meet the team
Chiropractor
Danielle Fratellone D.C.
Dr. Danielle Fratellone is a graduate of Palmer College of Chiropractic West 2011 which is in the San Francisco Bay area. After graduating from Chiropractic school, she owned and operated an award-winning family practice in Pleasanton, CA for over 7 years. Her practice won "Best of" for several years as well as being congressionally recognized for her philanthropic involvement in the community.
Dr. Danielle became the new owner of University Chiropractic in May 2019 upon Dr. Childers' retirement. She is beyond excited to have expanded the team here at U.C. Dr. Danielle is a family wellness chiropractor with a passion for pediatric and prenatal chiropractic care. She started her journey into the wellness care profession as a massage therapist in the Poconos, PA for 5 years before becoming a chiropractor of more than 10 years. She has been trained in multiple chiropractic and massage techniques such as Webster, Palmer diversified, SOT, Activator, pediatrics, sports, extremities and nutritional education. Dr. Danielle is also trained in helping athletes as well utilizing Rock Tape as she is a certified "Rock Doc"
Dr. Danielle is extensively trained in working with pregnant women and children. She is certified by ICPA on the Webster Technique which focuses on balancing the pelvis of pregnant women. This, in turn, helps with a better pregnancy and delivery for mom and the baby. and BIRTHFIT™. Read about BIRTHFIT™ mission and benefits during pregnancy on their website here. Dr. Danielle has many years of experience working with mothers and their midwives & doulas.
In her free time, Dr. D. loves to read, play golf, take long hikes with her rescue pup, Shasta and kayaking and paddle boarding the beautiful waterways of the Triangle.
Therapy Dog
sHASTA
Also, joining the team, is her puppy “Shasta”. She is a sweet girl who loves kisses. Dr. D and Shasta are looking forward to meeting all of you and being an integral part of the University Chiropractic team.
Massage Therapist
Lori Glenn, LMBT #4301
Lori was certified by the National Certification Board of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. She is graduate of the Medical Arts Massage School in Raleigh and has been licensed in North Carolina since 2003. Her interest in bodywork began in college with her concentration in the arts and life drawing classes. Her pursuit to ornament the body with crystals and stones eventually led to her interest in massage and Reiki.
Lori is level 2 Reiki Practitioner certified in the Usui Shiki Ryoho system. She has received training in massage methods such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Hot Stone Massage, CranioSacral Therapy and Reflexology. She has worked in the corporate environment for twelve years doing chair massage, working to improve her clients' understanding of their body while sitting at a desk daily. She is also a certified GYROTONIC® trainer and has been fortunate to study with master trainers Kathy Van Patten, Sebastian Plettenberg, Miriam Barbosa and with the creator Juliu Horvath. Teaching this movement has deepened her understanding of the body and how it moves. Lori also teaches educational workshops to couples and groups in massage and movement.
HOURS:
Monday - Friday: By Appointment
RATES:
60-Minute Massage: $85
90-Minute Massage: $115
Massage Therapist
Terri Urban, LMBT #1241
Terri Urban began her healing career as a physical therapist assistant in 1996, then went on to Medical Arts Massage School in 2000, and completed ATSI Structural Integration training in 2008. Along the way she has studied shamanism and energy healing in various traditions including- working with Cherokee teachings with Will Rockingbear and his apprentices, various teachers in Peruvian traditions, Reiki, and Matrix Energetics.
erri is able to bridge physical bodywork with energy healing in a way that is grounded, and practical. She believes in meeting you wherever you are on your journey; she can talk physical anatomy, or dive deep into energetics/esoteric. In every session, Terri allows a space for an organic unfolding for what you need that day. Her massage and structural integration work includes myofascial release, nerve work, visceral manipulation, craniosacral therapy, and deep tissue massage. Shamanic work may include techniques such as cord cutting, soul retrieval, and journeying.
Thursday - Friday: By Appointment
TO SCHEDULE:
https://theintrovertedhealer.com/contact/
RATES:
60-Minute Massage: $90
Energy Work, Structural Integration, 90 Minutes Massage: $135
Office manager
Melissa Borders
Melissa Borders is the office manager for University Chiropractic. She is a Certified Clinical Chiropractic Assistant and NCCA X Ray Technician through the NCBOE, and a certified BIRTHFIT™ Leader. Outside of the practice she is just starting out as a Birth and Postpartum Doula, and loves to talk about all things pregnancy related. In her free time she enjoys cooking, and spending time with her husband Justin and children Jackson and Alivia.
Melissa grew up in New York on Long Island, and studied Music Education at Temple University in Philadelphia. She is excited to make an impact working with the Durham community alongside Dr Danielle and Shasta at University Chiropractic.
Receptionist
Luz Rodriguez
Luz Rodriguez is a receptionist at University Chiropractic. She is an experienced servant leader with a proven track record of planning and implementing strategic teamwork solutions that foster communication and collaboration, with operations and Project Management background. Luz grew up in Miami Florida, lived in Queens New York, and moved to Durham NC to start her family.
Outside of the practice, she attends yoga and works on focused training including mobility, endurance, strength, and/or power. In her free time, she enjoys reading, music, hiking, and spending time with her partner and 2 furry dogs. Luz is looking forward to pursuing her chiropractic studies as she works alongside Dr. Danielle to make an impact serving the community of Durham.
OFFICE HOURS
Monday
7:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Wednesday
7:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Thursday
7:30am - 12:30pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 1:00pm
Saturday
Closed
University Chiropractic
2717 Western Bypass #109
Durham, NC 27705
(919) 493-1940