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 Dr Michelle E. Collie, PT, DPT, MS, OCS
mcollie@performanceptri.com
Owner and Director: Joined the team in January of 2001
Education: Bachelor of Physiotherapy, University of Otago, New Zealand, 1994; Master of Science (specializing in Orthopedics) and Doctor of Physical Therapy, MGH-Institute of Health Professionals (MGH-IHP) Boston, MA, 2005.
Certification: Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics (OCS).
Clinical Expertise: Manual Therapy, Spinal Rehabilitation, TMJ, Women’s Health, general orthopedics.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Michelle is an APTA member and President of the RI Private Practice Group. Michelle currently services on the Children's Museum Board of Trustees, Rhode Island Reach Out and Read Board, and the Brown/Guachipilincito Partnership Board(a subsidary of Shoulder to Shoulder). Michelle has published articles in the Journal for Women’s Health and New England Tennis Journal and she has produced an exercise DVD for pregnancy. She provides clinical instruction to students and she has presented lectures on assessment and treatment of the spine, TMJ, shoulder, ankle and knee to physical therapists and residents from Brown University. At a national level she has presented on Women’s Health. In 2004 she received the MGH-IHP Ionta Award for Clinical Excellence, and in 2006 she was chosen for both the RI APTA Annual Distinguished Service Award and Private Practice Service Award. In 2010 Michelle was a Providence Business News, 40 under forty honoree.
Personal Interests: In her spare time Michelle enjoys staying physically active and can often be found on the streets of Providence biking with her son and daughter or running the boulevard. She is determined to maintain her New Zealand heritage so she enjoys relaxing with a nice glass of wine from her homeland with her husband. | | | | |
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Dr Paul J. Burke, MSPT, DPT, OCS, Cert MDT
pburke@performanceptri.com
VP of Clinical Operations and Clinic Director: Joined the team in 2004
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree, Villanova University, PA, 1994; Master of Science Degree, University of Miami, FL, 1998. Doctor of Physical Therapy, MGH-IHP, Boston, MA, 2011.
Certification: Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics (OCS), Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (Cert MDT) through the McKenzie Institute.
Clinical Expertise: Manual Therapy, Spinal Rehabilitation, Shoulder and Knee Rehabilitation, Sports injuries
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Paul is a member of the APTA and The McKenzie Institute. He provides instruction to students and has presented lectures on the principles of the McKenzie Method, examination and treatment of the shoulder and cyriax principles. Paul is a reviewer for APTA Physical Therapy Journal and has published in the New England Senior Tennis Foundation magazine.
Personal Interests: Paul enjoys watching a sunrise by the ocean with a strong cup of coffee, hiking in the fall, running on a cool morning with his whippet Abby, horseback trail riding with his wife Liz, golfing with a few Mulligans, cheering for the Patriots, but most of all, relaxing with his new daughter Charlotte. | | | | |
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 Dr Lisa DeCoste MSPT, DPT, OCS
ldecoste@performanceptri.com
VP Administration and Promotions, Clinic Director: Joined team in 2001
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree, 2000; Master of Science Degree, Physical Therapy, Springfield College, MA, 2001; Doctor of Physical Therapy, The Sage Colleges, NY, 2007.
Certification: Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics (OCS).
Areas of Expertise: Women’s health, spinal rehabilitation, manual therapy, TMJ, Homecare, NutraMetrix Consultant
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Lisa is an APTA member and past secretary of the RI chapter. She is a clinical instructor for students. Lisa traveled as the team physical therapist to Croatia in 2004 with the USA, Women's Sailing team. Lisa has published in the New England Senior Tennis Foundation magazine. She was the Chair for the Performance Physical Therapy Relay for Life in 2008 at which over $12,000 was raised. In April 2009 Lisa received the Humanics Award for leadership from Springfield College.
Personal Interests: Lisa loves to spend her free time on her boat, travelling all over the Narragansett Bay.
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 Dr Brian Hay MSPT, DPT, OCS
bhay@performanceptri.com
VP Programs and Clinic Director (School St Clinic): Joined the team in 2004
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree, 2003; Master of Science Degree, University of New England, ME, 2004. Doctor of Physical Therapy, MGH-IHP, Boston, MA, 2009.
