about us

Dr. Brian Mikula
 

Dr. Brian was grooving:  It was the early 1990s, and he taught classes in public speaking and radio/TV writing and direction at the awesome University of Michigan in Ann Arbor.  Yet in 1991, he was limping and could hardly walk.  Then, while limping through the Arbor Town Mall in 1991, Dr. Brian first learned about chiropractic.  Sciatica was plaguing him, and medical help proved fruitless.  Dr. Brian began regular (and frequent!) chiropractic care and adjustments, and soon his sciatica left.  Dr. Brian pointedly asked lots of questions; he didn’t blindly accept something without understanding it.

 It was through this questioning that he understood the true value of the chiropractic adjustment:  more than symptom relief, chiropractic improves the function of the nervous system.  Since the nervous system regulates overall body function, removing problems (subluxations) in the nervous system means improving body function.

Shocking his family and friends with his new purpose in life, a purpose shared by wife Dr. Jean, he moved to Spartanburg, South Carolina to study chiropractic at Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic.  Many in his family knew very little about chiropractic, or had heard disparaging misinformation about chiropractic.  Despite family misgivings, he and Dr. Jean immersed themselves in chiropractic philosophy, science and art in order to improve the heath of all families they would meet.

Schooling went from the Fall of 1992 until December of 1995.  Dr. Brian received the prestigious Milton W. Garfunkel award upon graduating:  the award is given to a student with high academic honors and who displays the best understanding of chiropractic philosophy, science and art.

Dr. Brian and Dr. Jean opened Mikula Chiropractic in January of 1996.  Since then, the office has had the pleasure of serving thousands of people in the community.  Dr. Brian has given many presentations to local schools and organizations to make people aware of the tremendous benefits that chiropractic confers.

Dr. Brian continued his role as classroom educator as well:  since 1997, he has taught courses in human anatomy and physiology to students at Grand Rapids Community College.

Dr. Brian serves as the treasurer of the IFCO (International Federation of Chiropractors and Organizations) and a founding member of the Advancing Chiropractic organization.  These organizations serve as the vanguard of chiropractic for the public; Dr. Brian wants to make sure that his family, friends, and community will always be allowed the privilege of chiropractic adjustments.

Dr. Brian and Dr. Jean have three children:  Nicholas, Benjamin, and Stephanie. 
Dr. Jean Mikula

Dr. Jean Mikula graduated cum laude in 1995 from Sherman College of Straight Chiropractic, in South Carolina.  Within one month of graduation, she and Dr. Brian Mikula opened their office to serve the families of West Michigan.  Dr. Jean has had extensive study and practice working with people of all ages:  from pregnant moms and seniors, to newborns and children.  Her focus is “optimal health and wellness for the entire family.”  

Dr. Jean Mikula has become one of the leading health and wellness advocates in Grand Rapids.  Her belief that “the strength of the community depends on the health of its residents” spurs her contribution to education and promotion of health and wellness in Grand Rapids.  She has promoted child safety and educational topics for the local schools, including providing free “Backpack Safety” checks to the children of the community.  In addition, she is often found providing free spinal screenings at local health fairs and gyms.

Dr. Jean Mikula enjoys spending time with family, working out at the gym, and reading books.  She resides in the Northeast side of Grand Rapids with her three children:  Nick, Ben and Stephanie.  
Donna Jenkins
Donna came to Mikula Chiropractic after working for many years in the public school system. Serving as our front desk chiropractic assistant, Donna's love for people is evident as she provides the outstanding service and support that the adults and children of our practice have come to expect. Everyone is greeted by her heartwarming smile as she manages our front desk with grace and ease.

With her years of experience in the public school system it should come as no surprise that Donna is a key part of our education program. She has dedicated her career to doing her part to educate every new practice member that comes through our doors.

In her free time you will find Donna spending time with family. Her other personal pursuits include gardening, volunteering, walking, and reading a good novel.
Ammie Karwowski

 

Ammie is fun, energetic, and loves to chat!  She is a graduate from Muskegon Community College, majoring in Business Administration.   Through college, Ammie did an internship at another chiropractic office and has come to us with prior knowledge in the field.  In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family, baking, and snowmobiling.

 
Wilma Woods

Wilma Woods is our friendly and hardworking billing chiropractic assistant. Wilma shows great compassion and care to our patients by helping them manage their finances so they can achieve better health through chiropractic care. She is always willing to come up with a financial plan that works best to suit each individual patient’s needs. Wilma is a Certified Professional Coder through the American Academy of Professional Coders. She graduated from Everest Institute in November 2009 where she studied Medical Billing and Coding and was the classes Igniter Ambassador Representative. Wilma is also a graduate of Grand Rapids Community College where she received her Associate of Arts degree.  She is currently attending Ferris State University where she is working on her Bachelor of Science with a minor in Health Care System Administration.  When Wilma is not working at Mikula Chiropractic she is working for Welcome Newborn, where she is a newborn photographer for Metro Health Hospital.

On her free time Wilma enjoys volunteering at Kent Career Technical Center where she does high school students evaluations in the field of health careers. When Wilma is not volunteering she enjoys spending time with family and friends, seeing movies, learning something new and going to the beach.
Karen Doody

Karen Doody graduated from Blue Heron Academy in February 2011 as a certified medical massage therapist. She has knowledge of muscle relaxation, stress relief, and pain relief. Karen states, "I like to use techniques from different modalities so when people come to see me, I listen to their concerns and then mold the session around their individual needs. This allows them to benefit in every way possible." Karen also graduated from Ferris State University with a degree in Health Information. She knows first-hand how chiropractic and massage therapy can benefit peoples' quality of life.

Her hobbies include practicing yoga, sewing, and using her creativity to design jewelry.