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Chiropractors
Nutrition experts
Acupuncturists
Massage Therapists
Physical Therapists
Nutrition Therapist
Paula C. Schnurman, R.D.
www.thinnerwisdom.com
Paula C. Schnurman is a Registered Dietitian with a Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Dayton, who completed her Dietetic Internship at the Medical College of Virginia Hospitals, Richmond Virginia. Paula is an active member of the American Dietetic Association, the Virginia Dietetic Association, the Richmond Dietetic Association, and a member of the National Eating Disorders Association.
Paula’s most recent work experience includes providing consultative expertise in the areas of integrative and behavioral health and wellness. Paula has a private practice in Richmond titled “Thinner Wisdom” where she coaches clients in life balance, behavioral change for weight management, and evidence based approaches to nutrition in prevention and chronic disease management.
The Commission on Dietetic Registration recognizes Paula for her certification and completion of training in Adult Weight Management, and Child and Adolescent Weight Management. She brings over 25 years of experience in providing Medical Nutrition Therapy for adults, adolescents, and families, in her collaborative work with healthcare professionals throughout the Richmond area.
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Physical Therapists
Andrew J. Symula, DPT
Graduating from New York's Ithaca College in 1997, Andrew received his masters in physical therapy from one of the top programs in the country. For the past two years he has continued his education and career at the Chippenham Johnston-Willis outpatient therapy clinic.
Besides focusing on manual therapy, his post-graduate education has included emphasis on functional orthopedics and extremity rehabilitation. Andrew has developed an eclectic hands-on style of treatment, combining soft tissue and joint mobilization, as well as exercise that can be directed towards the acutely injured patient or those suffering from chronic pain.
Aside from his professional career, Andrew is a musician, an avid cyclist, and runner who trains year round. He has realized the benefit of exercise, manipulation and soft tissue mobilization personally, effective for those who have not had results with conventional means. Andrew is excited about the services the Advanced Wellness Centre has to offer and the ability to contribute to such a dynamic clinic. His specialized clinical skills add yet another dimension to our dynamic multidisciplinary practice.
Indrani Agarwal, DPT
Since graduating with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2007, Dr. Agarwal has developed a wide variety of skills while working in various clinical settings. Upon graduation, she gained valuable experience at UVA Healthsouth in Charlottesville, Virginia, where she worked primarily with patients with various neurological conditions including strokes, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and organic brain disorders.
Indrani continued her clinical work at Viriginia Health Rehab in Newport News, Viriginia, where she was able to take on a new avenue of expertise by pursuing outpatient orthopedics and pediatric rehabilitation. Here she further developed her hands-on approach to treatment through soft tissue techniques, joint mobilizations, and advanced therapeutic exercise.
Outside of her career, Indrani enjoys family time, hiking, traveling, cooking, reading, and cheering on her college football team --- Go Hokies! Her passion for helping others shows in her ability to work with her patients and develop a treatment plan that suits their needs and works to improve their quality of life. Indrani is an outstanding addition to the Advanced Wellness Centre's clinical team.
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