Find your physical therapist

Dr. Han Low is a highly skilled Physical Therapist, specializing in rehabilitation and injury prevention. He holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the MGH Institute of Health Professions and is certified in Selective Functional Movement Assessment.

Fluent in Chinese and Malay, Dr. Low ensures effective communication with diverse patients. He is also an accomplished athlete, having completed Ironman races in Australia and Malaysia, as well as five World Marathon Majors.

With a holistic approach to patient care, Dr. Low is dedicated to helping individuals regain function, prevent future injuries, and return to their favorite activities.

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Stephanie Morris is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics, manual therapy, sports injuries, and aquatic therapy.  She loves building meaningful relationships and helping her patients move without pain.

In her free time, Stephanie likes to read, hike, travel, and watch the Patriots and Bruins play. She volunteers annually with the South Foster Fire Station 5K Road Race and the Kirkbrae Country Club Cancer Benefit and is a proud supporter of the RI SPCA.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Headaches

Balance & Falls

Aquatics

Karina Crane is a physical therapist assistant who specializes in orthopedics, neuromuscular rehabilitation, sports-related injuries, and aquatic therapy. She is passionate about helping patients maximize their function and increase their quality of life. Karina is also fluent in Cape Verdean Creole, which allows her to connect with many patients that come to the Pawtucket clinic.

She stays active by playing lacrosse and soccer. In her spare time, she loves volunteering at her church, listening to music, and watching the Patriots play.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Aquatics

Dr. Tod Wright is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, soccer, and lower extremity joints. He is passionate about exercising and helping his patients achieve their personal best. Tod has earned certifications as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist and in Functional Dry Needling and Blood Flow Restriction Training.

In his free time, Tod enjoys lifting weights, running, playing golf, and snowboarding. Soccer is a huge part of his life, as he loves watching English Premier League and is an Assistant Coach for the boys' soccer team at Narragansett High School. When he’s not in the clinic or in the gym, he can be found attending to his yard in an attempt to create an outdoor oasis.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Soccer

Lower Extremity Joints

"I enjoy helping people return to their prior level of function."

When Bob is not in the clinic he enjoys golfing, fishing, and watching football on Sundays.

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Dr. Brendan Boyle is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, long-distance running, and track & field. He loves to empower patients to find ways to take control of their pain on their own in addition to helping them in the clinic. He is passionate about helping patients understand how their musculoskeletal system works and putting their injuries in a context they can understand. Brendan is also a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who is a faculty member for Highbar's Orthopedic Residency program.

When he’s not treating patients at the clinic, he spends his time running (often in road races), fishing, playing guitar and the bass, and binge-watching shows on Netflix. He also makes time to watch his favorite sports teams – the Patriots, Celtics or Red Sox – play.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Long Distance Running

Track & Field

Dr. Sarah Arruda is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, pelvic health, women’s health, neuro, pediatrics, and balance & falls. She loves helping patients get their lives back and loves her job as a physical therapist so much that she would still work even if she won the lottery!

Sarah loves to stay active by running, hiking, lifting, and golfing. She loves spending time with her husband and two young daughters as well as cheering on the Green Bay Packers, UConn Huskies, and Boston Red Sox!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Neuro

Pediatrics

Balance & Falls

Mary-Anne is the Clinic Director and a Physical Therapy Assistant at our Westerly clinic. Her specialties include orthopedics, sports injuries, balance and falls, aquatics, and vestibular.

Outside of work, Mary-Anne enjoys soccer, golfing, surfing, snowboarding, rollerblading, hiking, country line dancing, and spending time with her two fur babies.

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Dr. Leah Katsos is a Clinic Director and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics and women's pelvic health. She is passionate about empowering her patients to seek their fullest potential without limitation by physical, mental, or emotional ailments.

