Find your physical therapist

Dr. Taylor LeBrun is a Doctor of Physical Therapy specializing in orthopedics, sports injuries, overhead athletes, upper extremity conditions, spine issues, and pediatric care. Her mission is to enhance her patients' quality of life, whether by helping them return to sports or walk confidently without fear of falling.

Taylor is passionate about empowering individuals to become the best versions of themselves. She takes the time to get to know her patients, tailoring exercise programs to meet their specific goals and lifestyles, with a strong emphasis on orthopedic care. In her free time, Taylor enjoys fishing, lifting weights, and embracing the outdoors. She is a dedicated fan of the Red Sox and was a former college softball player at Simmons University, where she now serves as an adjunct professor in the DPT program.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Overhead Athletes

Upper Extremity

Spine Issues

Pediatric Care

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. 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. 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

Cassondra MacDonald is a passionate Physical Therapist Assistant at the Warwick clinic, specializing in orthopedics, pelvic health, and spine care. She holds Advanced Proficiency in Orthopedic Manual Therapy and is an active member of the PTA. Cassondra loves connecting with her patients, guiding them to small victories like tying their shoes, shampooing their hair, or picking up their children pain-free. It's these moments that make her career deeply rewarding.

In her personal time, Cassondra enjoys traveling, spending time with her family, and hiking with her two dogs. She has set a goal to hike every national park in the country.

Specialties:

Orthopedics

Pediatrics

Erin Botelho MSPT, OCS, is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and physical therapist who specializes in orthopedics, women’s health, shoulder injuries, and knee injuries. Her passion is learning about each patient and their experiences, fears, and successes in order to help them reach their goals. She believes that treating the injury may help the pain but treating the person will allow them to get back to their lives and the activities they love.

When she’s not treating patients or shuttling her children from dance rehearsals and sports practices, she loves spending time in the quiet outdoors and eating good food. She and her family love to escape their busy schedules by visiting Cape Cod and soaking up the salty air to re-energize. She has also begun testing out her green thumb and welcomes any gardening tips from her patients!

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Specialties:‍

Orthopedics

Women’s Health

Shoulder Injuries

Knee Injuries

Meet Dr. Haley Reed,  Physical Therapist who finds purpose in improving both the physical and mental well-being of her patients. By assisting them in reaching functional goals, she witnesses a profound improvement in their overall quality of life, fostering health and happiness. Haley's commitment extends to pediatric physical therapy, and she has contributed to the "Epworth Sleepiness Scale" on the APTA website. Originally from New Hampshire, she enjoys beach reading and outdoor activities. A dog enthusiast, Haley cherishes moments at the dog park with her partner's dog, Shelby.

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. Erin Gardiner is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, headaches, balance & falls, and skiing. She loves working as a physical therapist because each day is different and presents a new opportunity to make a big impact on so many patients’ lives.

She can be found either by water or in the snow as she was a ski and snowboard instructor for over 10 years and enjoys boating with her family. Erin loves to spend time with her dog Sperry, and her husband, Brad.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Headaches

Balance & Falls

Skiing

Dr. Brian Elliano is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics. His experience with playing rugby for much of his life piqued his interest in injury prevention and rehabilitation. He loves watching his patients progress and ultimately return to their favorite activities.

In his free time, Brian enjoys weight lifting, biking, and watching his favorite sports teams: the Red Sox, Patriots, Bruins, and Celtics. He also loves exploring new restaurants with his friends and family and is always looking for recommendations!

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Specialities:

Orthopedics

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

Elizabeth Mainville is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics and balance & falls. Her passion is forming connections with her patients during their road to recovery and supporting them through their treatment. Her favorite part of her job is seeing the progress her patients make from their first appointment through their graduation day.

When she’s not in the clinic, Elizabeth enjoys spending time with her friends, family, and her many pets. She likes to stay active by playing volleyball recreationally and competitively.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Balance & Falls

Amanda Moran ATC, LMT is a Certified Athletic Trainer who works with East Providence High School and our East Providence clinic. During high school, she fractured her ankle playing softball. This piqued her interest in the field of rehabilitation, which led her to a career in athletic training. She loves helping athletes go from a very low point to then regaining their strength and returning back to their sport.

Amanda also helped the East Providence High School receive the 1st team Safe School Sport award (May 2016-2019). Most recently, she completed the Highbar Lead the Way program.

In her free time, Amanda likes cooking new recipes, reading, and biking. For over 10 years she has participated in the MS 150 Bike Ride, raising money for multiple sclerosis.

Meet Juan David Moncayo, a compassionate Physical Therapist whose drive stems from his upbringing in a community lacking access to physical therapy. Juan David earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Kinesiology from The Master's University and a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Arcadia University.

