Our Mission is to promote knowledge and practical skills of Massage Therapy leading towards the Professional Certification of highly skilled practitioners. Ownership & Organization Dr. Michael Kaplan, M.D., Ph.D. founded The Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. in 1999. As both a Board Certified Physician specializing in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Services and as an established Medical Researcher, Dr. Kaplan provides leadership and direction to the staff of Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. The idea of developing an Institute in Massage Therapy emerged as Dr. Kaplan observed how many of his patients were helped by therapeutic massage. Convinced of the benefits of massage therapy as a beneficial adjunct to traditional medicine, Dr. Kaplan envisioned the formation of an institute where individuals could: Learn about Massage Therapy and Bodywork Obtain certification as Professional Massage Therapists Conduct research on the benefits of massage therapy for health, wellness and improvement of the lives of patients with illnesses Understand how massage is a beneficial tool through the various stages of the health-illness continuum Maintain their certification and be updated on the latest information about massage therapy Also select from a variety of Continuing Education Programs, other than the 500 Hour Massage Therapy and BodyWork Training Program As Medical Director, Dr. Michael Kaplan provides leadership and direction to the faculty and staff of The Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. Dr. Kaplan and his staff are committed to providing an excellent learning environment in which students can gain the skills and confidence needed to become Professional Massage Therapists. Each course at the Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. adheres to the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork's philosophy and definition of continuing education. The Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. is MHEC (Maryland Higher Education Commission) Approved, NCBTMB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork) Approved, ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools) Approved, Maryland Board of Chiropractic Examiners Approved, A member in good standing of the American Massage Therapy Association Council of Schools, A School Member in good standing of the Associated Massage & Bodywork Professionals and a Continuing Education Provider. The Medical Director provides leadership and direction to the staff and administrators. The School has a close relationship with The Rehabilitation Team, which benefits students by allowing them to practice Massage Therapy Techniques with a variety of patient populations; chronic pain, neuromuscular disorders, and many other debilitating illnesses. The Student Clinic receives patient referrals from The Rehabilitation Team as well from self referrals by word of mouth or marketing. Students learn theoretical basis of Massage Therapy, and first practice their newly learned skills on their peers, then later go on to observe massage therapy act as complementary adjunct to health care, benefiting a broad array of patient conditions at the student clinic. Description of Our Location The Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. is located in the heart of downtown historic Catonsville, Maryland. We're in the midst of the Baltimore and Washington D.C.'s thriving commerce, but not far from quaint historic Ellicott City and the vast miles of Maryland's Patapsco State Parks. Directions to School From South of Baltimore Take Route 95, 1, 295, or 97 to 695 (Baltimore Beltway), Go west/north toward Towson to Exit 13, Follow the directions below. From North of Baltimore Take Route 95 through the Fort McHenry tunnel to 695 (Baltimore Beltway), Go north toward Towson to Exit 13, Follow the directions below. From West and Northwest of Baltimore Take Route 70, 795, or 83 to Route 695 (Baltimore Beltway), Go south toward Glen Burnie to Exit 13, Follow the directions below. From other areas around the Baltimore Beltway (Route 695) --Exit Route 695 at Exit 13 (Catonsville, Frederick Rd.) - Between Rt. 70 west and Rt. 95 south --Go West on Frederick Rd. (Route 144)-Go about 1/2 mile --Just past the Fire House turn right on Egges Ln. (at Record and Tape Traders) --We are the second parking lot on the left --We share our parking lot and entrance with the Rehabilitation Team medical practice --Enter the Grey and Pink Building, Enter in the rear - look for the handicap access ramp --Ask for us at the Rehabilitation Team desk or just follow the signs through the waiting room School Facilities and Equipment Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. consists of a Reception Area, Private Massage Treatment Rooms, Business Office and a large combination Lecture and Practicum area of 2,000 square feet. The school is equipped with modern, up to date demonstration and practice equipment. There are ample massage tables, massage chairs, TVs, VCRs, overhead projectors, slide projectors, skeletons and various charts. A library of books, videos, Internet access, CDs, and cassettes are available for use by enrolled students. We encourage all prospective students to visit our facility and meet our staff. The school is closely associated with both the Catonsville and the Westminster Offices of The Rehabilitation Team, a medical facility designed to treat patients with muscular and neurological disorders. Students practice massage therapy in cooperation with physicians in the adjoining additional 2,000 square foot facility on a variety of patients at the student clinic. Home Page | Mission Statement | About Us | Curriculum | 500 Hour Professional Massage Therapy & BodyWork Training Program | Continuing Education Programs | Admissions & Enrollment  | Applications  | Transfer Students  | F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions) | Photo Gallery  | School Events | Student Clinic | Articles of Interest | Financial Aid Resources  | Internet Resources  | Privacy Policy  | Contact Massage Institute of Maryland  | e-mail Massage Institute of Maryland Copyright ©2005-2007 Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc. (All Rights Reserved) The Contents and Graphics of the "Massage Institute of Maryland, Inc." 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