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Theresa Santoiemmo

RN, LMT, NASM-CPT & CNC, CPEN, CPN

Founder of Avanti Health & Fitness

Registered Nurse, Licensed Massage Therapist, Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, Certified Pediatric Emergency Nurse, and Corporate Wellness Educator  

Theresa is a skilled healthcare professional with 15 years of experience as a Pediatric Emergency Nurse, Clinical Educator in Pediatric Emergency Medicine, and Community Outreach Educator. During her tenure at Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital, she noticed an epidemic of pain and the lack of mobility plaguing our children and their families. She recognized a greater need to provide preventive health services along with holistic lifestyle coaching to ensure a better quality of life for ALL.

In addition to Theresa’s experience in emergency medicine, she has a story of personal growth. At a young age, she sustained a childhood sports injury which has caused 25 years of pervasive pain; however, her quality of life improved with myofascial release techniques, proper  nutrition, and kinetic therapy (healing through movement).  With these holistic tools to navigate chronic pain, Theresa has improved her quality of life and is committed to helping others achieve the same results!

Theresa's clinical experience and education, combined with her personal journey, inspired her creation of Avanti Health & Fitness. The founding principles of Avanti is based on an integrated approach including fitness, nutrition, massage therapy, education, and community.  Avanti’s mission is to improve quality of life for ALL through RESTORING wellness and OPTIMIZING performance, so clients can THRIVE. 

Additionally, Theresa brings her crucial perspective on holistic body systems and the interconnected nature of muscle movement in relation to pain and mobility.

Partner with Theresa to learn more about the interworking of your body through fitness, massage, and nutrition!

Education:

• Bachelors of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Ursuline College
• Graduate of Cleveland Institute of Medical Massage Program
• Certified Personal Trainer from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)
• Certified Nutrition Coach from the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM)