Benessair Health
Certified, Committed,
Compassionate
Our Board-Certified physicians and expert level trainers are top of their fields and dedicated to helping our clients maximize their health.
Dr. Carrie Bordinko, RN, BSN, MD– Founder and CEO
Dr. Carrie Bordinko is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. Creating the space of Consolaré and Benessair Health has been her dream in the making over the last 20 years.
Dr. Bordinko practices what she preaches by maintaining a daily regimen of fitness, nutrition, and moderation. She spends her limited free time weight lifting, boxing, horseback riding, and is currently mastering gymnastics, all after the age of 50.
Education and Achievements ↦
- Voted “Top Doctors In Concierge Medicine nationally” – for 2012, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2020.
- BA – Nursing – Arizona State University. Graduated Summa Cum Laude
- Medical Degree from Saba University
- Internal Medicine Residency at Saint Joseph Hospital and Medical Center – Phoenix, AZ. Earned Resident of the Year Award
- Achieved the first-ever third-year Chief Residency in Internal Medicine at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona
Chris Ruiz, Hyperbaric Technician
Chris Ruiz attended National Polytechnic College of Oceaneering and Engineering after serving in the United States Marine Corps. Chris has over 12 years of diving and hyperbaric experience, working both in the dive industry as well as the medical setting. He has vast knowledge and experience in many different facets of hyperbarics, from working not only as an advanced diver/medic in the Gulf of Mexico with deep sea divers, but also as a safety director in the hospital setting. He has been a guest speaker for respiratory students as well as lectured on decompression sickness at hyperbaric symposiums around the country. He was also part of the BIMA (Brain Injury and Mechanisms of Action) study with the DoD.
Education and Achievements ↦
- Bachelors of Science in Health Care Administration Grand Canyon University – Phoenix, AZ January 2016 to February 2019
- Associates in Marine Technology National Polytechnic College of Engineering and Oceaneering – San Diego, CA March 2005 to August 2006
- U.S. Marines Carrington College to teach 1999 to 2004
Stefanie Dawson, Hyperbaric Technician, RN, BSN,
Education and Achievements ↦
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San Diego State University, Bachelor of Science in Nursing, 1992
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Transformational Nurse Coach 2020
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Holistic Nurse 2020
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American Heart Association BLS-CPR certified
Holly Hamilton, Physical Therapist
Education and Achievements ↦
- Shenandoah University, Masters degree – Physical Therapy
- University of Connecticut, Bachelors Degree – Corporate Fitness
- Arizona Licensed Physical Therapist (license number 9118)
- CPR Certified
Arthur Santanna, Personal Trainer
Arthur Santanna, NYC native, comes to Benessair from a successful athletic career of playing both college and professional basketball. After playing four years for Texas A&M Int University (and securing a championship), Arthur began playing professional basketball in Brazil for two years, where he was originally born. Arthur then suffered a hip injury, forcing him to learn the importance of rehabilitation and injury prevention. He discovered his passion for personal training, secured his NASM, and began training athletes and individuals of all ages and athletic ranges. His focus is on strength training, mobility/functional training, injury prevention, and sport specific training. He believes everyone should be able to feel like an athlete; strong, mobile and pain free and makes his workouts fun!
Education and Achievements ↦
- Professional Basketball Player Brazil (Nova Basquete Ponta Grossa – NBPG)
EDUCATION
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Texas A&M International University , Laredo, TX 12/17 Bachelors, Communication Minor, Sociology
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Eastern Wyoming College , Torrington, WY Associates, Arts and Science
Kim Jones, Personal Trainer
Coach Kim Jones began a career in the fitness industry as a personal trainer in 2002. She shifted her emphasis to training athletes in 2004, while she was teaching at Notre Dame Academy High School. Coach Kim has spent her career developing and implementing strength and conditioning programs at all levels of academic institutions. She has overseen programs for men and women in basketball, volleyball, beach volleyball, baseball, softball, water polo, soccer, golf, track and field, soccer, football, swimming and diving. Coach Kim is trailblazer in her field participating in committees on health and wellness at a variety of levels. She is an advocate and coaches on the 5 Pillars of health optimization: Nutrition, Movement, Sleep, Stress (Gut Health) and Detoxification.
Her education has helped her blend the functional neurology of pain relief with performance enhancement protocols. She knows that the body and brain must work together to create athleticism and movement efficiency, while mitigating pain. Her focus is on tapping into the Neural Hierarchy: Visual system, Vestibular (Balance) system and Proprioceptive (Sensory) system in order to improve communication within the nervous system. Better communication allows the brain to feel safe, which helps it ease up on the brakes and unlocks movement freedom.
Education and Achievements ↦
- Coach Kim has coached at UCLA (2008), California State University, Northridge (2008-2010), the United States Tennis Association (2010-2011) and El Camino College.
- In 2019 co-authored a book titled “Dear Her” with her Convos with Coaches podcast host Coach Leslie Trujillo.
