Aurora-Southlands

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 7:30 am – 12:30 pm

Wes Riggs, PT, DPT
Owner/Director Pro Active Physical Therapy Aurora-Southlands
Certified Active Release Technique
Certified Trigger Point Dry Needling
Certified Graston Provider

Wes has been practicing physical therapy for over 12 years in the outpatient orthopedic setting. He founded the Aurora-Southlands branch of Pro Active Physical Therapy in 2009. Wes received his undergraduate degree from Ohio Wesleyan University in 2001. While at Ohio Wesleyan he also pitched for the varsity baseball team. He obtained a clinical doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University in 2005.

Wes has advanced certifications in Functional Trigger Point Dry Needling, Active Release Technique and Graston Soft Tissue Mobilization. He has extensive experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic injuries, sports injuries (youth to professional/Olympic) and neuromuscular impairments across age groups and ability levels.

Wes’ clinical interests include, injury rehabilitation and prevention in athletes, overuse injuries in youth athletes and treating sub occipital headache pain. Wes also volunteers his time working with the Colorado Avalanche as well as the Grandview High School and Cherokee Trail High School sports teams.

Outside of work Wes enjoys spending time with his wife Lyndsie, daughter Harper and all varieties of sports.

Andrea Becker, PT, DPT, ATC

Andrea entered the Physical Therapy Profession in 2005, after graduating from Regis University with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy. Previous to completing her PT degree she earned a dual Bachelor’s degree from Oklahoma Panhandle State University in Biology and HPER with an Athletic Training emphasis. Andrea has worked in an outpatient orthopedics setting for the past 12 years. Where she has been able to utilize her additional trainings and certifications in Dry needling, ATC (certified Athletic Trainer), and manual therapy skills, including joint manipulations, and soft tissue mobilizations. Andrea and her husband Eric have 3 daughters and enjoy camping together. In her spare time Andrea spends time coaching her daughters in softball and volleyball as well as cheering them on in soccer and karate with her husband.

Taya Skarda, PT, DPT, CSCS, COMT

Taya is a North Carolina native with a passion for any outdoor activity and enjoys working with all age groups of athletes and weekend warriors. Taya has received her doctorate in physical therapy at Regis University and has worked in outpatient orthopedics for 10 years. She takes pride in continued education receiving certifications in dry needling, strength and conditioning, and orthopedic manual therapy. Her current interests are with cervical spine dysfunction and its impact on vestibular symptoms as well as post-concussion syndrome. Outside of work Taya enjoys hiking, rock climbing, snowboarding and traveling with her husband and 5-year-old son. Go TAR HEELS and Broncos!

Josh DeMorett, PT, DPT, OCS

Josh has been practicing in an outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine setting since graduating in 2015 from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee. He has special interest in the sports medicine and fitness athlete populations, but has prior experience treating a variety of orthopedic injuries and post-surgical care. Recently, obtained his orthopedic certified specialization in order to progress and further his knowledge in the field of orthopedics and diagnoses. He enjoys blending a sports medicine and individualized orthopedic approach to his clients, supported by evidence-based practice and current literature to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Outside of physical therapy, Josh spends his time running, lifting, and snowboarding with his partner.

Brad Hanson, PTA

Brad is our newest Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) moved from Maryland. He has worked as a PTA for 1.5 years and received his degree from Anne Arundel CC. During his time as an undergrad, he also earned his B.S. in Kinesiology from the Univ. of Maryland. Brad has a strong passion for patient care and works with a majority of our geriatric population. He has been trained in craniosacral therapy, and utilizes this technique to release restrictions in the fascial layer that can cause pain, and promote peace and relaxation within. In his personal life, Brad volunteers with Life Sparks where he provides reiki to cancer patients, and in the summertime volunteers as a camp counselor for children with muscular dystrophy. He enjoys all kinds of outdoor activities including hiking and snowboarding, and considers himself an avid sports fan.

Kristin Bibbins

Kristin Bibbins is our Front Desk Administrator and has been with Pro Active for two years. She is in charge of scheduling patients, working directly with insurance companies and taking care of the needs of the clinic. Kristin is also a licensed massage therapist who graduated from the Cotiva Institute of Massage Therapy in Arizona in 2014. She massages on Saturday mornings at the clinic, specializing in deep tissue and neuromuscular therapy. When not at work she enjoys yoga, hiking and spending time with her son and husband.