With a desire to assist others, Juan David challenges the belief in lifelong setbacks caused by injuries, considering it a privilege to aid individuals in discovering their potential anew. Fluent in Spanish, he establishes profound connections with his patients.

Beyond his professional duties, Juan David finds joy in activities such as boxing, martial arts, and motorsports. He also devotes time to learning languages, currently focusing on Japanese. Juan David's empathy and expertise are dedicated to empowering patients and highlighting the resilience of the human body.

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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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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

Kerry Giroux is a Physical Therapist who specializes in orthopedics, neurological and post-surgical rehabilitation, shoulder and knee rehabilitation, and sports medicine. With over 15 years of clinical experience, Kerry is a clinical instructor and member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association.

In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her sons, Garrett and Luke. She also enjoys boating, watching the Patriots, Red Sox, and college basketball. She likes to keep active by tubing, water skiing, and paddleboarding around Johnson's Pond with her friends and family.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Neurological Rehabilitation

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Shoulder

Knee

Sports Medicine

Meet Anjelia Altebrando, a dedicated physical therapist at Highbar specializing in orthopedics and spine care. She holds a Bachelors of Science and a Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Springfield College, earned in 2022 and 2024 respectively. Anjelia is certified in Trigger Point Dry Needling through Highbar since 2023 and is affiliated with RIAPTA. Passionate about helping patients reclaim their active lifestyles, she finds fulfillment in facilitating their return to favorite activities. Anjelia has shared her expertise through speaking engagements, including a panel on diversity, equity, and inclusion in education at the 2022 APTA Fall conference. Beyond her professional achievements, she enjoys coaching lacrosse, supporting the NY Yankees and Giants, watching Friends, and exploring new restaurants.

Dr. Emily Hutcheson is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, pre & post natal rehabilitation and vestibular conditions. She is passionate about helping patients achieve their goals and to watch them improve from their initial evaluation to their discharge.

When she’s not in the clinic, Emily loves traveling with her husband and going kayaking. She also enjoys spending time at home with their two cats and two dogs.

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Specialities:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Vestibular Conditions

Pre & Post Natal Rehabilitation

Dance

Aquatics

Katelyn Dalmazzi is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in Aquatic Therapy. Since she grew up playing sports, she sustained a few sports-related injuries that allowed her to see firsthand what physical therapy was about. This experience shaped her as she decided she wanted to help others in the same way she was helped by her physical therapy team.

In her free time, she keeps active by hiking with her mini Australian Shepherd, Benny, and playing soccer and volleyball. She also loves to volunteer with the Special Olympics and work with children with disabilities on the weekends.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Aquatic Therapy

Dr. Shawn Blankenship is the Clinic Director at our Middletown clinic and a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, post-stroke, and traumatic brain injuries. He’s passionate about connecting with his patients to educate and empower them in their recovery. In his past roles, Shawn has served as an Adjunct Professor for Seton Hall University’s Physical Therapy program.

When he’s not in the clinic, Shawn enjoys playing golf, running, and road biking. You can usually find him rooting for the Ohio State Buckeyes or spending time with his wife and dog.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Stroke

Traumatic Brain Injuries

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. 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. 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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Director of Pediatrics, Dr. Sarah Goldstein, is a Board-Certified Pediatric Clinical Specialist and a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in pediatric physical therapy care and orthopedics. Her diagnoses of expertise include torticollis, plagiocephaly, cerebral palsy, scoliosis, gross motor delay, and developmental delay. She has been caring for pediatric patients since graduating in 2017 and refers to them all as "her kids".

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She loves working as a physical therapist because she can positively impact someone’s quality of life, whether that be within the home, in recreation, or at work. Dr. Sarah participated in ballet her whole life, retiring finally in 2023, and loves to work with the dance population to ensure safety with participation and show-readiness. With her specialty in pediatrics, she loves that she can take the “boring” out of another doctor’s appointment for a child by creating a fun, entertaining, safe, and exciting environment to help the child and family reach their goals.

When Sarah isn’t in the clinic, she likes to spend time with her husband, son, and rescue dog. ‍

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Specialties:

Pediatrics

Orthopedics

Dance-related injuries

Martha Ragsdale is a dedicated physical therapist with a passion for empowering individuals to optimize their physical potential. They earned their Bachelor of Arts degree from Colgate University in 1984, followed by a Doctor of Physical Therapy from Pacific University in 2008.

Martha remains committed to providing exceptional care and support to her patients, finding great joy in helping others achieve their wellness goals. In addition to her professional endeavors, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and exploring the performing arts. These hobbies reflect her belief in the importance of a well-rounded lifestyle. With a focus on holistic care, Martha continues to make a positive impact in the lives of those she serves.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

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. Mikaela Caracciolo is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, balance & falls, CVA, Parkinson’s Disease, MS, and other neurological conditions. She loves helping her patients get back to the activities they love and motivating them to achieve the goals they didn’t think were possible.

