Dr. Debra Block

Dr. Block always knew that her purpose in life was to help people to improve their lives. After attending the University of Florida and obtaining her B.S. in Psychology, she realized that she wanted to help people improve their health both mentally and physically.  She discovered the awesome benefits of Chiropractic care in 1997 while attending Life University in Marietta, Georgia.

Dr. Block received her Doctor of Chiropractic degree in 2001 and went on to develop her own practice within Horizon Healthcare Group in Sandy Springs, Georgia. After practicing in Georgia for two years, Dr. Block decided to return home to Maryland and continue practicing Chiropractic close to her family and friends.

After joining a practice in Laurel, MD and treating patients there for 5 years, Dr. Block decided to open her office in Burtonsville, MD and accomplish her dream of running her own practice and treating patients with the individualized attention and high quality of care that she feels patients deserve and need in this current world of healthcare.

For the last 10 years, Dr. Block has consistently educated herself on the newest advances in the chiropractic profession as well as the latest developments in patient care. She is certified in the Webster Technique for chiropractic care during pregnancy and is a member of the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA).  Dr. Block’s philosophy is to care for patients in the way that she would want to be cared for. She strives hard every day to be the type of doctor that can give patients the assistance that they are looking for, whether it is with a smile, friendly greeting, courtesy phone call, or a hug, individualized attention is what makes Dr. Block an exemplary doctor and healthcare provider.

The services, attention, and quality of care offered at Block Chiropractic & Rehabilitation Center are above and beyond what most patients will find elsewhere.

Dr. Lindsay McDonald

Dr. McDonald received a degree in Biology from Syracuse University before attending New York Chiropractic College for her doctorate of chiropractic degree. Shortly after graduating she moved to Maryland.

Before joining Block Chiropractic, Dr. McDonald worked at a practice in Silver Spring, MD that specialized in treating patients who had been in car accidents. She is trained in diversified, drop table, activator, flexion-distraction, and soft tissue techniques. Dr. McDonald is currently certified in the Webster Technique and is a member of the ICPA. She is also certified in SpiderTech kinesiology taping. Dr. McDonald currently holds an active license as a supervising chiropractor in Maryland.

Dr. McDonald enjoys helping people feel and function at their very best. Her goal in practice is to educate her patients and encourage them to take an active role in their health care.

Mary D'Amato

Mary D'Amato has been in the health care industry for over 22 years, serving as a Board-Certified Music Therapist treating a variety of healthcare populations including physical, neurologic, and psychiatric illnesses. It was during her private practice in Music Therapy serving the Hospice population that she discovered the power of the healing touch. Mary wanted to pursue massage within a clinical environment and work co-jointly with another clinical practitioner.

Mary completed her training, certification, and licensure in Massage Therapy at the Baltimore School of Massage in November, 2009. She met and contracted with Dr. Debra Block of Block Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Center in January, 2010. Since starting with the practice, Mary has had a steady flow of clients referred by Dr. Block and often works collaboratively with Dr. Block to relieve stress and tension related to muscular injuries. Mary regularly attends continuing educational programs to enhance her skills as a Therapeutic Massage Therapist as well as adhere to the State of Maryland standards of practice.

Mary is dedicated to giving her clients a unique and revitalizing massage experience in a medically sound and professional atmosphere…all in an effort to restore harmony and balance to the body, mind, and spirit.

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Chiriqui Cooper

Chiriqui Cooper, is a Board Certified and Licensed Massage Therapist who studied at the Baltimore School of Massage, as well as an entrepreneur with more than ten years of experience in spiritual healing. Chi's holistic vision is to utilize the potent energy of love and positive intention through touch, infusing it back into the human body, mind and spirit.

From teaching dance and facilitating an array of artistic health workshops to lecturing on Health, Safety and Fitness for Teachers at Medgar Evers College, Chi brings a very well-rounded approach to navigating the world of body work and musculoskeletal healthcare.

Understanding that life's challenges and physical pains can go beyond physical touch, Chi started venturing into public speaking to share her personal experiences as a healing practitioner and beloved mother of two beautiful, young children.
When Chi is not massaging or educating her clients, she is spending quality time with her infant daughter and middle school aged son. Despite having her hands full, she is able to use her work as a means of maintaining a grounded and balanced life.
Through massage and meditation, Chi offers her clients the opportunity to unwind from the demanding stresses in their lives in order to support a relaxed state of well-being. It is Chi's life's work to create a tranquil environment for humanity to reflect, recharge and renew.

Jamila Graham

Jamila Graham is a graduate of the Potomac Massage Training institute. Board certified and a licensed massage therapist, she is trained in Swedish and deep tissue massage. Jamila is also certified in Massage for the Childbearing Years, which includes pregnancy, labor, and postpartum.

Jamila loves to help her clients relieve stress and achieve relaxation through massage. She provides a safe, calm, and soothing environment. Jamila is an attentive and caring therapist that really listens to her clients. Most of her clients come complaining of tension in their neck and back. She tailors her sessions to meet the clients needs. She uses a combination of Swedish and deep tissue to provide muscle tension relief. Being a Reiki practitioner she also provides her clients with positive healing energy. Jamila believes in everyone needing to take time for themselves to recharge and relax .

