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Meet Our Team
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Jan Feinstein, PT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST, SITE MANAGER
EDUCATION: University of Texas at Austin, University of Texas Medical Center at Dallas, Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, 1984
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 1984
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: TPI Certified
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Sports Medicine, Pediatrics, Orthopedics, Golf -
Anita Thompson, PT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST, CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
EDUCATION: University of Florida, Bachelor of Health Science in Physical Therapy, 1979
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 1979
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Bioness for the lower extremities, Gait Assessment, Orthotics, Balance Assessment, Gyrotonic Certified
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Neurological Rehabilitation including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, Strokes, Brace Clinic, Live Long Walk Strong (active senior adults risk for falls program), Balance Disorders, Gait Dysfunction -
Kieran McCoy, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN/CLINICAL SUPERVISOR
EDUCATION: Nazareth College, Doctorate of Physical Therapy, 2018
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2018
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Lumbar Spine, Titleist Performance Institute Certified (TPI)
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Orthopedic and Sports Injuries, Sports, Athletes and Upper Extremity/Throwing Athletes, Golfers and Regenerative Medicine -
Helen Anzick, OTR/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: Worcester State University, Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy, 1996
LICENSES: Occupational Therapy, 1997
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Kinesio Taping, Stott Pilates Mat Instructor, Neuro Developmental Training (NDT), NDT Advanced Handling and Problem Solving, NDT Advanced Upper Extremity and Fine Motor Control, Ergonomics, Gyrotonic Certified
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Pilates for breast cancer survivors, Biofeedback, Development of equipment to improve function, Splinting of the upper extremity, Neuro and orthopedic hand/upper extremity therapy -
Alla Avakova, PT, DPT, NCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: Northeastern University, Bachelor of Science in Behavioral Neuroscience, 2017; Emory University, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2020
LICENSES: Physical Therapy 2021 (Florida – 2020)
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Neurologic Physical Therapy, Tampa General Hospital Neurologic Physical Therapy Residency 2020-2021; Yoga Alliance Registered Yoga Teacher RYT-200 (2014-present)
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Neurological Physical Therapy (Balance Disorders/Falls, Stroke and Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injuries, Movement Disorders/MS/PD), wellness, lifelong strength, and conditioning -
Kathleen Barnicle, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: Providence College, Bachelor of Arts in Humanities, 1990; University of Michigan-Flint, Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, 1995 and Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 1997; MGH Institute for Health Professions, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2013
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 1998
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Pelvic floor dysfunction and pain; McKenzie mechanical diagnosis and therapy of cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine; visceral manipulation
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Orthopedics, especially lumbar spine, pelvis and Sacroiliac Joints. Pelvic Health, pregnancy and postpartum disorders, myofascial release and visceral manipulation -
Colleen M. Barton, PT, DPT, OCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
SITE COORDINATOR OF CLINICAL EDUCATIONEDUCATION: State University of New York at Geneseo, Bachelor of Arts Major in Biology and Minor in Psychology, 2013; Stony Brook University, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2016
LICENSES: Physical Therapy State of New York, 2016; Physical Therapy State of Massachusetts, 2019
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, 2021; Dry Needling Certified for Cervicothoracic/Upper Extremity, 2023
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Orthopedics, Post-Surgical Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine, Scoliosis Treatment -
Jennifer Cao, Lic Ac, MS
ACUPUNCTURIST
EDUCATION: Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 1984; Shanghai Institute of Biochemistry, Master of Science, 1988
LICENSES: Acupuncture and MD in China, 1984; Acupuncture licensed by MA and NY Board of Medicine, 1990
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, 1996; Immunotherapy combined with Chinese medicine in hepatic disorders
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Infertility, Women’s Health, Chronic Pain (Migraine Headache, Tendonitis, Arthritis, Back/Neck Pain), Neuropathy and Post-concussion Syndrome, Allergies, Asthma, Sinus, Stop Smoking, Skin Disorders, Depression, Stress, Anxiety Disorder, Insomnia, Fatigue, Cancer Conditions -
Tara Cates, PT, DPT, NCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Bachelor of Music, 2005; MGH Institute of Health Professions, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2013
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2013
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Board Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, 2019, Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapist
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Vestibular Therapy, Concussive Patients, Neurological Rehab, Sports Injuries -
Dave Chan, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: University of Massachusetts, Bachelors of Science in Mechanical Engineering, 2010; MGH Institute of Health Professions, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2020
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2020
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Dry Needling for the Cervicothoracic Spine and Upper Extremity, 2023
