Our Staff

Richard Jackson, PT, OCS

Executive Director of Clinical Services

Education: Richard Jackson, PT, OCS: Richard has practiced physical therapy for over 38 years. He graduated in 1971 from Ithaca College/Albert Einstein College of Medicine with a Bachelors degree in Physical Therapy. He received an honorary Doctor of Science degree from Shenandoah University in 2000. Mr. Jackson is highly regarded as a clinician, educator, and researcher.

Specialties: Mr. Jackson has taught nationally and internationally in the field of lower extremity bio-mechanics, gait, spinal and pelvic joint dysfunction. He has presented his research in conferences in England, Australia, Austria, Canada, India, and of course, the United States. “Clinical research is essential if we are to understand what works and what does not” says Jackson.

In the past twenty five years Mr. Jackson has taught over 400 continuing education courses. About his teaching he states, “I can be most effective as a clinician by teaching therapists how to treat their patients better. I touch thousands of patients every day through the therapists who have taken my courses. I am personally involved in the training programs for our therapists, assistants, athletic trainers and exercise specialists. Comprehensive education and training is how we achieve our goals of quality and consistency.”

Fun Facts: After running 19 marathons with six trips to Boston, Richard has switched focus to golf. Some would say, (including his wife), that it is becoming an obsession. He loves to dance, enjoys country music, skeet shooting, and has never met an ice cream that he didn’t like. His overriding obsession is travel, (“I don’t care where I’m going as long as I’m making good time”).

Anna Jackson,

Executive Director of Administration/Human Resources/IT

Anna Jackson has worked over 30 years as an Administrator, and Entrepreneur. Raised in Southern California she had an early introduction to animation which turned to a concentration in computer systems development and design. Her interest in animation production waned in college, but the creative skill set followed her into the business world.

Anna oversees the marketing, human resource, and information technology aspects of The Jackson Clinics (TJC).  In her time with the company she has to lead the implementation of a fully integrated electronic medical record (EMR) system, introduced and revamped the internal communication network, and directed award-winning ad campaigns.

Anna studied at the University of California Los Angeles.  Her career has provided her the good fortune of working for or in association with companies such as Disney, Nordstrom and Merisel (now known as Coloredge).  She possesses experience in graphic design, marketing, systems design, manufacturing, distribution, human resources, and software development and training. Just prior to The Jackson Clinics, she worked as a marketing director and small business consultant.

“In a nutshell, my job is to care for the needs of our team members.  To ensure they have the right tools and systems in place, so they can do the most important job…caring for our patients”

Anna picked up the game of golf about 8 years ago and enjoys a pretty day on course with her husband. She has three great kids who are very tolerant of her work ethic. A self-confessed software addict, she gets a kick out of updates and new tools that make administrative systems more efficient and creative ideas easier to develop.  Good food, books, and world travel keep her interests.  Just before Covid, she joined the Peloton family.  She enjoys many of the instructors, but some of her favs are Cody, Tunde, Robin, Emma Lovewell, and Ally Love.  Favorite candy bar – Snickers.

Ben Keeton, PT, DPT, OCS

Director of Clinical Operations

Education: Ben graduated from the University of Delaware with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. There, he worked as a Graduate Assistant in the research department, developed a paper for publication in APTA’s PT Journal, and graduated first in his class. He completed his undergraduate work the College of William and Mary where he majored in Kinesiology with a pre-med track. At William and Mary, Ben played Division I varsity baseball for 4 years and graduate Phi Beta Kappa. He is also a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, and Board Certified Direct Access Provider and MBA Candidate at George Washington University. Ben has been certified as a clinical instructor from the American Physical Therapy Association.

Specialties: Ben is interested in rehabilitation of orthopedic conditions of all kinds. He has extensive experience with athletic injuries, postoperative care, chronic pain, and exercise prescription and progression. He is an educator at many levels in The Jackson Clinics, including teaching courses for professional development, mentoring new graduates, mentoring physical therapy students, mentoring orthopedic residents, and mentoring Clinic Directors and Office Managers on clinical operations. He has a passion for professional development, involvement in the APTA, and involvement in global initiatives for the advancement of the profession of physical therapy.

Fun Facts: Ben enjoys playing sports and is a Wiffle Ball Champion! He is also an avid fisherman and spends as much time as possible on the water. He loves to travel, and has worked with the Jackson Foundation to teach physical therapy in Ethiopia and Kenya as part of the ongoing Africa Programs.

Cindy Cutright, PT, MBA, DPT

Director of Clinical Services

Cindy graduated from the University of Baltimore with a B.S. in Physical Therapy. She also received her M.B.A. from Strayer University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Shenandoah University. Cindy is a Board Certified Direct Access Provider.

Cindy has over 20 years experience in outpatient physical therapy. She has treated patients as young as 5 months and as old as the mid-nineties.  She has a strong background and interest in spine and muscle imbalance problems of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions, including treating headaches. She is very experienced in sacroiliac problems, including chronic cases and pregnancy related issues. Cindy also enjoys and is experienced with pediatric patients including developmental delays, cerebral palsy, torticollis and head injury.  She is also experienced in treating a variety of upper and lower extremity problems such as rotator cuff injuries, ACL injuries, and total knee replacements.

Cindy is an Anglophile.  She loves to vacation in England and enjoys reading books on English history. Cindy has a cat named Stormy, who snores!

Kristopher Porter, PT, DPT, OCS

Director of Residency and Fellowship

Education: Dr. Porter graduated from UAB with his Doctorate in 2007. Two years later, Kris graduated from the orthopedic PT residency program at The Jackson Clinics and became board certified in orthopedics. He has been a mentor and didactic instructor for over a decade in orthopedic and sports residencies. More recently, Kris has been a faculty member in The Jackson Clinics Upper Extremity Athlete and Foot/Ankle Fellowship program. Kris also is the lead instructor for several courses on low back pain, foot/ankle disorders, as well as lower extremity and spine biomechanics and exercise. Kris has and continues to serve as a clinical instructor to physical therapy students from various universities and has served as adjunct faculty at Marymount University. Dr. Porter was co-author of the peer-reviewed Pelvic Girdle Current Concepts monograph published by the APTA and wrote a book chapter on Plantar Heel Pain.

Specialties: Kris is skilled in treating musculoskeletal disorders of the entire human-machine. If Dr. Porter is not proficient in treating your condition fully, Kris has a broad network and is happy to recommend another therapist, physician or other healthcare provider that can help manage and restore function as soon as possible. He works with patients of all ages and abilities to include competitive athletes, but he does not work with infants or toddlers. Dr. Porter makes custom orthotics for the foot and related disorders of the knee and above. He also utilizes blood flow restriction therapy and dry needling when traditional treatments don’t work for strengthening or pain management respectively. Kris was a college pitcher and has developed a deep interest in working with overhead athletes.

Fun Facts: Kris is committed to improving the profession of physical therapy globally and has been involved in physical therapy education programs in Peru, Bhutan, Ethiopia, and Kenya.  Kris was a founding associate editor for a new journal, JOSPT Cases. Kris played college baseball, but he does not discriminate against any sport. “If I’m hitting, throwing, or catching a ball, especially with patients, friends or my kids, I’m in my happy place!”

Phillip Ratliff, PT, DPT, OCS

Director of Clinical Analytics / Physical Therapist

Education: Phillip is a 2012 Duke University graduate with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He completed his undergraduate work in 2009 at University of Tulsa in Tulsa, OK with a degree in Exercise Sports Science and a minor in Psychology. In 2012, he completed a specialty certification in Vestibular Therapy and Rehabilitation. He is also an active APTA member in the orthopedic and neurology section and a member of the vestibular/dizziness special interest group.

Specialties: Phillip has a strong interest and background in treating all orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. He has worked closely with MD’s from the Steadman-Hawkins clinics for numerous post-operative care patients from high school through geriatric populations. Phillip also has a real passion for working with patients suffering from vertigo, dizziness, imbalance, and other vestibular disorders. He has worked extensively with conditions such as Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV), Unilateral vestibular loss, bilateral vestibular loss, Meniere’s disease, and disorders of the central nervous system. He is also plays an active role in the Jackson Clinics Vestibular Team and the further development of the company’s vestibular programs.

Fun Facts: Phillip is an avid sports fan of all types, although his heart lies with basketball. He has played basketball in competitive leagues since age 9 and has been a part of numerous intramural champions throughout his undergraduate and graduate career, including a championship won in Cameron Indoor Arena on Coach K Court. Phillip is a feverish Duke Blue Devil and Tulsa Golden Hurricane Fan. In his spare time, he can be found working out, shooting hoops in the local park, enjoying a good sports game on television, or hanging out with his friends and family.

Lucas Braga,

Director of Marketing

Jay Pappas,

Director of IT / Executive Project Manager

Allison Watson, PTA

Clinic Director

Cristina Belmonte, PT, DPT

Clinic Director

Education:

Cristina graduated from Ithaca College with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2021. She completed her undergraduate work at Ithaca College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Clinical Health Studies and Minor of Psychology in 2019. She has completed multiple pelvic health courses through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehab Institute. Cristina has also been a member of the APTA since 2020.

Specialties:

Cristina has an interest and strong background in treating patients of all ages and orthopedic conditions, as well as post-operative and return to sport rehabilitation. She also has taken a strong interest in pelvic health rehabilitation, specifically treating women during pregnancy and throughout their post-partum recovery, as well as throughout their lifespan to help them participate in their favorite activities without pain or incontinence. Cristina has a passion for guiding patients through their rehabilitation with confidence, allowing them to return to the things they love most.

Fun Facts:

Cristina is originally from Stamford, CT and comes from a large Italian family. She played competitive soccer throughout high school and college. She is a huge fan of the US Women’s National Soccer Team. In her free time she enjoys hiking, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

Dan Jones, ATC

Clinic Director

Education: Dan is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University with a Degree in Kinesiology with an emphasis in Athletic Training. He graduated and passed The NATABOC exam in May of 2000.

Specialties: Since Graduation Dan has been providing Athletic Training Services in both Secondary School settings as well as Orthopedic outpatient Physical Therapy clinics.

Fun Facts: Dan is a devoted father of two small Boys and loves spending time with them during outdoor activities.

Elizabeth DePasquale, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Liz graduated from Shenandoah University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in August 2015. She completed her undergraduate work at Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise in May of 2012. She traveled to Kenya in December 2016 to assist with teaching the Lumbar Spine and Pelvic Girdle, as a part of the ongoing Jackson Clinics Africa Programs. Liz recently completed our Orthopedic Residency Program and is now an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.

Specialties: Liz has a strong interest and background in orthopedic and overuse injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. She has experience working with various sports injuries, as she worked with the Virginia Tech Sports Medicine team and cheerleading and dance teams. She has a strong passion for injury prevention and helping patients return to activities that they enjoy.

Fun Facts: Liz loves being active and traveling, with any excuse to go somewhere new. She usually can be found hiking somewhere, whether it be in the Shenandoah Valley, out West or in Scotland with a wounded warrior organization she volunteers with. One of her biggest passions is running. She completed Marine Corps Marathon in 2016 and hopes to finish it again this year.  During the fall, you can often find her in front of the TV, watching college football and cheering on her Hokies.

Elizabeth Signorelli, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Elizabeth earned her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2019 from Stony Brook University. She completed her undergraduate studies at George Mason University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2016. She is a current resident in The Jackson Clinics’ Orthopedic Residency Program (completing in 2021). She is an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS). She has been an APTA member since 2016.

