Meet the Provider

Dr. Alisha Schafer

Education and Training:

  • Bachelor of Arts in Human Biology with minor in Chemistry (SIU Carbondale)

  • Bachelor of Science in Human Biology (National University of Health Sciences, Lombard, IL)

  • Chiropractic Internship (Salvation Army Clinics, Chicago, IL)

  • Internal Medicine Clerkship (Graduate Hospital, Philadelphia, PA)

  • Doctorate of Chiropractic Medicine (National University of Health Sciences, Lombard, IL)

Dr. Alisha Schafer spent several years operating her chiropractic practice in Chicago, IL before moving back to her hometown of Highland to be closer to family. Modern Health and Wellness was developed to bring high quality, personalized, and stress free healthcare services to the community.

Common conditions treated:

  • back pain

  • neck pain

  • shoulder pain

  • knee pain

  • hip pain

  • plantar fasciitis

  • sprain/strains

  • muscle pain

  • sciatica

  • disc disorder

  • work and sports-related injuries

  • tennis elbow

  • headaches and migraines

  • neuropathy

  • fibromyalgia

  • arthritis

  • carpal tunnel syndrome

  • whiplash

  • pregnancy related pain

Modern Health and Wellness Inc. is committed to providing exceptional, individualized care. Our staff strives to provide a welcoming and comfortable environment for all patients.
brown and black clipboard with white spinal cord print manual
brown and black clipboard with white spinal cord print manual

FAQs

What types insurance do you accept?

All major insurance plans are accepted. We are in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, Aetna, Humana, and Medicare. Your coverage and benefits are dependent on your individual insurance plan.

Can I fill out paperwork/forms ahead of time?

Yes! Use our "New Patient Forms" button to download and print the paperwork. You can complete the forms and bring them to the office at the time of your first appointment. If you do not have access to a printer, please arrive a few minutes early to fill out the necessary paperwork.

I'd like to book an appointment online. What type of appointment should I choose?

Our online booking system offers a "new patient visit" option for individuals who are new to the office. If you have never been a patient at the office previously, this is the correct booking selection for you.

The "existing patient new injury visit" option is for those who have been seen at the office previously and are experiencing a new type of pain, new location of pain, or new injury. This selection is also appropriate for those who have not been seen in the office for more than 3 months.

The "basic visit" is for current patients only. This includes a brief assessment and chiropractic adjustment.

The "comprehensive treatment visit" is for current patients only. This visit includes brief assessment as well as chiropractic adjustments along with other therapies.