- Presented in 2019 at the Annual Classified Conference speaking on Nutrition as a lifestyle tool for achieving optimal health.
EDUCATION
- Xavier University of Louisiana in Psychology (2001)/ BS
- Loyola Marymount University in Secondary Education (2007)/ MA
CERTIFICATIONS / ORGANIZATIONS
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)
- Z Health Practitioner (R Phase, I Phase)
- USA Weightlifting Club Coach (USAW)
- Rocktape FMT Performance / Rocktape FMT Basic
- Rad Mobility 1 / Rad Mobility 2
- Functional Medicine Health Coach
- Certification in Exercise Nutrition/Precision Nutrition (PN1)
- IFBB Pro
Pete Saenz, Soft Tissue Specialist
Pete Saenz has joined Consolaré and Benessair to fulfill his goals of using his knowledge of deep tissue therapy, PNF Stretching, Sports Injury Massage and Kinesiology. Pete is excited to bring his talents and skills to a medical facility that brings a compliment of providers blending their talents for the interest of client wellness. Pete received his degree in Kinesiology from WSU in January 2011. He joins us with over 10-years experience working with athletes of all ages and individuals that are interested in improving as well as maintaining athletic conditioning. He has a great understanding that proactive soft tissue conditioning and stretch play key role in performing at your best
Education and Achievements ↦
- Associate in in kinesiology WSU Tri-Cities, Richland, WA
- LMT, Arizona School of Massage Therapy – Phoenix, AZ
Corinne Black, RN, BSN
Corinne Black come to us with an extensive and well rounded background in nursing with a major focus on infusion therapy. Corinne is a graduate of Mount Mercy University with her Bachelor of Science in nursing in 2012 and has been very active in her field ever since. In addition to the many specialty certifications she holds in her field she has received many honors and leadership roles. She enjoys her work and it shows in great enthusiasm with her clients.
Education and Achievements ↦
Education
- Mount Mercy University – Cedar Rapids, IA – 2012 GPA 3.53
Licensing & Certifications
- Registered Nurse, State of Iowa – 2012-2014
- Registered Nurse, State of Arizona- 2014-Present
- Pediatric Nursing Certification Board (Certified Pediatric Nurse) -2013-Present
- APHON Chemotherapy Certification- 2015-Current
- American Heart Association BLS-CPR – 2019-2021
- American Heart Association PALS Certified – 2019-2021
- UHC/AACN Nurse Residency Program 2012-2013
- Certified Nursing Assistant – 2009
Honors & Leadership
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Relief Charge Nurse – 2015-2017
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Preceptor for New Staff Nurses – 2013-2017
- Cross-Trained to Float to PICU, NICU, & Outpatient Infusion Center – 2012-2019
- NDNQI Skin Survey Committee Member – 2016-2019
- Attendee of APHON Annual Conference & Exhibit – September 2016
- Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society Kappa Xi Chapter – (Induction) 2011
Kristi Stickelman, BSN
Kristi is a Graduate of Vanderbilt University, Nashville TN with Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She has been practicing nursing since 1984 in a variety of settings, with a particular expertise in home infusion therapy since 2002. She has assisted Consolaré and Benessair since 2009. Kristi is married and has four adult children and three grandchildren. In her free time she enjoys travel, exercise, hiking, and spending quality time with family and close friends.
Education and Achievements ↦
- BS in Nursing Vanderbilt University – Nashville, TN 1980 to 1984
- Member of The Infusion Nurses Society October 2007 to Present
- CPR certified
Jeri Davis, RN, MBA
Jeri joined the team in 2010 as a nurse consultant; she cares for patients in their homes, she has assisted Consolaré and Benessair in a variety of capacities. Jeri holds a Bachelor’s in Nursing from Southern Nazarene University and a Master’s in Business from University of Phoenix. She has practiced nursing since 1988 in a variety of clinical and healthcare business roles. Her expertise lies in intensive care and pain management nursing, as well as triage. In her free time she enjoys singing and everything that involves Major League Baseball.
Education and Achievements ↦
- Arizona State Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse Basic Life Support
- American College of Healthcare Executives – Member since 2007
- American Society for Pain Management Nurses – Member 2002-2007
- Master’s in Business Administration, 2000 University of Phoenix, Emphasis in Healthcare Management
- Bachelors of Science (B.S.) Nursing, 1988, Southern Nazarene University
Kehart Racoma, AGNP-c, MSN-Ed, CWCN
Kehart joined Consolaré and Benessair in 2012 with a key interest in wound and ostomy care, as well as Diabetes management and education, alongside her Research Fellowship. She received her Bachelors and Masters of Nursing from Arizona State University, where she is currently studying for her Doctorate of Nurse Practice to become a Nurse Practitioner. In her spare time, which is little, she enjoys traveling and family time.
