Meet Our Experienced Physical Therapists
Even with top orthopaedic surgeons treating your injury, eliminating pain and regaining strength and mobility often requires physical therapy. If PT is part of your treatment plan, you’re in good hands with Cary Orthopaedics’ expert team of physical therapists.
The sports medicine and spine therapists in our PT unit will work closely with you and your orthopaedic physician to take you through progressive therapies that address every phase of your healing and recovery. Our PTs guide you in building strength and flexibility with exercises and therapies that are suitable for your injury and condition. We have a wide range of PT modalities at our disposal to facilitate the healing process and empower you to achieve your recovery goals.
View our physical therapists by location:
Cary Parkway Location
Marc has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2002 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Education
- BS Physical Therapy – East Carolina University (1997)
- BS Sports Management – SUNY Cortland (1991)
Certifications or specialty training
- Graston technique
- Dry needling
- Class IV laser
Past experience
- Outpatient Orthopaedics/Sports Medicine since 1997
Specialties
- Hand therapy
Education
- Medical College of Georgia – Augusta, GA
- BS in Occupational Therapy – Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA
- BS in Allied Health
Certifications or specialty training
- Certified Hand Specialist (2007)
Ruth has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2021 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Specialties:
- Orthopaedic rehabilitation
Education:
- BA – University of Massachusetts at Amherst
- AS – Central Piedmont Community College
Past Experience:
- Worked as a PTA at Cary Orthopaedics for 5 years starting in 2013
Specialties
- Orthopaedics
Education
- SUNY Cortland
- BS Athletic Training
Certifications or specialty training
- Graston certified
- CKTP/Kinesio taping
Specialties
- Orthopaedics
Education
- BS Elon College – Physical Education with Sports Medicine Emphasis (1991)
- AAS Nash Community College – Physical Therapist Assistant Program (1999)
Certifications or specialty training
- Graston trained
- Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner
- Class IV Laser Certified
Past experience
- Athletic Trainer (Student) – Elon College (1990-1991)
- Athletic Trainer – Franklin County High School, VA (1991-1994)
- Physical Therapy Aide/Technician (1994-1999)
- Physical Therapist Assistant License in NC (1999-Present)
Specialties
- Neuromuscular massage therapy
Education
- NC State University – BS Animal Science
- Body Therapy Institute – The Center for Embodied Teacher Education
Certifications or specialty training
- Neuromuscular Massage Therapy – Paul St. John Method
- Medical Massage – Ralph Stevens, Massage Therapy Teacher Certification
Past experiences
- Worked in various medical settings where massage therapy was a part of treatment protocols
- Focused on treatment of pain and headaches at two private practices
- Her previous career involved education and management in the livestock industry and her last job in that field was with NC State College of Veterinary Medicine. A shoulder injury was ultimately the invitation to enter a massage therapy career.
Thomas has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Education:
- BS Kinesiology, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, 2015
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Connecticut, Storrs, 2022
Past Experience:
- Clinical experience as a student physical therapist and rehabilitation aide in the outpatient orthopedic setting
Ross has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Specialties:
- Vestibular Therapy
Education:
- Doctor of Physical Therapy – Wingate University 2019
- BS Exercise Science – UNC Charlotte 2016
Past Experience:
- Experience working in outpatient, acute care and skilled nursing settings
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree – East Carolina University
- Masters Degree in Occupational Therapy – Sacred Heart University
Certifications or specialty training
- Certified Hand Therapist (CHT)
- 18 month residency at OrthoCarolina in Charlotte
Past experience
- Faculty member and Didactic instructor for OrthoCarolina Residency program
Jason has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2002 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Specialties
- Orthopaedics
Education
- BS Canisius College (1992)
- Athletic Training/PE – MS West Virginia University (1994)
Certifications or specialty training
- Graston trained
- Light Force Certified
Past experience
- Head Athletic Trainer – St. Augustine’s College (1994-2002)
- Head Athletic Trainer – Raleigh Wings (1998-2001)
- Athletic Trainer – Raleigh Flyers (1994-1998)
- Graduate Assistant – West Virginia University (1994-1994)
- Intern Athletic Trainer – Buffalo Bills NFL Team (1992-1994)
Taren has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Education:
- BS Biology, NC A&T State University
- BS Sport Studies, High Point University
- M.Ed in Teacher Education with Concentration in Secondary Science, UNC-Greensboro
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, South College
Past Experience:
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Experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings during clinical rotations with patients with a variety of different diagnoses and impairments.
Cary Spine Location
Anju has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Cary Spine Center location.