Specialties: Elizabeth has experience with post-operative rehabilitation and treating a variety of orthopedic conditions. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and diverse musculoskeletal injuries. In addition to her orthopedic specialization, she has completed her LSVT-BIG certification to work with patients with Parkinson’s Disease. With a background in field hockey and running, Elizabeth enjoys working with individuals looking to return to sport and recreation.

Fun facts: Elizabeth enjoys staying active through running, yoga, field hockey, and hiking. She competed and coached the club field hockey team at George Mason University. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and exploring to gain knowledge through new experiences. She has been to both Ecuador and Kenya to provide and teach PT services. Elizabeth is very passionate about providing sustainable PT services and promoting overall wellness across the local and global communities.

Emily Horst, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Emily graduated from Slippery Rock University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2017. She also completed her undergraduate work at Slippery Rock University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science.

Specialties: Emily has a strong interest and background in treating sport and orthopedic injuries with a special interest and experience treating patients with rock climbing injuries.  Emily is certified in dry needling and blood flow restriction therapy. Emily enjoys working with patients of all ages to help them reach their goals and perform at their greatest potential.

Fun Facts: Emily is from Lancaster, Pennsylvania and enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, skiing, biking, and rock climbing. Emily enjoys traveling and has had the opportunity to provide physical therapy services in Peru and travel to Kenya with the Jackson Clinics to teach physical therapy students there.

Erin Burford, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Erin graduated from Marymount University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in August 2015. She completed her undergraduate work at The University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with a sports medicine concentration. She is a certified direct access provider. Erin recently completed our Orthopedic Residency Program and is now an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.

Specialties: Erin has a strong interest and background in orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. She has experience working with various sports in college while in college spending a year with the men’s lacrosse team and working various other summer camps.

Fun Facts: Erin is a native of Fairfax, Virginia, attending Fairfax High School. In her free time Erin enjoys coaching a club field hockey team with girls from high schools all over Northern Virginia. Outside of that she enjoys anything outdoors or reading a book on a rainy day.

Jane Summers, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Dr. Summers graduated from Lynchburg College with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2014. She completed her undergraduate work at Liberty University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Psychology. She completed the Jackson Clinics residency program and is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. As an APTA-certified clinical instructor, she enjoys giving back to the profession via mentoring physical therapy students throughout the year.

Specialties: Dr. Summers works with a wide patient population, and has experience treating neurological and orthopedic pathologies, including post-operative conditions and vestibular dysfunction. She enjoys utilizing her manual therapy skills and also provides dry needling services, to supplement patient-tailored strengthening and movement re-training exercises.

Fun Facts: Jane enjoys reading, traveling, and being physically active. She will try most anything once in the name of fun, relational bonding, and experiential growth.

Jeff Camara, PT, DPT, MBA, CMTPT/DN

Clinic Director

Education:  Jeff graduated from American International College with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. While there, he served as a Graduate Assistant in the campus intramural and recreational department. Previously, he completed his undergraduate studies at the College of Charleston, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and Athletic Training. During this time, he gained experience working with various collegiate sports teams in rehabilitation and treatment. Seeking to expand his expertise, Jeff pursued and obtained a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in finance from an online program at Louisiana Tech University.

Specialties: Jeff has extensive knowledge and a strong interest in treating orthopedic and sports injuries. His treatment background includes blood-flow restriction rehab, post-operative care, vestibular/vertigo, pediatric care, and aquatic therapy. Jeff is also fully certified in dry needling, which he received through Myopain Seminars. He is one of our leading mentors for physical therapy students and new hires in the company.

Fun Facts: Jeff is an avid golfer and multi-sport intramural champion. He loves friendly competition in all sports, enjoys traveling, and is often described as a big foodie. Jeff loves trying different types of foods and has a passion for cooking. Jeff has also had his moments of fame by being in a Pizza Hut Super Bowl commercial and was also featured in a MightyMeals video in support of their delicious food.

Jennifer Burda, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA

Clinic Director

Education: Jennifer graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. She also majored in Biology with a minor in Psychology from Allegheny College. Jennifer is a Certified Lymphedema Therapist for treatment of the upper and lower extremities.

Specialties: Jennifer is experienced in orthopedic rehabilitation and enjoys treating foot, ankle, knee, spinal, shoulder, and wrist and hand injuries. She also enjoys working with pediatrics and has previous experience working with children at the Western Pennsylvania School for Blind Children.

Fun Facts: Jennifer is a 10 time marathon finisher! Her favorite flavor of ice cream is Chocolate.

Kathryn Hayes, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Kathryn graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2017. She also received a post post-baccalaureate graduate certificate in the Virginia Leadership Education Program in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (Va-LEND). Kathryn accomplished an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency with the Jackson Clinics and became board certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist in Spring 2020. Kathryn is a direct access provider and has been a member of the APTA since 2017.

Specialties: Kathryn is skilled in orthopedic rehabilitation with a specialty in lower extremity athletes. She has a special interest in pediatrics and young teens concerning sports injuries, neurodevelopmental disorders, gait abnormalities, and other musculoskeletal dysfunctions. Kathryn is specialized in 3D running analysis for improvement of performance, improvement in running efficiency, decrease pain, and prevention of injury.

Fun Facts: Kathryn enjoys a variety of sports including trail running, soccer, and horseback riding.

Leila Khatouri, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Leila graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2016. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Psychology. She has been a member of the APTA since 2013. She completed TJC’s Orthopedic Residency Program in 2019 and is now an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. Since 2019 she has taken several certification courses in Pelvic Health through Herman & Wallace Pelvic Rehab Institute.

Specialties: Leila has a strong interest and background in pelvic health, orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. She enjoys working with patients of all ages and with a variety of musculoskeletal injuries. She has a special interest in treating women during pregnancy and throughout their post-partum recovery, as well as throughout their lifespan to help them participate in exercise and recreation without pain or incontinence.

Fun facts: Leila played on the club volleyball team while at UVA and continues to enjoy playing whenever she gets the chance. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, watching the University of Virginia basketball team, and going to the beach. Lately she spends most of her free time with her dog, Frankie, who is a big ball of joy and energy and keeps her very busy.

Meena Ravi Shankar, PT, MSPT

Clinic Director

Education:

Meena graduated from the master’s in physical therapy program with a specialization in neurosciences from Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research, India in August 2018. She completed her bachelor’s in physical therapy from Meenakshi College of Physiotherapy, India.

Specialties:

Meena has been working as a physical therapist for over 10 years. Her experience has led to a strong interest in motor control and re-learning with her patients of all ages and with all conditions. She enjoys working with patients regularly with a focus on gait training, balance and coordination. This has motivated her to work in both musculoskeletal and neuro outpatient rehab settings so far in her career. She is highly interested in working with patients who are motivated to achieve independence in their activities of daily living and return to work, play, and family life.

Fun Facts:

Meena enjoys reading fiction in English and her native language, Tamil. Realistic fiction is her favorite genre. Likewise, she enjoys watching movies based on real-life and books. Her latest interest is creating her personal board game collection. She is a trained singer in Indian classical music and hopes to be able to explore this interest more intensively in the future. She prefers to travel by train, when the option is available. And considers reading a book and playing board games with her kids while traveling on a train to be an ideal vacation.

Raven Jefferson, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Raven graduated from University of Lynchburg with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2021 where she worked as a graduate assistant and served as Marketing Chair for the Community Health Center, a student-run pro bono clinic. She graduated Cum Laude from University of South Carolina Upstate in 2017 with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science. Raven completed The Jackson Clinics Orthopedic Residency in 2023 and is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS). She has been an APTA member since 2018 and is an APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor.

Specialties: Raven has experience in treating a variety of orthopedic conditions including athletic injuries, overuse injuries, and post-operative care. She is interested in treating the lower extremity including the hip, knee, and ankle with a particular interest in treating recreational athletes and weekend warriors.

Fun Facts: Raven was a Division 1 collegiate basketball player at USC Upstate where she was named the Female Athlete of the Year her senior year. She continues to play basketball recreationally and also enjoys weightlifting, dance fitness, hiking, biking, kayaking, traveling, and exploring the DMV.

Ryan Herr, PT, DPT, OCS

Clinic Director

Education: Ryan graduated from Duke University with his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree in 2017. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Medicine with a minor in Psychology at Radford University in 2014. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Radford and was awarded “Sports Medicine Major of the Year” by his professors his senior year. Ryan completed The Jackson Clinics’ Orthopedic Residency and became Board Certified as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) in 2020. Ryan has been a member of the APTA since 2014 and is an APTA Certified Clinical Instructor.

Specialties: Ryan has experience in treating a variety of orthopedic conditions and is especially interested in shoulder, ankle/foot, knee and lumbar spine conditions. Having undergone physical therapy, himself, for a baseball injury as a teenager, Ryan has a particular interest in working with adolescent athletes and returning them to a competitive level as quickly and safely as possible.

Fun Facts: Ryan is a Northern Virginia native and has grown up as a fan of all Washington sports teams. While he may have left Duke, the Cameron Craziness has not left him, and during college basketball season you will find him cheering on the Blue Devils. In addition to watching sports, Ryan enjoys being physically active, snowboarding, and playing baseball, softball, kickball and flag football.

Phil Forsythe, PT, DPT, SCS

Concussion Program Director

Education: Phil graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in December 2021. He completed his undergraduate work at The Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with an honors focus in Movement Science. He is a graduate of the Sports Residency Program (2024) and is a current faculty member/mentor for the Sports Residency Program.

Specialties: Phil is a board-certified Sports Physical Therapist particularly interested in working with youth athletes dealing with lower extremity sports injuries with a specialty interest in post-operative ACL reconstruction rehabilitation and sports related concussion management. He works closely with the local youth soccer organizations, especially Vienna Youth Soccer (VYS), for rehabilitation and sports performance needs. He is the current sports-related concussion program director dedicated to increasing access and education for athletes and providers within the sports residency who may encounter sports-related concussions.

Fun Facts: Phil is an avid sports goer with a collegiate-level background in cross country running but can be found playing pick-up basketball at the OneLife Fitness. He currently participates competitively in Obstacle Course Racing. He is an avid supporter of Penn State and Pitt Football and basketball as well as Leicester City F.C and the New York Liberty.

Gabby Szymkowicz,

Exercise Specialist, Assistant Clinic Director

Education: Gabby is from Cincinnati, Ohio, and attended West Virginia University, where she majored in Sport and Exercise Psychology with a minor in Human Services.

Specialties: As she has always had an active lifestyle, she has a passion for working with active individuals. However, regardless of the patient, she finds it rewarding to improve patient lives every day.

Fun Facts: In her free time, Gabby enjoys reading, thrift shopping, and cuddling with her cat.

Marcel Brown,

Patient Experience Director

Yasmeen Ahmad,

Patient Experience Director

Abby Rossiter, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Abigail graduated from Old Dominion University with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in May 2023.  She completed her undergraduate work at Old Dominion University as well where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science with an Interdisciplinary minor in Health and Wellness in 2020. She has been an APTA member since 2020.  Abby earned her Herman and Wallace Pelvic Floor Practitioner Certification during the final year of her doctorate program and began to specialize in pelvic floor physical therapy during her last clinical rotation.

Specialties: Abby has a strong interest in pelvic health as it relates to orthopedic conditions and plans to further her education in this realm.  At Old Dominion University, she gained seven years of experience as a personal trainer and fitness instructor, in which she enjoyed teaching strength and conditioning classes for various populations.  She is passionate about health and wellness and treating patients with a holistic approach, with a special interest in women\'s health.  She also has experience working with patients with Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders.