Strasburg

Hours:
Monday/Wednesday: 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Tuesday/Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 12:00 pm

Brock Hulsey, Clinic Director

Bio coming soon!

Charlotte Robinson, PT, DPT

Charlotte is originally from Orlando, FL and moved out to Colorado to obtain her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Colorado. She graduated in December of 2018 and is excited to start her career with Proactive Physical Therapy. Charlotte is a big proponent of evidence-based therapy and enjoys working with recreational and adolescent athletes. In her free time she likes to snowboard and rock climb as well as spend time with her cats Dewey and Kitten and golden retriever puppy Archie.

Eaton

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Kate Farner, PT, DPT, ATC, Cert. VRS
Physical Therapist/ Certified Athletic Trainer
Certified Active Release Technique Provider
Certified Trigger Point Dry Needling Provider
Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist
Co-Owner/ Director- Eaton Center

A native of the California desert, Kate moved to northern Colorado in 2003 and received her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science (Athletic Training) from the University of Northern Colorado in 2006. She earned a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Regis University in 2011. Kate is a Licensed Physical Therapist and Certified Athletic Trainer. She has been working with the Justin Sportsmedicine Team for the past 12 years, treating acute and chronic injuries for professional rodeo athletes in the Rocky Mountain region. Kate is Full Body Certified in Active Release Techniques and is a Certified Trigger Point Dry Needling Provider. She also works closely with area doctors and schools to manage athlete and adult concussions and has become a Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist. Kate is a preceptor for the UNC Athletic Training Program, mentoring future certified athletic trainers. She specializes in the treatment of orthopedic injuries, sports injuries, cumulative trauma disorders, occupational injuries, concussions and vestibular disorders. Kate is a member of the American Physical Therapy Association- Colorado Chapter, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, and the Rocky Mountain Athletic Trainers’ Association. She enjoys the Colorado outdoors, riding horses, snow skiing and spending time with her family and friends.

Dan Goss, OTR, CHT
Occupational Therapist
Certified Hand Therapist

Dan received his Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University in 1993.  He began his career in Lake Havasu City, Arizona where he specialized in hand therapy.  In 1999, he joined the United States Navy as a Medical Service Core officer focusing in hand therapy.  He spent the next 11 years as a hand therapist, working side by side with 9 board certified hand surgeons.  His last duty station was in Washington D/C, where he was in charge of the Occupational Therapy Department at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.  While there he also was assigned head of the Outpatient hand therapy program at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D/C.  During the 4 years of his assignment in Washington D/C, he had the opportunity to work with Senator’s, Congressmen, military personnel, their families and military personnel who were injured in the Iraq or Afghanistan war. Dan has been a hand therapist for over 19 years. During that time, he has made over 5000 custom splints and treated everything from tendonitis, carpal tunnel, upper extremity fractures to burns, gun shoot wounds, IED blast injuries and poly trauma. Dan is a native of Colorado and has returned home to Northern Colorado with his wife and 2 kids.In January 2013, Dan joined the outstanding team at Pro Active Physical Therapy where his 19 years of hand therapy experience are at work.

Alan Parker, MS, ATC
Certified Athletic Trainer

Alan Parker is a BOC Certified Athletic Trainer who works with athletes to prevent, evaluate, and rehab injuries and medical conditions. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training from Colorado State University-Pueblo as well as a Master’s Degree in Sports Medicine/Athletic Training from Indiana Wesleyan University. Alan has worked in the high school, university, and clinical setting in his time as a professional ATC. He believes attitude and a positive mindset are key values that go hand-in-hand with traditional medicine and are important in the maintenance of healthy athletes. Alan strives to create lasting relationships, which he finds is vital to patient recovery and well-being. In his free time, Alan enjoys reading comics, playing video games, and watching football. Go Broncos!!

Troy Klaassen, PT, DPT

Troy is licensed physical therapist who obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Physiology from Kansas State University in 2014. He went on to graduate with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Saint Mary in 2018. He served as a student intern within the Pro Active network and has been working at our Eaton location since June 2018. Troy has experience in treating a variety of orthopedic and neuromuscular conditions across multiple age groups and all skill levels. He has special interests in treating sports and recreational injuries, post-operative care and chronic pain management. As a true believer in the effects of physical rehabilitation, he strives to unlock your full potential, from daily function and mobility to athletic performance. He is a member of the Colorado chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association and is active in continuing education to help refine and develop his skill levels to better serve the needs of each of his patients. When he’s not at the clinic, Troy can be found hiking, backpacking, snowshoeing and exploring in the Colorado Rocky Mountains.

