meet the team

Medical Director

Lorenzo Berlanga, MD, PC

Dr. Berlanga is a top-rated physician with over 25 years of experience who continuously advocates for high-quality health care while being mindful of costs, further allowing him to cultivate a wide range of medical skills. He is a member of the Great Lakes Organized System of Care, Vice President of Physicians Associates of Michigan, and has advised several medical organizations as a medical director.

His experience spans obstetrics care, inner-city and rural clinics, and post-disaster recovery health care. His comfort in caring for all ages, from neonatal to geriatrics, was honed at the University of Michigan. As a continual learner, he has obtained additional skills in sports medicine, weight loss management, and all facets of primary care and family medicine, including skin cancer care. He has worked at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN, and the University of Michigan.

He completed his residency training at the University of Michigan, his doctorate at Michigan State University, and a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology at Central Michigan University. He was a clinical professor at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, for four years, as well as at MSU College of Human Medicine Residency. He moved to Midland in 2008 where he currently resides.

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Chief Executive Officer

Alexander Dalton, DC

Dr. Dalton started his chiropractic career at Great Lakes Spine & Medical in 2016. Dr. Dalton graduated from Saginaw Valley State University with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Sciences.

Chiropractor

Christopher Stevenson, DC

Dr. Stevenson joined Great Lakes Spine & Medical in 2024. His goal is to provide comprehensive chiropractic care in a holistic manner, and firmly believes that movement is healing.

Dr. Stevenson grew up in Saginaw, Michigan where he attended Swan Valley schools and participated in football, wrestling, and track. He obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at Central Michigan University, where he also developed an interest in nutrition and movement and the role they play in maintaining and improving health. At Palmer College of Chiropractic in Port Orange, Florida, he earned his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. While there, he was also a clinical teaching assistant and participated in outreach programs to treat athletes. Dr. Stevenson is happy to be back in Michigan and looks forward to serving both his patients and his home community.

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Family Nurse Practitioner

Alison Burgess, APRN, FNP-BC, HHP-BC

Meet our Family Nurse Practitioner with 14 years of experience in healthcare. The majority of Alison's career has been serving the Saginaw community, including several other cities throughout Michigan, in many leadership, educational, and patient care roles. Alison is honored to be a part of the Great Lakes Spine & Medical team.

She has specialized in Neuro-Trauma Intensive Care, Medical-Surgical Intensive Care, Nursing Education, Senior Living Management, Family Practice, Integrative & Holistic Medicine, and Specialty Wound Care throughout her professional journey. Alison is passionate about her work, dedicated to improving the quality of life of her patients, motivated to be a part of innovative healthcare advances, and continues to serve her community in many different arenas. Alison is a native of Saginaw, Michigan, loves family and adventure, and enjoys her homesteading hobbies.

Office Manager

Jill Lyvere

Jill joined our team at Great Lakes Spine & Medical in 2021. She brings three years of chiropractic experience and over 20 years of customer service experience with her. She assists with Spinal Decompression, Cold Laser Therapy, and X-rays. Jill believes in chiropractic because of its pain-relieving capabilities and the ability to improve the body’s physical function.

Receptionist / Chiropractic Assistant

Heather Bushre

Heather joins the Great Lakes Spine and Medical team as our Receptionist. Her favorite aspect of chiropractic care is its ability to help people reduce pain and discomfort while improving their overall quality of life.

Licensed Massage Therapist

Kayla Katzinger, LMT

Kayla has been practicing massage therapy for over 15 years. She graduated from Bayshire Massage Academy in 2006. She is licensed in the states of California, Illinois, and Michigan. She specializes in deep tissue massage, including cupping and scraping therapies. She loves helping people and finds her career to be very rewarding.

Licensed Massage Therapist

Jillian Gay, LMT

Jillian is in her 20th year as a Licensed Massage Therapist. She graduated from Flint School of Therapeutic Massage in 2005. She has spent the majority of her career working in the Chiropractic arena. She specializes in deep tissue massage, including cupping and scraping.

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Licensed Massage Therapist

Marcus Sanders, LMT

Marcus brings over a decade of experience in healthcare, including five years as a Rehabilitation Assistant at The Eisenhower Brain Injury Rehabilitation Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan. His passion for helping others and supporting their healing journey inspired him to pursue a career in massage therapy.

A proud graduate of Bayshire Beauty Academy’s Massage Therapy program in Bay City, Michigan, Marcus offers a wide range of modalities including Swedish, deep tissue, prenatal, hot stone, and sports massage. Known for his calm demeanor and smooth, intentional touch, Marcus blends stretching, compression, and targeted techniques to create a massage experience that is both deeply therapeutic and incredibly relaxing. His goal is simple: to help every client feel restored, balanced, and cared for.

OFFICE HOURS

Monday
8:30am - 12:00pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm

Tuesday
8:30am - 12:00pm
3:00pm - 6:00pm

Wednesday
8:30am - 12:00pm
2:00pm - 6:00pm

Thursday
8:30am - 12:00pm
3:00pm - 6:00pm

Friday
8:30am - 12:00pm

Saturday & Sunday
Closed

Great Lakes Spine & Medical - Saginaw

4266 State St
Saginaw, MI 48603

Call: (989) 792-6702

Text: (989) 662-1331