Fun Facts: Apart from teaching fitness classes and personal training in college, Abby was an Outdoor Adventure Trip Leader and led her peers in various outdoor recreational activities, her favorites being backpacking and hiking in the mountains.  She also loves the beach and being by the water, as she grew up in the Virginia Beach region.  Abby enjoys traveling, taking yoga and pilates classes, cooking, playing with her shitzu puppy, discovering new restaurants, and immersing herself in various creative hobbies.  She is always eager to try something new and has recently started to play pickleball.

Abhinav Yadav, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Abhinav graduated from the University of Delhi and went on to complete a Masters degree in Sports Physical Therapy at the University of Amritsar.  He then went to the U.S. to complete his doctoral degree in physical therapy (DPT) at Utica College in New York.

Specialties: Abhinav is dedicated to the profession of physical therapy and is always seeking to learn new skills and techniques.  He has earned specialist certifications as an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS) and also as a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS).  He is also certified to do Dry Needling.  Abhinav was accepted to and completed his time for the Traveling Fellowship with  the APTA Sports section [Kevin Wilks TSF 2018].

Fun Facts: Dedicated to his profession both in clinic and on the field, Abhinav enjoys volunteering for sports coverage.  He has completed the USOC medical volunteer program.  Loves to run 5ks, half marathons and good game of badminton or cricket.

Adam Schreiman, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Adam graduated from Northeastern University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy with a Sports Concentration in May 2024. He also completed his undergraduate work at Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation Sciences and a minor in Psychology. Adam has been an APTA member since 2022.

Specialties: Adam has a strong interest and background in working with a variety of orthopedic injuries in outpatient, acute, and professional athletic settings. As a part of his lifelong goal to work in professional baseball and with athletes, he will be pursuing a sports residency and becoming a Sports Certified Specialist.

Fun Facts: Adam is a massive sports fan, both playing and watching. He grew up playing tennis and enjoys playing golf, soccer, softball, and basketball. He is an avid fan of the Anaheim professional teams and the University of Michigan. Beyond sports and work, he enjoys hiking, cooking, running, and travelling (mostly to try amazing food).

Adriel Delacruz, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education:

Adriel graduated from Radford University Carilion with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2022. Prior to attaining his DPT, he graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelors in Exercise Science back in 2018 and spent a gap year working as a PT Aide in an outpatient clinic before going into Physical Therapy school.

Specialties:

Adriel has an interest in treating patients of orthopedic and sports related presentations, where he is more than willing patients of all activity levels. From low-level intensity to weekend warriors to athletes, Adriel is happy to treat various patients as long as they come into therapy with a good attitude.

Fun Facts:

When Adriel is not in the clinic treating his patients, you can find him playing pickup basketball, working out, listening to music, trying out food places, and spending time with his friends and family.

Alayna Salzler, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Alayna was born and raised in Buffalo NY and graduated with a doctorate in Physical Therapy from Daemen University in 2023, where she spent her free time as a Daemen Cheerleader and taking adult ballet classes.

Specialties: She is passionate about working with performing artists, especially dancers, and patients with vestibular challenges including BPPV and vestibular migraines.

Fun Facts: On the weekends, Alayna spends her time reading fantasy novels, knitting, and cuddling with her 9 year old cat Molly.

Alexander Kim, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Alex received his Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice at the Virginia Commonwealth University in May 2016 and received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in December 2022 at the University of St. Augustine.

Specialties: Alex\'s primary interest is in general orthopedics and has some background in nutrition/dieting. After losing approximately 90 lbs., Alex developed a strong desire to help & motivate others in reaching their full physical potential with dieting, physical therapy, and overall health. He enjoys treating patients of all ages and all types of injuries & pathologies.

Fun Facts: Alex was on track to attend law school and worked at a law firm. Eventually, he changed his focus to culinary or physical therapy, ultimately deciding on physical therapy. Alex enjoys cooking, experiencing all different types of cultures & spices, and expanding his palate.

Alisha Nagda, PT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Alisha graduated from The Chicago Medical School in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy. She also received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Major in Finance from The University of Illinois at Chicago in 1996. Alisha is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist.

Specialties: Alisha has nine years of experience in the field of orthopaedic Physical Therapy and is highly trained in treating a variety of orthopaedic conditions including the spine, shoulder, knee, hip, and ankle. She has a special interest in treating post-surgical patients and the athletic population.

Fun Facts: Alisha enjoys reading, exercising, and watching movies. Most importantly, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two children.

Amanda Cronin, PT, DPT, CSCS, SCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Mandy graduated from Drexel University with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in April 2019. She completed her undergraduate coursework in Kinesiology at the University of Virginia. She has been a member of the APTA since 2017 and is also a member of the Sports and Orthopedic Sections of the APTA.

Specialties: Mandy is interested in a wide range of orthopedic conditions, particularly those commonly seen in youth and female athletes. Having grown up playing a variety of sports, Mandy values helping patients return back to the sport they love or preventing injuries before they happen. She has also obtained her Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) to effectively treat high level athletes. Additionally, she also enjoys treating concussions and patients with post-concussive syndrome.

Fun Facts: Mandy is a passionate sports fan, especially for UVA Basketball and the U.S. Women’s National Team. She enjoys listening to country music, spending time on the lake, reading, and listening to podcasts. In addition to being a fan, Mandy enjoys playing and coaching soccer in her spare time.

Amanda Nguyen, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education:

Amanda graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in May 2018. She then went to Thomas Jefferson University and completed her Doctorate in Physical therapy in May 2022. Amanda has been a member of the APTA since 2019.

Specialties:

Amanda has a strong interest in pediatrics, vestibular rehabilitation, and sports-related injuries. She enjoys working with all types of athletes, from dancers to soccer players, and she is open to treating them all!

Fun Facts:

Amanda is a native of northern Virginia and is a former 1st-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do and still enjoys learning other types of martial arts. In her free time, she enjoys weightlifting, calisthenics, playing video games, and trying new board games with friends.

Ann Lodovichetti, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education:
Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Marymount University of Arlington, VA.  I have been spending majority of my 10 years of practice in outpatient Ortho while using a variety of manual techniques such as soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, myofascial releasing

Specialties:
I would like to be OCS certified and possibly pursue COMT.

Fun Facts: My daughter is in ballet so my husband and I are very involved with the productions she participates in.  I am typically involved in the costume department.  We love to cook together, have music blasting while cleaning and just exploring the world near and far.

Barbara Semple, PT, DPT, ATC, CMC, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Barbara received her bachelor’s in physical therapy from Florida International University and her Masters in Administrative Science from Johns Hopkins University. She received her Athletic Training Certification from George Mason University and her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Arcadia University in Philadelphia. Barbara is a member of the Orthopedic and Sports Chapter of the APTA, AAOP and NATA.

Specialties: Barbara is A Board Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist through the APTA.  She is also a Certified Cervical and Temporomandibular Therapist through the PTBCCT.  Barbara is a certified provider in the Graston Technique and offers instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, and is also certified in dry needling. She is certified in Concussion Management through EIM  and can provide a comprehensive targeted approach following concussions from Sports, MVA ,Falls and Vertigo

Fun Facts: Barbara has two daughters living in the Northern Virginia area. She loves to bike and hike and explore all the trails in Northern Virginia with her husband.

Ben Birley, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education:
Ben graduated from the Medical University of South Carolina with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in August 2020.  He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. While at MUSC, Ben had a hand in a pilot study in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and its effect on lower extremity motor units.

Specialties:
Ben has an interest and background in orthopedic injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, postural re-education, and powerlifting.  During a clinical rotation, Ben became interested in a series of studies detailing Olympic-style weightlifting and its effects on bone density in postmenopausal women and otherwise low bone density men.  He very much enjoys teaching people who have never done a deadlift in their life how to perform one well and loves showing people who never thought they would go near a barbell how rewarding strength training can be. Athletes who know their way around a gym are also in his wheelhouse, and he enjoys ironing out their approach to pumping iron.

Fun Facts:
Despite doing all his higher education in the state of South Carolina, Ben had never previously set foot in the state and instead grew up in North Carlina and Georgia.  He enjoys working out and watching a great many sports, chiefly baseball.  He is an Atlanta sports fan, for better or (more commonly) worse.  He also greatly enjoys speaking in their person about himself (jk)

Cassie Jurasits, PT

Physical Therapist

Education: Cassie graduated from the University of Central Arkansas in 1989 with a BS in Physical Therapy. She is an active orthopeadic section APTA member and regularly attends continuing education courses offered by the Jackson Clinics Residency Program.

Specialties: Cassie’s specialty is outpatient orthopeadics. She enjoys helping people feel better, move better, and function better with the basic activities of everyday living, as well as helping them get back to doing what they love to do. In addition to providing manual therapy and exercise guidance, Cassie enjoys educating people to a greater understanding of their individual physical situations. She has a particular interest in treating dysfunctions of the spine, shoulder, elbow, wrist, hip, knee, and ankle.

Fun Facts: Cassie landed her first job at Johns Hopkins Hospital because of a foot massage. She and her husband hiked Half Dome. Her favorite family vacation spot is Cape Cod, Massachusetts.

Catherine Thomas , PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Catherine attended Utica College for undergrad and grad: Graduated grad school in May 2015. Bachelor of science in health studies with minor in gerontology.

Specialties: Catherine enjoys working with Orthopedics and post op of all ages. Working with patients to return to sport, and guiding patients to return to what they love doing most.

Fun Facts: Catherine ran track in college as a sprinter at Utica College. She enjoys exploring outdoors, hiking, cycling, and watching sporting events (NY sport teams). She is also a big fan of US women’s national soccer team.

Chelsea McNally, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Chelsea graduated from Duke University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2016. She completed her undergraduate work at Radford University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise, sport, and health education with a focus in sports medicine. Chelsea has been a member of the APTA since 2013 and is a certified clinical instructor.

Specialties: Chelsea has a background in treating a variety of orthopedic conditions throughout the lifespan with a strong interest in treatment of the neck and temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJD). She is a strong believer in taking a holistic approach to treatment, seeing each patient as an individual and assisting them in attaining their specific rehabilitation goals.

Fun Facts: Chelsea is a huge Duke and Virginia Tech fan having grown up in Blacksburg, VA. Outside of the clinic she enjoys hiking, spending time with family, playing board games, and attending renaissance festivals.

Chris Adams, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Chris completed his undergraduate work at Weber State University with a Bachelor of Science in Athletic Therapy. He graduated from the University of Puget Sound with his Doctor of Physical Therapy in May 2013. Chris accomplished an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency with the Jackson Clinics in September of 2023. Chris is direct access provider and has been a member of the APTA since 2010.

Specialties: Chris is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Chris has an interest in orthopedic and sports physical therapy. He has a background in post-operative rehabilitation, working with patients participating in high school athletics, and treating common orthopedic injuries.

Fun Facts: Chris enjoys geocaching, playing dominoes and board games with his children, spending time outdoors with his family, and watching Star Wars. He does not discriminate against sports; as long as it has a ball, puck, or some kind of score, he’ll enjoy watching it. He is an avid Seahawks fan and could hold his own in a conversation with a sports broadcaster.

Chris Capizzi, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Chris graduated from High Point University with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in April 2023. He completed his Bachelor of Science degree in Rehabilitation Psychology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2018. He has been a member of the APTA since 2020.

Specialties: Chris is strongly interested in sports-related injuries, especially those pertaining to the upper extremity and foot/ankle. He has experience working with vestibular/cerebellar disorders in military special operation populations which has led to a strong interest in further exposure/education working with those experiencing these pathologies.

Fun Facts: Chris is a huge fan of Mitchell Tenpenny and Ryan Reynolds. In his free time, he enjoys working out, playing historical-action-based video games, and being active with his miniature Australian Shepherd, Allie, whether it be hiking or running around various dog parks. He is an avid supporter of Tottenham Hotspur FC, the Carolina Hurricanes, and as an Atlantean, the Atlanta area sports teams.