Leah directed a health and wellness program that focused on nutrition, exercise, and mental resiliency to high-risk teens in New York City from 2012-2014, utilizing a holistic approach to health. She went on to spend the next 5 years working in outpatient physical therapy as an Exercise Specialist and in administration from 2014-2019. These experiences led to her clinical expertise in orthopedics and pelvic health.

She likes to keep active by hiking, biking, and practicing yoga. You might find her pulling up to the clinic on her bicycle when the weather permits it. She also loves to play the piano!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Women’s Pelvic Health

Dr. Conor Bray is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, and golf rehabilitation. He loves to help people reach their full potential and watch them regain function to get their lives back. His mission is to build a more active, fun, and rewarding world – one patient at a time!

In his free time, Conor enjoys hiking, biking, playing basketball, and playing golf. He also loves to explore the many options that Providence has to offer, especially when it includes his dog, Stark. As an avid Boston sports fan, if there’s a Patriots or Celtics game on, you’ll always find him watching and cheering on the team.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Golf

Dr. Danielle Parent is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, specializing in orthopedics, spine, sports injuries, headaches, vestibular, Parkinson’s Disease, strokes, and balance & falls. She is passionate about working with her patients to achieve their goals and loves watching her patients regain their independence.

In her spare time, you can find her attending New England Revolution soccer games behind the net in the supporter’s section. Her love for the team led her to meet her husband, who is also an avid soccer fan! She is also actively involved with the Rhode Island Chapter of the American Parkinson's Disease Association and has participated in their Rock Steady Boxing program and their Annual Race/Walk/Run for PD.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Headaches

Vestibular

Neurological Conditions (Parkinson’s Disease, strokes)

Balance & Falls

Dr. Molly Douglass is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, concussion management, soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, CrossFit, weightlifting. She also specializes in injuries and conditions related to the knee, hip, shoulder, and ankle. Molly is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Board-Certified Sports Clinical Specialist who has earned additional certifications in dry needling and Emergency Medical Responder for Athletes. She’s passionate about connecting with her patients and helping them recover from injuries so they can achieve their goals and return to the activities they love.

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In her free time, Molly enjoys hiking, weightlifting, skiing, snowboarding, and traveling. You can always find her cheering on the Philadelphia Phillies and the Buffalo Bills.

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Dr. Kim Daniels is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics and pelvic health. She is passionate about helping people find solutions to feel better and find ways for them to get back to the activities they love to do.

Originally from New Hampshire, Kim now resides in Rhode Island with her husband and dog. She keeps active by practicing and teaching yoga, running, and hiking. When she’s not in the clinic, you can find her cooking or baking!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Dr. Mariah Ramsay is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist specializing in orthopedics. She loves working as a physical therapist because she can work with a diverse population of patients and help them to live their best, active lives. She feels honored to be a part of the process that allows patients to return to their favorite activities.

With her background in gymnastics, cheerleading, and softball, Mariah likes to stay active. In her spare time, she enjoys going to the gym, hiking, and doing yoga. She also loves camping, watching hockey and football, and spending time with her family.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Dr. Allie Ollerhead is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, and balance & falls. Her passion is helping her patients improve their function, return to their favorite activities, and being a shoulder to lean on when they need it most. She has earned certifications in both Level 1 & Level 2 of trigger point dry needling through Highbar's Dry Needling Certification program.

In her free time, Allie loves to go to the beach, try any new restaurant, and spend time with her family and friends. She keeps active by practicing yoga and walking her dog. As a resident of Massachusetts, Allie is a huge Boston sports fan and you can bet she is always watching when the Patriots play.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Balance & Falls

Dr. Bryan Raksnis PT, DPT, MDT is a dedicated physical therapist working in our Middletown clinic. With specialties in orthopedics, headaches, sports injuries, spine, and extremity injuries, Bryan brings a wealth of expertise to his patients. He holds a Bachelor of Science (2017) and a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of New England and is certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (MDT), being one of only four certified practitioners in Rhode Island.

