Meet the Sandusky Wellness Center Team

Nate Phillips, DC

Dr. Nathan studied at Bowling Green State University-Firelands where his passion for health and wellness continued to grow. He continued his education at Palmer College or Chiropractic- Florida where he graduated from in March of 2020. During his time in school, both undergraduate and chiropractic, Dr. Nathan taught CrossFit classes at a few different gyms. As a result of his love for fitness, he encourages an active lifestyle with his patients.

In his spare time, Dr. Nathan enjoys doing anything sports related, especially golf, and spending time with his wife and kids.

Christin Shafer, PTA

Christin earned her associate degree as a physical therapist assistant from Terra State Community College.
Specialties:
• Kinesio taping
• Sports conditioning
• Joint mobilization
• IASTM
• Manual techniques
• Core strengthening
• Postural corrective techniques

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and kids, getting together with family and friends, drinking iced coffee, and being outdoors.

Dr. Gregg Winnestaffer, D.C.

Dr. Gregg Winnestaffer is a graduate of Ohio University and received his doctorate from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1999.

His chiropractic expertise includes the following techniques:

Activator
Diversified
BioCranial Technique
Sacro-Occipital Technique
Spinal Decompression Therapy
Dr. Winnestaffer’s specialties include:

Pediatrics
Geriatrics
Sports Injuries
Nutrition
Natural Hormone Balancing
Dr. Winnestaffer is a member of the following organizations:

International Chiropractic Association
Ohio State Chiropractic Association
World Chiropractic Alliance
Dr. Winnestaffer and his wife, Melissa, have 4 children: Lucas, Ava, Mya and Eden. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, fishing and boating.

Dr. Ryan Bowerman, DC

Dr. Ryan is a graduate from Ashland University, where he majored in Exercise Science, and from Northeast College of Health Sciences where he completed his doctorate degree in chiropractic. He has a background as a rehab tech where he worked with patients on postural based therapies and developed home exercise programs.

In his free time he enjoys outdoor activities, watching Cleveland sports, and spending time with his wife and family.

Joseph Lewandowski, DPT

Meet our physical therapist, Joe Lewandowski. Joe graduated from Kent State in 2013 for exercise science and in 2016 graduated from Wheeling University’s Doctor of Physical Therapy Program.

He enjoys weight lifting, hiking, and going to Cleveland Indian games. Joe has a wife, son, and dog.

Dr. Susan Graham, MD

Susan is a graduate of University of Toronto and received her medical degree from McMaster University School of Medicine in 1983.

Her expertise in the medical field includes the following:

• Acupuncture
• Adrenal Recovery
• Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy
• Hormonal Support for Weight Loss
• Physical Medicine

Hannah Overmyer

Hannah earned her associates degree as a physical therapist assistant from Terra State Community College.

Specialties:

• Kinesiology taping
• Sports conditioning
• Joint mobilizations
• IASTM
• Modalities
• Postural Corrective Techniques

Hannah is married with two children, and in her spare time she enjoys being with family and friends, traveling, and weightlifting.

Jessica West FNP-C

Jessica has over 14 years of healthcare experience as a registered nurse and 2 as a family nurse practitioner. She received her BSN in nursing from Ohio University and MSN in family practice from Chamberlain University College of Nursing.

Specialties include:

• Management of minor acute episodic conditions via walk in clinic (cough/colds/sore throat,

strains/sprains, sports physicals, ear irrigation etc.)

• Steroid joint injections
• Viscosupplementation knee injections
• Certified BioTe provider providing Bio-identical hormone replacement/optimization

Jessica is married, has 2 children and 2 stepchildren. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with family, reading, biking, hiking, kayaking and playing with her rescue dog Penny.

Ashley Matthes, PTA

Ashley graduated from Heidelberg University in 2006 for athletic training and in 2009 earned her associate degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant from North Central State College.

Specialties:

• Kinesio taping
• Sports injuries
• Sports conditioning
• Orthopedic rehabilitation
• Postural corrective techniques
• IASTM
• Modalities

She enjoys crafts, camping, hunting, cooking, and spending time with family.