Claire Dulin Ortiz, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Claire earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Grand Valley State University where she worked as a graduate assistant. During PT school she served as President of the Michigan Physical Therapy Association Student Relations Committee, and was Chair of the Community Advocacy Committee and Historian for her class. Claire graduated Magna Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa from Western Michigan University where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Biomedical Sciences with minors in Chemistry and Spanish. She is a Board Certified Direct Access Provider and an APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor. She graduated from The Jackson Clinics Orthopaedic Residency in 2016 and became a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS) after passing the specialty board examination. Claire earned her Clinical Certification in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (COMT) in 2022. Claire has been a member of the APTA since 2010 and served as the Secretary for the Northern District of the VPTA from 2013-2017. In 2013 she received the DPT Visionary Foundation – Gary L. Soderberg Doctor of Physical Therapy Award. She traveled to Africa with The Jackson Clinics Foundation to help educate physical therapists in the OMPT class in Kenya in 2016, and to mentor DPT students in Ethiopia in 2017.

Specialties: Orthopedics. Manual Therapy. Claire enjoys treating patients with a variety of musculoskeletal and neurological impairments and has a particular interest in manual therapy. She is experienced in treating a variety of orthopedic conditions and sports injuries in areas such as the shoulder, knee, neck, ankle, spine, and sacroiliac joint and has worked with high-level amputees in the military.

Fun Facts: Claire loves soccer, snowboarding, cycling, hiking, kayaking, and exploring the outdoors. She enjoys music, travel, and learning random/useless facts. She has three fur babies, Maverick, Squirrel, and Goose (a dog and two cats). She likes to experiment in the kitchen and has a particular fondness for Blue Moon ice cream and anything from The Mitten State (Michigan).

Collin Bradley , PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Collin Graduated from Ithaca College in with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2021. Collin completed his undergraduate studies and earned a bachelor’s in clinical health studies with a minor in Psychology.

Specialties: Collin has an interest in orthopedic injuries and post-surgical rehab including total knee/hip replacements, rotator cuff repair, and ACL reconstruction. Collin has a strong interest in sports related injuries and injury prevention. Collin enjoys working with patients of all ages to improve walking, stairs, balance, and coordination.

Fun Facts: Collin enjoys playing sports in his free time like ice hockey, football, and basketball. Collin looks forward to joining rec league teams within his area. He also enjoys going on long walks with his golden retriever. Collin is from Central Pennsylvania, however, is a Washington Commanders football and St. Louis Blues ice hockey fan at heart.

Collin Close , PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Collin graduated from The University of Texas Medical Branch – Galveston with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in Aug 2024. Before that, he had worked as a licensed physical therapist assistant in orthopedic settings since 2017, both in Raleigh NC, and Austin TX. He completed his undergraduate work at The University of North Carolina Chapel Hill with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Linguistics and then worked as a Spanish language interpreter.

Specialties: Collin has a strong interest and background in orthopedic injuries and has experience working with club-level college athletes, post-operative patients, and people with chronic pain. He excels at tailoring your rehabilitation program to your specific functional goals. Collin does speak Spanish and has worked extensively with Spanish speakers in his previous PT clinics.

Fun Facts: Collin loves to be active and enjoys day hikes, paddleboarding, and going on runs. College basketball season is his favorite time of the year.

Cris Dervin Fedalizo , PT, DPT, OCS, CMTPT/DN - Pelvic Rehab

Physical Therapist

Education: University of Santo Tomas, BSPT 2011, Alabama state university, Transitional DPT 2013, Orthopedic Clinical Specialist 2022, Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist/Dry Needling 2024.

Special Interest: Orthopedic related to pain on shoulder, head and spine. Leisure athletes from kickball, beach volleyball, and weightlifting.

Fun fact: Cris loves EDM and music fest. He drove on the Pacific Coast Highway and Route 66 while he was a travelling PT. Cris enjoys watching drag shows. He completed a Chicago marathon and century bike ride in upper peninsula MI.

Danielle Scott, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Danielle graduated from Husson University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2024. She also completed her undergraduate studies at Husson earning a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science in 2022. During her graduate phase, she worked as a teaching assistant in a cadaver lab for 2 years.

Specialties: Although Danielle does not have any certified specialties (yet), she loves working with athletes, geriatrics, and post-operative rehabilitation. She is also looking forward to becoming certified in dry needling in the near future.

Fun Facts: Danielle is originally from Charlestown, NH. She was a 3-sport athlete for 11 years, beginning in middle school and ending with her 4th year of college. She competed in cross country, nordic skiing, and indoor/outdoor track and field. Her favorite track event was the steeplechase. She was a camp counselor at a summer Nike running camp for 2 years in Meriden, NH. Her other hobbies include stained glass, puzzles, reading, hiking, gardening, and pickleball.

Danny Rosette, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Danny graduated from the University of Maryland, Baltimore with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2023. He completed his Bachelor of Sciences in Health Sciences at Washington Adventist University with a Minor in Spanish in 2019. Danny has been a member of the APTA since 2020.

Specialties: Danny has a strong interest in orthopedics, post-operative rehabilitation, and sports medicine. While working on his DPT, he completed a sports clinical rotation with the University of Maryland’s D1 athletics program. He also participated in planning and leading a running clinic to help identify gait patterns that can be improved.

Fun Facts: Danny was a team-member and captain of a collegiate acrobatics team that toured the country giving performances at high schools and sports events with the focus of encouraging young people to maintain a healthy body and mind. Danny loves to stay active and enjoys playing soccer and basketball, backpacking across the Appalachian, and rooting for any DMV based teams.

Dominic Veliz, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Dominic graduated from the University of Delaware with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in February 2023. He completed his undergraduate work at the University of Texas at El Paso with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Kinesiology with a minor in Biology. Dominic has been a member of the APTA since 2020.

Specialties: Dominic has a strong passion in treating athletes of all ages and experience levels to help them regain strength and mobility, improve their technique, and develop strategies to prevent future injuries. He has a special interest in working with overhead athletes like in football, baseball, softball, volleyball, etc. As a former baseball and football athlete, he has a unique perspective on the physical demands and challenges faced by athletes who engage in throwing and overhead activities. He also has prior experience and background working with orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation.

Fun Facts: Dominic loves to stay active by running, going on hikes, and playing with his dog Daisy. Since he is originally from Texas, he loves barbeque and Mexican food and is always looking for recommendations. He also loves to watch movies, especially comic book movies, and play all types of video games.

Elena Danos, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Elena graduated from the University of Delaware with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy in December of 2021. During that same time, she also received a Master’s in Clinical Anatomy and Health Science. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of Maryland with a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology. She recently completed The Jackson Clinic’s Orthopedic Residency and is now a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist.

Specialties: Elena has a strong interest and background in working with patients with a variety of orthopedic injuries, including traumatic and overuse injuries, as well as guiding patients through post-operative rehabilitation. She loves helping patients get back to doing the things they want to do!

Fun Facts: Elena danced ballet for 13 years, including one year in the trainee program at Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. Having been an injured dancer herself, she has a passion for working with performing artists and has a unique understanding of the complex world they come from. In her free time, Elena enjoys reading, baking, working out, and traveling.

Ellie Stephens, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Ellie graduated from the University of Lynchburg with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2024. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Virginia with a Bachelor of Science Education degree in Kinesiology. She has been a member of the APTA since 2021

Specialties: Ellie has an interest and background in orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. She believes that the whole body needs to be addressed in order to achieve the best outcomes and patient goals. During her last two clinical rotations, Ellie developed an interest in Pelvic Health and enjoyed treating patients during the pregnancy, post-partum, and menopausal stages of life with conditions such as Incontinence, Urgency, Diastasis Recti, and SIJ dysfunction.

Fun Facts: Ellie is a loyal UVA fan despite growing up in a Virginia Tech household. Outside of the clinic she enjoys working out, reading, traveling, and finding new restaurants in the DMV area.

Garrett Murray, PT, DPT, Cert. DN, BAC-F

Physical Therapist

Education: Garrett graduated from Misericordia University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. During his time at Misericordia Garrett was inducted into both the National PT Student Honor Society and the National Pro Bono Honor Society and served as Outcomes Coordinator for the school’s pro bono clinic.

Specialties: Garrett has a strong interest in orthopedic and sports injuries. He has earned certifications in dry needling and tactical strength and conditioning. He is also a firm believer in empowering his patients with the knowledge and skills they need to maintain their physical health and well-being long after their therapy has ended.

Fun Facts: Garrett is a former collegiate football player and was selected to the All-MAC team as a linebacker. He enjoys exploring the great outdoors and has earned two certification in scuba diving.

Hannah Johnson, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Hannah graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Florida in May 2024. There she also volunteered at the UF pro bono Equal Access Clinic, and helped coach athletes with disabilities in adaptive gymnastics. Prior to that, Hannah completed her undergraduate education at Michigan State University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology and minor in Health Promotion in May 2021. Hannah has been a member of the APTA since 2021.

Specialties: Hannah has experience treating a variety of orthopedic conditions in both the outpatient and acute care settings. She is interested in treating athletes of all skill levels and is working towards becoming a Sports Certified Specialist.

Fun Facts: Hannah is from Glendale, Arizona where she grew up as a competitive gymnast. During her undergraduate experience, she was a member of the Michigan State Marching Band, and Club Diving Team. Hannah enjoys staying active by hiking, playing sports, and working out. She also loves to travel and watch movies.

Haval Rasheed, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Haval graduated from Mary Baldwin University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2022. He completed his undergraduate work at Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health, Physical Education, and Exercise Science. He has been a member of the APTA since 2019.

Specialties: Haval has a strong interest and background in orthopedic and sports-related injuries. Previously a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Haval enjoys working with athletes and has a strong background in return-to-sport testing, sport-specific rehab, and injury prevention exercise. Haval is also passionate about treating the spine and posture related pain/syndromes.

Fun Facts: Haval in his free time loves to travel, go to concerts, rock climb, skateboard, play tennis, and EAT. Haval is also a fried chicken sandwich connoisseur, as his current venture is to try every fried chicken sandwich restaurant in the region.

Holly Chen, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Holly graduated from Marymount University with her Doctor of Physical Therapy in August 2016. She also got a PhD degree in Rehabilitation Sciences from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Holly has been a member of the APTA and VPTA since 2013.

Specialties: Holly had a strong interest and background in orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. She was particularly trained in evaluating patients with tendinopathy and fascia using ultrasound and treating them with Extracorporeal shock wave therapy. She also has experience working with cardiac patients post surgery and patients with neurological pathologies including balance disorders. Holly has strength in conducting clinical trial research, and find most up-to-date evidence based papers for recalcitrant cases.

Fun Facts: Holly loves to taste different kinds of delicious food with her husband and two sons. She loves travel, reading, playing piano, and watching comedy movies.

Ian Slattery, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Ian graduated from George Mason with a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science. Then received his doctorate in physical therapy from Arcadia University in 2010. Ian completed The Jackson Clinics Orthopedic Residency Program in 2016.

Specialties: Ian has an interest in all orthopedic areas. He has 8 years of experience treating a variety post operative, traumatic, overuse and sports injuries.

Fun Facts: Ian is an avid exercise enthusiast

Jacob Lee, PT, DPT, CSCS, CSPS, CMTPT/DN

Physical Therapist

Education: Jacob graduated from Shenandoah University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in August 2018. He completed his undergraduate at Korea National Sports University with a Bachelor in Art degree in Physical Education where he had many opportunities to work with Olympic-level athletes. He also completed officer training from the Korean Army and served as a platoon leader and a logistic officer.