Bryan is an active member of the McKenzie Institute International and APTA. He is passionate about helping individuals return to their best selves and educating them on the body’s mechanics. His research has been published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, and he has spoken at APTA events.

Outside of work, Bryan enjoys surfing, snowboarding, sailing, and exploring the great outdoors.

Specialties:

Orthopedics

Headaches

Spine

Extremity Injuries

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Meet A, a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Villanova University (2007), who excels in reconnecting patients with their bodies post-injury. Their passion lies in witnessing patients regain strength and flexibility, fostering a sense of accomplishment. A’s commitment to holistic healing is evident through their Herman & Wallace Pelvic Floor Level 1 certification (2022) and recognition as the 2022 Outstanding Student PTA Award winner by the APTA.

Beyond the clinic, A, a non-binary individual using they/them pronouns, contributes to team diversity. Their interests range from being a Providence Roller Derby member since 2011 to holding a PADI Rescue Diver certification. Erwin's dedication extends to community involvement, volunteering at The Steel Yard to learn welding and blacksmithing. A comedy enthusiast and avid Providence Bruins season ticket holder, Erwin's diverse experiences and skills enrich our healthcare team, ensuring a compassionate and well-rounded approach to patient care.

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Meet Nutan Yadav, a highly skilled Physical therapist with a Bachelor of Physiotherapy earned in 2010 and a Master of Physiotherapy obtained in 2013, both from Santosh Medical College in India.

Nutan finds immense fulfillment in her role as a Physical therapist, cherishing the autonomy it provides her as a clinician. The ability to witness the positive impact she can make in her patients' lives by working with them consistently is what motivates her each day.

Fluent in both English and Hindi, Nutan ensures effective communication and connection with her diverse range of patients.

Outside of her professional life, Nutan is a dedicated mother of two children. Her favorite sport is cricket, reflecting her enthusiasm for the game. In her leisure time, she enjoys the pleasures of cooking and the excitement of travel, embodying a well-rounded and passionate approach to both her personal and professional pursuits.

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Dr. Jennifer Alves is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in pelvic health for women. She has been a Registered Massage therapist for over 25 years. She previously worked as a caseworker with teens at risk and has experience working with women with PTSD, EDS, and sexual trauma. She developed a curriculum for self esteem that she taught in a woman's prison and believes in a wholistic approach when treating her patients.

Dr. Alves loves all kinds of music and artistic endeavors. Don't be surprised if you find her dancing in her office.

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Specialties:

• Pelvic Health for Women
• Postpartum
• Low Back Pain
• Dysmenorrhea
• Dyspareunia
• Stress and Urge Incontinence
• Fecal Incontinence
• Prolapse
• Vaginismus
• Urinary Retention
• Urinary Frequency

Dr. Holly Garcia is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, women’s health, and pelvic health. She’s passionate about helping her patients address pain and limitations so they can actively live their lives.

Originally from California, Holly recently relocated to Rhode Island with her husband and son. She’s excited about this new adventure on the east coast and is always on the lookout for fun activities and restaurants in the area. She enjoys being outdoors, baking, doing puzzles, trying new restaurants, and traveling around the world.

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Specialities:

Orthopedics

Pelvic Health

Women’s Health

Lynn Johnson is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, running injuries and conditions, and injuries of the knee, hip, ankle, and foot. She’s passionate about helping her patients achieve their goals and getting athletes back to playing their sport. Lynn values the relationships she’s built with patients over the 20+ years she’s been working as a physical therapist.

A seasoned runner, Lynn has been inducted into the Holy Cross Hall of Fame for her athletic and academic accomplishments. She’s run over 20 marathons including the Boston Marathon multiple times. When she’s not running with the Wampanoag Running Club or training for her next marathon, she enjoys hiking, skiing, and spending time outdoors. She resides in North Attleboro, MA with her husband Steve, daughter Sarah, and a black lab named Nauset.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Running

Knee

Hip

Ankle & Foot

Dr. Kara Chace is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, women’s health, concussions, dry needling, and balance & falls. She also serves as a Regional Director for Highbar. Kara loves meeting new people and helping them to reach their goals, whether that be to get back to work or enjoy life pain-free. Throughout her career, she has gained certifications in functional dry needling and hippotherapy, which is the use of horseback riding as a therapeutic or rehabilitative treatment, especially as a means of improving coordination, balance, and strength.