She has served as the Assistant Coach for Rock Steady Boxing, a boxing class for those with Parkinson's Disease, and volunteers in the medical tent at the MS challenge walk in Cape Cod each year.

In her free time, Mikaela loves to practice her photography skills, watch the Patriots or Red Sox, go skiing, practice her boxing skills, and play softball. She also likes to explore and try out new or different restaurants – so she is always looking for recommendations!

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Balance & Falls

CVA

Parkinson’s Disease

MS

Neurological Conditions

Dr. Nicole Sweet is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, balance & falls, and pregnancy-related pain and dysfunction. She also has expertise in treating geriatrics and Parkinson’s Disease. Her passion for physical therapy is fueled by building relationships with patients while helping them achieve their goals.

After getting her DPT, Nicole traveled for two years, working as a physical therapist in a wide variety of settings. During that time, she also earned a certification in functional dry needling.

Nicole likes to stay active by hiking, kayaking, yoga, and going on outdoor adventures. She also loves spending time with family and friends, trying new foods and wines, and relaxing at the beach.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Balance & Falls

Pregnancy-Related Pain and Dysfunction

Dr. Michael McGuire is an avid runner. He loves running 5K's and 10K's. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the University of Scranton. Outside of normal orthopedic conditions. Dr. McGuire specializes in treating concussions and vestibular conditions. In his free time he loves cheering on the New England Patriots.

"I love forming trusting relationships with my patients and assist them in achieving their physical therapy goals!"

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. Jon Ferrara is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, and soccer-related injuries and conditions. He is passionate about helping his patients improve their quality of life and return to the activities they love to do. As a former collegiate soccer player, Jon certainly understands the importance of an active recovery. He has also earned certifications in functional dry needling and the Graston technique.

In his free time, you can typically find Jon spending time with his wife and their two children. He loves staying active by playing sports like snowboarding and disc golf.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Soccer

Dr. Angela Lostritto is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, specializing in general and post-surgical orthopedics, spine, vestibular, balance & falls, and hand & wrist. She also speaks proficient Spanish and Portuguese. She loves helping her patients achieve their functional goals. She finds the healing process rewarding, as she’s able to help her patients by giving them relief from their pain.

When she’s not treating patients, she loves spending time with her husband and daughter. She also loves to explore other cultures through travel.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Vestibular

Balance & Falls

Hand/Wrist

Haley Chaves is a Physical Therapist Assistant who specializes in orthopedics and dance. She is passionate about making a difference in the lives of her patients so they can reduce their pain and increase their range of motion. Each year she takes a trip to the Dominican Republic to provide medical care and aid in construction projects that help develop the community of workers and their families.

In her free time, Haley enjoys traveling to her family’s land in Maine and spending time with her cat and dog. If there’s a Boston Bruins game on, she’s either watching it at home or at the arena.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Dance

Clinic Director Dr. Andrew Horton is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, and sports-related injuries. His passion is helping patients reach their goals to get back to their sport, hobby, or everyday activity and live their best life. Andrew leads the Highbar Dry Needling certification program and is certified in both Dry Needling Level 1 & 2. He has also earned certifications in Functional Movement System (Levels 1&2), Selective Functional Movement Assessment, and Clinical Integration.

Andrew lives in North Kingstown with his wife, two children, and their therapy dog, Mix. He likes to stay active by playing soccer, exercising, hiking, wake surfing, playing spike ball, and biking. His favorite sports teams are Manchester United, USMNT, Celtics, Red Sox, and the Boston Bruins. When he’s not in the clinic or at home with his family, Andrew loves to travel and has visited Thailand, Spain, France, Italy, Croatia, Greece, and Guatemala.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Meet Lauren Giampietro, a dedicated physical therapist who has successfully completed her Doctorate at Sacred Heart University. As an active member of the Rhode Island American Physical Therapy Association (RI APTA), Lauren is committed to ongoing professional growth and collaboration.

In her role, Lauren takes pride in helping individuals reclaim activities they love by tailoring treatment plans to their unique goals. Beyond her professional pursuits, she enjoys hiking and the outdoors, finding inspiration in the therapeutic benefits of nature.

Lauren is an enthusiastic fan of the Boston Bruins, reflecting her passion for sports and community connections. With a holistic approach to physical therapy, Lauren Giampietro combines academic achievement, professional engagement, and a love for the outdoors, contributing to her commitment to helping others lead active and fulfilling lives.

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Dr. Brian Hay PT, DPT, MS, OCS is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in manual therapy, dry needling, running and gait analysis, sports rehabilitation, youth athlete injury prevention, orthopedics, injury prevention/rehabilitation in runners, and biomechanical analysis. He also serves as a Regional Director.

