Medical Staff

Medical Staff

Steven G. Meress MD, FACP
Medical Director

Dr. Meress is a board certified Internal Medicine Specialist experienced in Emergency Medicine, Primary Care, Wellness and Longevity techniques. Dr. Meress completed his Bachelors of Science from the University of Wisconsin Madison in Medical Microbiology and received his medical degree from St. George University in Grenada, West Indies. Dr. Meress completed his last two years of medical school primarily in New York City and his residency at the University of Wisconsin-Marshfield Clinic in 1989. Since completion of his residency, he has been a staff physician and Chief of Emergency Medicine until founding and starting Fox Valley Wellness Center in 1999. Dr. Meress received Board-Certification in Holistic Medicine in 2006. He is also considered one of the foremost "Lyme-literate" physicians in the country, treating well over 500 patients with Lyme Disease.

Gina Knudsen, PA-C, MPAS
Physician Assistant

Mrs. Knudsen holds a Masters Degree in Physician Assistant studies from Midwestern University. She has 10 years of experience specializing in primary care with an emphasis on women's health, lyme disease and minor cosmetic procedures.

Michael Buyze, BS, MS, L.Ac
Acupuncture

Mr. Buyze has been practicing Acupuncture since 1998. He holds a Masters Degrees in Oriental Medicine and Exercise Physiology. He is currently a faculty member at The Midwest College of Oriental Medicine. Michael assists people in finding relief from various conditions including insomnia, acute and chronic pain syndromes, smoking cessation and PMS. He has had much success with patients with fertility issues.

Brian Borden, ND
Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Borden received his doctorate from the United States School of Naturopathy and is board certified through the American Naturopathic Certification Board (ANCB) as a Certified Traditional Naturopath (CTN). Dr. Borden was originally drawn to natural healthcare through the acquaintance of various 'bio-feedback' screening techniques and has since been blessed with the opportunity to work in close collaboration with Medical Doctors, Chiropractors, Dentists, and other Naturopaths since 1996.

Dr. Borden's special interests include 'dental naturopathy', thermography, EAV, detoxification, and neural-emotional release. His primary specialty at Fox Valley Wellness Center is Computerized Bio-Resonance Screening (CBRS - a derivative of EAV) - a type of bio-feedback employed to uncover obstacles, deficiencies, and imbalances that impede efforts toward wellness. Dr. Borden is experienced in the use of various homeopathics, herbs, nutriceuticals, and detoxification methods in the effort of enabling people to systematically improve their level of health.

Kim Wildner
Certified Hypnotherapist

A childbirth professional for 15 years, Kim is certified in HypnoBirthing, a technique to help parents have a calmer, more gentle birth. She has been certified since 2001. Her training was through the Institute of Transformation Hypnotherapy, which is licensed by the Michigan State Board of Education. Kim is also a member in good standing of the National Guild of Hypnotists. As an entry-level midwife, she began a journey that has taken her to where she is today.

Besides actively teaching classes in HypnoBirthing, Kim also focuses on utilizing her skills for situations such as Smoking Cessation, Pain Management, sports improvement and stress reduction.

Kim's role at Fox Valley Wellness Center is to integrate her hypnosis skills into the patient detailed treatment plan. She is also available to see patients independent of the medical provider. Kim will be teaching classes in HypnoBirthing starting Fall, 2007.
Email: kim@kimwildner.com

Becky and Pam, CNA, Aesthetician
Clinical Assistants

Becky has 10 years of CNA experience and Pam has 15 years. Both have 5 years of aesthetics.

Kim
Shipping and Receiving

Donna and Tammy
Receptionists

Lilly
Office Support

Lilly has 7 years of experience under her collar with pet therapy and official greeter.