Staff
Laura Zaranski - M.S., L.Ac.
Title
Clinic Director / Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Biology with a concentration in Anatomy/Physiology, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California.
- Master of Science of Oriental Medicine, Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, Chicago, Il.
Experience & certifications
- Clinical internship and educational training, University of Guangzhou, China
- National Board Certified Acupuncturist
- Indiana State Licensed Acupuncturist to Indiana State Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.)
- Master Herbalist with over 20 years of experience in Western and Eastern Herbalism.
- Specialized training in Japanese moxabustion and Korean Hand Acupuncture (sooji)
- Guest speaker for many national and local organizations/schools
Hobbies
Ultimate Frisbee, disc golf, kayaking, skiing, yoga, and anything to do with water!
Fun fact about me
I played in the 1993 World Flying Disc Federation Championships and the 1994 National Ultimate Frisbee Championships with the Chicago Women’s team. We took 3rd in Nationals.
Philosophy
Practice what you preach and eat organic.
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the Horse
Angela Stuber - L.Ac.
Title
Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Education
- Master of Science in Oriental Medicine, Bastyr University, Kenmore, WA
- Bachelor of Science in Health Fitness Promotion and Rehabilitation, Central Michiogan University, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Experience & certifications
- National Board Certified Acupuncturist (NCCAOM)
- Indiana State Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.)
- Specialist in Face Rejuvenation—trained with Mary Elizabeth Wakefield
Hobbies
Scuba Diving, Camping, Weight Training, Travel, Boating
Fun fact about me
I traveled on a cruise ship through the Carribean and Mediterranean as an on-board acupuncturist.
Philosophy
Our thoughts become reality
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the Rooster
Denise Lilly - CMT
Title
Certified Massage Therapist/Acupuncture Assistant
Education
- Massage Therapy Program, American Certified Massage School , Valparaiso, In.
Experience & certifications
- CMNT—Certified Massage Therpaist
- Professional Member of ABAMP
- Certified in Aromatherapy
- Training in Chinese Accessory Techniques Including Gua Sha, Cupping, & Moxabustion at East Wind Acupuncture, Chesterton, IN
Hobbies
Dancing, mountain climbing, hiking with my son, comedy
Fun fact about me
I worked for Jam Productions as a production assistant and met a lot of musicians and I’m addicted to bingo!
Philosophy
Live well, Love much, Laugh often
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the Snake
David Cowan - R.N., CMT
Title
Nurse-NeuroSomatic Therapist, Qigong Master, Hawaiian Lomi-Lomi Practitioner
Education
- Associate Degree in Applied Nursing Science, Purdue University.
- St John Neuromuscular Training Seminars, Largo, Fl.
- Klose Training Foundation, Boulder, CO.
- Chi-Lel Medical Qigong Center, Rocklin, CA
Experience & certifications
- National Board Certified Holistic Nurse
- Certified Neuromuscular Therapist
- Certified Lymphedema Therapist
- Certified Chi-Lel Qigong Instructor Level I & II
- Lomi-Lomi Lineage through Auntie Margaret Machado of Big Island Hawaii
- National Presenter on Alternative Healing
- Member of American Holistic Nurses Association Since 1997
Hobbies
Jazz Musician, Persussionist, Writer, Poet, Singer-Songwriter, Visual Artist, Juggler, Sound Healer
Fun fact about me
9 Grandchildren!
Philosophy
Be the change you wish to see in the world.
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the Dog
Gena Gaerte
Title
Front Desk / Scheduling
Education
- Graduate Elkhart Central High School
- College courses, Indiana University South Bend
Experience
- Bookkeeping, Templin’s Music Store, Elkhart, In.
- Manager, Yesterday’s Food & Spirits, Granger, In.
- Office Manager, 4 T Door Systems & Lycro Products
Hobbies
Anything to do with water…sailing, boating, playing on the beach, Photography, riding my bike for leisure…no marathons for me!
Fun fact about me
I worked as a talent scout for 3 years in L.A. with a man who is HUGE in the industry. I listened to local music talents and reported back to him. It was a blast!
Philosophy
“What comes around goes around”, “You reap what you sow”, “Karma”, Call it what you want but I believe it’s very true.
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the Sheep
Mark Zaranski - Ph.D
Title
Client Education/Acupuncture Assistant
Education
- Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry, University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC.
- Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, Houghton College, Houghton, NY
- Current Student of Chinese Medicine, Midwest College of Oriental Medicine, Chicago, IL.
Experience & certifications
- Client Education, Case Management at East Wind Acupuncture
- Rustic Furniture craftsman-Hearthwoods
- Environmental Chemistry Lab Director-Coast to Coast Analytical
- Sooji-korean hand acupuncture
- Training in Chinese Accessory Techniques including guasha, cupping and moxabustion, East Wind Acupuncture, Chesterton, IN
Hobbies
Trimaran racing/sailing, disc golf, reading, cooking, ultimate Frisbee
Fun fact about me
I’ve won the Chicago Mac 3 times: 1994, 2001 & 2006
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the Dog
Andrea Hunter
Title
New Client Intake Specialist/Acupuncture Assistant
Education
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology with a concentration in early childhood development, Indiana University, Bloomington
- Shiatsu/Anma Therapy, Shiatsu Massage School of California
Experience & Certifications
- Consultations and case management at East Wind Acupuncture, Chesterton, IN
- Training in Chinese Accessory Techniques including guasha, cupping and moxabustion, East Wind Acupuncture, Chesterton, IN
Hobbies
Reading, writing poetry and children's books, playing piano, gardening.
Fun fact about me
I attended the Hollywood premiere of Vanilla Sky and got to "walk the red carpet" and attend the after-party…(one of the perks of my nanny job while I lived in L.A.!) I also went on two summer tours with the legendary rock band Heart.
Philosophy
Take time to understand what is going on in the minds and hearts of those you encounter.
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the snake.
Liz Kelchak
Title
Acupuncture Assistant
Education
- Chesterton High School graduate 2008
- Current Student, Purdue North Central, Michigan City, In. (aspiring to attend Chinese medicine school, Pacific College of Oriental Medicine, Chicago, Il in 2010)
Experience & certifications
- Training in Chinese accessory techniques including guasha, cupping & moxabustion at East Wind Acupuncture, Chesterton, In.
Hobbies
Photography, Hiking, Disc Golf, Snowboarding, Writing, & Exercise
Fun fact about me
I a a black belt in Tae Kwon Do
Philosophy
Live everyday like there’s no tomorrow
Chinese astrological sign
Year of the Horse