She has previously volunteered at Greenlock Therapeutic Riding and is actively involved in community programs that support our youth including K-Rob and the RI Special Olympics.  Dr. Chace also volunteers as a project advisor at Barrington High School and North Smithfield High School.

When she’s not in the clinic, Kara likes to spend time with her family and go to sporting and concert events. She keeps active by hiking, skiing, swimming, playing soccer, and biking.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports-Related Injuries

Women’s Health

Balance & Falls

Dr. Kathryn Pereira is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, and balance and falls. Her passion is to create meaningful connections with her patients so they can achieve their personal goals. She believes in the importance of empowering her patients to improve their health and mobility through education.

In her free time, Kathryn enjoys baking, trying new restaurants, traveling, and spending time with her friends and family. She’s also a big Boston sports fan, especially when it comes to the Boston Bruins, and loves to cheer on the US Women’s National Soccer Team.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Balance & Falls

Dr. Jack Dixon is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, and balance & falls. His passion is to help his patients improve their quality of life. He is the happiest when he can discharge a patient to live an independent, pain-free lifestyle.

When Jack is not in the clinic, he loves to stay active by hiking and weight training. Originally from Baltimore, Maryland, his favorite sports teams are the Baltimore Ravens and Boston Celtics. He also has a passion for cooking, so he is always looking for a fun recipe to try!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Balance & Falls

Dr. Nicole Donahue earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of Rhode Island in 2023, following her Bachelor's of Science in Kinesiology in 2021.

Dr. Donahue is passionate about working with diverse individuals, helping them understand their conditions, and empowering them to manage their recovery. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, photography, and cheering for all Boston sports teams.

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Dr. Jake Broccolo is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedics, post-surgical care, and sports-related injuries. He also serves as the Clinic Director for our North Providence clinic. A native Rhode Islander, he was introduced to the field of physical therapy when he injured his arm playing baseball. From athlete to patient then physical therapist, Jake offers expertise in baseball and football injuries. In addition, he enjoys working with the elderly, on mobility, balance, and minimizing the risk of falls.

In his spare time, Jake stays active by going to the gym, riding his bike, and playing golf. A baseball player and RedSox fan, he was at the famous ‘RedSox vs Yankees Brawl’ game. Ask him who his favorite family member is and he'll tell you it's his 7-year-old black lab, Zoe.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Post-surgical

Sports-related injuries

Balance and fall prevention

Dr. Victor Sandman is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, and occupational health. He believes strongly in the power of an improved physical condition and has dedicated his career to educating his patients on how staying active can help their overall health. Victor loves treating in the community where he lives because he feels like he’s making it a better place one appointment at a time.

Now residing in Newport with his wife and two children, Victor was born in Cincinnati, Ohio, and has lived in the Boston area for over 20 years. A fun fact about Victor is that his first career was in music as a vocalist and he released an album in 2008.

Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Occupational Health

Dr. Mara Hochman is an Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics as well as spinal and shoulder-related injuries or conditions. She is passionate about helping her patients get back to the activities they love to do while instilling a love of exercise along the way. She completed the Memorial Hermann Orthopedic Residency, where she was also a faculty member, and has earned certification in trigger point dry needling. Mara now serves as an adjunct faculty member for the Highbar Orthopedic Residency program.