Kaitlyn Layton

Front Office Manager

Greeley

Hours:
Monday – Friday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm

Darrel Martin, MSPT, ATC
Physical Therapist /Certified Athletic Trainer
Certified Active Release Technique Provider
Certified Muscle Activation Technique Provider
Trigger Point Dry Needling Certified Provider
Co-Owner Greeley/Eaton
Co-Director Greeley

Darrel received his undergraduate degree from University of Northern Colorado in Kinesiology (Athletic Training) and minor in Biological Science in 1996. He received a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy from University of Colorado Health Science Center in 1998. Darrel is a Licensed Physical Therapist and Certified Athletic Trainer. Darrel has been treating athletes of all ages in Northern Colorado as well as the Denver Broncos (1995-2004). He holds manual therapy certifications in Active Release Techniques (ART), Muscle Activation Techniques (MAT), and Trigger Point Dry Needling (TDN) . Darrel specializes in treatment of orthopedic injuries, sports injuries, cumulative trauma disorders, and occupational injuries. Darrel has been treating patients in Greeley and surrounding areas for 20 years. He and his wife Sara have two children, Walker and Rylee. He enjoys the outdoors, hunting, fishing, golf, coaching and chasing his kids in all their sporting events.

Todd Smith, DPT, OCS, CSCS
Board Certified Orthopedic Physical Therapist
Certified Active Release Technique Provider
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Certified Provider Trigger Point Dry Needling
Co-Owner- Greeley/Eaton
Co-Director- Greeley

Todd received his undergraduate degree from Colorado State University in Human Nutrition and Dietetics with a minor in Human Anatomy and Neurobiology in 1996. He received a Master’s of Science in Physical Therapy (1998) and later completed his transitional Doctorate of Physical Therapy (2008) from Regis University. He has over 20 years of Clinical Outpatient Orthopedic and Sports Medicine experience. He has served as affiliate faculty in the Department of Physical Therapy program at Regis University. Todd has successfully passed the Orthopedic Specialty Examination through the American Physical Therapy Association. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He has been certified as an Active Release Technique (ART) provider. He has extensive experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic injuries, sports injuries (amateur to professional levels) and occupational injuries. Todd’s passion is to further develop his skills as a manual-based orthopedic Physical Therapist through a commitment to life-long learning. He enjoys time with his wife Stacy, son Tate and daughter Madeline.

Jackie Smith, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Certified Active Release Technique Provider

Jackie is a Licensed Physical Therapist and a Certified Active Release Technique Provider. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science at Georgia College and State University in Milledgeville, Georgia in 2012. Jackie then moved to Florida to attend The University of St. Augustine and she received her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2015. Since then, she has been exposed to a variety of injuries and populations, and has earned certification in Active Release Technique (ART) as a provider to improve her manual therapy skills. When she is not working, Jackie enjoys tennis, skiing, and exploring Colorado!

Dan Goss, OTR, CHT
Occupational Therapist
Certified Hand Therapist

Dan received his Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from Colorado State University in 1993.  He began his career in Lake Havasu City, Arizona where he specialized in hand therapy.  In 1999, he joined the United States Navy as a Medical Service Core officer focusing in hand therapy.  He spent the next 11 years as a hand therapist, working side by side with 9 board certified hand surgeons.  His last duty station was in Washington D/C, where he was in charge of the Occupational Therapy Department at the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.  While there he also was assigned head of the Outpatient hand therapy program at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington, D/C.  During the 4 years of his assignment in Washington D/C, he had the opportunity to work with Senator’s, Congressmen, military personnel, their families and military personnel who were injured in the Iraq or Afghanistan war. Dan has been a hand therapist for over 19 years. During that time, he has made over 5000 custom splints and treated everything from tendonitis, carpal tunnel, upper extremity fractures to burns, gun shoot wounds, IED blast injuries and poly trauma. Dan is a native of Colorado and has returned home to Northern Colorado with his wife and 2 kids. In January 2013, Dan joined the outstanding team at Pro Active Physical Therapy where his 19 years of hand therapy experience are at work.

