McMahon Chiropractic and Physical Therapy
Meet Our Doctors & Staff
Dr. McMahon serves as an extension faculty member for Palmer College of Chiropractic and Northwestern College of Chiropractic in their preceptor programs. He is proud to be a career long member of the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association serving in all district offices as well as being elected to the WCA board of directors for 17 years. In addition to his board service, he was elected to two terms as president of the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association. Dr. McMahon has taught in the chiropractic assistant training program for the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association. He has served on his church pastoral and finance counsels, and the YMCA board of directors. He has also been the team doctor for the Regis football team. He also serves as a mentor to the UWEC-Kinesiology majors. He offers an internship to those students wanting to continue their education in chiropractic. A career long goal of his was realized in 2001 with the relocation of the facility to our current location. He is proud to be a part of a state-of-the-art clinic that combines the practices of chiropractic and physical therapy to enhance the overall well being of our patients. In 2007 Dr. McMahon was recognized by his peers as Chiropractor of the Year for the state of Wisconsin. Dr. McMahon is married to his wife Peggy and they have three children-Molly, Patrick, and Lauren. He enjoys spending time with his family at his cabin on Shell Lake along with playing golf, paddleball at the YMCA, and hunting.
Dr. Michael McMahon is a Regis High School graduate. He completed his pre-chiropractic training at UW Lacrosse and graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1980. He started his chiropractic practice in January of 1981 here in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Completing advanced training in radiography, Logan basic methods, and advanced training in sports injuries, Dr. McMahon holds certification as a sports practitioner from Northwestern Chiropractic College and the American Chiropractic Association. Dr. McMahon has completed advanced training in orthopedics through Northwestern Chiropractic College and has been used as an expert witness for numerous personal injury cases.
Dr. Curtis Black is a native of Eau Claire. He graduated from Regis High School and attended UWEC prior to enrolling in Chiropractic College. Dr. Black graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1989 as Valedictorian of his class. He began practice at McMahon Chiropractic Clinic in 1989. He has advanced training in the treatment of auto accident related injuries and is certified in chiropractic spinal trauma by the International Chiropractic Association. In 2008 Dr. Black completed a three-year course in neurology and became board certified by the International Board of Chiropractic Neurologists. He has presented seminars, in conjunction with a prominent legal firm, for other Doctors of Chiropractic on how to testify as an expert witness in personal injury cases. Dr. Black has been a member of the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association since 1989 and has served as district Vice President and Secretary/Treasurer.
Dr. Black is a member of the Noon Exchange Club where he has served on the board of directors and as chairman of the Youth Committee. He was elected Exchangite of the year in 1995. He is a volunteer for United Cerebral Palsy and served on the board of directors for twelve years. He also served as UCP Board President for two years. He currently serves on the board of directors for the United Cerebral Palsy Foundation. He has also served on the Board of Directors for the Chippewa Valley Theatre Guild.
Dr. Black and his wife Barbara, have eight children. As a family, they are active in 4-H and several local homeschooling groups. In his free time Dr. Black likes to spend time with his family, travel, bike, cook and read.
Dr. Bryan Henslin is a Wisconsin native from Fond du Lac, attended the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where he studies and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biology in May 2006. While doing his undergraduate work, Dr. Henslin was a research assistant under the direction of Dr. John Folts at the University Hospital's Coronary Thrombosis Research and Prevention Laboratory. There, he studied the effects of grape seed, skin, and stem extracts, and red wine on certain risk factors associated with the development of cardiovascular disease.
After his undergraduate studies, Dr. Henslin attended Logan College of Chiropractic in St. Louis, MO. While there, he obtained a second Bachelor’s degree in Human Biology in December 2008. He also obtained a Master of Science in Sports Science and Rehabilitation degree from Logan University in April 2010. Dr. Henslin graduated with his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Logan in December 2009. As a component of the Master’s degree, Dr. Bryan completed an internship in the Spring of 2010 for the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee’s, Athletic Strength and Conditioning Department. There, he was responsible for overseeing training and rehabilitation programs for all their athletes; and was fortunate to contribute to both Track and Field and Volleyball winning Horizon League Championships. Dr. Henslin is a member of the Wisconsin Chiropractic Association, American College of Sports Medicine, and American Chiropractic Association. Additionally, he is a member of the Young Professionals of Chippewa Valley, Eau Claire Chamber Business Expo and Health and Wellness Committees, the Eau Claire United and Aris soccer clubs, and volunteers his time with Regis High School Athletics. Dr. Andrea Schaefer grew up in the city of Chilton, WI. Chilton is a small town on the east side of Wisconsin. After high school she attended the University of Wisconsin- Madison. She graduated in 2007 with a bachelor's of science degree majoring in Kinesiology. While at Madison, Dr. Schaefer was a member of the University of Wisconsin Marching Band. Some of her favorite memories are of her time in band. Through band she was able to meet some of her best friends, attend Badger home games, 4 Big Ten games, 3 Packer games at Lambeau Field, and 4 bowl games. Needless to say, she is a big Badger fan. Shortly after graduating from Madison, Dr. Schaefer started her chiropractic education at Palmer College of Chiropractic in Davenport, IA. While at Palmer, she was involved in many clubs and served as class treasurer. She also tutored a first trimester anatomy course and served as an assistant instructor in the diagnosis and radiology department which allowed her to assist early trimester students with mastering the college's curriculum. For Dr. Schaefer, the most life changing experience at Palmer was a clinic abroad trip to Madagascar. In Madagascar, clinics were set up to provide health care to people who otherwise do not have access. Madagascar is one of the poorest countries in the world and this experience truly made her appreciate all opportunities she has. After a little over three years of study, Dr. Schaefer graduated from Palmer College of Chiropractic in June 2011 as valedictorian of her class and was inducted to the international chiropractic honor society, Pi Tau Delta. As a new resident to Eau Claire, Dr Schaefer is excited to learn about the city and become involved in the community. She is eager to meet members of the community and assist them with their health concerns.
Kerry Burnside P.T. joined McMahon Chiropractic and Physical Therapy in April 2007. She was previously employed at Pennock Hospital in Hastings, Michigan as a Physical Therapy Supervisor. She provided physical therapy in the hospital, in home care and outpatient therapy settings. Kerry received the Pennock Professional Partner Award for excellence in customer service in 2004. Kerry received her physical therapy degree from the University of Wisconsin – Madison in 1990. She also received her Pilates Mat Certification from the Professional Health and Fitness Institute in 2003. Kerry is licensed in both Wisconsin and Michigan and is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association. Kerry has completed post graduate course work in orthopedic manual therapy, functional exercise programs and muscle stabilization. She enjoys working with all ages and looks forward to expanding her Pilates certification. Kerry and her husband Keith recently moved to the Fall Creek area and have 2 children, Sedona and Kyle. They enjoy biking, gardening, canoeing and hiking.
