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Healthcare Professional Speakers
Dr. Maged Hamza, Richmond, VA
Dr. Hamza received his MD from the Cairo University in Cairo, Egypt, followed by a residency in surgery, as well as anesthesia from the University of Arizona. He then completed a fellowship in pain management at the University of Virginia Medical School. He is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine. Dr. Hamza is a Pain Management specialist, Director and Professor of the pain center at Virginia Commonwealth University/ Medical College of Virginia and pain support group member. In the past Dr. Hamza has been on the faculty at the University of Virginia, Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Management, and was Director of Pain Management Services for Mid-Atlantic Spine Specialists.
Dr. Hamza is currently with the VCU Spine Center at Stony Point. His specialties include pain conditions of spine and non-spine origins such as Neuropathies, diabetic Neuropathy, vascular pain, visceral pain, pain pump and neurostimulation implants, and the development of a new analgesic. He is a member of the American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians, the American Pain Society, the American Academy of Pain Medicine and the American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine.
Dr. Dan Secrest, Scottsdale, AZ
 Dr. Daniel Secrest is a practicing chiropractic physician and owner of Secrest Family Chiropractic in South Scottsdale. He was the first certified healthcare professional in the Phoenix-Scottsdale metropolitan area to offer a unique combination of advanced technological treatments in a standing, sitting and “action position”, instead of the more compromising prone position. The former radio talk host of his own health show, “House Calls with Dr. Secrest,” Dr. Dan has also appeared on Channel 3, KTVK, “Good Evening Arizona,” other radio shows and has authored several articles for local publications.
An advocate of the holistic approach to health care, Dr. Secrest treats patients suffering from various chronic conditions, such as TMJ, headaches & migraines, neck & back pain, Fibromyalgia, menopause, cramping, and extremity joint. Knowing that many patients with chronic conditions have difficulty in properly exercising, Dr. Secrest developed the 90-Second Armchair Workout, as a clinical adjunct to a revolutionary breathing protocol used for the control of sleep apnea and acute snoring, depression and many other breathing disorders.
In addition to maintaining a full practice here in Scottsdale, Dr. Secrest currently mentors other doctors across the nation in the use and application of the Korean Specific Technique (KST). Dr. Secrest received his Doctorate of Chiropractic from Life University and Bachelor Degree from Long Island University. After participating in a charitable chiropractic mission in Peru, he practiced in Queensland, Australia, before founding Secrest Family Chiropractic, PC in 2002. He is a Reiki Master and also proficient in many other energy, calming and stress relieving techniques.
Vickie Jenkins, NCBTMB, Colonial Heights, VA
With over 10 years of experience as a massage therapist, Vickie Jenkins is nationally certified through NCBTMB with additional training as an Orthopedic Tech and Medical Assistant. She is a graduate of the Dayton School of Medical Massage with certifications in Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT) and Lymphatic Drainage Therapy (LDT). Vickie owns Commonwealth Therapeutic Massage. Vickie offers quality therapeutic massages to every client. Wellness is a goal we all share. Therapeutic massage is a part of that goal, and used with other modalities can help heal the body. Commonwealth Therapeutic Massage is a part of the Rx3 Wellness Center in Chester, Virginia along with acupuncture, thermography, and naturopathic healthcare.
Cindy Wilson MA, LPC, CHT , Scottsdale, AZ
Cindy Wilson is a Licensed Professional Counselor, Certified Life Coach, and Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist specializing in individual, couples and group programs, and maintains a private practice in Scottsdale, Arizona. With over 23 years experience as a therapist, and a graduate of Illinois State University specializing in Clinical Psychology, she is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her areas of expertise are Pain Management, Relationship and Dating Skills, Substance Abuse, Anxiety and PTSD., Codependency, Addictive Behaviors, and Performance Improvement.
In addition, Cindy has presented at various Organizations and to general audiences speaking on the topics of Codependency, Conscious Dating Skills, Creative Therapy Approaches, Healthy Relationship Skills, Managing Chronic Pain, Stress Management, and Substance Abuse. Cindy is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complimentary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they’re striving for.
Cindy received a Bachelor of Science Degree Majoring in Psychology from Ohio State University in 1983 and her Master of Arts Degree Specializing in Clinical Psychology from Illinois State University in 1985. Additionally she has training extensive in Hypnotherapy, E.M.D.R., Enneagram Personality Assessment, Equine Therapy, Guided Imagery, Substance Abuse and Relapse Prevention, Codependency, Chronic Pain Management, Anxiety and PTSD., and Relationship Issues.
Dr. JJ Grove, Scottsdale, AZ
 Dr. Grove is a pain specialist at the Arizona Center for Pain Relief. Dr. Grove received his undergraduate degree from Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts and his Doctor of Medicine degree from The University of Colorado School of Medicine. He completed his residency in Anesthesiology and Pain Management at Stanford Medical Center and Clinics in Palo Alto, California and his fellowship in interventional pain management at Harvard Medical School (Brigham and Women’s Hospital) in Boston, Massachusetts.
Following his training, Dr. Grove practiced in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He relocated to Phoenix in the summer of 2007 in order to join the medial staff of the Arizona Center for Pain Relief. Dr. Grove is double board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. He has obtained board certification in Anesthesiology as well as Pain Management.
Dr. Grove specializes exclusively in the treatment of patients with acute and chronic painful conditions, and performs a variety of spinal, peripheral and joint injections, including Radiofrequency ablation and implantable techniques. He strongly believes in a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to pain management, incorporating physical therapy modalities and medical management modalities when appropriate.
Dr. Verma, Fairfax, VA
Dr. Verma is a comprehensive sports and rehab chiropractic physician who studies your biomechanics and addresses the root cause of the problem. He uses advanced technology combined with traditional methods which yields a high levels of success with his patients. The goal of his treatment is reduce your pain in a short time and to educate and train you, the patient, in proper rehabilitation and fitness methods for the patients specific allowing for proper healing and avoidance of re-aggravation and further injury. His goal is always be to get the patient better and stay better.
Dr. Verma’s specialty is in fitness and rehabilitation of the entire body including the spinal column, hips, knees, ankles, shoulders, wrists, etc. He uses specialized techniques to strengthen and stabilize the body through proper rehab techniques combined with specific chiropractic and physical therapy.
He works with an integrated facility of medical doctors, dentists, naturopathic doctors, acupuncturists, etc. He believes that working together in a true holistic setting to better serve each and every individual. Each patient is unique and must be dealt with individually with no time limits.
He has been in practice for 9 years and works on all ages from Adolescents to Elders. His doctoral degree was achieved in 2001 from Palmer College of Chiropractic. His specialties include; Arthritis, chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, headache/migraine, neck and shoulder pain, Sciatica, leg pain, arm pain, pain management and stress, wellness/healing/prevention. His style of mixing chiropractic work with bio-mechanical correction through techniques such as the use an activator, Neuromuscular technique and Myodysneuric helps his patients reach their goals quicker and with longer lasting benefits.
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