Michigan Sports & Spine Center Staff
Jeff S. Pierce, D.O.
Dr. Pierce completed his Doctor of Osteopathy from the University of Medicine and Dentistry, New Jersey School of Osteopathic Medicine, Piscataway, N.J. He subsequently completed his Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency at the University of Illinois, Chicago. He continued with sub-specialty training in Manual/Musculoskeletal and Sports Medicine which includes training in E.M.G./Electromyography, Manual Medicine and Spinal Injections and both in- and out-patient rehabilitation.
His focus for each patient is on comprehensive evaluation, proper diagnosis and individualized treatment regimens. Dr. Pierce provides an educational aspect to the patient regarding their injuries/conditions to encourage the patient to share responsibility in his/her situation. Dr. Pierce also teaches prevention techniques to prohibit further injury empowering patients to control their situation.
In addition to his practice, Dr. Pierce is the founder of Athletes Unlimited.com, a non-profit organization for the support and development of athletes with physical challenges. He devotes a great deal of time coaching and developing their athletic skills, and more importantly, their life skills. He works hard to educate the community on disabilities while trying to break down barriers between able- and disabled bodies. Dr. Pierce firmly believes that no active individual should be restricted by any boundary. NO LIMITS!
Steve Olson, ATC, CSCS
Steve Olson is the Operations Manager for Michigan Sports & Spine Center. He received his bachelor\'s degree from North Dakota State University, received his Athletic Trainer certification from the National Athletic Trainer\'s Association Board of Certification in 1989 and has his Strength & Conditioning Specialist certification. Steve is responsible for the daily business happenings at MSSC. He has assisted Dr. Pierce in many ventures including CORE-The Ultimate Sports Fitness Training Center. Steve has been instrumental in the execution of the Athletes Unlimited Annual Golf Outing since 2001. Steve has also volunteered on the medical staff for the 3 DAY Breast Cancer Walk since 2005 where has served as the Sports Medicine Co-Captain since 2008.
Julie Parker, ATC
Jules graduated from Eastern Michigan with a bachelors degree in Sports Medicine and has been an ATC since 2003. Prior to taking over as Dr. Pierceís assistant, Jules worked as the Head Athletic Trainer at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. She has volunteered on the medical staff for the 3 DAY Breast Cancer Walk since 2005 where she has served as the Sports Medicine Co-Captain since 2008. Jules has also served as the volunteer coordinator for the Athletes Unlimited Golf Outing since 2005.
Christa Schneider, Receptionist
Christa is a valuable member of the front office and is responsible for managing the patient schedule, insurance verficiation, assisting with all billing procedures, and many other activities behind the scenes at MSSC. Christa has also volunteered for the Athletes Unlimited Annual Golf Outing and resides in Belleville with her husband and two sons.
Kirstie Brooks, Physician Liaison
