Research Faculty

Andrew Jaczynski
Andrew Jaczynski is the Biomechanics Lab Manager at the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs. His primary function is to coordinate and execute analyses of biomechanical testing projects.
Biography 

 

Marc Jacofsky, PhD
Dr. Marc Jacofsky is The CORE Institute's Vice President of Research and Development and the Director of the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs. Marc has a diverse background in physical and biological sciences.  Marc oversees the research studies performed through the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research labs and works with CORE physicians to develop new medical technologies.  
Biography 
Bethany Larsen
Bethany Larsen is the Research Coordinator for the Banner SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Laboratories. 
Biography 

Brian Onstot
Brian Onstot is a Biomechanical Research Engineer in the Banner SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs.  In collaboration with his undergraduate studies Brian served as an intern for several years, where he worked to develop a Driving Simulator for use in the Motion Analysis Lab.
Biography 

 

Jody Rykhus
Jody Rykhus, Director of Business Development, provides the foundational support for The CORE Institute along with being the Business Manager for the SHRI-CORE Motion and Biomechanics Laboratories.
Biography
Michelle Varnell
Michelle Varnell is a Research Associate and Certified Athletic Trainer for the Banner SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Research Labs. She recently completed her thesis “The Relationship Between Upper Body Posture and Scapular Kinematics in Older Adults” to fulfill the requirements for a Master's of Science in Sports Health Care from A.T. Still University. 
Biography

 

Consultants and Volunteers

Research Experience and Volunteer opportunities:
If you are a graduate or medical student interested in research at the SHRI-CORE Orthopedic Labs, please contact us at
SHRICORELABS@thecoreintitute.com.