Education and Achievements ↦
- 2004-2006 Mesa Boswell CC Nursing ADN
- 2009 Arizona State University Nursing RN-BSN
- 2011-2013 Arizona State University Nursing, Education MSN-Ed
- 2015-present Arizona State University Nursing, Adult/Gero DNP
Richard Greeley, RN
Rich Greely has assisted Consolaré and Benessair in a variety of capacities since early 2019 and acts as a nursing consultant as well as cares for patients in their homes. Rich holds an Associate’s in Nursing from Broward College in South Florida. He has practiced nursing since 2008 in the State of AZ in a variety of clinical setting with Banner Health. His expertise lies in critical care, cardiac care, pre and post surgical procedures, as well as triage.
Education and Achievements ↦
• Registered Nurse in the State of Arizona. BLS and ACLS certified
• Education 2003·2008 Broward College, AS in Nursing
• BLS, ACLS, PALS and Basic EKG certified
Tanya Batche, RDN, Dietitian
Tanya Batche is an inspirational and interpersonal innovator who motivates clients and employees to exceed expectations as she does with all who work with her. She is a corporate dietitian in healthcare with demonstrated expertise in dietetics, dining services, nutritional consulting, food service management, kitchen and equipment specification and design, menu development and analysis, and dietitian training programs.
Education and Achievements ↦
- Received RDN, LD from University of Akron
- Bachelors Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition
- ADA Certificate in Adult Weight Management
Chris Lenza – Executive Chef
Executive chef Chris Lenza is a leader in the food and beverage industry with a long history of culinary achievement. He is known for his diverse menu development, global food preparation, recipe construction, and the infusion of locally sourced ingredients into daily menus. He has also overseen the daily operations for a successful food service operation that generates $1.7M+ in annual revenue. His recent background includes acting as the Executive Chef for Bon Appetit Management Company-Musical Instrument Museum where he was awarded the Compass Group USA Super Chef award in 2019. Prior to that he acted as a chef for Kai restaurant, where he created seasonal recipes, appetizers and entrees.
Education and Achievements ↦
Chef Chris began his culinary career with a diploma in the culinary arts from the French Culinary Institute in New York. He has also received an Italian Culinary and Culture certificate and has trained at the Culinary Institute of America Plant Forward Summit. He is dedicated to creating enticing, palatable, and delicious meals from scratch using healthy cooking techniques and ingredients. He has a strong commitment to pure and natural sources.
Shuyuan Hong, MS, Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner
Dr. Michael Breus, PhD– The Sleep Doctor
Dr. Michael Breus is a Clinical Psychologist and both a Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine and a Fellow of The American Academy of Sleep Medicine. He was one of the youngest people to have passed the Board at age 31 and, with a specialty in Sleep Disorders, is one of only 168 psychologists in the world with his credentials and distinction. Dr. Breus is on the clinical advisory board of The Dr. Oz Show and appears regularly on the show.
Education and Achievements ↦
- Diplomate of the American Board of Sleep Medicine
- The American Academy of Sleep Medicine – Fellow
- Clinical Advisory Board – Dr. Oz Show
- Author of (enter books/publications)
- Teaching and Appearances – CNN, Oprah, The View, Anderson Cooper, Rachael Ray, Fox and Friends, The Doctors, Joy Behar, The CBS Early Show, The Today Show, Kelly and Michael
Dr. Greg Evangelista, MD– Orthopaedic Surgeon
Education and Achievements ↦
- BA with Honors in Chemistry- Pennsylvania State University, State College, PA
- Medical School – New York University School of Medicine, NY
- Residency at the Hospital of Joint Diseases – NYU, NY
- Chief of Orthopaedic Surgery at Honor Health Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center
- Clinical Assistant Professor – Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix
- Voted “Top Doctor” in PHOENIX Magazine – 2010, 2013 – 2016
Dr. Saima Saeed, MD– Medical Oncology and Hematology
Dr. Saima Saeed is a board-certified Medical Oncologist and Hematologist practicing in Arizona for the last 16 years at leading cancer intuitions. Dr. Saeed evaluates and treats patients with various types of cancer and strives to provide comprehensive and personalized care. She believes every patient should receive compassionate care and comprehensive attention, and is committed to taking as much time as her patients need to understand their treatment options. In her spare time she enjoys yoga, strength training and barre classes. She is an animal advocate, incredibly well-traveled and a self-proclaimed foodie.
Education and Achievements ↦
- BA – Psychology – University of Oklahoma College of Arts and Sciences – Norman, OK. Graduated Magna Cum Laude
- Medical Degree – University of Oklahoma College of Medicine – Oklahoma City, OK
- Internal Medicine Residency at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center – Phoenix, AZ. Earned Resident of the Year Award
- Medical Director for CTCA Outpatient Care Centers in Scottsdale, N. Phoenix, Gilbert
- Board Certified Medical Oncologist and Hematologist at Cancer Treatment Centers of America