Whether they ’ re providing physical therapy, cancer treatment, or promoting mental health and wellness, the women in this section are all working to improve health care across Southeastern Wisconsin. Learn more about their work in these profiles.
“ WOMEN DESERVE A HIGHER STANDARD OF HEALTH CARE. ”
– BRENDA HEINECKE
R E VITALIZ E PHYSICAL TH E RAPY
Dr. Brenda Heinecke, PT, DPT, CSCS, is the founder of Revitalize Physical Therapy and a leader in women’s health. Revitalize Physical Therapy’s mission is to change women’s health care by providing an integrative and comprehensive model. She is redefining women ’ s health care through elevated, whole-person care that integrates pelvic health and performance with long-term well-being.
“ I AM PASSIONATE ABOUT EMPOWERING PATIENTS IN THEIR TREATMENT DECISIONS. ”
– ALLISON MURRAY
BR E NDA H E IN E CK E , PT, DPT, CSCS 414-331-2323
REVITALIZE-PT.COM
CITY OF HOP E CANC E R C E NT E R
A board-certified breast surgical oncologist at City of Hope® Cancer Center in Northern Illinois, Dr. Allison Murray has expertise in a wide range of surgical treatment options for breast cancer, including advanced oncoplastic procedures. Coming soon, Dr. Murray will also be seeing patients for surgical consultations and minor procedures in Brookfield, Wisconsin.
ALLISON MURRAY, M.D. 262-444-5148
CITYOFHOPE.ORG/SOUTHEAST-WI
Women’s Health Care Waukesha
TH E DOCTORS OF WOM E N’S H E ALTH CARE
Women’s Health Care is a femalephysician-owned obstetric and gynecology practice rooted in compassionate, personalized care for patients at every stage of life. The practice’s mission is to build strong, trusting relationships with women by delivering the highest quality medical care grounded in respect, empathy and attention to individual needs.
Founded on the belief that every woman deserves evidence-based care, the practice offers a broad spectrum of services that addresses both routine and complex health concerns. These services include annual wellness exams, family planning and contraception guidance, comprehensive obstetrics support throughout pregnancy, and specialized gynecologic care such as pap screenings, in-office procedures and menopause management.
With obstetric care designed to prioritize the well-being of both mothers and babies, the providers can use in-office ultrasounds and fetal monitoring to support healthy pregnancies and deliver personalized birthing plans.
From early prenatal visits to delivery, the team emphasizes clear communication, informed choice and compassionate support.
Women’s Health Care also provides infertility services, helping individuals and couples navigate the emotional and medical complexities of fertility challenges. These services include evaluation, first-line treatment options and ongoing support tailored to each patient’s circumstances.
Led by an experienced, all-female team of obstetrician-gynecologists and physician assistants, the practice fosters an environment where patients feel listened to, respected and
“ WE ARE DEVOTED TO PROVIDING COMPLETE WOMEN’S HEALTH SERVICES AND BUILDING STRONG AND TRUSTING RELATIONSHIPS WITH OUR PATIENTS. ”
From left: Rachel Anderson, MPAS, PA-C; Michelle Streit, MPAP, PA-C; Dr. Dana Akiya, MD; Dr. Laura Epperson, MD; Dr. Krystal Mazola, MD; Dr. Kristine Sullivan, MD; Dr. Mary McComis, MD; Dr. Sarah Amherdt, MD; Hannah Banfield, MPAS, PA-C 262-549-2229
721 AMERICAN AVE., SUITE 304, WAUKESHA WOMENSHEALTHCAREWAUKESHA.COM
empowered to make confident decisions about their health care. Whether addressing routine wellness, pregnancy care or complex reproductive concerns, Women’s Health Care strives to deliver care that is compassionate, accessible, and deeply patient-centered.
VIVA Wellness
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Jennifer Hruz, FNP-BC, APNP, is the founder and owner of VIVA Wellness, a modern medical weight loss and functional wellness practice built from both clinical expertise and lived experience. VIVA Wellness was born from Hruz’s own journey of integrating and overcoming challenges related to obesity and mental health. After losing over 100 pounds, she understands firsthand how vulnerable the process of change can feel – and how often patients experience shame, judgment or dismissal in traditional health care settings. That experience shaped her desire to create a safe space, where people feel seen, heard, valued and supported without judgment.
In 2017, she founded VIVA Wellness to create a new model of care – one where physical, mental and emotional health are treated as inseparable.
Today, VIVA Wellness is a 5,000-square-foot boutique clinic serving thousands of patients. The practice specializes in comprehensive obesity medication management with personalized treatment plans, all thoughtfully integrated with services that support physical functioning, detoxification and whole-body wellness. Offerings include Lymphatic Drainage, Colon Hydrotherapy, IV Hydration and NAD+ Therapy, and Ketamine-Assisted Therapy for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD and treatment-resistant mental health conditions.
Mental health is a foundational component of VIVA’s care philosophy. Hruz believes sustainable healing often requires addressing the brain and body together.
At its core, VIVA Wellness was designed to feel different – rooted in safety, respect and thoughtful care. Through her leadership, Hruz continues to challenge health care norms, demonstrating that modern wellness care can be clinically sound, deeply human and truly transformative.