Colten Foster, PT, DPT
Physical Therapist
Certified Active Release Technique Provider

Colten is a licensed Physical Therapist and has a manual therapy certification in Active Release Techniques (ART). Before beginning his physical therapy school journey, Colten, a Greeley native, was a patient and high school intern at the clinic. While attending the University of Northern Colorado for his undergraduate degree in Sports and Exercise Science, he worked as an aide and completed his college internship at ProActive as well. He received his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas in 2018 and returned to ProActive again as a therapist following graduation. Colten enjoys treating numerous orthopedic injuries and conditions and working with athletes of all ages. Colten and his wife Devin will soon add their first addition to their family in June 2019. He enjoys working out, golf, hockey, adult league softball, fishing and spending time with family.

Rachel Lehman, PTA
Physical Therapist Assistant

Rachel is a Physical Therapist Assistant from Ames, Iowa. She has a Bachelor’s of Science in Kinesiology from Iowa State University, and continued on to become a PTA at Mercy College of Health Science. When Rachel is not at the clinic she loves spending time with her husband, hiking, playing volleyball, and enjoying all that Colorado has to offer.

Highlands Ranch

Hours:
Monday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 6:30 am – 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 4:30 pm

Dennis Martin, PT, ATC, Cert. ART, Cert. DN
Owner/Director

Dennis is a dual credentialed provider who has more than 20 years of clinical and field experience in athletic training and physical therapy. Dennis earned his degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in athletic training at the University of Northern Colorado in 1995. He finished his Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from Regis University in 1998, where he was honored with a clinical achievement award and excellence in research. Dennis worked at the Steadman Hawkins clinic for six years, where he experienced countless hours of surgical observation and worked three seasons assisting the Denver Broncos during training camp and game coverage. Dennis is the co-founder of Pro Active Physical Therapy, which has been in business since 2006. Beyond his extensive clinical experience, Dennis has completed hundreds of hours of clinical education with emphasis in Active Release Techniques, spinal manipulation, trigger point dry needling and concussion evaluation and management. Clinically, Dennis has a special interest in postoperative management of the extremities, acute injury evaluation, management of spinal dysfunction and headaches. When Dennis isn’t working he spends his time with his three son, Mitch 20, Conner 18, and Landen 12.

Matt Franzino, PTA

A native of Long Island, NY, Matt has worked with Pro Active Physical Therapy for over 5 years. Starting as a Physical Therapy Aide, Matt has since continued his education at Pima Medical Institute in Denver, CO, where he received his license as a Physical Therapist Assistant in 2016.

Matt has experience in both inpatient and outpatient therapy, having strong interests in manual therapy and orthopedics, while aspiring to be an Active Release Technique (ART) provider in the near future. Clinically, Matt believes therapy should be safe, effective, and efficient, but puts a huge emphasis on educating and building a rapport with his patients.

In 2015, Matt and his wife gave birth to their first child, who he loves spending time with, in addition to exploring Colorado, including both the outdoors and the restaurant scene. Matt also has a passion for golf, and watching his favorite sports teams play.

Centennial-Southglenn

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday: By appointment only

Dr. Tyler J. Ready PT, DPT, Dip. Osteopractic, Cert VRS, Graston Certified, Clinic Owner/Director

Dr. Tyler Ready is in his 8th year of practice after receiving his Clinical Doctoral degree from the University of Colorado, School of Medicine. He has gone on to complete his diploma in Osteopractic Physical Therapy through the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy. This is a prestigious diploma that less than 100 Physical Therapists hold throughout the world. This advanced post-doctoral diploma has been a culmination of 5 years of continuing coursework in advanced Spinal and Extremity Manipulation (Cert-SMT), Dry Needling (Cert-DN), differential diagnosis, and treatment for patients with complex spine and extremity conditions. Tyler obtained a certification as a Vestibular Rehabilitation Specialist (VSR) and is a certified Graston provider. Although his clinical interests are broad, he most enjoys treating patients suffering from chronic headaches, complex spine pathologies, and sports and overuse injuries. Tyler is passionate about teaching, and mentors numerous clinical doctorate students each year. That passion has led to speaking engagements to doctoral students on the topic of business entrepreneurship in private practice and leadership in our profession. Outside of the clinic he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 young daughters, staying involved in the fitness community, and enjoying the beautiful mountains of Colorado.

