Meet our Staff
Dr. Amelia W. Case
Chiropractic Doctor, Chief of Staff
Dr. Case, the Chief of Staff of Universal Health Institute, is a nationally recognized Chiropractic Physician who has championed drug-free, non-surgical healthcare treatment for more than 18 years. Dr. Case is a renowned teacher, having lectured before numerous graduate classes at chiropractic colleges. She has lectured, as well, at colleges and universities in Belgium, France and Italy. ”Health begins with communication” says Dr. Case. “The doctor has to help patients ask the kind of questions that lead to the resolution of their conditions and problems.” This challenge continues to motivate Dr. Case. ”When people realize what's possible” she says, “good and bad, and that they have the chance to effect the outcome, their perspective changes." That's where healing begins.
"I must admit that I personally measure success in terms of the contributions an individual makes to her or his fellow human beings.” - Margaret Mead
Dr. Case is available for adjusting Monday and Wednesday afternoons; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday mornings; and evenings Monday through Thursday. Special, longer appointment times are available throughout the week for new and existing patients.
Dr. Raymond Manasia
Chiropractic Doctor, Clinical Staff Manager
Dr. Manasia attended the City College of New York where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Technology. He then continued his studies at National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, IL, where he completed a Bachelor's in Human Biology and his Doctor of Chiropractic. Dr. Manasia has extensive experience in the chiropractic field having owned his own clinic for ten years. His interests include photography, travel, and glass.
Dr. Ray is available Monday - Thursday, 11am-7pm, and Friday and Saturday mornings.
Dr. Edwin Soriano, MD
Medical Doctor
Dr. Soriano is available weekends.
Sabrina Keck, DPT
Physical Therapist
Sabrina recently completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Saint Louis University. She enjoys treating a variety of conditions associated with pain (both acute and chronic), poor movement patterns, and problems with weakness or balance. Her philosophy is to find out what is most important to her patients and work with them to create a plan of care that can be worked into their lives. Sabrina also enjoys exploring the urban environment around her and discovering what the city has to offer.
Sabrina is available Monday through Thursday and alternating Friday and Saturdays.
Maggie Rolfes, L.Ac., Dipl.OM
Acupuncturist
Maggie is a state licensed and board-certified acupuncturist and herbalist with a Masters of Science in Traditional Oriental Medicine from Pacific College of Oriental Medicine. Helping patients overcome pain and manage chronic medical conditions is the heart of Maggie's practice. Through the skilled and thoughtful application of acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, herbal therapies, and Chi Nei Tsang abdominal massage, Maggie provides patients with compassionate and effective treatment for a wide variety of health concerns. From pain, seasonal allergies, and digestive difficulties to fertility and fatigue, Maggie can help you treat the source of illness and disease, not just the symptoms.
Maggie is available Monday through Wednesday and select Fridays and Saturdays.
Alan Salmi, LCSW
Life Counselor, Astrotherapist
Alan Salmi holds Bachelor's and Master's degrees from the University of Michigan, but often puts them down to do other things. He has further training in hypnosis, mind and body issues, brief solution-oriented psychotherapy, and NeuroLinguistic Programming. He has worked in medical areas for over 20 years and brings that experience to the service of UHI patients who need help with change in their lives. In his spare time, he learns the Finnish language, practices martial arts, and reads too much.
Alan is available for sessions that help UHI patients deal with the emotional factors in their injuries and other life changes that happen to adults. He is especially interested in integrating people's spiritual viewpoints into their life's challenges. "UHI gives me a chance to work with a great team that sees the client as a whole person with multiple ways to help people through life's challenges."
“I refuse to tiptoe carefully through life, only to arrive safely at my grave.” -Alan Salmi
Alan is available Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday afternoons and evenings, and Saturday mornings.
