Loran's career in health care began in NJ, at William Paterson University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in the field of Health Sciences in 1988. From there, he would eventually go on to pursue the field of alternative & complimentary healthcare, in which he continues to study to this day. In 1994, he completed his initial certification in Massage & Bodywork. Later that same year, he became nationally certified with the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork, and has since advanced that to board certification. Before 1994 ended, he also earned his certification in Neuromuscular Therapy, from the pioneer in that modality, Paul St. John. The following year, Loran established and opened The Essex Group Institute for Massage and Bodywork, which was approved by the NJ State Department of Education. For eight years, he was the owner/operator and head instructor of the institute, developing and teaching courses in a variety of subjects. Throughout the years, Loran has earnestly studied the medical aspect of the Massage & Bodywork profession, and again, with the pioneers of those particular and unique disciplines. Some of his more noteworthy teachers include: • French osteopathic physicians Jean-Pierre Barral and Alain Croibier (evaluation

techniques; visceral, neural, and arterial manipulations; physical traumas; emotional connections); • French medical doctor and osteopathic physician Bruno Chikly (evaluation techniques; lymph drainage therapy; lymphedema/complex decongestive physiotherapy; brain & spinal cord treatments; chronic fatigue/fibromyalgia protocols); • American osteopathic physician John Upledger (evaluation techniques; craniosacral therapies). • Also, in 1997, Loran had the opportunity and the privilege to participate in a six-day intensive hands-on human dissection/gross anatomy course at the University of Medicine and Dentistry in Newark NJ. Loran has been a professional medical bodywork practitioner for the last 28 years, and continues to study, practice, and teach, focusing on this alternative & complimentary form of healthcare. Over the course of those years, he has gained considerable knowledge in anatomy, physiology, and pathology; acquired a great deal of indispensable clinical experience; and has significantly honed his evaluative and treatment skills. Although a lot can be accomplished through the treatment sessions, Loran believes in addressing the person holistically, taking into consideration all aspects of their health and well-being. He truly feels that this is the most ideal approach, in order to achieve the most optimal results. When not working, Loran enjoys numerous physical activities in the great outdoors, traveling and exploring the countryside, and engaging in various musical interests.

Phone: 973-650-3100 Email: loran.medicalbodywork@gmail.com