Dr. Tyler Pollock, PT, DPT

Tyler is originally from Grand Junction, CO and obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Colorado School of Medicine in 2017. Tyler graduated from Colorado Mesa University with his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science in 2015 and became interested in physical therapy after recovering from several injuries he sustained while playing baseball in high school and college. It is from this experience that he became fascinated with how movement impacted function in everyday life and the difference the right physical therapist could make in the recovery process. With Tyler’s background in baseball, he developed a passion for working with overhead and throwing athletes. He is also heavily interested in advanced manual therapy techniques and biomechanical analysis of overhead movements and has plans to continue developing in these areas of practice. In his spare time, Tyler enjoys the numerous outdoor activities Colorado has to offer, along with being a member of the CrossFit community, and is an avid sports fan for the local Colorado teams.

Dr. Derrick L. Leeper, PT, DPT

Dr. Derrick Leeper obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Saint Mary in 2019. Derrick is originally from Kingston, MO, a small community one-hour northeast of Kansas City. Raised as the youngest child on a cattle and row crop farm where his parents still reside today, he enjoyed the honest, hard-working, caring environment that that community provides and strives to incorporate these values into his professional career. Derrick graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Missouri Valley College where he played collegiate baseball. While playing baseball he took interest in physical therapy and return to sport rehabilitation after witnessing the recovery process of teammates who were injured.  His background in baseball provides him with unique perspectives on diagnoses, recoveries, and movement patterns associated with sporting injuries. Derrick’s interests within the profession include advanced spinal and extremity mobilization/manipulation, manual therapy, dry needling, and sports medicine. He looks to continue to develop in these treatment strategies within the profession. Outside of the clinic Derrick enjoys outdoor activities such as dirt bike riding, golfing, hiking, snowboarding, and mountain biking. Derrick can also be found supporting local sport teams and working on advocating for the fitness community.

South Broadway

Hours:
Monday, Wednesday: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm
Tuesday, Thursday: 6:00 am – 3:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 am – 5:00 pm
Services:

• Orthopedic Physical Therapy
• Spine Rehabilitation
• Sports Rehabilitation
• Trigger Point Dry Needling
• Work Injury Rehabilitation
• Vestibular Rehabilitation

Ricky Huber, PT, DPT
Owner/Director Pro Active PT – South Broadway
Certified Trigger Point Dry Needling

Ricky has been practicing physical therapy in the outpatient orthopedic setting since 2015, certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling and trained in Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM). He has experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic injuries, sports injuries (youth to professional) and neuromuscular impairments across different age groups and ability levels. Clinically, Ricky has a special interest in orthopedic postoperative management , SI joint dysfunction, and tendinopathy of the extremities. For his undergraduate degree he studied at Georgia Tech, achieving a BS in Biomedical Engineering, and earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Florida International University. Ricky has a passion for serving others and strives to help his patients regain their strength and confidence needed to be the best version of themselves. When he is not in the clinic, Ricky enjoys snowboarding, soccer and exploring the great outdoors with his fiancé, Brittany.

Dr. Derrick L. Leeper, PT, DPT

Dr. Derrick Leeper obtained his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Saint Mary in 2019. Derrick is originally from Kingston, MO, a small community one-hour northeast of Kansas City. Raised as the youngest child on a cattle and row crop farm where his parents still reside today, he enjoyed the honest, hard-working, caring environment that that community provides and strives to incorporate these values into his professional career. Derrick graduated with his Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from Missouri Valley College where he played collegiate baseball. While playing baseball he took interest in physical therapy and return to sport rehabilitation after witnessing the recovery process of teammates who were injured.  His background in baseball provides him with unique perspectives on diagnoses, recoveries, and movement patterns associated with sporting injuries. Derrick’s interests within the profession include advanced spinal and extremity mobilization/manipulation, manual therapy, dry needling, and sports medicine. He looks to continue to develop in these treatment strategies within the profession. Outside of the clinic Derrick enjoys outdoor activities such as dirt bike riding, golfing, hiking, snowboarding, and mountain biking. Derrick can also be found supporting local sport teams and working on advocating for the fitness community.

