Meet the Chiron Sports Performance Team

The Chiron Sports Performance team was put together with one thought in mind:

What is the best combination of professionals to support athletes who are determined to

prevent injury, perform at their best and, when necessary, recover with confidence?

That calls for an unprecedented combination of specialties – including sports medicine,

athletic training, coaching, performance sports science, operations, and even

storytelling. Because every athlete’s journey is an amazing story, and we’re proud to be

part of it.

There was certainly no shortage of candidates. More than 100 applicants wanted to be

part of our team as we were launching, and nearly half of them were very well-qualified.

But we knew we needed to insist on the highest and most particular of standards when

choosing our team.

Now that the team has been together for the better part of a year, we love the choices

we made:

Dr. Chibuzo “Casey” Ohanaja, MD, MPH

Co-Founder & Medical Director

Known to many as Dr. Oh, Chibuzo “Casey” Ohanaja co-founded Chiron Sports Performance with his wife

Heather to give athletes the most complete source ever offered for their full physical and

mental health – and to help them maximize their performance while learning to prevent

injuries (and quickly recover if they happen).

A board-certified family medicine physician with fellowship training in primary care

sports medicine, Casey has cared for athletes at every level – with specific service to

organizations such as Detroit City FC, the Erie Seawolves (minor league affiliate of the

Detroit Tigers) and many area high schools. He has also completed NBA-level player

development training, which adds another dimension to how he connects sports

medicine, injury prevention, and long-term athlete development.

Casey is also a professor at Oakland University, where he teaches graduate students

about evidence-based decision-making in the clinical setting. At Chiron, he integrates

medical evaluation, diagnostic ultrasound, objective performance data, and

individualized planning to help athletes safely progress from prevention and recovery to

performance and return to play.

And no team has ignited his passion more than the one that’s been put together at

Chiron Sports Performance.

“Rarely does an athlete find a whole team of people that understand them at their core,”

says Dr. Oh. “They deserve a team that can deliver what they need from a mental,

physical, and overall health standpoint. That, at my core, is what drove me to create this

type of model.”

Heather Ohanaja

Co-Founder & Director of Operations

Co-founder Heather has been instrumental in turning the Chiron vision into a smooth

and efficient operation – combining her extensive background in sales, marketing, and

customer experience (much of it from her time at General Motors) with her passion for

the vision she and Casey share.

At Chiron, Heather oversees strategy, daily operations, branding, marketing,

partnerships, community outreach, team workflows, and the overall athlete and family

experience. She also personally designed the Chiron Sports Performance facility, creating a space that

reflects the company’s integrated, modern and athlete-focused model.

“We knew there was a level of person we were looking for,” Heather says. “People all

over the world applied, from the strength and conditioning coach of a professional

football team to sports physical therapists and so many others. It was the ones who best

understood our vision – that this would be something new and game-changing – that we

chose to form our team.”

Lindsay Letner, MA, ATC, LAT, CEIS

Performance Specialist

Lindsay loves helping athletes move on from pain and limitations to achieve confident,

durable performance. A licensed and certified athletic trainer for more than a decade,

Lindsay has extensive training and experience in dry needling, shockwave therapy,

IASTM, Graston, cupping, and other hands-on recovery techniques. She has served

athletes at the University of Detroit Mercy, Hanover College, Morehead State University,

and the University of Indianapolis.

“Chiron has offered me the opportunity to focus on what is most important to me,”

Lindsay says. “They have challenged me to continue to learn every day, and also

supported that learning so that I can transfer new skills and knowledge into the

performance lab and clinic. As the world of sports medicine continues to advance, it is

very important to me that my skills grow along with it. Knowing that they trust my

experience and want to help me expand my role makes me extremely excited for the

future.”

Lindsay added she is thankful to be part of the family atmosphere at Chiron Sports Performance, especially

since it allows her to be a present and involved mom while working with the athletes and

her teammates at Chiron.

Kanisha “Coach Nuk” Ward, M.Ed, LAT, ATC

Performance Specialist

Coach Nuk has done it all – as an NCAA Division I athlete, a championship-level

basketball coach, and an experienced program leader. She also completed a student

athletic training internship with the New York Liberty of the WNBA. And she did it all with

her expert background in high school sports medicine, rehabilitation, orthopaedic

bracing, and athlete development. When working with Coach Nuk, athletes not only

develop physically and learn to reduce their injury risk. They also learn to perform at top

levels, especially in basketball.

“Being part of Chiron means being part of something bigger than myself,” says Coach

Nuk. “Chiron is more than a place where athletes train. It’s a team committed to growth,

excellence, and developing people. I’m proud to contribute, add value, and help build

something that makes a lasting impact.”

Martina Atanasoski

Operations and Performance Assistant

Martina represents the heartbeat of Chiron’s operations and our work with athletes by

providing critical support for performance testing, athlete communication, critical and

performance workflows, and overall daily operations. Martina ensures that every

athlete’s visit is organized and connected from arrival to follow-up. With a bachelor’s

degree in kinesiology and sport science from Wayne State University, Martina has

gained a strong background in medical assisting, physical therapy support, and health

coaching. She also coaches athletes in Alpine ski racing and swimming.

“Being a part of Chiron means a lot to me,” Martina says. “It feels like I've found a family

outside of my home. The kindness of the owners, the energy of my co-workers, and the

overall feeling that I can be myself and still be completely valued. Not to mention that

Heather and Dr. Oh have my back 100 percent, whether I'm clocked in or clocked out. It

is truly a fantastic place to be!”

Kenzie Potter

Social Media & Content Coordinator

Kenzie takes the amazing work that happens inside Chiron’s facility and presents it to

the world. As we continue to build healthy, strong, well-educated, and top-performing

athletes with our knowledge, technology, science, and genuine care, Kenzie shares our

impact with the community across multiple digital platforms – keeping our brand vibrant

and consistent, and reminding the community of the amazing outputs coming from

Chiron Sports Performance.

“I’ve been involved in sports most of my life, so being able to work with athletes and

hear their individual stories is something that means a lot to me,” Kenzie says. “I love

getting to know the person behind the athlete and being part of a community that

supports them. The owners, Heather and Casey, are also wonderful to work with and

are really passionate about what they do, which makes my job so much easier.”

Get to Know the Chiron Sports Performance Team

Every athlete brings different goals, challenges, and experiences.

Our team is here to understand yours and help you take the next step toward confident performance.

Contact us to learn how Chiron Sports Performance can support your journey.