Specialties: Jacob is a CMTPT/DN(Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist /Dry Needling) who can perform dry needling on big and small muscles, as well as hands and feet. Jacob has a strong interest and background in return to sports rehabilitation, performance enhancement, and injury prevention for junior/adult athletes as well as weekend warriors. Jacob also has a lot of experience working with youth and people with long-term disabilities from his teaching experiences in Taekwondo and volunteering experiences from local churches.

Fun Facts: Jacob is from Seoul, South Korea who came to the U.S to pursue his dream to become a doctor of physical therapy. He is a jack of all trades; he has multiple black belts from Taekwondo (4th degree), Hapkido (2nd degree), and Judo (1st degree). He is a PAID certified advanced diver and an NSCA certified CSCS & CSPS with a big interest in powerlifting and functional movement enhancements. Besides working full-time at TJC, he is a USPTA certified Professional Tennis Coach who has his own business, ProBioMechanics Tennis, where he teaches youth to adult tennis groups and private classes.

Jacob Nguyen, PT, DPT, SCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Jacob graduated from the University of Delaware with his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in December 2021. He completed his undergraduate studies at Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Health and Exercise Science in 2019. Jacob has been a member of the APTA since 2019.

Specialties: Jacob has a strong background in strength and conditioning and is primarily interested in orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist through NSCA, and has experience working with youth soccer and volleyball, as well as one on one training for active adults.

Fun Facts: Jacob has been involved in sports since he was a child, including soccer, basketball, track and golf. Outside of sports and treating patients, he also enjoys cooking, hiking and fishing. He is currently working on climbing each of the highest points in all 50 states.

Jacob Ruzanski, PT,DPT

Physical Therapist

Education:

Jacob is a graduate of Tufts University School of Medicine with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in December of 2022. He holds two Bachelor’s degrees in Exercise Science and Kinesiology. Prior to pursuing a career in physical therapy, he worked as a personal trainer in a variety of settings and demographics with 10 years of experience. He has been a member of the APTA since 2020.

Specialties:

Jacob has a passion for treating patients in orthopedics emphasizing recovery, maintenance, and injury prevention. With a background in health and fitness he’s well equipped to show you how you can maximize your recovery, enhance functional capability and improve quality of life through movement. He is a great resource for increasing independence within the gym to assist in the transition from therapy to a maintenance program.

Fun Facts:

Jacob enjoys movies, music and and live entertainment, particularly stand up comedy. He is a guitar player and enjoys classic rock and blues. He likes to be physically active both in and out of the gym.

Jessica Jones, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT-UE

Physical Therapist

Education: Jessica graduated from Marymount University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) in August 2011.  She completed her undergraduate studies at Roanoke College with a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Health and Human Performance with a focus in Exercise Science. Jessica is a certified clinical instructor (CI)and an active member of The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) in the orthopedic section.

Specialties: Jessica has a strong background in treating orthopedic conditions including neck, back, pelvis, shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle as well as post-operative orthopedic conditions.   She has prior experience in aquatic therapy.  She is a certified Lymphedema Therapist-Upper Extremity (CLT-UE) and a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS).  In addition, she is experienced in treating post-operative breast cancer rehabilitation.  Jessica is passionate about helping people return to healthy, active lifestyles.  She believes physical therapy can significantly benefit patients post lumpectomy, mastectomy, radiation and/or chemotherapy to return to prior level of function.

Fun Facts: Jessica grew up in Connecticut and loves snowy days.  While at Roanoke College she played Division III Soccer. She is an active member of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) running/walking group, loves camping with her family, and long walks with her dog.

John van Koetsveld, PT, DPT, OCS, CCI, Cert. DN, Cert. SMT, Dip. Osteopractic®

Physical Therapist

Education: Dr. John earned his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the College of St. Scholastica in Duluth, Minnesota in 2018. Prior to that, he pursued an Advanced Master’s in Orthopedic Physical Therapy at Quinnipiac College (now Quinnipiac University) in Connecticut in 1996. His journey in physiotherapy began with a Bachelor’s degree from Hogeschool Midden Nederland (Central Netherlands Polytechnic, The Netherlands) in 1993. He is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, a Board Certified Direct Access Provider, and a Certified Clinical Instructor through the American Physical Therapy Association.

Specialties: With over 30 years of experience, John has a profound interest in various orthopedic areas. His expertise extends to treating a diverse range of post-operative, traumatic, overuse, and sports injuries. He has honed his skills in spinal manipulation and dry needling through various institutions. John holds certifications in Spinal Manipulative Therapy (Cert. SMT) and Dry Needling (Cert. DN) from the Spinal Manipulation Institute & Dry Needling Institute, both under the American Academy of Manipulative Therapy (AAMT). His commitment to advancing his knowledge recently led him to complete his Diploma Osteopractic® through the AAMT, a comprehensive post-graduate training program in the use of high-velocity low-amplitude thrust manipulation, dry needling, instrument-assisted manual therapies, and differential diagnostics for neuromusculoskeletal condition management. After completing training in dry needling under ultrasound guidance, He is currently pursuing certification as a Registered in Musculoskeletal® (MSK®) sonographer.

Fun Facts: John used to compete and teach ballroom and Latin dance, even owned, and operated a dance studio at one point. He holds a private pilot certificate, and on weekends can be found flying his Mooney to various airfields in search of the perfect hamburger.

Laura Barrett, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Laura graduated from Ithaca College with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy . She also received a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Sciences from Ithaca College. Laura is a Board Certified Direct Access Provider.

Specialties: Laura is skilled in rehabilitation of ankle, foot and knee disorders as well as non-surgical and post surgical interventions of the shoulder. She has a strong background in treating pediatrics (newborns to teens) for sports injuries, musculoskeletal dysfunctions and developmental delay. Laura has special interest in gait retraining and sports rehabilitation, particularly soccer, tennis, baseball/softball, and running.

Fun Facts: Laura enjoys playing many sports competitively, including soccer and street hockey and is part of the USA women’s street hockey program. She is also an avid runner, having completed 6 half marathons and her first marathon in 2009! Laura loves spending time with her husband and dog, trying new foods, and traveling.

Macie Robinson, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Macie graduated from Marquette University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2024. She obtained a Honors Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology with a minor in psychology from Marquette University as well. Macie has been an APTA member since 2022.

Specialties: Macie will be begin completing her sports residency with The Jackson Clinics this fall. She has a strong interest in sports-related rehabilitation, specifically those pertaining to lower extremity injuries. She has experience working with pediatric and adolescent populations through her background as a volleyball coach and camp counselor. Macie continued to develop her professional skills with this population during her final clinical while treating orthopedic/sports post-operative and overuse injuries.

Fun Facts: Macie loves being active and expanding her fitness journey as she grew up playing volleyball and participating in track and field. As a Chicago Native, Macie enjoys exploring new restaurants, sightseeing, and making the most of the outdoors during the summertime.

Mack Lauder , PT, DPT, CSCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Mack graduated from Tufts University with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in December 2023. He completed his undergraduate work at Trinity College with a Bachelor of Science in Biology in May 2020, he then completed his Master of Science in Applied Physiology and Kinesiology with a concentration in human performance in December 2021 at the University of Florida. Mack has been a member of the APTA and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) since 2021.

Specialties: Interests include orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation, in addition to working with athletes ranging from youth throughout adulthood. His interest in Physical Therapy began in college after having surgery on his shoulder. Mack gained his background in sports performance, movement optimization, and lifting mechanics while working with his college strength coach. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the NSCA, allowing him to work with athletes of all ages to improve their on-field performance while incorporating injury prevention techniques. He has experience working with patients and many athletes for PT-related services, injury prevention, sports performance, and returning to sport following concussions.

Fun Facts: Mack was a D3 baseball player while attending Trinity College. He enjoys Olympic Weightlifting, Spartan Obstacle Course races, golfing, and hiking. He likes listening to many different genres of music, but prefers country music. Mack grew up just North of New York City and roots for the Yankees, Giants, and Rangers

Madalyn Lagos, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education:
Madalyn graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2021. She completed her undergraduate work at Christopher Newport University with a Bachelor of Science in Cellular, Molecular, and Physiological Biology.

Specialties:
Madalyn has a strong interest in treating a variety of orthopedic injuries. She played soccer throughout high school, so she enjoys working with athletes and returning them to the sport that they love. Recently, Madalyn began pursuing her interest in treating pelvic floor dysfunction. She is particularly passionate about treating women both antepartum and postpartum.

Fun Facts:
In her free time, Madalyn loves being active through hiking, running, and going to the gym. She enjoys exploring new cities as well as spending time with her family and friends.

Marco Mirnics, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Marco has most recently graduated from the University of Delaware with a Masters in Clinical Health Sciences and Doctor of Physical Therapy in March 2022 and February 2023 respectively. Prior to his clinical care route, he graduated with a Biomedical Engineering Degree from Tulane University in 2020.

Specialties: Marco has a strong interest and background in orthopedics and prosthesis training to which he continues to constantly learn and improve his clinical care. With a biomedical engineering background and his last project before his return to graduate school of fabrication of prototypes for a new total knee replacement, Marco loves working with post op partial or total joint replacements. Additionally, during his time at the University of Delaware and during clinical rotations working at the Wilmington VA (in Delaware), Marco has worked extensively with podiatrists, orthotists, prosthetists, and the entire medical team in order to best serve individuals with limb loss.

Fun Facts: Marco likes to dabble and try a little bit of everything. From playing at local chess club and tournaments, woodworking, 3D printing and designing useless gadgets around his house, creating spray painting art, playing ultimate frisbee for his physical activity… he always has a new project or interest to constantly keep life entertaining.

Maria Hamilton, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

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.

Megan Flaherty, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Megan graduated from Shenandoah University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in August 2019. She completed her undergraduate work at University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science. Megan has been a member of the APTA since 2016.

Specialties: Megan has a strong interest and background in orthopedic and sports injuries, as well as post-operative rehabilitation. As a former D3 lacrosse player, Megan has a strong interest in working with athletes of any form. She is currently studying to become a certified strength and conditioning specialist to better serve her patient’s needs.

Fun Facts: Megan played D3 college lacrosse for two years. She loves to remain active in her free time whether that be lifting weights or going for hikes outdoors. Megan loves watching sports, especially hockey (Go Caps!).

Michael Kecman, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Michael graduated from The George Washington University in 2010 with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy and was accepted into the National Alpha Eta Honor Society. He graduated from Duke University with a Bachelor of Arts in Biological Anthropology and Anatomy and was a member of the wrestling team where he was twice named to the Atlantic Coast Conference Academic Honor Roll. Michael is a Certified Clinical Instructor by the American Physical Therapy Association. Michael is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, Board Certified Direct Access Provider and has been a member of the American Physical Therapy Association since 2007. Michael has also been trained to perform Trigger Point Dry Needling. Mike is a member of the American Society of Shoulder and Elbow Therapists

Specialties: Michael is a 2012 graduate of the Jackson Clinics’ Orthopedic Residency Program and he is a 2015 graduate of the Jackson Clinics’ Upper Extremity Fellowship. Michael is involved in residency and fellowship mentorship and is the co- director of the fellowship program. As a former Division I athlete, Michael has a strong interest in treating athletes of all ages and experience levels. He also enjoys treating a wide variety of pre and post-operative orthopedic conditions of the shoulder, elbow, knee, ankle, lumbar and cervical spine. Michael has a strong interest in education and has developed and taught courses on the upper extremity to fellow medical professionals. He has also provided in-services to personal trainers from around the region on a variety of topics.