Specialties
- Outpatient orthopedics with a focus on rehabilitating spinal conditions
Education
- DPT, Evidence in Motion, 2021
- MS in Orthopedic Physical Therapy, Jamia Hamdard University, India, 2017
- BS in Physical Therapy, Indraprastha University, India, 2015
Certifications or specialty training
- Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
- Manual Therapy Certified
- Functional dry needling, Part 1 and 2 Certified
- McKenzie, Part 1 and 2 Certified
Past experience
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Board-certified PT with 17 years of experience in outpatient orthopaedics, geriatric and subacute settings
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Sport Science
Certifications or specialty training
- Certified Athletic Trainer with the National Athletic Trainers Association
- Industrial Ergonomic Evaluator Trained
- Industrial Rehabilitation Specialist Trained
Janice has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2021 and serves patients at our Cary Spine Center location.
Education
- A.A.S. in Physical Therapist Assistant – Nash Community College (2019)
Certifications or specialty training
- Graston Technique Certified
- RockTape and Therapeutic Taping Certified
- TRX Certified
Past experience
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- NSCA – Certified Personal Trainer
- Certified USA Triathlon Coach
- Certified Track and Field Coach
- Yogafit (level 2) Instructor
- ACE Fitness Instructor
Arek has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2018 and serves patients at our Cary Spine Center location.
Specialties
- Spinal rehabilitation
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy (Physical Therapy) – University of Queensland, Australia (1986)
Certifications or specialty training
- APTA credentialed clinical instructor
- Licensed in NC, New York and Australia
- Manual therapy
- Exercise therapy
- Sports medicine
Allison has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Cary Spine Center location.
Education
- Graduated in 2018 from Daemen College
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Certifications or specialty training
- The McKenzie Institute Part A, Lumbar spine
Past experience
- Worked previously in outpatient, home health and pediatric settings.
Morrisville-RDU Location
Patricia has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Specialties
- Occupational Therapy
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy
Experience
- NDT, BIG, general practice
- 35+ years of adult OT experience
Kyrbee has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Specialties
- General Orthopaedics
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Athletic Training with a minor in Biology from Catawba College
Certifications
- Licensed and certified athletic trainer
- Certified Orthopaedic Technologist
- IASTM
Experience
- Galland Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Athletic Training Residency
- Head athletic trainer at Franklinton High School
Chad has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2004 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Specialties
- Physical therapy
- Clinical Director of Morrisville-RDU office
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology – UNC-Wilmington
- Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy – UNC-Chapel Hill
- Post-Graduate Diploma Osteopractic – American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
Certifications or specialty training
- Dry Needling (Cert. DN)
- Spinal Manipulation (Cert. SMT)
- Kinesio Taping Practitioner (CKTP)
- Graston Technique (GTS)
- Diploma in Osteopractic
- CPR Certified
- SFMA Level 1
Caitali has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2021 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Specialties
- Orthopaedics
Education
- Doctor of Physical Therapy
- Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy
Certifications or specialty training
- Manual Therapy Certified
- Geriatric Clinical Specialist
- CPR Certified
Kevin has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2014 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Specialties
- Physical therapy
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree of Natural Sciences – Daemen College
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy – Daemen College
Certifications or specialty training
- Certified in Dry Needling (Cert. DN)
- Graston Trained
- CPR Certified
- Certified in Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
- Orthopaedic Certified Specialist
Holly Springs Location
Natalie has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2018 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
Education
- Physical Therapy Assistant – Nash Community College
- BA Graphic Design – Newberry College
Certifications or specialty training
- Graston
- Myofascial Cupping
Past experience
- Aquatic therapy
Eileen has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
Specialties
- Experience in orthopedics
- Home Health
Education
- BS in Physical Therapy from Ithaca College
Certifications or specialty training
- Balance for Life
- Safe Strides
Past Experience
- Worked for Cary Orthopedics 17 years ago
- Approximately 20 years total in home health, with the other 10 in outpatient
Julie has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
Specialties
- Hand therapy
- Ergonomic assessments
Education
- BS from Texas Women’s University
Certifications or specialty training
- Certified Hand Therapist
- Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist
Specialties
- Orthopaedics
- Vestibular Rehab
- Pelvic Health
- Aquatics
Education
- BS in Biology – University of Pittsburgh
- BS in Psychology – University of Pittsburgh
- AAS in Science – Physical Therapist Assistant – Community College of Allegheny County
Certifications or specialty training
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
Past Experience
- Inpatient rehab
- Acute care
- Post op/general orthopaedics
- Aquatic therapy
- Vestibular rehab
- Pelvic health
Kristen has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2013 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
Specialties
- Outpatient orthopaedics
Education
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy – East Carolina University (2009)
- BS in Biology – East Carolina University (2006)
Certifications or specialty training
- Kinesio taping
- Instrument assisted soft tissue massage
- Dry needling
Leading Physical Therapists Near You
Cary Orthopaedics has full-service PT services. If you need physical therapy in Raleigh or any surrounding area, please visit one of our three locations at Cary, Morrisville or Holly Springs. Physical therapists who specialize in spine-related injuries are available as well as at Cary Orthopaedics Spine Center.
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