In her free time, Mara enjoys being outdoors, traveling, and spending time with her husband, son, and dog. She has lived all over the country, from growing up in California to living in Texas, and now in Rhode Island.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Shoulder

Dr. Christine Pawlina is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics and pediatrics. Her passion is helping her patients regain their quality of life. She always looks forward to the moment during every patient’s treatment where they first realize that they can take part in their favorite activities without pain or limitation.

In her free time, Christine enjoys reading and has accumulated an ever-growing pile of books to read next. She keeps active through playing indoor and beach volleyball as well as playing in a bowling league.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Pediatrics

Dr. Alison Guliano is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, the spine, and sports-related injuries. After sustaining multiple sports injuries, Alison was inspired to give back to her community by helping others get back to the activities they love most. She is passionate about creating personalized plans to help her patients reach their movement goals. Throughout her career, she has gained certification in trigger point dry needling and has completed the Highbar Orthopedic Residency program.

In her free time, Alison enjoys exploring all the state parks in Rhode Island, going to farmer’s markets, and spending time outside. As a former soccer and softball player, she likes to stay active by hiking and skiing. You can usually catch her watching the Red Sox, Boston Bruins, and USWNT soccer games.

"I love being a physical therapist because I can help to develop personalized goals for people to maximize their potential. After having recently having my own baby, I have become truly passionate about advocating for women's health and enhancing movement goals during pregnancy and in the post-partum period. I am an advocate for maintaining fitness throughout the lifespan and am especially excited about using my background in orthopedics and applying it to women's health."

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Orthopedics
Spine
Pelvic Health
Pregnancy / OB

Dr. Michael Glassman is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, headaches, football, and track. He is passionate about educating the community and helping patients achieve a better level of activity.

A former college football player, Mike first experienced physical therapy as a patient. After suffering an ACL tear, he successfully returned to play three years of college football and continues to be active today. He now strives to recreate his success with physical therapy for all his patients.

When he’s not in the clinic, Mike is likely eating chocolate chip cookie dough ice cream or being active in any way he can. He plays in a full-contact flag football league in Pawtucket, but is always on the lookout for new activities and experiences!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Headaches

Football

Track (Sprinting & Jumping)

Dr. Lisa DeCoste is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who serves as the Chief Operating Officer at Highbar. She specializes in women’s health, dry needling, orthopedics, spinal rehabilitation, manual therapy, and TMJ.

Lisa traveled to Croatia with the USA Women’s Sailing team as the team's physical therapist in 2004. She has published in the New England Senior Tennis Foundation magazine. She has received the Humanics Award for leadership from Springfield College and was named one of Providence Business News’ 40 Under Forty Award winners in 2016.

As a member of the American Physical Therapy Association, Lisa has served the Rhode Island chapter as the secretary and currently serves on the Nominating Committee. Her knowledge and experience bring a wealth of information as a clinical instructor for students.

When she’s not working, she loves to spend her free time on her boat with her daughter, traveling all over the Narragansett Bay.

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Specialties:

Women's Health

Dry Needling

Orthopedics

Spinal Rehabilitation

Manual Therapy

TMJ

Clinic Director Dr. Rob Gruttadauria is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who also specializes in sports-related injuries and running. His passion is helping patients reach their goals, improve their quality of life, and reach new heights in their wellness journeys. He holds certifications in both Level 1 and 2 of Trigger Point Dry Needling and is one of the Lead Instructors for Highbar's Dry Needling Certification program.

In his free time, Rob stays active through a variety of exercises including running, weightlifting, and functional fitness. He also enjoys cooking and is always looking for recommendations on healthy meal alternatives. Rob also loves following his favorite New England sports teams, especially the Boston Celtics, Boston Bruins, and Providence Friars basketball team.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Runners

Clinic Director Josh Ambeau is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, running, and football. He is passionate about helping his patients achieve their movement and function goals to become the best versions of themselves.

