Meet Jesse

Jesse Hardy LMT, a graduate of the New York Institute of Massage. Specializing in therapeutic massage to reduce pain and discomfort, as well as educating clients of the need for proper self-care to improve quality of life. This is accomplished using a variety of treatment options, such as trigger point work, deep tissue, reflexology, stretching and range of movement. Other more specific treatments may be established for pregnancy, injury, or sports-related issues. While firm pressure is a strength of this therapist, relaxation and comfort are the end goal. By adjusting each massage to the individual client, he provides a customized session to meet the needs on that day while also working toward cumulative benefits for long-term goals. Whatever brings you to our office you are in good hands.

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Meet Dr. Marchitte

Hi, I am Dr. Kaylee! I may look familiar to many as I have worked the front desk here at Peak for 2 years now. I am excited to carry on my time at Peak Performance as their new Chiropractor.

I obtained my Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Doctor of Chiropractic degrees at D’Youville College. I treat patients of all ages! I am trained in the Webster technique and perinatal care. I also have recently trained in working with infants and children. Working with people and helping them has always been a top goal of mine, and I am grateful I get to start that journey at Peak Performance!

A little bit about me! I love to be busy and on the go, but in my “free” time I love to workout, make smoothies, cook for family and friends or binge a show on Netflix! I am looking forward to this experience with everyone at Peak, and I can’t wait to meet you and your families!

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Meet Chris

Christopher majored in Athletic Training at Finger Lakes Community College. He graduated from the New York Institute of Massage in 2005. Christopher studied under Kathy Tronolone P.T., D.O., LMT in an advanced course involving integrative holistic techniques utilizing many osteopathic/physical therapy techniques. While spending a decade as a sleep technician studying sleep medicine, he attended the Upledger Institute for craniosacral therapy and the Barral Institute for visceral manipulation VM 1-3. Upon completetion of Klose Training, Chris recently became a certified manual lymphadema therapist. This allows him to safely and effectively treat patients with lymphatic disorders. He can now assist with complete devongestive therapy which is extremely beneficial for managing post-traumatic and post-surgical edema, chronic venous insufficiency and patients with wounds.

He believes life is hard enough to be serious all the time, but will always hold space for emotional growth and discovery. We can get through the difficult times together. Above all else; respect and integrity.

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Dr. Novotny received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology with a concentration in Human Biology from SUNY Oneonta in 2015, followed by her Doctorate in Chiropractic from D’Youville College in 2020. Dr. Sarah is certified in basic and performance taping as well as IASTM techniques through Rock Tape, she is a Precision Nutrition Level 1 coach, and a CrossFit Level 2 trainer. She loves working with athletes, Crossfitter’s, the weekend warriors, or anyone trying to improve their every day life and activities. Dr. Sarah uses a wide variety of techniques including manual therapy, IASTM, flexion distraction, cupping, and rehab exercises to get you feeling your best.

Dr. Novotny grew up in a small town south of Buffalo on Chautauqua Lake. She grew up playing any sport she was able to including soccer, basketball, golf, softball, skiing and snowboarding, and then later played rugby in college before she found CrossFit. Outside of the office she loves fitness, home improvement projects, personal training, and spending time with her family and fur children.

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Christina Lynn Olson has been practicing as a LMT for the last 16 years and specializes in Medical Massage, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point Therapy, Reflexology, Reiki and Thai Massage. She is a very talented Massage Therapist and loves helping others tap into their own unique abilities to heal from stress or injuries. She graduated from Trocaire College in 2008 with her Associates in Applied Science for Massage Therapy and completed her Bachelor’s in Exercise and Sports Studies at D’youville College. She loves learning about holistic health and wellness from sound healing, meditation, healthy eating, yoga, and exercise. In her spare time she can be found volunteering for her sons little league baseball team or practicing pitching drills. She became a massage therapist because massage has helped her manage her own anxiety and she is passionate about helping others reach their own health goals and improve quality of life.

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Meet Molly

Molly Reed holds an associates degree in Massage Therapy from Niagara County Community College. She enjoys sharing the positive impact of massage therapy with her clients. Molly provides her clients with personalized therapeutic sessions which promote overall health and wellness. Her specialties include cupping therapy and focuses on sciatica, piriformis problems and also helping people who suffer with neck pain and migraines.

