The iRISE Spine and Joint Team

Michael C. Weiss, DO FAOAO
Chief of Orthopedic Surgery
EDUCATION
Medical School
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Nova Southeastern University
Fellowship
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Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, Laser Spine Institute
Residency & Chief Resident
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Michigan State University Hospitals
Undergraduate
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University of Florida, B.S. Psychology
MEMBERSHIPS
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American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
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Division of Worker’s Compensation, State of Florida
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Diplomate, National Board of Osteopathic Medical Examiners
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Choice Medical Awards, Nominee, Physician of the Year, 2004
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Sigma Sigma Phi National Honorary Osteopathic Fraternity
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Phi Beta Sigma Honor Society, University of Florida, 2005
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10-Year Distinguished Service Award, Nova Southeastern University
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Fellow of the American Osteopathic Academy of Orthopedics

Siddharth Arora, D.O., M.S.
Interventional Pain Management
EDUCATION
Medical School
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Midwestern University, D.O. Medicine
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Wright State University, M.S. Human Anatomy
Fellowship
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Nova Southeastern University/Larkin Hospital
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Accredited Interventional Pain Medicine
Surgical Internship & Residency
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Cleveland Clinic, PGY I-IV Psychiatry
Undergraduate
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Temple University, B.A. Biology
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George Washington University, Computer Science
MEMBERSHIPS
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American Society of Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP)
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American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM)
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American Psychiatric Association (APA)
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American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
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Spine Interventional Society (SIS)
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North American Neuromodulation Society (NANS)
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North American Spine Society (NASS)

Jennifer Englander, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Life University, D.C.
Undergraduate
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Florida Atlantic University, B.A.
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Parts I-III

Matthew Holmes, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Palmer College of Chiropractic, D.C.
Undergraduate
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University of Central Florida, B.S. Athletic Training
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Certified in electromyography and nerve conduction velocity diagnosis

Roberto Aliaga, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Palmer College of Chiropractic, D.C.
Undergraduate
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Florida Atlantic University, B.S. Biology

Louis M. Starace, MD
Orthopedic Surgeon
EDUCATION
Medical School
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New York Medical School, M.D.
Residency
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Dept. of Surgery, Lenox Hill Hospital
Residency & Chief Resident
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Long Island Jewish Medical Center
Undergraduate
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Franklin & Marshall College, B.A. Biology
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Manhattan College, B.S. Biology
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Fordham University, M.S. Physiology
MEMBERSHIPS
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Fellow of American Academy of Neurologic & Orthopedic Surgeons
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Fellow of International College of Surgeons
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Fellow of the American College of Forensic Examiners
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Fellow of the American Academy of Pain Management
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Palm Beach County Medical Society
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Southern Medical Association
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Southern Orthopedic Association
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American College of Forensic Examiners - Board of Advisors
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Arthritis Foundation - Board of Advisors
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National Fitness Trainers Association - Board of Advisors
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American College of Sports Medicine
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American Running and Fitness Association

Marissa Kazim, PA-C, MSPA
Physician Assistant
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Keiser University, Masters of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS)
Undergraduate
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University of South Florida, B.S. Biomedical Sciences
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Emergency Medical Technician Certification

Jose F. Pacheco Alcala, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Life University, D.C.
Undergraduate
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University of the Sacred Heart, San Juan PR, B.A.
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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National Board of Chiropractic Examiners Parts I-IV & PT

Natalie J. Rowles, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Life University, D.C.
Undergraduate
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University of Florida, B.S. Nutrition, B.S. Microbiology
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Certified in Physiotherapy, National Board of Chiropractic Examiners
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Certified Chiropractic Wellness Practitioner Program, International Chiropractors Association
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Activator Methods Chiropractic Technique Seminars
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HIV/AIDS and Infectious Diseases Training, Florida Chiropractic Association
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Breastfeeding Training, Palm Beach County Health Department

Ricardo Marquetti, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Palmer College of Chiropractic, D.C.
Undergraduate
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California State University, B.S. Kinesiology-Exercise Nutrition & Wellness
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Functional Medicine Certification
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Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP)
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Myofascial Release: Graston, ART certifications

Peter Warheit, MD
Anesthesiologist - Pain Management
EDUCATION
Medical School
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Autonomous University of Guadalajara, Mexico, M.D.
Fellowship
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University Hospital at Stony Brook
Fifth Pathway Program
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Queens General Hospital
Surgical Internship and Residency
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Albert Einstein Medical Center, PGY I & II
Anesthesiology Residency
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Mount Sinai Medical Center
Undergraduate
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University of Vermont, B.A.
MEMBERSHIPS
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American Society of Anesthesiologists
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International Anesthesia Research Society
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Florida Society of Anesthesiology
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Diplomat of the American Board of Anesthesiology

Cristhian Barrios, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Palmer College of Chiropractic, D.C.
Undergraduate
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University of Miami, B.S. Biology & Microbiology
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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NRCME Training Institute, Certified Medical Examiner

Lauren Lira, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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National University of Health Sciences, D.C.
Undergraduate
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Indiana University, B.S. Human Biology
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University of Florida, B.S. Biology (minor in Psychology)
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Florida Certification Board
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Chiropractic Acupuncture, 2015
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Certified Addiction Professional, 2012

Noelby De La Hoz, DC
Chiropractor
EDUCATION
Postgraduate
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Keiser University, D.C.
Undergraduate
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Keiser University, D.C.
MEMBERSHIPS
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Foundation for Chiropractic Progress
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Florida Chiropractic Association
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Cox Flexion Distraction Club
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Swift Woman Empowering
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Student American Chiropractic Association
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The American Registry of Radiological Technologist
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS
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Cox Certified, Cervical & Lumbar
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The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Registered Technologist
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State of Florida Department of Health, Division of Medical Quality Assurance, Licensed General Radiographer
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American Heart Association, Certified BLS Healthcare Provider