Certification: Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics (OCS)
Clinical Expertise: Aquatics, Manual Therapy, Shoulder and Spinal Rehabilitation, Sports Rehabilitation, TMJ, High School Athletics and Speed School.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Brian is an APTA member, is a clinical instructor for physical therapy students, a mentor for Brown student residents as well as high school and college students. A local graduate from East Providence High School, Brian has been instrumental in developing the programs Performance provides for high school athletes and the Performance Speed School. In February Brian travelled to Honduras for a week to volunteer with Shoulder to Shoulder. He continues to be very active in fundraising efforts with this organization.
Personal Interests: Brian enjoys a run in the morning, a good cookout, and opening day at Fenway. Brian was recently married to Theresa, and together they are happy new parents to their dog Maggie! Brian has now run two marathons and in May ran his first 50K trail run!.
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 Kara Sousa, MSPT
ksousa@performanceptri.com
Clinic Director (North Providence Clinic): Joined Performance in 2005.
Education: Bachelor of Science, Stonehill College MA, 1995; Master of Science Degree: Physical Therapy, University of Rhode Island, 2002.
Clinical Expertise: Sports Medicine in adolescent and adult populations, Aquatic therapy.
Professional Involvement and Accomplishments: Kara is a clinical instructor. She was a ballet dancer for 10 years during which she performed with the State Ballet of Rhode Island, and these skills can still be noted on the dance floor. Kara also played 4 years of collegiate volleyball.
Personal Interests: Kara enjoys being a mom to her two sons, relaxing at home with her husband, swimming and sunning at Sand Hill Cove, playing in a volleyball league and running 5Ks.
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Andrea Mitchell, MSPT, LMT
amitchell@performanceptri.com
Clinic Director (Seekonk St): Joined the team in 2004
Education: Bachelor of Arts, 1994; Master of Science Physical Therapy Degree, University of Rhode Island, 2001.
Certification: Massage Therapy from the Bancroft School of Massage Therapy, 2003.
Clinical Expertise: Spine Rehabilitation, TMJ, Torticollis, massage therapy.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Andrea is an APTA member and a clinical instructor for students. Since 2005, she has volunteered her time to travel as a supervising PT for URI PT students to Centro Maya Guatemala to provide treatment for children with disabilities. Andrea was the recipient of the University of Rhode Island Alumni Excellence Award, 2008.
Personal Interests: Andrea enjoys hiking, swimming in the ocean, spending time with her dog Chloe and indulging in chocolate! | | | | |
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 Kerry Giroux, MSPT, CSCS
kgiroux@performanceptri.com
Clinic Director (Cottage Street): Joined Performance Physical Therapy 2005
Education: Bachelor of Science in Physical Education with Concentration in Physical Fitness, 2001; Master of Science in Physical Therapy, University of Rhode Island, 2001
Certification: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Areas of expertise: Post operative/surgical patients, shoulder and knee diagnosis.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: In 2006, Kerry was a New England Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee. She is a clinical instructor and member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association.
Personal Interests: When Kerry isn’t shooting hoops she enjoys watching college basketball and the Patriots. She also enjoys spending time with family and friends and her two sons. | | | |
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 Dr Andrew Horton, DPT, CSCS
ahorton@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapist: Joined Performance in July, 2010.
Education: Bachelor of Science Exercise Physiology, minor in Nutrition University of Massachusetts Lowell, 2007; Doctorate in Physical Therapy University of Rhode Island, May 2010.
Certification: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. Areas of Expertise: Orthopedics, wellness and injury prevention.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: As a recent graduate Andrew comes to Performance with a wealth of knowledge in the most current Physical Therapy treatment options. Andrew is an APTA and NSCA member. In December of 2009 Andrew travelled to Centro Maya Guatamala to volunteer and provide physical therapy care to children with disabilities. He recently returned from another week of volunteering in Decemebr 2010.
Personal Interests: Andrew enjoys travelling, eating, strength training, wake surfing, coaching and playing soccer. He is an avid sports fan and always roors for New England sports teams except when it comes to football he is a die hard Miami Dolphins fan! | | | | |
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 Lance R Howard PTA, CPT
lhoward@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapy Assistant: Joined Performance Physical Therapy 1999
Education: Applied Associates in Science Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant, CCRI, RI, graduated with Honors in 1998.
