Terese M. Black
Chicago,IL
Summary
Healthcare professional with 20 years of experience in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions. Skilled in patient assessment, medical diagnostics, and clinical decision-making, with a reputation for listening and problem solving. Strong critical thinking and medical knowledge to address complex health issues effectively.
Possess good communication and interpersonal skills to ensure a supportive and empathetic environment for both patients and co-workers.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHIROPRATIC PHYSICIAN, NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN
WELLBEING CHIROPRACTIC, DBA WELLBEING PERSONALIZED HEALTHCARE
Chicago, Illinois
07.2007 - Current
- Clinician in evidence-based private practice with focus on physical medicine and functional medicine
- Conduct thorough physical exams and administer chiropractic treatments, including IASTM, STM, and therapeutic exercises to enhance patient recovery.
- Assess functional medicine patients through detailed physical exams and laboratory evaluations, creating tailored treatment strategies to improve overall health.
- Coordinate day-to-day clinic functions aimed at elevating patient care quality and fostering staff productivity.
- Direct daily activities of receptionists and massage therapist, fostering a cohesive team environment.
INSTRUCTOR
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
Lombard, Illinois
05.2006 - 05.2012
- Developed and implemented curriculum for anatomy and physiology courses using lecture and gross anatomy labs formats in the chiropractic, naturopathic, oriental medicine and bachelor of medical science programs
- Enhanced student understanding through diverse teaching methods and formats
- Evaluated student progress through assessments, providing constructive feedback for improvement.
CHIROPRATIC PHYSICIAN
FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC
Elk Grove Village, Illinois
07.2006 - 09.2007
- Stepped in to run existing chiropractic practice for owner who was on short-term disability
- Diagnosed and treated musculoskeletal disorders using various chiropractic techniques
- Provided exceptional customer service, fostering strong relationships between patients and the practice for increased retention rates.
ANATOMY LAB DISSECTOR
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard, Illinois
09.2005 - 09.2007
- Cadaveric prosection in gross anatomy lab to prepare specimens for students in professional programs to aid in learning gross anatomy
TEACHING ASSISTANT
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard, Illinois
09.2003 - 04.2006
- Assisted students in both dissecting and learning gross anatomy structures and their functions in both neuroanatomy and gross anatomy labs
- Writing clinically-based cases and facilitating discussion for neuroanatomy
- Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard, Illinois
11.2003 - 12.2004
- Conducted journal searches and reviewed literature to support content and accuracy of data for textbook on neuroanatomy
- Data entry and content editing for textbook on neuroanatomy
Education
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine -
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard, IllinoisPre-Med Curriculum -
University of Illinois
Chicago, IllinoisBachelor of Arts - Geography and International Studies
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, North CarolinaDoctor of Chiropractic Medicine -
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard, IllinoisAcupuncture Certification -
National University of Health Sciences
Lombard, IllinoisSkills
- Functional medicine certification/expertise
- Experienced laboratory analysis
- Health and wellness expertise
- Teaching skills
- Understanding of physiology, anatomy and biomechanics
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Health insurance knowledge
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Exceptional customer service
- Business growth and retention
- Spanish language proficiency
Affiliations
- Illinois Chiropractic Society
- Institute for Functional Medicine
Certification
- 2019 – INSTITUTE FOR FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE, certified practitioner
- 2022 – KHARRAZIAN INSTITUTE, certified practitioner
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Awards
May '01 Illinois Children of Veterans’ Scholarship, Nov. '04 Smith Scholarship, March '05 Diane Winterstein scholarship, June '05 NUHS Alumnae Association scholarship, September '05 Standard Process/ACA scholarship, November '05 Who’s Who Among University and College Students, March '06 Smith Scholarship, May '06 American Specialty Health Chiropractic Scholarship
Timeline
CHIROPRATIC PHYSICIAN, NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIAN
WELLBEING CHIROPRACTIC, DBA WELLBEING PERSONALIZED HEALTHCARE
07.2007 - Current
CHIROPRATIC PHYSICIAN
FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC
07.2006 - 09.2007
INSTRUCTOR
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
05.2006 - 05.2012
ANATOMY LAB DISSECTOR
National University of Health Sciences
09.2005 - 09.2007
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
National University of Health Sciences
11.2003 - 12.2004
TEACHING ASSISTANT
National University of Health Sciences
09.2003 - 04.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Geography and International Studies
University of North Carolina
Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine -
National University of Health Sciences
Pre-Med Curriculum -
University of Illinois
Doctor of Chiropractic Medicine -
National University of Health Sciences
Acupuncture Certification -
National University of Health Sciences