Greenwood Village

Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm
Friday: 7:00 am – 4:30 pm
Saturday: 7:00 am – 1:30 pm
Onsite Parking Available

Chad Gott

MPT, COMT, CWC, Clinic Director

Chad Gott, MPT, COMT, CWC has been practicing for 15 years and specializes in Orthopedics and Manual Therapy with an emphasis on Spine and Sports Injury Rehabilitation. Chad’s involvement in rehabilitation and fitness goes back 21 years as a Spinning instructor, baseball coach, marathoner, triathlete, and involvement in the field of Exercise Science. Chad is a Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist and has been privileged to successfully treat thousands of patients throughout his career. Chad’s commitment to the outcomes of his patients has been recognized by his colleagues and the Orthopedic Specialists in the Denver Region. Chad’s treatment philosophy is to utilize Evidence Based practice in his musculoskeletal evaluation, exercise prescription, and treatment interventions to achieve patient driven goals. Chad believes to achieve best results treatment of the whole person is critical: that is why he has become a Certified Wellness Coach. Chad is passionate about physical therapy and continually seeks to improve himself and other professionals in the field by being a mentor and coach. Chad enjoys spending time with his wife and two lovely boys hiking, skiing, camping, flying drones, and getting educated on Minecraft.

Michael Keirns

PT, DPT, PhD, SCS, ATC, CSCS, FAAOMPT

Michael has been practicing physical therapy for 39 years with specialization in Orthopedics and manual therapy with an expertise in sports injury rehabilitation and exercise prescription. Along with being the owner of the Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club Physical Therapy, Michael has been responsible for the injury evaluation and rehabilitation for professional (Phoenix Suns, Colorado Avalanche, Denver Nuggets), collegiate (University of Michigan, Denver University, Western Arizona), high school and recreational athletes throughout his career. Michael is a Professor Emeritus from Regis University where he founded the Doctoral of Physical Therapy Program. He worked for 20 years as professor at Regis teaching Biomechanics, Manual Therapy, Musculoskeletal Management and Business Management

Along with his Physical Therapy Degree from University of Michigan and Doctoral Physical Therapy from Regis University, he is a Fellow of American Academy Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy, Certified Sports Specialist by the APTA, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through the NSCA, a Certified Athletic Trainer through the NATA, Certified Vestibular Specialist, Certified through the Titlist Performance Institute and a Certified Intramuscular Stimulation Instructor. He has a Ph.D. with a cognate in biomechanics with his dissertation titled “Instructional strategies for prevention of shoulder injuries associated with baseball pitching.” He has given more than 170 professional presentations nationally, have taken more than 90 continuing education courses, and have numerous publications pertaining to the biomechanics of orthopedic dysfunction and exercise programs.

Michael has been a recognized leader as being elected as President of the Colorado Athletic Trainers Association, Vice President of the Colorado Chapter of APTA, and has served on numerous national professional committees along serving chairs of multiple Colorado APTA Chapter committees. He is a two time recipient of the Bob Doctor Service Award from the Colorado Chapter of APTA for his outstanding service to the clinical community. Michael has also received prestigious inductions into Alpha Sigma Nu Honor Society and Cherry Creek High School’s Baseball Hall of Fame.

Finally, Michael also models an active life filled with his passions as a sports enthusiast. He plays competitive tennis, golf and enjoys skiing, fly fishing and hiking with Janet, his wife of 33 years. He is the proud father of a 30-year-old. son Sean (A Gonzaga Graduate who teaches French and coaches high school tennis) and a 28-year-old. daughter Jenna (A Colorado State Graduate who is teaching Social Studies and Spanish along with coaching at Powel Middle School in Littleton, CO.) He has worked as a handicapped ski instructor, a sports coach in various areas including golf coach for 15 years at Meadow Hills Golf Club, a baseball pitching instructor and as a wellness instructor for numerous groups.

Alyson Furr

PT, DPT

Alyson graduated in 2009 from Loma Linda University in Southern California with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. After graduating, she became certified as a strength and conditioning specialist (CSCS) with an interest in kettlebells. With 8 years of clinical experience in outpatient orthopedic settings, she has treated a wide range of conditions from sports injuries and everyday impairments to post-operative rehabilitation. Alyson helps her clients attain their goals through a variety of manual therapy techniques and therapeutic exercises to address dysfunctional movement patterns that contribute to pain and impairments. She seeks to empower her clients to be active and strong even after they move on from physical therapy. Alyson was raised in Colorado and comes from a sports background. She enjoys hiking, spending time with family, and cheering on Colorado’s professional sports teams.