An avid runner himself, Brian developed the Highbar Running Academy to help fellow therapists learn to best treat the needs of the running athlete. He is also a Certified Executive Coach and uses his experience to help develop emerging leaders at Highbar through the Lead the Way program and as a Clinical Instructor for Brown University medical students. He's also traveled to Honduras to provide physical therapy services to communities in rural Honduras with the Brown University Branch of Shoulder-to-Shoulder, Inc., an organization that works collaboratively to create and operate sustainable and accessible health, nutrition, and education services in that region.

In his free time, Brian loves spending time with his wife and two boys. He likes to keep active by running long distance, playing golf, hiking, and traveling.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Manual Therapy

Dry Needling

Running and Gait Analysis

Sports Rehabilitation

Youth Athlete Injury Prevention

Running

Biomedical Analysis

Meet Dr. Kara Casavant a Physical Therapist with a DPT from Husson University, complemented by a BS in Exercise Science. Currently pursuing an MBA, she combines clinical expertise with business acumen. Passionate about helping individuals return to activities they love. Kara's diverse background includes 20 years of competitive cheerleading and a focus on working with dancers during her physical therapy studies. A proud Boston sports fan.

Dr. Marie Carreras PT, DPT, has been a physical therapist since 2011. After graduating, she gained experience in a variety of settings, including acute care, schools, home health, skilled nursing facilities, and long-term acute care. In 2017, she transitioned to outpatient orthopedics, where she began noticing certain patient symptoms related to the pelvic floor that could not be addressed with general orthopedic knowledge.

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Marie specializes in inclusive pelvic health, maternity/postpartum care, and general orthopedics. Marie is passionate about helping individuals develop body awareness, address concerns, adapt as needed, and optimize their progress. Her decision to pursue physical therapy was inspired by her own experiences with physical therapy following injuries as a teen and young adult.

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Marie has run several half marathons and completed her first marathon in the 2016 Clam Chowder Challenge.When she's not working or managing the chaos of her three children she enjoys powerlifting, training for her first black belt in Shaolin Kempo Karate, hiking, doing arts and crafts, and reading.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Dr. Ashley Cummings is a Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, vestibular, figure skating, and performing arts. She is passionate about helping people get back to the activities they enjoy and loves watching the progress her patients make during each step of their treatment. As a formerly competitive figure skater, Ashley has firsthand experience with recovering from sports-related injuries and now she loves to figure skate for fun.

In her free time, Ashley enjoys exploring new restaurants, going to live music events, hiking, and Pilates.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Vestibular

Figure Skating

Performing Arts

Dr. Erica Manchester is a Clinic Director, a Doctor of Physical Therapy, and Board-Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, sports-related injuries, soccer, and female athletes. She loves to empower her patients to participate in their own recovery and working as a team to help her patients achieve their goals. While in school, she shadowed in clinics and rehabilitation facilities in Italy and volunteered in weekly balance group exercise classes.

In her free time, Erica loves to bake, play the flute, go to vineyards, and try new restaurants. As a big fan of the US Women’s National Soccer Team and former team member of the Salve Regina University Women’s Soccer Team, she keeps active by running and playing co-ed soccer. She also coaches female athletes in the Narragansett Youth Soccer Association.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Sports Injuries

Soccer

Female Athletes

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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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

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. Dan Folrendo is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics. He loves being a Physical Therapist because he gets to help people feel and move better and enable them to do everything they love!

He received his BA in Human Services and Rehabilitation Studies from Assumption College. He received his Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences.

While he's not in the clinic, he loves to stay active by hiking, weightlifting, watching movies, and playing with his German Shepard, Maya.

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Dr. William Hilton is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Board-certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who specializes in orthopedics, the spine, sports-related injuries, and balance & falls. He is passionate about educating his patients on the importance of a healthy lifestyle and exercise to help them recover from pain or injuries.

In his free time, William enjoys hiking, going to the gym, weightlifting, and playing trading card games.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Balance & Falls

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

Clinic Director Dr. Jordan Madigan is a Doctor of Physical Therapy who specializes in orthopedics, spine, sports-related injuries, and headaches. He is passionate about showing patients their true potential, whether it is recovering from an injury or illness or through technique/performance adjustments. Growing up in a small rural town, Jordan was involved in every sport and activity he could find, mostly basketball and Australian Rules Football. After attending physical therapy for multiple minor sports injuries, Jordan began to develop a good relationship with the physical therapists who treated him. His physical therapists showed such a passion for patient care. Over time, they inspired him to pursue an education in physiotherapy, shaping him into the physical therapist he is today.

Originally from Australia, Jordan loves to stay active by playing Australian Rules Football for Boston, taking his rescue dog hiking, and playing pickup basketball with his friends. He also loves visiting breweries in Rhode Island and playing golf.

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Specialties:

Orthopedics

Spine

Sports Injuries

Shoulders