Tammy brings to her position at Midwest Orthopaedics at Rush extensive experience with athletic injury evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation. She is also adept at designing and implementing strength and conditioning programs through the accurate identification of predisposing injury factors.

Since 1993, Tammy has operated a health and fitness business that specialized in athletic training. She has worked with the Illinois Gymnastics Institute, the AVP Pro Beach Volleyball Tour, and with the Chicago Fire instructing exercise and stretching programs and performing massage therapy. She also served as the Team Massage Therapist for the Woman's National Soccer Team in 2000.

In 2005,Tammy developed the Athletic Training Outreach Program (ATOP), a service that provides free athletic training/injury assistance to a variety youth and adult sports clubs. Tammy also an ART certified therapist and sees patients at the Orthopedic Building, 1611 W. Harrison St.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Performs patient histories and physical examinations
• ART evaluations and treatments
• Develops exercise programs for rehabilitation and prevention
• Develops patient educational programs
• Performs functional/performance testing

Education

Elmhurst College, Elmhurst, Illinois

• Bachelors of Science in Physical Education specializing in Athletic Training

Chicago School of Massage Therapy, Chicago, Illinois

• Massage Therapy Certificate

Professional Certifications and Licenses

• ART Full Body Certified
• Athletic Trainer Certified/Licensed
• Licensed Massage Therapist, State of Illinois
• Certified CPR and First Aid, American Red Cross
• National Safety Certification, USA Gymnastics

Professional Memberships

• National Academy of Sports Medicine
• Illinois Athletic Trainers Association
• American Massage Therapy Association

Tammy has office hours at the following location:

Orthopedic Building at Rush