Fun Facts: Michael enjoys weight lifting, spending time with family and friends and all things Duke. LET’S GO DUKE!!!

Michael Pickel, PT, DPT, SCS

Physical Therapist

Education:
Mike graduated from Hampton University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2022. He completed his undergraduate work at Bluffton University in Ohio with a Bachelor of Science in Pre-Physical Therapy. Mike is a member of both the APTA and the NABPT-VA where he serves as the mentorship coordinator.

Specialties:
Mike is heavily interested in sports physical therapy and will be working towards earning his SCS as a part of the sports residency. As a former collegiate basketball player, he has a strong background in competitive sports. He is a certified emergency responder for the athlete and has experience doing sideline coverage for amateur football teams in the Hampton Roads area.

Fun Facts:
Mike loves to travel and explore new areas of the country. His favorite sport is basketball and favorite player is LeBron James. He also has a Labrador Retriever named Rocky who he spends most of his free time with when he is not working. His favorite artist is J.Cole.

Mike Wilkins, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Mike graduated from Mary Baldwin with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2021. He completed his undergraduate degree of Bachelor of Sciences in Geology and a Minor in Fitness at the University of Pittsburgh. He has been a member of the APTA since 2017.

Specialties: Mike is interested in treating the body as a whole and how the different parts work together as a team. He is a certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist. He worked for 3 years as an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer before starting his PT journey.

Fun Facts: Mike spends most of his free time reading fantasy stories or playing with his dog. He enjoys playing tennis with his family and competing in solving puzzles or games.

Nathan Schaffer, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Nathan graduated from Slippery Rock University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy. He completed his undergraduate work at Liberty University with a Bachelors in Exercise Science. Nathan has been a member of the APTA since 2022.

Specialties: Nathan has a strong interest in sports and weightlifting injuries. With a background in weightlifting and exercise science he enjoys working with athletes of all backgrounds.

Fun Facts: Nathan played soccer from K-12 where he was team captain his senior year. Nathan loves being active whether that be playing recreational football, volleyball, or pickleball or working out at his favorite gyms. Nathan also enjoys watching Pittsburgh sports teams especially the Steelers.

Pathik Patel, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Pathik graduated from Wheeling Jesuit University with a Doctorate in Physical Therapy in December 2017. He completed his undergraduate work at the University of Virginia with a degree in Kinesiology. He has been a member of the APTA since 2015.

Specialties: Pathik has a strong interest in orthopedic and sport specific injuries, as well as post-operative rehabilitation. With a background in soccer and running, he enjoys working with individuals looking to return to sport, as well as other activities that individuals enjoy performing.

Fun Facts: Pathik likes spending time with family and friends, traveling, and being active by spending time outdoors and playing sports. He also likes watching soccer.

Patrick Lansdale, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Patrick graduated from the University of Delaware with his Doctor of Physical Therapy in January 2024. He completed his undergraduate work at Northwestern University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Cognitive Science with a minor in American History. Patrick has been a member of the APTA since 2021. 

Specialties: Patrick has a strong interest in orthopedic physical therapy and is passionate about helping people return to activities of daily living and recreational sports. He has prior experience with post-operative rehabilitation and treatments to improve balance and decrease falls risk. 

Fun facts: Patrick is a native of the Washington D.C. area and enjoys visiting local art museums. He is passionate about staying active through cycling and weight-training. He also loves to read fantasy novels. 

Quentin Smith, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Quentin graduated from The George Washington University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2024. He completed his undergraduate work at Hampden-Sydney College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology. Quentin has been a member of the APTA since 2021.

Specialties: Quentin has diverse interests in his practice and intends to continue his education into The Jackson Clinics orthopedic residency program. During his clinical rotations, he spent a significant portion of his education gaining experience in treating post-surgical foot and ankle patients. He enjoys working with patients of all backgrounds and levels of activity.

Fun Facts: Quentin played soccer at a high level in his youth, was on the varsity team at Hampden-Sydney College, and continues to play goalkeeper for his team in District Sports. He also spent two years playing rugby at the club and varsity levels in college. He enjoys lifting weights, running, and rock climbing. Most evenings, he is home and watching Jeopardy with his wife, Sarah.

Renae Soule, PT, MPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Renae graduated from the University Of Nebraska Medical Center in 1994 with a Master of Physical Therapy. She has been a member of APTA since 1991.

Experience: Renae has over 20 years of clinical experience, outpatient as well as inpatient rehabilitation. She enjoys treating a wide variety of orthopedic conditions to include ankle/foot, elbow, hip, sacroiliac and cervical spine dysfunctions, shoulder and knee problems. Renae has experience in treating neurological conditions, post-operative and non-operative shoulders and knees. She is especially interested in Strain-Counterstrain techniques and has taken several courses to master this discipline. Renae also had the opportunity to travel to Ethiopia as a clinical mentor to assist in teaching the students with Addis Ababa University.

Fun Facts: In her spare time, Renae enjoys spending time with her family, volunteering her time at her church and children’s schools, as well as leading a Girl Scout Troop.

Robert Sigler, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Robert graduated from Regis University with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy in 2011. He completed the Orthopedic Residency Program the following year in 2012. He received an Orthopedic Certified Specialist (OCS) and is a Board Certified Direct Access Provider. In 2018-2019, he completed a Foot/Ankle Fellowship and has expertise with the whole lower extremity.

He has been to both Ethiopia and Kenya as part of PT related services and continues to support these programs wholeheartedly. He enjoys being a mentor and teacher for TJC’s residency/fellowship programs.

He teaches 4 classes, integrates 3D camera running technology for runners, certified in trigger point dry needling, and prescribes custom orthotics when appropriate.

He is a member of the APTA and AOFAS as professional organizations. This allows excellent resources to related treatments and services in Physical Therapy.

Specialties: Robert has an OCS and is a Fellow that specializes in foot/ankle. He has developed specialties with treating orthopedic foot surgeries, neural pathologies, orthotic prescription, runners, and other lower extremity conditions. He has interest in injury prevention and can include ergonomics, healthy living (nutrition/exercise), and wellness.

Fun Facts: Robert has competed in multiple sports from soccer to gymnastics all the way through college.  He grew up in Colorado and is an avid Broncos fan!!

Rony Roman, PT, DPT, COMT, CSCS, LSVT BIG, CPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Dr. Roman graduated from Messiah University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2023. He completed his undergraduate work at Virginia Commonwealth University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and a minor in psychology in May 2020. Rony has been a member of the APTA since 2020.

Specialties: Rony has a strong interest and background in sports and orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. He values helping patients return to the sport they love, but he also enjoys working with all individuals of all ages! Rony is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA), allowing him to effectively treat high level athletes and improve their performance. He is working towards becoming a board-certified Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS). Additionally, Rony is a certified orthopedic manual therapist (COMT) through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT). He is LSVT BIG® certified through LSVT Global to effectively treat people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and other neurological conditions. He is also a certified personal trainer (CPT) through the American Council on Exercise (ACE). Rony is excited to implement these skills into practice to improve everyone’s function!

Fun Facts: Rony is a follower of Jesus! He loves reading God’s Word in the Bible and putting it into practice, going to church with family and friends, and listening to Christian music! He is an avid soccer player, his favorite teams are FC Barcelona and Argentina, and his favorite player is Lionel Messi. Rony enjoys weightlifting, hiking, watching sports, and spending time with family. He is also fluent in Spanish!

Sam Cai, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Sam graduated from Emory University with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2024. He completed his undergraduate work at St. Olaf College with a Bachelor of Arts in Exercise Science and Economics, with a concentration in Statistics and Data Science.

Specialties: Sam has a strong interest in treating orthopedic injuries with all ages. He particularly enjoyed working with pediatrics athletic population including high school and college athletes. He will be joining The Jackson Clinics Orthopedic Residency program in January 2025 to further develop his skills in this area. Sam also has an interest in functional training, and he is dry needling certified.

Fun Facts: Sam is originally from China. While he spent his high school years in Arizona, he chose to go to undergraduate in Minnesota to experience different weather. In his free time, he enjoys lifting weights or being outside for a hike or just walking around in the city.

Sandy Osilka, PT, MPT

Physical Therapist

Education: University of Maryland

Specialties: Sandy enjoys working with patients of all ages, but especially with the elderly population...total joint replacements, shoulders, balance, gait.

Fun Facts: Sandy enjoys cooking and started bread baking during Covid. There was a worldwide shortage of yeast, so she learned how to make her own. She also enjoys watching movies (esp. Marvel or action) and hanging out with her family.

Sara Acheson, PT, DPT, OCS, CLT-UE

Physical Therapist

Education: Sara graduated from Emory University with highest honors with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2015. She completed her undergraduate work at Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise. She completed the Jackson Clinics Orthopedic Residency in 2016 and became an Orthopedic Certified Specialist in 2017. She is a certified direct access provider and a Certified Clinical Instructor. She is a current Jackson Clinics Upper Extremity Athlete Fellow and is scheduled to complete the program in May 2019.

Specialties: Sara has been a member of the orthopedic section of the American Physical Therapy Association since 2012. She traveled to Kenya in February 2016 to assist teaching a module on the shoulder, elbow and hand as a part of the ongoing Jackson Clinics Africa Programs. Sara completed the upper extremity lymphedema certification in November of 2017. She has since taken a large interest in post-breast cancer rehabilitation. She believes physical therapy can be a tremendous asset in helping patients post lumpectomy, mastectomy, radiation or chemotherapy return to their prior level of activity.

Sara has a strong background in orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. Having worked with the track and field, baseball, and cheer-leading teams while at Virginia Tech, she has experience working with a variety of sports injuries. She has a strong interest in swimmers as she swam year-round throughout her childhood. She continues to have a strong passion for helping athletes with overuse injuries return to the playing field.

Fun Facts: Sara sailed for Virginia Tech’s club team. She enjoys swimming and loves being active outdoors. She loves to work with runners as she is a runner herself. She ran the Marine Corp Marathon in 2016 and has run several half marathons and 10 milers. She loves to travel and will find any excuse to go somewhere new. She loves to cheer on the HOKIES during football season!

Sarah Corinne Zeni, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Sarah Holst, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Sarah graduated from Midwestern University with her Doctorate in Physical therapy in April 2019. She completed her undergraduate work at Portland State University with a degree in Health Sciences.

Specialties: Sarah has a strong interest in orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation with all of her experience being in primarily orthopedic clinics. Sarah was a competitive fencer when she was in highschool/college and is highly motivated to assist athletes of all levels achieve their sports goals.

Fun Facts: Sarah enjoys playing Pickleball on the weekends and recently adopted an adorable cat named Merlin.

Sonal Sheth, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Sonal graduated with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Shenandoah University.  She also worked as a teacher in rural India and DC Public Schools for 7 years and earned her Master’s in Applied Teaching from American University.  She graduated from the University of Michigan – Ann Arbor with a Bachelor of Arts in sociology with a sub concentration in urban inequalities.

Specialties: Sonal has experience treating individuals with various orthopedic conditions, including the shoulder, back, and knee.  She has treated pediatric populations for impairments related to various conditions, including torticollis, toe walking, cerebral palsy, and developmental delay related to autism and developmental coordination disorder.  Sonal has also treated geriatric populations for impairments related to Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia gravis, rehabilitation post-hip fracture, and Guillain-Barre.

Fun Facts: Sonal was trained in classical South Indian dance, called Bharatanatayam, and loves watching modern dance performances.   She has a passion for creating and teaching visual art.  In her free time, she enjoys swimming, yoga, reading historical fiction and nonfiction, and watching movies with good company.