Erin Wood

PT, DPT, CSCS, ATC

Dr. Erin Wood graduated from Florida Gulf Coast University in Fort Myers, FL in 2015. Prior to that, she worked as a graduate assistant athletic trainer at the University of Mississippi, working primarily with the cross country, women’s golf, and women’s tennis teams. She received her undergraduate degree in Athletic Training from Kansas State University. Dr. Wood is currently preparing to take her board specialty examination in orthopedics in 2019, and she enjoys working with patients with all types of orthopedic injuries. She utilizes a combined approach of manual therapy, exercise, and patient education to help her patients achieve their goals, and her clinical interests also include women’s health and pain science education. While at home, Erin enjoys spending time with her infant son, her husband, and their German Shepherd, and as new Denver residents, they are looking forward to exploring all the city has to offer.

Chris Whitmore

ATC, PTA

A native to Colorado, Chris graduated from Barry University in Miami, Florida in 2010 and spent a couple years working with high school and collegiate athletes in Miami, before moving back to Colorado, when he made the switch from working in athletics to physical therapy. In 2016 Chris graduated with his associates in physical therapy assistant. Chris enjoys using the combination of manual therapy, therapeutic exercises, and patient education to help his patients reach their goals. In an ongoing desire to improve his skills as a clinician Chris is currently studying functional physical therapy. As a native Chris enjoys being outdoors; hiking, camping, trail running and playing soccer.

Aurora

Hours:
Monday – Thursday 7:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm

Ned Zerwic, DPT, PT

Why Am I a Physical Therapist?
After going through rehab for my knee as a patient and then running a “Personal Record Best” later that season, I became enamored with the power of physical therapy. I was and still am amazed at the human body, it’s complexity and ability to recover and rehabilitate. I knew early on that I wanted to work with people. What better way to combine my fascination with the human body as well as the human spirit and it’s ability to fight, recover and rehabilitate? It is my mission to partner with patients by educating and putting their body in the optimal position to rehabilitate from injury to return to previous activities, interests and sports in order to live life to the fullest!
Continuing Education Commitment
I plan to pursue certification in Dry Needling and take courses on nerve flossing and myofascial release to further my skill set at relieving pain and restoring function. I plan to study and sit for a board exam to become an Orthopedic Certified Specialist.
Professional and Community Activities
As an Eagle Scout, I got an early introduction into the beauty of wilderness and the outdoors. I am an enthusiastic about backpacking, hiking, camping, kayaking, skiing, rock climbing, etc. I run marathons for charity to benefit some friends of mine that are part of a religious order serving the poor in a rough neighborhood on the west side of my hometown of Chicago. I am an active member of my local church community and recently joined the serving the poor ministry.

Meaghan O’Donnell, PT, DPT

Why am I a Physical Therapist?
I always wanted to be a teacher. Then in high school I injured myself ski racing and had to go to PT for my calf. While at PT I realized it involved a lot of teaching and loved going to my PT sessions every week. The rest is history.  I truly do love my job and get excited to go to work everyday and help people. My goal is that all of my patients achieve their full potential.

Continuing Education Commitment
I will be pursuing my certificate in dry needling. I also have experience in pediatrics and want to continue learning neuro re-ed techniques to combine my pediatric experience to help my adult patients.

Professional and Community Activities
I received my doctorate in physical therapy at Ithaca College. My professional career started with a position treating adult ortho injuries half the day and pediatric neurological disorders and orthopedic injuries the other half of the day. After working in the outpatient setting for 2 years I worked full time in pediatrics in an inner city school district while also working nights at an outpatient clinic. Through this experience I realized that my passion lies in helping patients in the outpatient world. I love treating pediatric ortho injuries, chronic back pain, and all other orthopedic diagnosis. I use a lot of pain science and neuro re-education techniques in my sessions. I look forward to helping the people of Colorado return to their active lifestyles and enjoy life!

My biggest passion in life is skiing and that is what brought me to Colorado from Massachusetts. I was a ski racer through college then coached collegiate skiing. I am a PSIA level 1 ski instructor and taught in New Hampshire for 3 winters as well. When I can’t ski I like to go to concerts, hike, bike, and play in a kickball league in Denver.