Meet Our Experienced Physical Therapists
Even with top orthopaedic surgeons treating your injury, eliminating pain and regaining strength and mobility often require 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
Taylor joined Cary Orthopaedics’ physical therapy team at the Cary Parkway location in 2023.
Specialties
- Clinical Residency in Orthopaedics – Virginia Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Institute
- Certified Dry Needling – American Academy of Manipulative Therapy
- APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Biology from Shenandoah University
- Doctor of Physical Therapy from Shenandoah University
Experience
- Extensive experience working in outpatient orthopedics
- Experience as a travel physical therapist working in a variety of clinic settings
- Chief Resident of VOMPTI Orthopedic Residency
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
Melissa has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2017 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
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 starting in 2013
Craig has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2003 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Specialties
- Orthopaedics
Education
- SUNY Cortland
- BS Athletic Training
Certifications or specialty training
- Graston certified
- CKTP/Kinesio taping
Leah has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2022 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
Education:
- A.S. Physical Therapist Assistant – SUNY Broome Community College
Past Experience:
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PTA experience in outpatient orthopaedics in NY, NH and NC since 2018
Bryan has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2005 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
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)
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
Sarah has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2019 and serves patients at our Cary Parkway location.
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
- MS Sport Studies, High Point University
- M.Ed with Concentration in Secondary Science, UNC-Greensboro
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, South College
Past Experience
- Experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings during clinical rotations with patients with a variety of different diagnoses and impairments
Cary Spine Location
Destiny has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2023 and serves patients at our Cary Spine Center location.
Education
- BS in Athletic Training, University of South Carolina, 2017
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, Hampton University, 2020
Certifications
- BOC – Certified Athletic Trainer
- Certified in Dry Needling
Past Experience
- Experience working in outpatient orthopaedics and with collegiate athletics
- Clinical rotation experience as a student in high school and collegiate athletics, skilled nursing facility, acute inpatient, and outpatient orthopaedics settings
David has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2012 and serves patients at our Cary Spine Center location.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Exercise Sport Science
Certifications / 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 / Specialty Training
- Graston Technique Certified
- RockTape and Therapeutic Taping Certified
- TRX Certified
Experience
- Physical Therapist Assistant
- NSCA – Certified Personal Trainer
- Certified USA Triathlon Coach
- Certified Track and Field Coach
- Yogafit (level 2) Instructor
- ACE Fitness Instructor
Catherine “CJ” Johnson joined Cary Orthopaedics’ physical therapy team at the Spine Center location in 2025.
Specialties
- Mulligan certified
- Pelvic dysfunction certified (Herman & Wallace)McKenzie certified
- Lumbopelvic disorder certified (IPA)
- Special interest in treating EDS/hypermobility and spinal dysfunction
Education
- Doctorate of PT from Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences (Fishersville, VA)
- Bachelor of Exercise Physiology from East Carolina University (Greenville, NC)
Experience
- Treating a myriad of orthopedic and neurological patient conditions
- Experience in outpatient and inpatient rehab settings
- Clinical instructor for SPTs
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 / Specialty Training
- APTA credentialed clinical instructor
- Licensed in NC, New York and Australia
- Manual therapy
- Exercise therapy
- Sports medicine
Morrisville-RTP Location
Justin has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2023 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Education
- BS Exercise Science, Montana State University
- Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Past Experience
- Experience working in outpatient orthopaedics, acute care and outpatient neuromuscular pediatrics
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 of Physiotherapy
Certifications or specialty training
- Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (APTA)
- Board Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist (APTA)
- Therapeutic Pain Specialist (Evidence in Motion)
- Manual Therapy Certified (Evidence in Motion)
- Neurologic Dry Needling (Integrative Dry Needling)
Pratchi has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2023 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Specialties
- Total Motion Release level 1-3 Certified
Education
- BS in Biology, George Mason University
- Associates in Physical Therapy Assistant, Delaware Technical Community College
Past Experience
- Experience in outpatient orthopaedics
Jeanne has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2024 and serves patients at our Morrisville-RDU location.
Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Occupational Therapy from Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio
Certifications / Specialty Training
- Registered Occupational Therapist with National Board of Occupational Therapy Certifications
- Certified Hand (and upper extremity) Therapist with Hand Therapist Certification Commission since 2001
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
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
Kerrie has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2021 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
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
Erin has been with Cary Orthopedics since 2024 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
Education
- BS in Exercise Science, Appalachian State University
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy, Elon University
Experience
- Pediatric Sports Medicine
- Outpatient Orthopedics
- Sports Medicine
Kevin has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2014 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
Specialties
- Physical therapy
- Clinical Manager of Holly Springs office
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
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
Marian has been with Cary Orthopaedics since 2024 and serves patients at our Holly Springs location.
Education
- Doctorate of Physical Therapy – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2016)
- Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Psychology – University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (2013)
Certifications / Specialty Training
- Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (APTA)
- Dry Needling Certified, Level 1 and 2
- Blood Flow Restriction Certification
- Champion Performance Specialist
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
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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