Certification: NSCA Certified Personal Trainer
Areas of Expertise: Manual therapy, spine rehabilitation, joint mobilization, personal training, aquatics, homecare.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Lance is a clinical instructor for students. He received the CCRI Clinical Excellence Award for outstanding clinical performance. Lance is a Riverside Little League Coach. In May 2009 Lance recieved "Recognition for Advanced Proficiency as a PTA" from the National American Physical Therapy Association.
Personal Interests: Lance loves to take his kids out on new adventures and going up north with his beautiful wife Jennifer is a favourite getaway as they enjoy skiing and fishing. Lance admits to his love for fantasy football, the NY Giants and his new passion for golf.
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 Jeff Benoit, MSPT, OCS
jbenoit@performanceptri.com Physical Therapist: Joined the team in 2003
Education: Bachelor of Science, 2000; Master of Science in Physical Therapy, Springfield College, MA, 2001.
Certification: Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist, 2010.
Clinical Expertise: Orthopedics, post surgical and the spine.
Professional Involvement and Accomplishments: Jeff is an APTA member and is our very own iron man. He competed in the Lake Placid Iron Man in 2006, 2008, 2009 and 2010.
Personal Interests: Jeff has been an active runner for over 20 years and a triathlete for 16 years (USA Triathlon member). When Jeff finally rests from his training he cheers for the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox. |
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 Ellynn Koelsch, MSPT
ekoelsch@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapist: Joined the team in January 2009
Education: Bachelor of Science, 2003; Master of Physical Therapy, The Ohio State University, 2005.
Clinical Expertise: Balance training, stroke rehabilitation, post-operative orthopedics, hand, splinting and pediatrics.
Professional Involvement and Accomplishments: Ellynn is actively involved with the non-profit 'Run for Freedom' organizing this years 5K fundraiser. Ellynn is currently working and studying towards becoming a Certified Hand Specialist. She was the 2010 Performance Employee of the Year.
Personal Interests: Ellynn enjoys spending time with her husband, playing tennis and ultimate frisbee, travelling and being outdoors. | | | | |
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 Yvonne Swanson, MSPT, OCS
yswanson@performanceptri.com Physical Therapist: Joined the team in January of 2004
Education: Bachelor of Science, 1994; Master of Science Physical Therapy Degree, University of Rhode Island, 1999.
Certifications: Orthopedic Clinical Specialist Certification (2009), APTA Certified Clinical Instructor, Arthritis Foundation Certified PACE (People with Arthritis Can Exercise) Instructor
Clinical Expertise: General Orthopedics and rehabilitation of the spine and sports injuries, foot and ankle biomechanics with orthotic recommendations and wellness.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Yvonne is an APTA member and certified instructor for physical therapy students. In addition she has been an advisor/educator to athletes and coaches.
Personal Interests: Drive past Yvonne’s home and you may discover her working in the garden while her 3 boys play. She enjoys hiking and camping with her husband and boys and loves running in her neighborhood. | | | | |
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 Megan Catlow, MSPT
mcatlow@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapist: Joined the team in June 2011
Education: Masters of Science in Physical Therapy, Northeastern University, 1996.
Areas of Expertise: Orthopedics, sports injuries and pediatrics.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Megan is a clinical instructor for physical therapy students and is actively involved with consussion rehab for local athletes.
Personal Interests: Megan enjoys a good work out, relaxing on the beach with her soon to be husband and spending time with family and friends. | | | | |
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 Dr Dave Pavao, DPT, CSCS
dpavao@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapist: Joined the team in May 2009
Education: Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science, 2006; Doctorate in Physical Therapy, University of RI, May 2009. Dave is currently a resident with Evidence and Motion, in preparation for his Orthopedic Board Certification examination.
Certification: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Areas of Expertise: Manual therapy, orthopedics and sports injuries.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Dave is an APTA member, an AAOMPT member and a NSCA member. He received the "Academic Excellence Award" from URI upon graduating in May 2009. Dave is a clinical instructor for URI physical therapy students both at the university and within the clinic.
