Dr. Madalyn Lagos, PT, DPT, OCS

Education: Madalyn earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Virginia Commonwealth University. She further specialized through a board-accredited residency at The Jackson Clinics, earning her Board Certification as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. This advanced residency equipped her with extensive knowledge and skills in treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions, with an emphasis on manual therapy and a holistic approach to patient care.

Specialties: In addition to her orthopedic specialization, Madalyn is a skilled pelvic floor physical therapist. She is passionate about supporting individuals during pregnancy and postpartum, empowering them to achieve their health and wellness goals. Through training from the Herman & Wallace Institute, she effectively treats urinary, bowel, and sexual dysfunction, as well as chronic pelvic pain.

Fun Facts: Beyond her professional pursuits, Madalyn enjoys leading an active lifestyle. She loves hiking with her husband, strength training at the gym, and participating in Pilates classes.

Dr. Maria Hamilton, PT, DPT

Education: Maria graduated from Duke University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2024. During her time at Duke, she served as Class President, Co-Leader of the Diversity Club, Co-Leader of the Summer Discovery Club, as well as a Head Usher for Duke Basketball. She completed her undergraduate degree at Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Health, Physical Education, and Exercise with a concentration in Exercise Science in addition to a minor in Psychology. She has been a member of the APTA since 2022.

Specialties: Maria will be a part of The Jackson Clinics Sports Residency beginning this fall. She has a strong interest in sports rehabilitation, particularly lower extremity injuries, and would like to work with basketball players in the future. Although she is a lover of sports, she is eager to be a well-rounded therapist, treating patients of varying abilities and backgrounds. Maria is service-oriented, wanting to educate the community on the benefits of physical therapy, physical activity/exercise, and other health/wellness-related components in order to reduce health disparities and promote a healthy lifestyle. She is also passionate about improving diversity, equity, and inclusion within the field of physical therapy.

Fun Facts: As a lifelong Duke fan, you can catch Maria watching anything related to Duke Athletics throughout the year, especially Duke Men’s and Women’s Basketball. Additionally, she is an avid fan of the Golden State Warriors, Las Vegas Aces, and New York Liberty. In her free time, she can be found listening to R&B music, watching the latest true crime documentary, hanging out with friends and family, and exercising at the gym/on the basketball court.

Dr. Kristen Landers, PT, DPT, OCS

Education: Kristen graduated from the University of Vermont with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy and also received her Bachelor of Science, Biology from Gettysburg College. She completed the Jackson Clinics Orthopedic Residency program in 2014. She is a Board Certified Direct Access provider and a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.

Specialties: Kristen has a special interest in orthopedic and sports physical therapy. She has experience rehabilitating collegiate athletes with sports-related injuries and post-surgical conditions. She also has experience in research and participated in a project using diagnostic ultrasound imaging to assess trunk musculature to try to predict those patients with low back pain who would benefit from a stabilization program (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23228626). She has a particular interest in lower extremity conditions including the hip, knee, ankle, and foot. She also specializes in trigger point dry needling, which is the insertion of needles into trigger points in muscles to help accelerate the return to function.

Fun Facts: Kristen spends most of her free time with her husband and two sons. She enjoys spending time outdoors, particularly running and hiking. She also loves to travel.

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Georgiana Voiebuna, PT

Education: Georgiana graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in December 2023. She completed her undergraduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Health, Education, and Exercise Science with a concentration in Exercise Science. Georgiana has been a member of the APTA since November 2021.

Specialties: Georgiana has a strong interest and experience in orthopedic and sports injuries, as well as post-operative rehabilitation. Georgiana also enjoys treating vestibular disorders, including BPPV and concussions. Additionally, she has experience treating various neurological conditions, such as Parkinson’s disease, post-stroke recovery, and multiple sclerosis. As a former Division I volleyball player, Georgiana is particularly passionate about working with athletes. She is currently studying to become a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist to deepen her understanding of her patients’ needs. Georgiana is also an ACE Certified Personal Trainer.

Fun Facts: Georgiana played Division I volleyball at Cleveland State University for two years. In her first year, 2017, her team won the Horizon League Championship for the third consecutive year and advanced to the NCAA Division I Women\\\’s Volleyball Tournament in Utah. Georgiana remains active by playing recreational volleyball, lifting weights, and hiking or walking. In her downtime, she enjoys painting, reading, and playing video games. She also loves spending time with her kitten, Cookie, with whom she loves to play tag and snuggle.

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Dale Fields

Education: Dale earned a PhD in Kinesiology in May 2013, following completion of a master’s degree in nutrition. A certified Master Level Trainer through NASM. Dale brings over two decades of experience in exercise science, performance optimization, and functional movement. He integrates clinical knowledge with evidence-based training to support rehabilitation, improve mobility, and enhance overall wellness.

Specialties: Dale has a strong interest and background in functional movement, injury prevention, and performance rehabilitation. As a former semi-professional football player in the military, he developed a deep appreciation for the biomechanics of movement following a serious knee injury that led to a self-directed and highly successful rehabilitation. This experience ignited a passion for understanding how poor movement patterns contribute to dysfunction and injury. Dale specializes in analyzing and correcting dysfunctional movement to optimize performance, prevent injury, and support long-term musculoskeletal health across all populations.

Fun Facts: Dale is a proud Pennsylvania native and lifelong fan of Pennsylvania sports teams. A 20-year military veteran, he has traveled to 72 countries and played semi-professional American football during his time in the service. His passion for movement and resilience stems from overcoming a serious knee injury sustained on the field. Outside of work, he enjoys restoring classic cars, riding motorcycles, and staying active through hands-on projects and outdoor adventures.