Originally from Baton Rouge, LA, Josh enjoys brewing his own beer and supporting the New Orleans Saints and LSU Tigers. He keeps active by running, skiing, and spending time outdoors. Josh resides in Hopkinton, MA with his wife Emily, and their dog Lucy.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Running

Football

Dr. Sterling Saint, PT, DPT is a physical therapist at Highbar Physical Therapy’s Warwick clinic, specializing in orthopedics, sports injuries, and spine care. He holds a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Connecticut (2014) and a Bachelor’s in Kinesiology from the University of Rhode Island (2011).

Dr. Saint is passionate about guiding his patients toward recovery by educating and empowering them to take control of their rehabilitation process. His research on runners and Achilles tendon properties has been published, further demonstrating his commitment to the field.

Outside of work, Dr. Saint enjoys going to the gym, playing sports, and spending time with his two children. He is also a big fan of the Boston Celtics and the LA Rams.

Specialties:

Orthopedics

Headaches

Sports Injuries

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Carrie Knickerbocker is a dedicated Physical Therapist Assistant at the South Kingstown clinic, specializing in orthopedics, and pelvic health. She holds an Associate's degree in Applied Sciences from Labette Community College and has completed Pelvic Floor Level 1 certification. Carrie enjoys the diversity of interactions with her patients and colleagues, finding joy in guiding people to feel better while learning from their unique personalities.

Outside of work, Carrie loves spending time outdoors. Her favorite activities include hiking, camping, and biking, with a particular love for the mountains and the freedom of travel.

Specialties:

Orthopedics

Pelvic Health

Meet Dr. Stephanie Rapp, a dedicated and passionate Physical Therapist with a strong commitment to helping her patients regain confidence and return to the activities they love. Stephanie earned her Bachelor of Science and Doctor of Physical Therapy degrees from Quinnipiac University.

With a focus on orthopedics, sports injuries, pediatrics, and more, she finds immense joy in empowering her patients, especially children, to thrive in their movement and daily lives.

Outside of her work, Stephanie enjoys skiing, reading, and staying active through beach walks and volleyball. Her deep empathy and expertise drive her to help patients overcome challenges and discover their potential.

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Dr. Matthew Salvatore is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports injuries, and balance & falls. He is passionate about helping his patients get back to the activities that are important to them and finds it deeply rewarding to watch them become more physically and mentally resilient throughout their treatment.

In his free time, Matthew likes to stay active by hiking, walking, basketball, and golf. As a fan of the Celtics and Patriots, you can usually catch him watching the games with some good food and his friends and family.

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Specialties:‍

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Balance & Falls

Brielle Albertini, PT, DPT, is a dedicated physical therapist and clinic director with a passion for guiding her patients through their rehabilitation journey. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science and Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Springfield College, along with certifications in Dry Needling and LSVT BIG. Brielle specializes in outpatient care, where she forms strong connections with her patients, celebrating their achievements every step of the way. Beyond her practice, she finds joy in beachside relaxation, traveling, staying active, and exploring new culinary experiences. Now back in Massachusetts, she's excited to continue her impactful work in the community.

Nicholas DiNobile is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, headaches, neuro, vestibular, and balance & falls. His interest in how the human body functions and recovers led him to also complete the Massage Therapist program at the Community College of Rhode Island.

When he’s not in the clinic, he loves cooking, nature, and spending time with his friends and family.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Headaches

Neuro

Vestibular

Balance & Falls

Dr. Jean Paul Aracena Oliver is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, pediatrics, and conditions in the wrist, hand, and elbow. He's passionate about helping his patients regain their ability to move and participate in the activities that bring them joy. Before moving to the United States to get his Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree, Jean Paul specialized in a Sports for the Disabled program at the University of Leipzig in Germany. He is also a native Spanish speaker who is excited to help his Spanish-speaking patients recover from their pain and limitations.