Personal Interests: Dave enjoys sports (especially soccer and tennis) and he is known for being a news junky. He is excited to be preparing for a wedding to his fiance, Michelle. | | | | |
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 Dr Kara Chace, DPT, LATC
kchace@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapist: Joined the team in May 2009
Education: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, URI, 2003; Doctorate in Physical Therapy, University of Rhode Island, 2009.
Certification: National Athletic Trainers Board of Certification. Board Certified in Hippotherapy, 2009.
Areas of Expertise: Orthopedics, sport injuries, athletics.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Kara received the Faculty Recognition Award at her graduation in May 2009.
Personal Interests: Kara enjoys exploring the new restaurants in the East Bay area, hiking and spinning. She continues to play soccer, basketball and volleyball. Kara enjoys going to the beach and spending time with family and friends. | | | |
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 Dr Jennifer Reynolds, PT, DPT
jreynolds@performanceptri.com Physical Therapist: Joined the team in July 2011
Education: Bachelor of Arts, Fordham University, 1998; Doctor of Physical Therapy, University of Illinois, Chicago, 2006.
Areas of Expertise: Womens health, orthopedics, pelvic floor rehabilitation.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement:
Jennifer has trained with the APTA womens health section in womens health and comes from Chicago where she worked and trained with the North western Memorial physician group OB/GYN.
Personal Interests: Jennifer is a recent transplant to RI and welcomes any advice on exploring the area with her husband and two sons. | | | | |
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 Bob Doherty, PTA, BS, LATC
bdoherty@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapist Assistant & Athletic Trainer: Joined the team in 1999
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree: Health Education/Athletic Training , Plymouth University, NH, 1991; Associate of Applied Science Degree: Physical Therapy Assistant Program, Newbury College, Brookline, Ma, 1997.
Certification: National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, 1992
Areas of Expertise: Manual therapy of the spine and pelvis, shoulder and knee rehabilitation, home care and athletic training for high school age athletes.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Bob is an APTA and NATA member. He was awarded Most Valuable Individual as a sports medicine student with the Plymouth State Baseball Team in 1988. In 1994 Bob designed and implemented the multidimensional fitness facility at the Holderness School, Holderness NH. Bob was the 2009 Employee of the Year at Performance Physical Therapy.
Personal Interests: Bob enjoys golf, skiing and fishing. In addition, he provides much entertainment to his patients and colleagues with his taste in music, his cowboy boots and his sense of humor. In fact, he is now on the search for some pink cowboy boots for his new daughter, Samantha. | | | |
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 Rick Young, BA, PTA, CSCS
ryoung@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapy Assistant: Joined the team in 2001
Education: Bachelor of Science, Rollins College, 1980; Associate of Science Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant, Massasoit Community College, 1999.
Certification: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Areas of Expertise: Post Surgical Rehabilitation; Strain Counter Strain and Therapeutic Exercise.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Rick is a clinical instructor. He was a bronze medalist, in the table tennis Bay State Games in 1996.
Personal Interests: Rick enjoys weight training, table tennis and golf. Like most other New Englanders he is an avid Red Sox fan. He has also mastered the art of home brewing. | | | | |
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 Adam Ware, BS, CSCS
aware@performanceptri.com
Kinesiologist: Joined the team in 2007
Education: Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, University of RI, 2006.
Certification: Functional Movement Screen (FMS) Certified, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Areas of Expertise: Exercise prescription and assessment, personal and sports-specific training. Adam is a key instructor in the Performance Speed School and his wealth of knowledge enables him to challenge any athlete!
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Adam plays an essential role in developing exercise programs and injury prevention screenings for people of all ages and abilities at Performance Physical Therapy. He coordinates and oversees the Shape Up RI teams at Performance.
Personal Interests: Adam enjoys cheering for the Sox and Pats, playing golf, jet skiing, boating, cooking, and traveling to warm climates with white sandy beaches. He is excited to now be planning his wedding! | | | |
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 Kevin Silvia BS, PTA, CSCS, FMS-C
ksilvia@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapist Assistant: Joined the team in 2003
Education: Associates of Science, Architectural Design/Drafting, CCRI, 1993;
Associates of Science, Business Administration, URI, 1998; Bachelor of Science: Human Health and Services; Applied Associates in Science Degree, Physical Therapy Assistant, CCRI, 2000.
