Clinic Director

Dr. Schuler is both a locally and nationally recognized expert in the field of natural health and metabolism. He is a frequently sought out expert teaching to physicians and other healthcare providers, often interviewed for radio and magazines, and consulted by leaders in the industry. He has been a featured guest of Rochester General Hospital (New York), Primal Diet Modern Health, Doctor Health Radio, Let’s Get Healthy with Bill Swail, Good News Health Show, Healthy Choices, and Five to Thrive Live as well as Men’s Fitness and Strategy magazines and lectures on behalf of Natural Health International. Dr. Schuler’s face may be familiar from the national airing of the MyPillow and MyPillow Premium 30 minute television commercials.

Dr. Schuler is a board-certified nutrition specialist and functional medicine practitioner with a profound curiosity about why one medicine heals one person with a condition but not another with the very same condition. For you, the patient, he brings experience from all facets of natural medicine including advanced nutritional laboratory analysis to connect you to the proper course of care.

• • Masters of Science in Human Nutrition and Botanical Medicine, University of Bridgeport
• • Licensed Nutritionist, Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
• • Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists
• • Diploma in Clinical Acupuncture, Northwestern Health Sciences University
• • Doctor of Chiropractic, Northwestern Health Sciences University
• • Diplomate, American Board of Functional Medicine
• • Instructor, School of Applied Clinical Nutrition, New York Chiropractic College
• • Chief Scientific Advisor and Chairman, Scientific Advisory Board, Evolving Nutrition
• • Director of Medical Education, Natural Health International
• • Medical Author, Emerson Ecologics
• • Member, Paleo Physicians Network
• • Member, Primal Docs
• • Member, American College of Nutrition
• • Member, American Nutrition Association
• • Member, Institute for Functional Medicine
• • Member, National Association of Nutrition Professionals
• • Member, National Academy of Sports Medicine

Dr. Bonikowske has completed extensive post-graduate training in Functional Medicine and is a graduate of Functional Medicine University with over 200 hours of training. His passion is facilitating healing through functional medicine to promote vibrant health. He has treated thousands of patients with metabolic imbalances using individualized care plans, nutrition, and natural medicine. Dr. Bonikowske has widespread knowledge and experience utilizing advanced laboratory testing to determine the true underlying cause of disease.

Dr. Bonikowske brings his small town work ethic and Midwestern roots to Metabolic Treatment Center. Raised in Wisconsin and completing his pre-med and graduate studies at University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire and Northwestern Health Sciences University respectively, Dr. Bonikowske refuses to allow poor or incomplete client care. While named diseases and conditions are helpful shortcuts between practitioners working with the same patient, mysterious sets of symptoms and signs or conditions that have not been resolved through the standard of care is what wakes up Dr. Bonikowske in the morning. He is also an advocate for the use of natural medicines, food, exercise, and nutrients used in conjunction with typical medications.

• • Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists
• • Licensed Nutritionist, Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
• • Certified Functional Medicine Practitioner
• • Doctor of Chiropractic, Northwestern Health Sciences University
• • Adjunct Clinical Faculty, Northwestern Health Sciences University
• • Completed Dr. Robert Rakowski’s Comprehensive Nutrition course
• • Member, Paleo Physicians Network
• • Member, Primal Docs
• • Member, American Nutrition Association
• • Member, National Academy of Sports Medicine

Dr. Oswald has extensive functional medicine training, studying at both Functional Medicine University and the Kalish Research Institute. With the further studies and years of clinical experience Dr. Oswald has developed a focus on those suffering from chronic disease. With the use of functional diagnostics he has developed a highly effective approach to support those struggling with weight gain, fatigue, depression, pelvic and low back pain, and gastro-intestinal problems.

Though this approach Dr. Oswald is able to provide highly customized care for those suffering from chronic health problems. He realizes that the same symptom in two different people could be two completely different problems and everyone receives treatment customized to their biochemical individuality. He has a true belief that when someone’s body is given exactly what is needed, the body has the innate ability to heal, regardless of malady. Treatment options that are considered for all patients include; specific nutrition, diet modification, exercise, manual therapies, and healthy stress management.

• • Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists
• • Doctor of Chiropractic, Northwestern Health Sciences University
• • Member, American Chiropractic Association
• • Member, Institute for Functional Medicine
• • Member, Paleo Physicians Network
• • Member, Primal Docs
• • Member, American College of Nutrition
• • Medical Educator, Emerson Ecologics

Kim Thompson is a Certified Nutrition Specialist and the founder of Healthy Transformations. Following a car accident in 2002, Kim’s passion for improving health began. Her experience with traditional medicine to help her recover provided little relief so she explored alternative medicine options. As a firm believer that “everything happens for a reason”, she feels that her auto accident led her to her true calling in life: to help people improve their health through lifestyle medicine.

In clinical practice, Kim empowers clients with a variety of diseases to take control of their health through lifestyle choices. She works one-on-one with clients, either in person or through phone consultations as well as conducts group sessions. She specializes in functional medicine nutrition helping clients achieve optimal health with proper food choices, exercise and stress management. She speaks for corporations and organizations on a variety of health topics and is a featured guest and Nutrition Specialist for WKTV (New York).

With an ongoing love of learning, Kim continues to build her Functional Medicine knowledge and will be part of the first graduating class from the Institute for Functional Medicine in 2013.