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In his free time, Jean Paul loves exploring the outdoors, exercising, or enjoying family time with his daughters and wife. He loves trying new foods, exploring new places, and following his father-in-law's motto of finding a pocket of peace and a tiny adventure each day.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Pediatrics

Wrist

Hand

Elbow

Custom Splinting

Dr. Bobby Dattilo is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, headaches, and lacrosse. He enjoys supporting his patients throughout the rehabilitation process and takes pride in helping them reach their goals. Additionally, Bobby is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and serves as the Orthopedic Residency Director for the Highbar Orthopedic Residency.

As a Division I All-American in Lacrosse player for the Hobart Statesmen, Bobby went on to play four years of professional lacrosse with the Rochester Rattlers and Ohio Machine. He currently provides strength and conditioning training for local RI high schools and hosts individual and group face-off clinics for youth and high school lacrosse players.

In his spare time, he plays lacrosse and fantasy football. He also likes to try out new restaurants and bars and is always looking for a great recommendation!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Headaches

Lacrosse

Kevin Silvia is a Physical Therapist Assistant at our Pawtucket clinic who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, athletes, children, and adolescents. He is a clinical instructor for high school Physical Therapist Assistant students and the Community College of Rhode Island’s Physical Therapist Assistant program.

He co-founded and was previously director of the Highbar Speed School, which is a comprehensive sports training and conditioning program for athletes. He served on the volunteer committee for the 1st Annual Performance 5K Road Race. Previously, Kevin founded and directed a state-wide fundraiser for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, through which he helped raise $23,000 over five years.

Kevin spends his time away from the clinic biking, hiking, shooting, and spending time outside. He also loves strength training, cross-training, and mixed martial arts.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Athletes

Children

Adolescents

Dr. Molly McCausland is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics. After a high school basketball injury required her to seek out physical therapy, she decided she wanted to pursue a career where she could help people and build relationships with patients.

Molly volunteers with START All Sports Adaptive Camp and Humanics in Action.

When she’s not in the clinic, Molly likes to spend time with her friends, especially if it’s outdoors. She also loves New England sports teams, so you can usually find her watching whichever game is on that day!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Dr. David Pavao is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in manual therapy, acute and chronic spine pain, headaches, sports injuries, TMJ, and vertigo. He is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and serves as Highbar's Chief Clinical Officer. In his role as Clinical Officer, Dave oversees the professional development of clinical staff, which includes the Highbar Student Curriculum, the Mentoring for Highbar onboarding program, and the Highbar Orthopedic Residency, as well as in-house continuing education to ensure our clinical team and patients have an exceptional experience at Highbar.

He is currently an adjunct professor in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at his alma mater, where he earned the Academic Excellence Award as a student and the Outstanding Alumni Award in 2013. Dave also serves on the Legislative Committee of the Rhode Island American Physical Therapy Association.

When Dave isn’t treating patients or ensuring that all clinical staff at Highbar are staying up to date on current clinical standards, he loves spending time with his wife Michelle and his 2 children, Aiden and Grace. He likes to stay active by playing soccer and tennis and coaching Aidan's soccer team.

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Specialties:

Manual Therapy

Spine

Headaches

Sports Injuries

TMJ

Vertigo

Dr. Ashley Tamke is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, the spine, dance, and balance & falls. She loves being a physical therapist and helping her patients get back to their lives without pain or limitation. Her favorite part about being a clinician is finding creative ways to help reduce pain for her patients.

In her free time, Ashley enjoys running and has run a total of 12 marathons, including the Boston Marathon 4 times. She resides in Cumberland, RI with her husband Matt, her sons Jacob and Thomas, and their dog Sophie.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Balance & Falls

Dance

Dr. Margaret Taylor is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics. She’s passionate about getting to know each of her patients and their needs so she can guide them through a treatment plan. The best part about being a physical therapist for Margaret is watching her patients gain confidence as they return to the activities they love.

In her free time, Margaret enjoys gardening, cooking, traveling, and hiking with her family and their dogs. She keeps active by playing in various recreational soccer teams for the last 25 years. You can usually find her riding her bicycle or walking to wherever she needs to go!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics