021; Tel: 303.429.6448; www.centenoschultzclinic.com.
Gary B. Clark, MD, MPA
Gary B. Clark, MD, MPA is currently the Medical Director of the Center for Healing Injury and Pain and Boulder Prolotherapy in Boulder, Colorado. Dr. Clark earned a BA and MD from University of Colorado, interned in Pediatrics at Yale-New Haven Hospital; and completed his residency and board certification in Pathology and Neuropathology at Walter Reed Army Medical Center and Armed Forces Institute of Pathology. Dr. Clark also earned a Masters Degree in Public Administration with Special Study in Organizational Development at George Washington University. He retired from the US Army in 1991 after 23 years of active duty. To contact Dr. Clark: 1790 30th Street, Suite 230, Boulder, Colorado 80301; Tel: 303.444.5131; www.doctorclark.com.
Chris Ferrigno, MS, PT
Chris Ferrigno is a physical therapist in Chicago, Illinois where he works in outpatient orthopedics. He received his Masters of Physical Therapy in 1999 from the Medical College of Georgia and his Bachelors of Science in Education in 1995 from the University of Georgia. Chris is an avid athlete. His athletic accomplishments include finishing the Ironman Triathlon and winning Team Gauntlet’s “Athlete of the Year” in 2007.
Jörn Funck, MD
Dr. Funck grew up in Luebeck, Germany. After receiving his M.D. from the University of Hamburg in 1968 he completed his trauma surgery and orthopedic surgeon training in Hannover and Braunschweig, Germany. After finishing his clinical education he left the operating branch and switched to muscoloskeletal medicine, as well as manual therapy, opening his own private office in Luebeck in 1975. In Bremen, Germany, Dr. Funck took up studies in orthopedic medicine, focusing on Cyriax diagnosis and treatment of soft tissues. He studied manual therapy with Prof. Tilscher from Vienna who first introduced him to Prolotherapy for low back pain patients. From 2000 to 2006 Dr. Funck has treated 1500 cases with Prolotherapy. He was successful in 88.3 % of them. Dr. Funck may be reached at Fackenburger Allee 22-24 23554 Lübeck, Germany; Tel: 0451.411.20; www.proliferationstherapie.de.
Marion A. Hauser, MS, RD
Marion A. Hauser, MS, RD received her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition from University of Illinois and her Master of Science in Nutrition and dietetic internship from Eastern Illinois University. Marion is the CEO of Caring Medical and Rehabilitation Services in Oak Park, Illinois and owner of Beulah Land Nutritionals. As a registered dietitian, Marion is also a well-known speaker and writer on a variety of topics related to natural medicine and nutrition. Marion has recently released “The Hauser Diet: A Fresh Look at Healthy Living.” Marion co-authored the national best seller entitled “Prolo Your Pain Away! Curing Chronic Pain with Prolotherapy” along with a four-book mini series of Prolotherapy books, as well as a comprehensive sports book discussing the use of Prolotherapy for sports injuries. Marion Hauser may be reached at 715 Lake St. Suite 600, Oak Park, IL 60301; Tel: 708.848.7789; www.caringmedical.com.
Ross A. Hauser, MD
Ross A. Hauser, MD received his undergraduate degree from University of Illinois. He graduated from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago and did his residency at Loyola/Hines VA in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Hauser is the Medical Director of Caring Medical and Rehabilitation Services in Oak Park, Illinois and is passionate about Prolotherapy and natural medicine. Dr. Hauser and his wife Marion, have written seven books on Prolotherapy, including the national best seller “Prolo Your Pain Away! Curing Chronic Pain with Prolotherapy,” now in its third edition, along with a four-book topical mini series of Prolotherapy books. He also spearheaded the writing of a 900-page epic sports book that discusses the use of Prolotherapy for sports injuries, “Prolo Your Sports Injuries Away! Curing Sports Injuries and Enhancing Athletic Performance with Prolotherapy.” Dr. Hauser may be reached at 715 Lake St., Suite 600, Oak Park, IL 60301; Tel: 708.848.7789; www.caringmedical.com.
Rodney S. Van Pelt, MD
Rodney S. Van Pelt, MD received his medical degree from Loma Linda University Medical School and completed his family practice residency in Florida. He practiced family medicine for several years until falling in love with the specialty of Orthopedic Medicine which uses all the different modalities for pain with conservative treatments. Dr. Van Pelt then received specialized training in the Cyriax technique of Orthopedic Medicine, taking some of his training in Oxford, England. He is one of the few American physicians who is a member of the Society of Orthopedic Medicine of London, England. Dr. Van Pelt practices full time Prolotherapy in northern California. Dr. Van Pelt may be contacted at Orthopedic Wellness Center Plaza Del Sol, 776 S State St., Ukiah, CA 95482; Tel: 707.463.1782; www.sfpmg.com.