Rebecca Furlano, LMT
CranioSacral Therapist
Rebecca's philosophy for patient care is that "Each person has a unique pattern and rhythm within his or her own body that holds the key to optimum health. It is through listening, honoring and observing this pattern that individuals are able to reconnect with his or her own potency, which means a rich, pain-free life." Rebecca graduated with a degree in English Literature from St. Norbert College in DePere, WI in 2005. By studying the great works of authors such as James Joyce, T.S. Eliot, and William Faulkner, Rebecca became familiar with the power of the human mind to affect the human body. To further this mind body interest, Rebecca chose to complete her Professional Massage Therapy Practitioner degree at the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts in Tempe, Arizona. Within her massage therapy training, she was introduced to CranioSacral Therapy (CST). By practicing CST, Rebecca has been able to express her creativity through connecting the mind and the body. She specialized in CST in 2006 and has been practicing in a medical setting ever since. Rebecca is currently studying the art of Chiropractic and in her final year at the National University of Health Sciences.
“Yield and overcome; bend and be straight. Empty out and be full; wear out and be renewed.” Verse 22 of the Tao Te Ching
Rebecca is available select Saturday mornings, for current patients only.
Lillian Irene Lovas
Energy Therapist
Lillian has been a practitioner of Western and Eastern modalities of healing and thinking for over 30 years. Her experience in a two-year Fellowship at the Department of Preventive Medicine at Northwestern stimulated her thinking into co-creating with the client their desire for health and healing before disease sets in and becomes an identity. With this in mind, she has pursued trainings including, and not limited to, the certifications noted here. She is a certified master practitioner and Health Practitioner of NLP, certified Yoga instructor, and certified master practitioner and teacher of the Yuen Method of Chinese Energetic Medicine. Lillian is passionate about helping to develop and evolve her client-focused and solution- oriented healing practice. The non-touch, non-invasive energy techniques Lillian integrates work at levels to assist the relief of physical, mental, or emotional pain.
Energy Therapy works well with, and supports, the other healing modalities provided here at Universal Health Institute. Lillian looks forward to working with you and supporting your goals toward well-being and the life you want to lead.
"You only have to discard the belief that it is impossible." - Dr. Kam Yuen
Lillian is available Monday and Tuesday afternoons and evenings, and Friday mornings.
John Maley, LMT
Massage Therapist
John brings with him over 15 years of massage therapy experience. His extensive knowledge of massage therapy allows him to educate patients interested in maximizing their body and muscle care potential. He also prides himself on his knowledge and experience in the field of ergonomics - both in the home and work environments. "I have found clients extremely receptive in learning how to avoid past behavior that has caused them damage or discomfort." John is visually impaired and has a service dog named Cash. If you are allergic to dogs, or would like Cash to remain outside the room, please let the front desk staff know and we will accommodate your requests.
John is available Monday and Wednesday evenings and Friday and Saturday mornings.
Hector Gonzales, DN, LMT
Doctor of Naprapathy, Massage Therapist
Dr. Hector is a Visceral Manipulation Teaching Assistant who is also trained in CranioSacral Therapy, Lymphatic Drainage Techniques, and Zero Balancing to work toward optimal healing with each patient.
Dr. Hector is available Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday.
Robert (Robe) Zelesko, LMT
Massage Therapist, Physical Therapy Aid
Robe is a graduate of the SOMA institute. The basis of his treatment revolves around fascial and trigger point work with active release techniques used to re-engage the affected muscles. "I love to work with athletes, chronic pain patients, and patients with headaches." Robe incorporates muscle energy techniques and stretching with all of his patients. Having worked with hundreds of pre/post natal patients, he is also skilled in pelvic floor, lymphatic drainage, and breathing disorders. "I have been working as the assistant to the Physical Therapists at UHI for the last two years and have enjoyed it so much that I am currently enrolled at Northwestern University, seeking to achieve a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. I look forward to seeing you and helping you understand your body better."
Robe is available Monday thru Thursday
Administrative Staff
Elizabeth Villanueva
Practice Manager
Elizabeth has been working in health care for the past 16 years. She started as a medical assistant, later switching to the administrative side of health care.
She has nine years experience in chiropractic and physical therapy. She also has several years of experience in other medical specialties including preventive medical rehabilitation, OB/GYN, oncology, and outpatient ambulatory facilites.
Elizabeth brings great enthusiasm to our office and loves working with outpatient services. She is also a big fan of natural health care and has been a long time advocate and patient of chiropractic! When she's not at the office, she enjoys reading, participating in outdoor sports, and riding her bike.
You'll find Elizabeth in the office Monday-Friday handling the day-to-day duties of running the office.
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