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Meet Dr. Gilmore

Dr. Gilmore received her Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology from D’Youville College in 2013. She remained at D’Youville and completed her Doctor of Chiropractic Degree in 2016. Dr. Gilmore is a Certified Graston Technique Provider and she is very well versed in Cox Flexion-Distraction Therapy, as well as, many other manual adjusting techniques. She is very passionate about learning and expanding her abilities as a Chiropractor so continuing education is a priority to keep current with the most effective and efficient treatments for her patients.

Dr. Jennifer Gilmore has lived in the Buffalo area for over 18 years; originally from Houston, Texas she moved with her family in 1998. Throughout college Jennifer worked as a nail technician and she enjoyed making her clients look and feel their best. This love of working with people and a desire to have a career in the medical field led Jennifer to explore her possibilities. She regularly visited a Chiropractor through out high school and college after a car accident in 2002. After experiencing the positive results and caring demeanor of her Chiropractor she decided this was the path for her. She committed to the seven-year Bachelors of Science in Biology/ Doctor of Chiropractic program at D’Youville in 2009. She strives to provide the most effective, evidence based care for her patients and looks forward to the life long learning process ahead.

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Meet Dr. Bauman

Dr. Bauman earned his Bachelors of Science Degree in Sports Management and Exercise Science from SUNY Fredonia and went on to earn his Doctorate of Chiropractic from D’Youville College (2012). Dr. Bauman has worked in various settings, including Pain Management, Nursing Homes, and as a chiropractor to Collegiate athletes and as a college professor. He has vast experience in No Fault claims, as well as working with private insurances. Dr. Bauman is skilled in flexion distraction technique, pregnancy care, manual therapy, The Schroth Method (scoliosis), as well modalities that include therapeutic ultrasound and Modulated Electrical Stimulation. Dr. Bauman is a lifelong learner, and aside from Continuing Chiropractic Education credits, has taken and continues to take many courses through the University of Arizona School of Integrative Medicine, chiefly in nutrition across the lifespan, arthritis, and neurological disorders. Dr. Bauman is a born and raised Buffalonian, attended St. Francis High School and also played professional baseball before pursuing Chiropractic Medicine. In his spare time, he enjoys volunteering his time to coach both youth and collegiate athletics, as well as serving as a medic in the Air Force National Guard, where he was named the Airman of the Year 2021 for NYS during the COVID pandemic.

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Hello my name is Jerardo (Jerry), I am a licensed massage therapist and graduate from the New York Institute of Massage. I am a very passionate massage therapist with the ultimate goal of helping anyone who is in search of pain relief, seeking to find some normalcy for day to day activities, find ease of mind, or looking to relax. Any and all sessions will be tailored specifically for your needs. My strengths include deep tissue massage and trigger point therapy. I am very happy to be working with the Peak Performance team and looking forward to helping you get one step closer to feeling like a new you!

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Scott graduated from the New York Institute of Massage in Williamsville, NY. Scott chose to pursue massage therapy so he could help those experiencing physical and emotional pain. He focuses on listening to his clients so he can provide the best healing services for them.

Scott’s passions are activities that stimulate the body. He loves yoga, weightlifting, and running. He learned that massage therapy helped his recovery process tremendously and wants to give that gift to others.

Areas of expertise:

Deep Tissue, Swedish, Trigger Point Therapy, and Himalayan Salt Stone Massages, Orthopedic Joint Work

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Meet Maggie

Hello! My name is Magdolyn Mullen. I am a graduate of the New York Institute of Massage. I am excited to be part of the team at Peak Performance. I have always had a passion for massage, and I love helping people to feel their best. For me there is no greater reward than helping someone feel better after they have been experiencing pain and discomfort. I make sure to give all my clients a customized massage that best fits them. My specialties include Swedish, relaxation, headaches, neck and shoulder pain, plantar fasciitis, and Aromatherapy. I love learning new modalities, and I plan on adding more to my repertoire to help my clients even more. My goal is to always give my clients the best massage possible. I look forward to helping you feel your best!

