meet the team

Chiropractor K.J. Shannan With Chin Resting On Hands

Chiropractor

K.J. Shannan D.C.

Dr. Shannan was born and raised on a farm near Fairfield, Iowa. Growing up on a farm instilled a strong work ethic and a common-sense approach which he brings to his practice.

Chiropractor Katie Harris Smiling In Green Shirt

Chiropractor

Katie Harris D.C.

After playing 4 years of soccer at Heidelberg University and graduating with an athletic training degree, Dr. Katie Harris moved to St. Louis to start her education in chiropractic.

Chiropractor Patrick Hughes Smiling In Purple Shirt

Chiropractor

Patrick Hughes D.C.

Dr. Hughes graduated from Life University’s Chiropractic program in Atlanta, Georgia, after obtaining his undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University.

Massage therapists

Massage Therapist Mike Kay Smiling

Massage Therapist

Mike Kay

Mike is a 2000 graduate of Northeast Ohio College of Massotherapy. Mike has worked with Chiropractic patients for many years. Mike enjoys performing Therapeutic Massage on patients so that they can feel their best and participate in the things in life they most enjoy, whether it is after an injury or general health.

Massage Therapist Beth Garrett Smiling

Massage Therapist

Beth Garrett

Beth graduated with honors from massage school at AIAM, American Institute of Alternative Medicine in Columbus Ohio in 2009. She received her license from the Ohio State Medical Board in 2010.

Massage Therapist Sarah Stein Smiling

Massage Therapist

Sarah Stein

Sarah has been a Licensed Massage Therapist since 2005. Her passion for her work can be felt through her customized massages. From relaxing Swedish to deep tissue, injury and sports massage, Sarah strives to give her clients the perfect pressure and technique to fit their needs. Sarah shares the love of Holistic based medicine.

Massage Therapist Kari Rich Smiling

Massage Therapist

Kari Rich

Kari graduated from the American Institute of Alternative Medicine in 2017. She values providing a safe environment for her clients to discover and express themselves fully to release long-held tension.

Massage Therapist Jacob Williams Smiling On Blue Background

Massage Therapist

Jacob Williams

Jacob graduated from the American Institute of Alternative Medicine in 2023. He is certified in Neuromuscular Therapy and trained in deep tissue, trigger point, hot stone, and TMJ work. Jacob’s goals are to create a safe and healthy environment where he and his patients can work together to understand and solve their needs.

Functional Movement Therapists

Funtional Movement Therapist Taylor Schumacher Smiling

Exercise Specialist

Taylor Schumacher

Taylor’s love of chiropractic care started young as her father, a D.C., dramatically improved her scoliosis with regular adjustments.

Our Staff

Managing Director Bill Lester Smiling

Managing Director

Bill Lester

After 37 years, Bill retired from his job with the Defense Logistics Agency.

Before starting at WOW, he fell in love with chiropractic care after Dr. Shannan addressed a painful herniated disc.

Office Manager Jessie Arnold Smiling

Office Manager

Jessie Arnold

Jessie joined the WOW family in 2011 as a Massage Therapist.

Her organized and driven personality made her transition to office manager an easy one.

Insurance Coordinator Lisa Panzone-Gish Smiling

Insurance Coordinator

Lisa Panzone-Gish

There are many reasons Lisa likes working at WOW. The one that stands out the most, is that WOW helps patients reach their full potential, by taking mind, body and spirit into account.

Insurance Coordinator Michael Thomas Smiling

Insurance Coordinator

Michael Thomas

Michael enjoys working at WOW where patients are treated as a whole person versus just their ailment.

He works with patients to ensure they receive the care they need by maximizing their insurance benefits and keeping patient expenses down.

Front Desk Supervisor Nicole Hammond Smiling

Front Desk Supervisor

Nicole Hammond

Nicole joined the WOW family in 2021 and has always had a knack for patient services.

She is always ready behind the desk to answer any questions with a smile.

Chiropractic Worthington OH Brenda Herman Meet The Team

Front Desk

Brenda Herman

Brenda joined WOW in 2020 and is a graduate of The Ohio State University. She has enjoyed engaging in personal, compassionate conversations with patients. When she is working, she is among family. If you can't find her, she's on the beach taking in the sun. 

OFFICE HOURS


Monday
8:00am - 6:00pm


Tuesday
8:00am - 6:00pm


Wednesday
8:00am - 6:00pm


Thursday
8:00am - 6:00pm


Friday
8:00am - 6:00pm


Saturday
8:00am - 11:00am


Sunday
Closed

Worthington Optimal Wellness

6180 Linworth Rd
Worthington, OH 43085

(614) 848-5211