Gwen Cook

Gwen Cook, LMT is a Nationally Certified and State Licensed Massage Therapist.
Gwen is extremely compassionate when caring for others, while assisting them in their journey towards better health. Gwen’s main purpose with her work is to educate and empower people to live a pain free and wholesome lifestyle: physically, mentally and spiritually. Gwen’s areas of specialty include:
Orthopedic Massage, Oncology Massage, Thai Massage, Prenatal Massage, Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Reiki and Chair Massage.

Gwen is a certified Licensed Massage Therapist with her certification from the Potomac Massage Training Institute (PMTI) and she is licensed by the Maryland Board of Chiropractic Examiners, with her State of Maryland License (2001). Gwen is also Nationally Licensed from The National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) (2001).

Gwen’s love for mankind is diverse, she loves to travel and explore the world. Experiencing art, music, culture, food and different ways of life keep her excited and inspired. Whenever she’s not working or traveling, Gwen likes to spend time with her family of four older sisters, four younger brothers, her parents and plenty of nieces and nephews.

Cindy Tran

Cindy Tran graduated from UMBC in 2008 with her BS in biology and contemplated taking the next step to go to medical school. She decided that she was better suited to pursue Chinese medicine, as she had been raised with Chinese Medicine being the main approach to every illness and issue in her family. She had experienced Chinese Medicine throughout her childhood, though she never completely understood it.

Cindy attended Tai Sophia Institute (now known as Maryland University of Integrative Health) and there she was able to merge her childhood experiences with Acupuncture with a deep understanding and appreciation for the theory and the validity of Chinese medicine for patients with a variety of ailments and difficulties.

Cindy received her master's degree in Acupuncture in 2013 and she is now a Doctor of Acupuncture candidate expected to finish in 2016. She promotes wellness in all of her patients by working with them to heal on the physical, mental, and spiritual levels. By working together with her patients, she is able to address the root cause for long-term benefits and facilitate healing her patient as a whole rather than one symptom at a time.

Brittany Boyle

Brittany is committed to working with others in partnership to achieve balance and wellness with the goal of feeling at home in the body. Awareness is a fundamental principle of healthy living. Acupuncture can awaken the body, mind, and spirit to achieve peace and ease throughout one’s journey. Brittany’s healing experience ranges from treating chronic pain, acute trauma, allergies, and weight management to insomnia, anxiety, stress, and emotional imbalances. She is passionate about integrating acupuncture with other modalities of health and wellness to achieve harmony.

Brittany is a licensed acupuncturist in the state of Maryland and a NADA detoxification specialist. She received her Master of Acupuncture from Maryland University of Integrative Health (MUIH), and she continues her path of learning at MUIH working towards her Doctorate of Oriental Medicine.

Noya Shilo

Noya Shilo has been performing Esthetics for twenty four years. She attended the Von Lee International School of Aesthetics Inc. in Baltimore, MD. Noya has provided esthetic services to the Laurel/ Burtonsville community for over fifteen years.

Besides her facial treatments, Noya also provides full body waxing. In addition, her facial treatments will include a home care regimen. She continues to study the latest advancements in skin care in order to offer her clients the utmost quality of service. She places a high priority on truly listening and understanding her patients needs.

Noya is a wonderful addition to Block Chiropractic and we are excited to offer Esthetics as yet another way to promote a healthy lifestyle.

Alyssa Schloer

Alyssa Schloer earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from Hood College in June 2001. Since graduating, Alyssa has worked for a variety of Chiropractic and Physical Therapy offices. Having grown up with her own health challenges, she found the personal benefit from alternative medicine and wanted to explore a future career in this field.

Alyssa began in the Chiropractic field as a front desk manager and quickly branched out into marketing, insurance and billing and overseeing patient care. In 2007, Alyssa became licensed with the Maryland Board of Chiropractic Examiners as a Chiropractic Assistant. With that, she has been able to work with many patients to provide them with an excellent quality of care and compassion.

Having worked with Dr. Block in the past, Alyssa joined the practice in February 2011 to help facilitate both patient therapies and office management. With her addition, the office has been able to provide a more efficient quality of care and has the potential for future growth.

Alyssa is very passionate about helping others to live a more active and healthy lifestyle. It is a privilege for her to continue her career with Dr. Block and grow in an office that she so truly believes to be ideal for optimal health. She is always continuing to expand her knowledge and educate the patients of Block Chiropractic about the importance of spinal health and correction. She comes with the intention everyday to put the patients needs first. It is Alyssa’s goal to provide a relaxed and professional atmosphere that facilitates healing, with her focus on clinical healthcare and patient management.

Shari Kornak

Shari joined Block Chiropractic Center at the beginning of February, 2016. She has over 25 years of Administrative experience with the last 11+ years as an Office Manager. The career shift to working in a Chiropractic office is a challenge that Shari welcomes. Having been a chiropractic patient for over 15 years, Shari understands the benefits of rehabilitative services and natural wellness.

In her free time Shari enjoys spending time with family & friends, routing for the Caps & Orioles and reading.

Jacquelyn Menefee, Jr.

Jacquelyn Menefee, Jr. has been in the rehabilitation field for over 20 years. She started her career in rehabilitation with an orthopedic practice based in Washington, D.C. After being there for seven years, she decided to enter into the world of Chiropractic and Wellness care. She subsequently, joined a chiropractic practice in a Laurel, MD and became a registered Chiropractic Assistant with the Maryland Board of Chiropractic Examiner.

Jacquelyn also in her spare time loves working in the community, by helping organize health fairs and charitable events to promote awareness and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle through education and self awareness.