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Orthopedics, Post-Surgical Rehab, Martial Arts, Sports Medicine, Manual Therapy, Dry Needling (Cervicothoracic Spine and Upper Extremity ONLY), Cycling Medicine -
Kester Cotton, PT, DPT, OCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST/Spaulding Rehabilitation DANCE PROGRAM COORDINATOR
EDUCATION: St. Mary’s College of Moraga, CA, Bachelor of Arts, Dance Emphasis, 2008; Pacific University of Oregon, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2011
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2011
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, 2017. Certified Manual Physical Therapist, North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy, 2016. Dry Needling Certified, American Academy of Manipulative Therapy, 2023
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Performing Arts/Dance Medicine & Rehabilitation, Youth Athletics, Strength & Conditioning, Manual Therapy, Running, Cycling, Pilates -
Brianna Cusson, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: University of New Hampshire, Bachelor of Science in Biology, 2010; University of New England, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2015
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2015
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Kinesiotaping Techniques, 2015; McKenzie Method for the Lumbar Spine, 2017; B.A.A Medical Team; Dry Needling for the Cervicothoracic Spine & Upper Extremity, 2023
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Sports-Related Injuries, Post-Surgical Rehab, Foot & Ankle Dysfunction, General Neurological Rehab, Concussion Management -
Christine Donovan, PTA
PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: Lasell Junior College, Associates Degree in Science, 1987
LICENSES: Physical Therapist Assistant, 1987
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Clinical Instructor
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Balance/Falls, Neurology, Orthopedics/Joint Replacements -
Lauren Elson, MD
Instructor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School -
Christine Eng, MD
Instructor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School -
Peter Erhardt, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
EDUCATION: University of Massachusetts Amherst, Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, 2017; MGH Institute of Health Professions, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2022
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2022
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTFICATION: Postural Restoration Institute: Postural Respiration; Human Matrix Biomechanics; Modern Manual Therapy: Upper & Lower Quarter; The Physics of Spinal Manipulation; Perfecting the Art of Manipulation
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Spine, Postural Restoration, Biomechanics, Manual Therapy, Manipulation of the Spine & Extremities -
Mason Gray, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: MGH Institute of Health Professions, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2019
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2019
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist 2021, MGH Institute of Health Professions - Orthopedic Residency 2021; Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Orthopedics, Chronic Spine Pain, Weightlifting, Pain Neuroscience -
Danielle Heraty, PT, DPT, NCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: Boston University, Bachelor of Science, 2002 and Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 2004;Temple University, Transitional Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2014
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2004
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Board Certified Neurological Clinical Specialist, American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, 2012; APTA Certified Clinical Instructor, 2007, Certified Vestibular Rehabilitation Therapist
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Neurology, Vestibular, Pediatrics, Spinal Cord Injury, Movement Disorders, Wheelchair Seating and Positioning -
Brittany Kirby, PT, DPT, OCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: Doctorate of Physical Therapy from University of Central Florida; Orthopedic residency completed at University of North Florida, 2016
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2014
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), APTA certified clinical instructor, Dry Needling Certified
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Throwing/shoulder injuries, post surgical and trauma recovery, chronic pain, general orthopedics, dance medicine, Health at Every Size (HAES) -
Dana Kotler, MD
Staff Physiatrist, Cycling Medicine Program Director; Instructor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Harvard Medical School -
Jenny Marshall, PT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: Simmons College, Bachelor of Science in Biology, Certification in Physical Therapy, 1979
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 1980
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: APTA Certified Clinical Instructor, Maitland and McKenzie (manual therapy for the spine)
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Cervicogenic Dizziness, TMJ, Cranio-sacral Therapy, Spinal Care, Myofascial Release, Visceral Manipulation, Craniomandibular Dysfunction -
Mackenzie B Murphy, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: MGH Institute of Health Professions; Doctorate of Physical Therapy, 2020
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2020
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Level 1 and Level 2 Certified Running Gait Analyst
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Orthopedic and Sports Injuries, Running-Related Injuries, Lower Extremity Injuries, Post-Operative Rehabilitation, General Orthopedics, Regenerative Medicine -
Emma Nelson, PT, DPT, CSCS, CMTPT/DN
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
EDUCATION: Creighton University Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences, 2014; Creighton University Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2014
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2014
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Australian Physiotherapy and Pilates Institute (APPI) Mat Certified; NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Manual Therapist – Dry Needling (CMTPT/DN)