Stephanie Johnson, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Stephanie graduated from George Washington University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2020. She completed her undergraduate work at Virginia Tech with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Development in 2007. After college, she began her career in the Education field, eventually achieving the role as Education Director for a zoo.

Specialties: During Stephanie’s post-graduate education and following graduation, she has developed a strong interest in sleep science and optimizing one’s physical/cognitive potential through the universal drug that is sleep. She has since become certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I), which is the first-line of treatment recommended for insomnia. She is inquisitive in nature, and so has further enriched her understanding and practice of physical therapy with an additional intensive certification to become a Therapeutic Pain Specialist. She has also obtained training in advanced Functional Dry Needling, including the Pelvic Floor. The patients that Stephanie has experience in treating are those with vestibular dysfunction (including post-concussion symptoms), pelvic floor dysfunction, and general orthopedic conditions.

Fun Facts: Stephanie was the captain of the women’s and co-ed ultimate frisbee team at Virginia Tech and has played rec leagues in the DMV area intermittently since. While she would love to return to regular ultimate play, her time is willingly eclipsed by her three children. She enjoys supporting her sons’ Brazilian Ju Jitsu training, and her daughter’s potty training.

Stephen Boettke, PT, DPT, SCS, CSCS

Physical Therapist

Education: Stephen graduated from University of Pittsburgh with his Doctorate in Physical Therapy in December 2021. He received a graduate certificate in rehabilitation science and Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from George Mason University prior.

Specialties: Stephen has a strong interest and background in orthopedic injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, sports related injuries and return to sport rehabilitation. Stephen worked as a strength and conditioning coach for athletes prior to attending physical therapy school and maintains his Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

Fun Facts: Stephen played basketball locally at Robinson High School and with the Fairfax Stars AAU organization. Stephen continues to love playing hoops as well as weightlifting, hiking, kayaking, and any outdoor activities. He also enjoys rooting for the local Washington professional sports teams as well as his two alma maters, University of Pittsburgh and George Mason University.

Susan Spar, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Susan graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, Medical College of Virginia with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy. She completed her Master’s in Physical Therapy at Rutgers University/University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. Susan earned a Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Bucknell University.

Specialties: Susan has over 20 years experience in outpatient orthopedic Physical Therapy. She has completed extensive continuing education, including a 9 month full-time advanced orthopedic manual therapy residency, and has been an instructor for courses on the foot and ankle and for a motion analysis lab at a university level. Susan has been formally educated and professionally trained in a wide range of approaches with a strong emphasis on manual therapy and evidence based practice. Throughout her career, she has had the opportunity to treat a large number of patients in the sports medicine population including professional athletes, collegiate athletes and Olympians as well as the general outpatient orthopedic population. Susan has specialties in treatment of the spine and foot and ankle, including 20 years of experience in orthotics evaluation, fabrication and gait analysis. She has had advanced training in Integrative Manual Therapy and Maitland based evaluation and treatment techniques. Susan enjoys treating all types of patients and has a special interest in conservative management of scoliosis.

Fun Facts: Susan has been a long time runner and completed the Marine Corps Marathon years ago. Her present focus is on family fitness with her husband and three girls.

Thomas Brezinski , PT, DPT, ATC

Physical Therapist

Education: Tom graduated from the University of New England with his Doctorate of Physical Therapy in May 2024. He completed his undergraduate work at George Mason University with a Bachelors of Science in Athletic Training in 2013 and a Masters of Science in Exercise, Fitness, and Health promotion in 2018.

Specialties: Tom has a strong interest and background in orthopedic injuries, post-operative rehabilitation, sports related injuries, return to sport rehabilitation, and vestibular conditions. He enjoys working with patients of all ages to help them reach their personal goals. Tom has previously worked as the certified athletic trainer for George Mason University club sports and Northern Virginia Community College. In the future, he would like to pursue his Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, dry needling certification, and blood flow restriction certification.

Fun Facts: Tom is a native of Northern VA growing up in Stafford VA and is a massive sports fan. He grew up playing soccer, enjoys weightlifting, and participating in recreation sports with his friends. On the weekends you may see him covering sporting events as a certified athletic trainer on the weekends!

Tori Crapes, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Education: Tori graduated from Emory University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2024. She completed her undergraduate work at Radford University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise, Sport, and Health Education with a concentration in Allied Health Sciences.

Specialties: Tori has a strong interest in orthopedic injuries amongst the athletic population. She will be joining The Jackson Clinics Orthopedic Residency program in January 2025 to further develop her skills in this area. She prefers to treat ankle, knee, and shoulder injuries; however, loves a challenge that encourages her and her patients to learn together throughout the rehabilitation process.

Fun Facts: Tori formerly played travel soccer and became interested in physical therapy following several ankle and knee injuries; she now enjoys pick-up games and playing for fun. Tori loves to be active by regularly attending the gym, hiking, and walking with friends. She also enjoys a good cup of chai and a well-timed pun/dad joke.

Erin Burlovich McDonald, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist and Residency Mentor

Education: Erin graduated from the University of Delaware with a Doctorate of Physical Therapy. She received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Health Sciences from James Madison University and completed an Orthopedic Residency at the University of Delaware. She is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Board Certified Direct Access Provider. She is a mentor with the Jackson Clinics Residency Program and is an APTA certified Clinical Instructor for physical therapy students. She is also an Adjunct faculty member of the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at George Washington University.

Specialties: Erin has extensive experience in all kinds of orthopedic and sports injury rehabilitation, including non-operative and post-operative rehabilitation of the spine (neck and lower back), knee, shoulder. She identifies each patient’s individual deficits and works with them to facilitate their return to optimal function. She is also a certified BikeFit specialist.

Fun Facts: Erin was a competitive swimmer and played water polo in college. She competes in open water swimming, road running, and triathlons. She loves country music, hiking, travel, and playing with her baby girl!

Bianca Rios, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Brycen Brown , PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Elwira Ksiazek, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Education: Elwira graduated from Montgomery College in 1998 with A.A.S degree and works as an Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant.

Specialties: Elwira has experience in acute and chronic orthopedic injury rehabilitation and treatments of neurologically based conditions in pediatric and adult populations. She worked in specialized rehab units: stroke, head trauma, spinal cord injury and joint replacement. In 2005 she joined The Jackson Clinics team and enjoys working in a sport oriented facility. Helping patients to restore their functions, improve mobility, relieve pain and prevent or limit permanent physical disability by exercising is a very rewarding and inspiring experience.

Fun Facts: Elwira enjoys traveling, hiking, skiing and many others outdoor activities. She also loves theater and poetry.

Morgan Howard, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Olga Dudash, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Sage Riendeau, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Shasta Irick, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Sonya Sherpa, PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Education: Sonya graduated in 2009 from Northern Virginia Community College with Associates of Applied Sciences as a Physical Therapist Assistant. She is a licensed physical therapist assistant. Sonya is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association and The Virginia Physical Therapy Association. She is also certified in CPR.

Specialties: Sonya volunteered in a Skilled Nursing home facility based rehabilitation in the past. Her primary interest is in aquatic therapy and she enjoys working with variety of patients. She has experience working with athletes of all ages and post-operative rehabilitation.

Fun Facts: Sonya loves spending time with her family and friends. She enjoys driving scenic twisting roads and hiking. Sonya also likes to travel and learn new languages. She speaks Nepali, Hindi, and Urdu.

Victoria Roisum , PTA

Physical Therapist Assistant

Garrett Farmerie, ATC

Athletic Trainer

Education:
Garrett graduated from George Mason University with his Master of Athletic Training in May 2021. He completed his Bachelors of Science at Virginia Commonwealth University with a concentration in Health and Exercise Science. Garrett has been a member of the National Athletic Training Association since 2020.

Specialties:
Garrett teaches emergent and non-emergent sub-acute injury recognition and triage for the Sports Residency Program at TJC. He has a lifelong interest in promoting positive health habits and injury prevention. He plans to accomplish this by providing individuals of all ages with proper patient education and specific exercise prescriptions. Garrett believes in foundational foot/ankle and core strength for proper global injury prevention long-term.

Fun Facts:
Garrett is a recreational runner and an aspiring home cook. He loves to create buildings out of inanimate objects for his son to knock down as if he was Godzilla.

Mark Anaya,

Assistant Billing Supervisor

Eduardo Ramirez,

Billing Representative

Marcela Lamas,

Billing Representative

Nicole Cook ,

Billing Representative

Sarah Kerns,

Billing Representative

Viviana Gallegos ,

Billing Representative

Kimberly Daliagon,

Marketing Coordinator

Ruby Iglesias,

New Patient Concierge

Alijah Mingo,

Patient Care Coordinator

Alyse Williams,

Patient Care Coordinator

Andrew Jurasits,

Patient Care Coordinator

Ashley Eatman,

Patient Care Coordinator

Ayeda Noori,

Patient Care Coordinator

Aysia Kenner,

Patient Care Coordinator

Bethany Kahle ,

Patient Care Coordinator

Caroline Constandy,

Patient Care Coordinator

Derrick Burroughs,

Patient Care Coordinator

Haley Steward,

Patient Care Coordinator

Imani Medy,

Patient Care Coordinator

Iqra Maqsood,

Patient Care Coordinator

Jasmine Penick,

Patient Care Coordinator

Jennifer Blyler,

Patient Care Coordinator

Judith Bernard,

Patient Care Coordinator

Kazi Rahman,

Patient Care Coordinator

Leon Aguirre,

Patient Care Coordinator

Libby Perez,

Patient Care Coordinator

Marcella Krzywicki,

Patient Care Coordinator

Melina Campanilla,

Patient Care Coordinator

Michell Rosales,

Patient Care Coordinator

Natalie Lear,

Patient Care Coordinator

Paula Stokol,

Patient Care Coordinator

Ravyne Dade,

Patient Care Coordinator

Rylie Coleman,

Patient Care Coordinator

Saralyn Pittman,

Patient Care Coordinator

Sierra Sarver,

Patient Care Coordinator

Varrie Butler,

Patient Care Coordinator

Vilma Barahona,

Patient Care Coordinator

Zumrod Tebra,

Patient Care Coordinator

Anam Ahmad,

Patient Care Manager

Ashley Romero,

Patient Care Manager

Claudia Sanchez,

Patient Care Manager

Jaime Avelar,

Patient Care Manager

Karina Gonzalez,

Patient Care Manager

Katherine Hernandez-Ruiz,

Patient Care Manager

Leah Fletcher-Davis ,

Patient Care Manager

Madeline Cruz,

Patient Care Manager

Makese Cooper,

Patient Care Manager

Mariam Shah,

Patient Care Manager

Michelle Martinez,

Patient Care Manager

Nebiat Mandefro,

Patient Care Manager

Ruth Semendinger,

Patient Care Manager

Shayla Bellfield,

Patient Care Manager

Perla Lamas,

Payroll & HR Administrator

Anas Al-Shrawi, DPT

Physical Therapy Trainee

Education: I earned my Doctorate of Physical Therapy from New York Medical College in May 2024, following my undergraduate studies in Biology at Marymount University.

Specialties: I have a strong interest in orthopedics and the McKenzie method, along with a significant ambition to advance physical therapy within the Muslim community. While my primary experience lies in orthopedics, I have also explored various areas of physical therapy, including neurological and cardiac conditions.

Fun Facts: I love sports, having played football, soccer (big Manchester United fan), and basketball over the years, and I love working with athletes. In my spare time, I enjoy powerlifting and engaging in heavy training and have done competitions in the past.

Monica Tseng, DPT

Physical Therapy Trainee

Education: Monica graduated from High Point University with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in April 2024, where she was part of the student executive board for HPU Pro Bono Clinic. She completed her undergraduate work at Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology & Health and a minor in Psychology.