Certifications: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, Functional Movement Screen Certified, 2010.
Areas of Expertise: Kevin is known for his charisma, enthusiasm and expertise in sports injury rehabilitation and prevention, pediatrics/adolescence rehabilitation and sports conditioning. Kevin was instrumental in the creation and development of the Performance Speed School.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Kevin is a clinical instructor for students and is a member of the National Strength and Conditioning Association. He achieved his 1st degree black belt in kenpo karate in 2000. He is an instructor for the Functional Golf Links course. In 2010, Kevin lead a physical therapy state wide fundraising drive and raised over $4,000 for the Make-A-Wish Foundation.
Personal Interests: Kevin enjoys strength training, running, martial arts, golf and biking. | | | |
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Jaimie Fellela, BS
jfellela@performanceptri.com
Kinesiologist: Joined the team in May 2008
Education: Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology, University of RI, 2008. Currently enrolled in the Physical Therapy Assistant program at CCRI.
Areas of Expertise: Exercise physiology, exercise perscription and kinesiology
Professional Involvement and Accomplishments: Jaimie is an asset to our team through assistance to physical therapists and coaching to individuals with appropriate form and technique for their exercise programs.
Personal Interests: Looking for the next book to read? Ask Jaimie - she is our avid reader. She also enjoys travelling and attending sporting events. | | | | |
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 Jennifer Gallant, MS, ATC, LAT
mailto:jbeaudry@performanceptri.com
Athletic Trainer (Lincoln School): Joined the team in 2009
Education: Bachelor of Science Degree: Physical Education/Athletic Training, Bridgewater State College, 2007; Master of Science Degree: Applied Kinesiology, Bridgewater State College, Bridgewater, MA 2009.
Certification: National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, 2009; Licensed Athletic Trainer in RI and MA.
Areas of Expertise: Injury prevention and treatment for college & high school age athletes.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Jen is a NATA member. She was awarded “Undergraduate Athletic Training Student of the Year” for the 2006-2007 sports season at Bridgewater State. In 2007, Jen had the honor of being a graduate research assistant to Marcia K. Anderson PhD, ATC, LAT while she completed her Masters degree. During the summer of 2009, she became the athletic trainer for the inaugural season of the New Bedford Bay Sox which is a new team in the New England Collegiate Baseball League.
Personal Interests: Jen enjoys country music, sports (especially hockey), yoga and a nice run in the morning. She loves going to local coffee shops with her husband and spending time with family and friends. | | | | |
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 Amanda Moran, ATC/LMT
amoran@performanceptri.com
Athletic Trainer (East Providence High School): Joined our team in 2011
Education: Bachelor of Science in Athletic Training, Quinnipiac, 2004.
Certification: National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, 2009; Licensed Athletic Trainer in RI. Licensed Massage Therapist, CCRI, 2008.
Clinical Expertise: Injury prevention, treatment of sports injuries and massage therapy.
Professional Accomplishments and Involvement: Amanda is currently developing a concussion screening to be implemented at East Providence High School. In addition Amanda providens athletic training services for the Brown University Mens Rugby team. Amanda has now successfully completed three MS 150 mile bike rides.
Personal interests: Need to know which movie to see? Ask Amanda, she enjoys going to the movies and listening to music.
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 Courtney Provencal, BA, PTA
cprovencal@performanceptri.com
Physical Therapy Technician: Joined the team in September 2007
Education: Bachelor of Arts: Psychology, May 2007 from University of New Hampshire. Physical Therapy Assistant Student, CCRI, May 2011.
Areas of Expertise: Exercise instruction, orthopedics and sports injuries.
Professional Involvement and Accomplishments: With her outgoing, enthusiastic personality, Courtney has proven to be a key Speed School instructor. In 2008, she was voted the Performance Physical Therapy Employee of the Year. Personal Interests: Courtney enjoys traveling with her fiance, spending time with her puppy Bailey and attending Celtics and Red Sox Games in Boston. | | | | |
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