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Performing Arts/Dance Medicine, Hypermobility, Dry Needling, Myofascial Pain management, Pilates, Foot/Ankle, Hip/Lumbar spine -
Carroll Noel-Mozer, OTR/L
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: Boston University, Bachelor of Science, 1985
LICENSES: Occupational Therapy, 1985
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Neuro Developmental Training Certification, 1988; Acupressure Modality Foundation Certification, 2010
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Neurology, Stroke Rehabilitation, Integrative Medicine: pain, anxiety treatment -
Barbara Ranucci, PT, MSPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: University Massachusetts Boston, Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine/Exercise Science, 1988;
University of Massachusetts Lowell, Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 1992
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 1992
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Manual Therapy MULLIGAN, Lower Quadrant Manipulation, Low Back Evaluation and Treatment, Neuro Assessment and Treatment, Chest Physical therapy for Cystic Fibrosis
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Neurological Patients, Orthopedics -
Karen Rao, PT, MSPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: University of New Hampshire, Bachelor of Arts, 1988. Simmons College, Master of Science in Physical Therapy, 1998
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 1998
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATIONS: Pelvic floor dysfunction and pain, Acupressure for Optimal Pelvic Health and Yoga for Pelvic Pain
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Pelvic Health, Dyspareunia, Vaginismus, Urinary Incontinence, Mind Body and Mindfulness -
Lauren Rogerson, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: University of Massachusetts Amherst, Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, 2015; Simmons University, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2019
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2019
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Dry Needling Certified, Functional Gait Assessment Level 1, Mulligan Concept Manual Therapy Upper and Lower Quarter, RockTape FMT Basic
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Sports-Related Injuries, Post-Surgical Rehab, Foot & Ankle Injuries, Active Older Adults, Skiing and Hiking Athletes, Sports Medicine -
Chloe Slocum, MD,MPH
Staff Physician -
Kaitlyn Sowyrda, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
EDUCATION: Nazareth College, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2017
LICENSE: Physical Therapy, 2017
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: RockTape FMT Basic and Advanced Certifications, Graston Technique M1 and M2 Certification
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Orthopedic and Sports Injury, Sports/Athletes with Lower and Upper Extremity Injuries, Pediatrics -
Amanda V. Stanek, MA, CCC-SLP
SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: State University of New York at Geneseo, Bachelor of Science, Speech and Hearing Handicapped, Minor in Psychology, 2011; University at Buffalo, Master of Arts in Communicative Disorders and Sciences, 2014
LICENSES: Speech Pathology, State of Massachusetts, 2016
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology, American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), 2015
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Cognitive-Communication Disorders (special interest in Attention, Memory, Executive Functioning), Post-Concussive Syndrome, Cognitive Deficits due to Long COVID, Neurogenic Communication Disorders -
Joanne Stein, MD
Medical Director, Spaulding Outpatient Wellesley -
Tessa Taylor, PT, DPT, OCS
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/CLINICAL SPECIALIST
EDUCATION: Northeastern University, Bachelor of Rehabilitation Science, 2010, and Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2011
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2011
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS), American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties, 2016, APTA Certified Clinical Instructor
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Sports Medicine Rehabilitation, Runners, Overhead Athlete, Post-operative Rehabilitation, Complex Diagnoses, Manual Therapy, Regenerative Medicine, Dry Needling -
Ariana Vora, MD
Integrative Rehabilitation Physician -
Jessica Wade, PT, DPT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST
EDUCATION: Sacred Heart University, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, 2020; University of Pittsburgh, Doctor of Physical Therapy, 2023
LICENSES: Physical Therapy, 2023
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Neurology, Vestibular, Concussion, Balance and Gait Training, Movement Disorders -
Dayna M. Yorks, DO
STAFF PHYSICIAN
INSTRUCTOR IN PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION, HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOLOSTEOPATHIC SCHOOL: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
RESIDENCY: McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University/Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
FELLOWSHIP: Sports Medicine, McGaw Medical Center at Northwestern University/Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
BOARD CERTIFICATION: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Sports Medicine
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Musculoskeletal and sports medicine, non-surgical spine care and back pain, exercise prescription for injury prevention, treatment, and wellbeing, care of the aging active individual, care of the softball athlete, ultrasound-guided musculoskeletal injections, platelet-rich plasma therapy for musculoskeletal injury and pain -
Karen Zunti, PT
PHYSICAL THERAPIST/ADVANCED CLINICIAN
EDUCATION: University of Saskatchewan, Canada, Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy, 1993
SPECIAL TRAINING/CERTIFICATION: Certified Kinesiotaping Practitioner; Certified Bike Fitter, Gold Level; Training in Mulligan Techniques; LSVT Big certified; credentialed Clinical Instructor
CLINICAL INTERESTS: Running Injuries, Cycling Injuries/Bike Fitting, Neuro, Balance Disorders, General Orthopedic, Amputee