Specialties: Monica has experience treating a variety of orthopedic and post-operative conditions. She has a strong interest in vestibular and post-operative rehabilitation; she also enjoys working with patients that have balance disorders and vertigo related to BPPV.

Fun Facts: Monica has lived in several areas along the East Coast (SC, NC, VA, NJ, MA), but her favorite area to live so far is Northern Virginia. During undergrad, Monica was part of a non-competitive dance team and performed in several showcases in NJ. In her free time, she loves to play board games, go on hikes, and dabble in random craft projects.

Esmeralda Sandoval,

Receptionist / Verifier

Megan Duran, PT, DPT, OCS

Residency Program Coordinator

Doctor of Physical Therapy

Education: Megan graduated from Lynchburg College with her Doctorate in Physical Therapy in May 2017. She completed her undergraduate work at Longwood University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology with a concentration in Exercise Science and a Minor in Biology. She has been a member of the Orthopedic Section of the APTA since 2014, and currently serves on the Tidewater VPTA Board as District Secretary. Megan completed the Orthopedic Residency Program in 2019, and is a Board Certified Specialist in Orthopedics.

Specialties: Megan has a strong interest and background in orthopedic injuries and post-operative rehabilitation. As a former track and field and cross-country runner, Megan has a strong background in competitive running, and enjoys working with runners of all ages looking to return to sport. Megan is a former high school assistant swim coach and enjoys working with swimmers both on land and in the water. Megan currently works alongside The Jackson Clinics Residency Director coordinating the orthopedics and sports residency programs, as well as coordinating the continuing education programs offered at The Jackson Clinics.

Fun Facts: A Hampton Roads native, Megan loves to spend down time near the water and is a seafood connoisseur.  She enjoys spending time with her husband and son, and enjoys staying active- lifting weights, running, swimming, and spending time outdoors.

Kristen Landers, PT, DPT, OCS

TJC Success Advisor

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.

Brianna Stoker,

Verifier

Bryan Schendlinger, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Colin Wakeman, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Guillemette Bodenreider, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Jennifer Anderson, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Education: Jenny is a University of Colorado at Colorado Springs graduate with her Master’s degree in Sports Medicine. She completed her undergraduate work at Concord University with a degree in Athletic Training. From 2010-2013, Jenny served as the head athletic trainer for Potomac Falls High School in Sterling, VA. She is an active member of NATA, VATA, and MAATA.

Specialties: Jenny has a strong interest in helping people of all ages return to full health following a wide variety of orthopedic injuries. Since becoming a certified athletic trainer in 2008, she has worked at the college and high school levels but prefers the clinical setting. Currently, she is a mentor in the Jackson Clinics new hire mentoring program.

Fun Facts: Jenny’s background includes playing women’s collegiate soccer at the NCAA division II level during undergrad. She also served as the graduate assistant women’s soccer coach while at UCCS and holds a US soccer “D” coaching license. She is a huge fan of the Washington Spirit and the US Women’s National Soccer Team. Other hobbies include hanging out with her family, going to the gym, and doing puzzles.

Jonathan Money, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Certified Athletic Trainer

Justin Gates, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Lesley-Anne King , ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Maphase Abusharakh, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Paul Brown, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Rachel Bailor, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Education: Rachel graduated from George Mason University in 2010 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Athletic Training. She later obtained her Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration from Southern New Hampshire University in 2017.  She is nationally certified as an Athletic Trainer through the National Athletic Trainer’s Association Board of Certification and licensed through the Virginia Board of Medicine.

Specialties: Being involved in sports her entire life, Rachel enjoys working with athletes of all ages who are trying to return to the playing field- whatever that field may be.

Fun Facts: Rachel is a huge sports fan and some of her past work experience involves working with the Washington Nationals. Since working with the Jackson Clinics she has expanded her on field experience to include various ProCamps for Kids with local professional athletes as well as professional wrestling.  Away from work she enjoys travelling and spending time with friends and family.

Shannon O’Donnell, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Tracy Bach, ATC

Certified Athletic Trainer

Education: Tracy graduated from Texas A&M - Corpus Christi with her Masters degree in kinesiology in 2011. She completed her undergraduate work at Longwood University with a Bachelor of Science in kinesiology with a concentration in athletic training. She has been a Certified Athletic Trainer since 2008.

Specialties: Tracy has a strong interest in functional fitness, pregnant and postpartum recovery and fitness, and lower extremity rehabilitation. Previously, she has worked at Rochester Institute of Technology with the volleyball, ice hockey and lacrosse teams, at Texas A&M - Corpus Christi with the volleyball and tennis teams, as the head athletic trainer at Hampton High School, and as the Rehab Coordinator at a clinic in Fredericksburg, VA. Tracy also has experience as a Parisi Sports Performance Coach working with youth athletes on their speed and foundational movements.

Fun Facts: Tracy currently resides in Fredericksburg, VA with her husband and kids. In her free time, Tracy loves being active with hiking, strength training, and yoga. She enjoys exploring Virginia wine country and is a die hard Buffalo Bills fan.

Addison Thomas,

Exercise Specialist

Alexandra Hayes,

Exercise Specialist

Alisa Brown,

Exercise Specialist

Education:

Graduated from Eastern Mennonite University with a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology in April 2015.

Specialties:

Strong interest and background in athletic performance and rehabilitation. As a former Women’s college basketball player with a torn ACL, I have gained plenty of experience in the process of physical therapy. I have experience with coaching basketball skills as well. I have been in the physical therapy setting as an aide for 3 years.

Fun Facts:

I am a jack of many trades. I am an athlete, as well as a DJ in my free time. My favorite time of the year is march madness.

Alyson Randolph,

Exercise Specialist

Education: Aly graduated from East Carolina University with a bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science with a minor in nutrition.

Specialties: Aly has been with the company since doing her internship in 2007.  She enjoys working with all types of patients and injuries from athletes to the chronic pain patients who need to return functioning in their daily activities. She previously worked as a lifeguard and taught swim lessons to people and children of all ages.

Fun Fact: Aly played college softball and enjoys going to all sporting events. In her spare time she boxes at the UFC gym in Herndon and also bakes all kids of cakes and cupcakes 😊

Anqa Chowdhury,

Exercise Specialist

Bailey Guidry ,

Exercise Specialist

Barret Davis,

Exercise Specialist

Beth Short,

Exercise Specialist

Brandon Horiuchi,

Exercise Specialist

Brenna Heise,

Exercise Specialist

Brian Nguyen,

Exercise Specialist

Candace Grice,

Exercise Specialist

Charles St. Laurent,

Exercise Specialist

Cindy Chu,

Exercise Specialist

Dana Bean,

Exercise Specialist

Daniel Jorquera,

Exercise Specialist

Education: Daniel was born and raised in Gainesville, VA and attended George Mason University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology.

Specialties: He enjoys educating athletes on improving mechanics in sport and regaining confidence after injury.

Fun Facts: He has grown up playing soccer in an Argentinian household where many plates were broken to rogue power shots. With an obsession with rock climbing and running, Daniel spends weekends out on the trail or in the climbing gym.

Donovan Waters,

Exercise Specialist

Ellen Ayoub,

Exercise Specialist

Emi England,

Exercise Specialist

Evan Breese,

Exercise Specialist

Florence Hin,

Exercise Specialist

Gabby Coradazzi,

Exercise Specialist

Gabby Torrijos,

Exercise Specialist

Gabi Bustillos,

Exercise Specialist

Jamir Boyd,

Exercise Specialist

Education: Jamir Boyd is originally from Stafford, Virginia where he attended North Stafford High School. He completed his undergraduate degree at West Virginia Wesleyan College where he studied exercise science and played college football.

Fun Facts: In his free time, he likes to watch football and hangout with his dog Coco.

Jaylen Cheek,

Exercise Specialist

Education: Jaylen graduated from Towson University with his Bachelor’s in Exercise Science in May 2024.

Specialties: Jaylen has a strong affinity for post-treatment neurological adaptations. He has researched and written mock grant proposals at Towson, exploring the neurophysiological benefits of vestibular rehab therapy and aerobic exercise in stroke patients. He aspires to achieve his NASM-CPT certification as he believes this knowledge will serve him well in making other’s lives better and healthier.

Fun Facts: Jaylen enjoys playing basketball with his former teammates and friends in his free time. He is also a fitness enthusiast who regularly attends the gym and goes outside in nature. Dogs, especially German Shepherds, are his favorite animals.

Jessica Rice,

Exercise Specialist

Justen Bryant,

Exercise Specialist

Justin Pascua ,

Exercise Specialist

KC Humphries,

Exercise Specialist

Kiara Jalali,

Exercise Specialist

Madison Morin,

Exercise Specialist

Mariana Velasquez,

Exercise Specialist

Nabiel Burhan,

Exercise Specialist

Nabiel graduated from Virginia Tech in 2019 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise, specifically concentrating on the Science of Exercise. Nabiel has a special interest in working with athletes of all levels and ages; including athletes returning to their sport as well as athlete’s looking to improve within their sport. Athletics have always been a huge part of Nabiel’s life and her favorite sport is basketball.

Nicole Graves,

Exercise Specialist

Nona Douglas,

Exercise Specialist

Olivia Rummel,

Exercise Specialist

Rachael Powell,

Exercise Specialist

Randolph Sturdivant,

Exercise Specialist

Rowhan Cummings,

Exercise Specialist

Education: Rowhan graduated from Marymount University with a Bachelor of Science with a focus on Human Performance in May of 2015.  He has been certified as a Strength and Conditioning Specialist (2018) and a Personal Trainer (2011) through the National Council of Strength and Fitness (NCSF).

Specialties: Rowhan has a passion and interest in training athletic population for all sports.  He has worked with several Fairfax High Schools teams for the past 10 years. He has been a Personal Trainer for over a decade. He enjoys working with patients of all ranges to accomplish their goals and to equip them with the tools to continue on their physical health journey.

Fun Fact:  Rowhan has his own Personal Training business on the side and still works with former Jackson Clinic patient who have transitioned out of Physical Therapy.  He is currently on staff with the Justice High School Basketball team as the Strength Coach.

Ryan Ferner,

Exercise Specialist

Saada Jibrin,

Exercise Specialist

Sadie Thompson,

Exercise Specialist

Santino Vallejos,

Exercise Specialist

Shartise Glover,

Exercise Specialist

Tiana Scott,

Exercise Specialist

Will Jamison,

Exercise Specialist

Xavier Savannah,

Exercise Specialist

Cynthia Jacobson,

Physician and Community Liaison

Cindy Cutright, PT, MBA, DPT

Clinic Director, Director of Clinical Services

Education: Cindy graduated from the University of Baltimore with a B.S. in Physical Therapy. She also received her M.B.A. from Strayer University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Shenandoah University. Cindy is a Board Certified Direct Access Provider.

Specialties: Cindy has over 20 years experience in outpatient physical therapy. She has treated patients as young as 5 months and as old as the mid-nineties.  She has a strong background and interest in spine and muscle imbalance problems of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar regions, including treating headaches. She is very experienced in sacroiliac problems, including chronic cases and pregnancy related issues. Cindy also enjoys and is experienced with pediatric patients including developmental delays, cerebral palsy, torticollis and head injury.  She is also experienced in treating a variety of upper and lower extremity problems such as rotator cuff injuries, ACL injuries, and total knee replacements.

Fun Facts: Cindy is an Anglophile.  She loves to vacation in England and enjoys reading books on English history. Cindy has a cat named Stormy, who snores!

Angela DeBosky,

Authorization Specialist

Dana Baker,

Billing Supervisor

Shameke Mason,

Billing Representative