• • Master’s of Science in Applied Clinical Nutrition, New York Chiropractic College
• • Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists
• • Master’s of Business Administration, Utica College
• • Certified Life Coach, Coach Training Alliance
• • Certified First Line Therapy Lifestyle Educator, Metagenics, Inc.
• • Part-Time Instructor, Utica School of Commerce, Medical Department
• • Adjunct Instructor, Mohawk Valley Community College
• • Medical Educator, Natural Health International
• • Member, New York Nutrition Association
• • Member, Institute for Functional Medicine
• • Member, The International and American Association of Clinical Nutritionists
• • Member, National Association of Nutrition Professionals

Stephanie Greunke is a registered dietitian with a holistic approach to wellness. She has a master’s degree in nutrition and health promotion, a certification in holistic wellness, and a personal training certification. Stephanie sees patients locally and around the world through phone and Skype consults. She also works with Natural Health International as a Clinical Sales Consultant educating doctors about natural approaches to health, including hormone balancing. Her primary passion is women’s health focusing on fertility issues, optimizing health during pregnancy, and supporting women through their transition into menopause. Additionally, Stephanie teaches a health promotion course at UCLA.

Stephanie enjoys educating her clients about all facets of health such as restorative sleep, efficient exercise, whole foods nutrition, stress management, the psychology of food, and the importance of social connectedness. Her background in psychology and health promotion allows her to investigate the deep rooted issues that may serve as barriers to behavior change. She works with her clients to develop an individualized program suited to their needs and desires. Empowering individuals to take responsibility for their lifestyle choices through knowledge, skills, and the right attitude are the key concepts of her approach.

• • Master of Science in Nutrition and Health Promotion, Mississippi State University
• • Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science, University of Wisconsin – Green Bay
• • Whole Health Educator®, National Institute of Whole Health
• • Clinical Sales Consultant, Natural Health International
• • Member, Paleo Physicians Network
• • Member, Primal Docs
• • Member, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
• • Member, National Academy of Sports Medicine
• • Member, Natural Baby Pros

Dr. Rinehart grew up in a single parent family and experienced firsthand the effects of food insecurity. He has watched close family members be grossly mismanaged by the existing health system and is determined to “lead the change”, one patient at a time. He has devoted his life and career to the study of functional health and advanced laboratory testing & analysis.

Dr. Rinehart began his education with a self-designed major in “Social Issues and Health” and co-authored a textbook chapter in the Handbook of Diet, Behavior, and Nutrition entitled “Dietary Behavioral Mechanisms in Times of Economic Restraint”. His background in sociology gives him a unique perspective on health and disease by helping him appreciate the web-like interactions of the human body and a focus on the upstream “causes” of dysfunction in the human body, not the downstream “effects”.

• • Masters of Science in Applied Clinical Nutrition, New York Chiropractic College
• • Certified Clinical Nutritionist, Clinical Nutrition Certification Board
• • Certified Nutrition Specialist, Certification Board for Nutrition Specialists
• • Certified Graston Technique Provider
• • Doctor of Chiropractic, New York Chiropractic College
• • Director of Clinical Education, Med-Chem Laboratories
• • Consultant, Zenfully Delicious
• • Member, International and American Associations of Clinical Nutritionists

Dr. Davakos is uniquely qualified as both a chiropractic and naturopathic physician. Her passion for natural medicine is driven by her desire to empower individuals on their journey to health. While considering medicine as a career choice, she wanted to learn more about how to uncover the cause of illness and also how to prevent it. This curiosity is what led her to dedicate her professional life to natural medicine and to helping people understand their bodies and the lifestyle, environmental and nutritional factors that contribute to their dis-ease.

Dr. Davakos is a former lecturer at a premier integrative medicine school and also writer and educator for the natural products industry. Her casual demeanor and open heart make her a very approachable doctor. She is a specialist in naturopathic medicine, clinical nutrition, as well as herbal and homeopathic remedies.

Christina is a Licensed Nutritionist and has been in the field of nutrition for eleven years, consulting and teaching individuals and families towards better health. She has been a sought after speaker for various venues due to her ability to present nutrition in a way that challenges people to examine the choices they are making and empowers them to make necessary lifestyle changes to positively influence their health.

As Christina works with clients and families she is able to take a look at what is going on with their health and use nutrition in a way that address imbalances in their bodies. She is passionate about educating her clients and giving them the tools they need to be successful every step of the way.

• • Masters of Science in Human Nutrition, University of Bridgeport
• • Licensed Nutritionist, Minnesota Board of Dietetics and Nutrition Practice
• • Campus Nutritionist, Bethel University
• • Staff Nutritionist, UpLift Guided Fitness for Women
• • Founder, Practical Nutrition, Inc.

Amy Medling, CHC, is the founder of PCOS Diva.com, an online resource dedicated to helping women understand and manage the symptoms associated with Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS). She studied holistic nutrition at the Institute of Integrative Nutrition and is a Certified Health Coach. Diagnosed with PCOS 12 years ago, Amy thought she found relief when her doctor prescribed Metformin and the birth control pill. Instead of relief, she felt trapped inside a body that rejected these artificial treatments. This is when her Diva journey began. She moved from a “why me?” self-pity state to a place of empowerment that ultimately led her to becoming a “PCOS Diva”. Her dedication and research produced a proven treatment plan that uses whole food, natural remedies, supplements, exercise, self-care, positive thinking and stress reduction to relieve and control PCOS symptoms.

Amy’s goal is to coach other women with PCOS, to find a body, mind and spirit balance that will have them proclaiming, “I’m a PCOS Diva too!”