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Mary Ann Allen BA, LMT, CMLDT, CMBPR, CYT, CCEOLC,, Reiki Master, has been a NYS Licensed massage therapist for over 30 years. She has practiced in New York City, St. Louis, and Salt Lake City, Captiva Isaland Florida and Laughlin NV. Her education is broad, with a BA in Early Childhood EDU form Saint Mary’s College, Notre Dame, she taught elementary school for a few years before moving to NYC to attend the Swedish Institute, of Applied Science. Since 1993 she has studied and practiced hatha yoga and mindfulness meditation and massage. She holds certification in Craniosacral Therapy I and II through the Upledger Institute, Mindfulness Based Pain Relief with Fadel Zeidan Ph.D., and Manual Lymph Drainage, Vodder Method,, from, the International MLD Institute . She has been a teaching Reiki Master since 1996 and brings all her experience into each massage or healing energy work session. Mary Ann believes a commitment to self care is essential for balanced wellness. A natural byproduct of this type of regular self care is radiant health, mental clarity and joyful living born out of skillful action.

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Meet Dr. Yorks

Dr. Yorks received her BA degree in Psychology from Canisius College in 2014, and completed her DC degree at D’Youville College in 2019. She is board certified with NBCE. She became certified with RockTape for Basic and Performance kinesiology taping, as well as their style of IASTM with RockBlades. Dr. Yorks also holds the Level 1 TPI certification for analyzation of physical abilities and their effect on the golf swing, as well as the Level 1 Precision Nutrition certification. She is skilled in manual techniques including flexion distraction, as well as electrical stimulation therapy, but is always open to learning new styles and techniques in order to keep her patients improving and feeling their best. She is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Public Health through George Washington University.

Dr. Yorks grew up in the Hudson Valley region of New York, but upon moving to Buffalo to attend Canisius she fell in love with the ever-growing city and never left. In her spare time she enjoys working out and hiking, and loves traveling around the U.S. (and hopefully many new countries in the future!)

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Meet Donelle

Hi there! my name is Donelle Falco! I graduated from The Finger lakes school of Massage in 2018. I am trained in multiple modalities of massage, this is my job yes, but it is also my passion. I am honored to help my clients get over everything from day to day stressors to chronic pain. I specialize in medical deep tissue, myofacial release, and sports massage. I’m so excited to not only work here but also to hone my abilities and grow in my profession alongside my talented coworkers here at Peak Performance! I’m new to the area and in my free time I love to make pottery, hang out with my friends, and most importantly love on my animals! I love meeting new people and I’m so thrilled to meet all the amazing people of Buffalo that will cross my path! (Or my table!) I look forward to working with you!

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Meet Dr. Marciniak

Dr. Marciniak earned her Bachelors of Science Degree in Sports Medicine and Exercise Science from Canisius College (graduated cum laude in 2008) and went on to earn her Doctorate of Chiropractic from D’Youville College (graduated in 2012). Dr. Marciniak is certified in CAATE, SpiderTech kinesiology taping, as well as various forms of available adjusting techniques. She continues to regularly attend continuing education seminars in order to keep current with the continuously evolving profession of chiropractic.

Dr. Juliana Marciniak aspires to help people with pain and allow them to achieve peak performance health levels. Dr. Marciniak herself has maintained an active lifestyle since she was young. She competitively danced for 15 years, competitively cheered for four years, and has taught group fitness classes for several gyms throughout Buffalo, NY for 15 years. Dr. Marciniak enjoys combining her chiropractic education with her sports medicine and personal training experience. In doing so, she is able to provide her patients with a more functional and active role towards achieving healing and/or total wellness.

In her free time Dr. Marciniak enjoys spending time with her husband Anthony, daughter Isla and son Anthony III. Her hobbies include spinning on her Peloton, chasing around her kids and enjoying the hidden secrets of Western New York.

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Meet Emily

My name is Emily Jarnot. I am excited to join the team at Peak Performance Chiropractic & Wellness! Since graduating from the New York Institute of Massage Therapy in 2011, I have worked in many areas of Massage therapy. From Medical Massage, Deep Tissue, to Energy Work, and Aromatherapy. I like to keep up to date on current Massage Techniques through Continuing Education and working with like minded professionals. This allows me to have a broad spectrum of knowledge to offer you a completely custom treatment for your needs. I believe in Massage therapy. I think it allows us to be the best version of ourselves. Whether you suffer from chronic pain or the stresses of life, Massage can help. I look forward to working with you.

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