Then in 1994 Sandra moved to a unit that was a medical unit with a specialty in oncology. She remains on that unit today although the specialties have changed to adult cystic fibrosis, stroke, sickle cell, and hospice. In 1998 she became the charge RN on the unit, assisting other nurses in the care of their patients and being sure the unit would run smoothly for each 24 hours. For a short while from 1994-1998 she worked in the out patient oncology unit providing her patients with education and cancer treatment. Presently she works on her impatient unit and works per diem as a Diabetic Nurse educator in the Diabetes Health source at Highland Hospital.

December 2007 was an exciting month for her as she became a Certified Practioner in Clinical Aromatherapy, fulfilling a dream she has had for several years. The course she studied was designed by Jane Buckle PhD RN for health care professionals. The course involves 68 hours of course work over 18 months, plus an additional 182 hours of student's study time. The student studies and uses 33 essential oils, does a case study on one oil, and then takes a written exam. The certification is endorsed by The National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy. In December 2007 Sandra also became trained in Reiki Level I.        

Sandra is currently available for classes, consultation, and personalized aromatherapy products, you may call her at (585) 465-0202 or email her at zia103@yahoo.com.

Dawn Mamikunian, LAc, MTOM has been practicing as an acupuncturist and Chinese herbalist for more than fourteen years. Acupuncture and Chinese medicine have given Dawn the tools to work with her patients energetically to heal and re-establish balance in the body. Dawn's client base includes patients of all ages, from children to senior citizens. Dawn's specialties include Womens health (fertility and hormonal imbalance) allergies and asthma, and pain (physical or emotional). She is also a certified N.A.E.T. (Nambudripad Allergy Elimination Technique) practitioner allowing her to work with her patients to overcome environmental sensitivities that can lead to imbalances.

Kristin Eldredge, LMT grew up in Canandaigua, New York and attended Marcus Whitman Central School.
After high school she enrolled at the Finger Lakes School of Massage in Ithaca and graduated in November of 2003.Kristin worked in Geneva, New York for a few years before joining with Elements Acupuncture & Massage in April of 2007.

In her spare time Kristin enjoys horseback riding, gardening, and spending time with her family, friends and pets.

Barbara Geary, LPN, LMT graduated from nursing school in 1984 from Richmond, VA. She worked in Virginia for a year in a re-hab facility for troubled teens. She moved back to Geneva NY where she practiced as a Medical Surgical Nurse at CSHC for 11 years. Barb is also certified in hemodialysis from Highland Hospital working with patients in their home.

In 1995 she went back to school for Massage Therapy at Finger Lakes School of Massage in Ithaca, NY. For the next 13 years she had a very successful private practice in Canandaigua, NY.  Practicing massage therapy was a life changing experience for her, both professionally as well as personally.

Barb specialises in Deep tissue therapeutic massage - working on patients that have been involved in motor vehicle or workman's comp accidents.

Barb is excited to be joining Elements Acupuncture and Massage and creating a healthy balance between  both professions. 

Doreen Bell, M.S. is a Certified Herbalist, Reiki Master, and IET Practitioner. Doreen holds a B.S. and an M.S. in Education with a concentration in biology, anatomy, and physiology. She believes in healthy living and exemplifies that by eating well, meditating, competing in triathlons and practicing yoga