Melissa Brandes - PTA
Melissa joins the Topeka clinic as a Physical Therapy Assistant. She will provide patient services in a wide variety of areas and assist Physical Therapists. Melissa has specific expertise in sports medicine and aquatic therapy.
Education
- 2011, Washburn University, Associate of Science, PTA
- 1999, Lincoln Christian Seminary, MA in New Testament
Melissa loves to cook and is currently writing a cookbook on what to do with garden abundance. We can't wait to try her recipes! She also enjoys photography, traveling, jungles and learning from others in Third World countries.
Tiffany Broeckelman - MSPT, Cert. MDT-Overland Park Clinic Director
tbroeckelman@arcpt.com
Tiffany is a Physical Therapist and the Overland Park Clinic Director. She has 12+ years of experience as a spine care specialist and has been certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine for the last six years. In addition, Tiffany is the Certified Clinical Instructor for student internships, a Certified Post Offer Employment Specialist and helps with staff education and training.
Education:
- 1997, Missouri State University, Bachelor of Science in Biology with a double minor in Chemistry and Psychology - 1999, University of Kansas Medical Center, Masters of Science Degree in Physical Therapy
- 2005, The McKenzie Institute, USA. Certified McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy.
An avid adventure seeker and traveler, Tiffany is a certified scuba diver and enjoys rappelling, white water rafting and jungle trekking and anything “beachy” with her family and friends. When not figuring out where to vacation next, she loves entertaining friends, cooking, supporting vineyard owners around the world and shopping.
Location: Overland Park
Isaac Cowart, DPT, Springfield, MO Clinic Director
 Isaac is the Springfield Clinic Director and has a doctorate of Physical Therapy. He has served as a Director of a large physical therapy and occupational medicine clinic in Springfield and has expertise in rehabilitating work-related injuries as well as post-surgical rehabilitation. He is trained in XRTS Sincerity of Effort Testing. He has worked a great deal with aging workforce patients as well. Born and raised in Springfield, Isaac Is working towards certification in spinal manual therapy through the Neuro Orthopaedic Institute.
Education:
- 2006, Truman State University, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
- 2009, Rockhurst University, Doctorate in Physical Therapy
In his spare time, Isaac enjoys mountain biking, camping, hiking and spending time with his wife and family.
Location: Springfield, MO
Sarah Edwards – DPT, CertMDT
Sarah is a Physical Therapist working with a variety of clients, including workers’ compensation clients, athletes and private insurance clients. She recently became certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine and is a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist.
Education:
- 2006, Truman State University, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
- 2009, University of Kansas Medical Center, Doctor of Physical Therapy.
Sarah loves playing and watching soccer (Sporting KC fan!), reading and spending time outdoors.
Location: North Kansas City, MO
Joel English, PTA
 Joel is a Physical Therapist Assistant. He will assist with patient care, work conditioning and post offer employment testing.
Education:
- 1998, Baker University, Bachelor of Science in Physical Education
- 2011, Penn Valley Metropolitan Community College, Physical Therapy Assistant
Joel enjoys soccer, especially FC Barcelona and KC’s own Sporting KC. He loves to travel and stays fit by boxing and martial arts.
Location: North Kansas City
Beth Ferris – PT, CertMDT
Beth is a Physical Therapist and is the Center Coordinator for Clinical Education at ARC. She is also an APTA certified Clinical Instructor for student internships and is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine. Beth has over 11 years experience in workers’ compensation, pediatric, orthopedic, neurological, post-operative and hospital environments.
Education:
- 1998, Marquette University, Bachelor of Science in Mathematics
- 2000, Masters Degree in Physical Therapy
Beth likes staying active with all outdoor activities with family and friends, but also enjoys staying indoors to indulge in the guilty pleasure of watching reality television on the E! Channel. Be advised if you see her picture here she will most likely not have the same hairstyle next time you see her.
Location: Liberty
Scott Fieser - MPT
Scott joins ARC as the Wichita Clinic Director with over seven years experience evaluating and treating patients. He has provided outpatient physical therapy services with an emphasis on orthopedic conditions.
Education:
2002, University of Kansas, Master of Science, Education in Sport Science
2004, Wichita State University, Masters of Physical Therapy
Scott loves the outdoors and enjoys football, baseball, softball and golf along with hunting and fishing. He's spent time on his family farm and even does woodworking.
Corey Fore - PT, CSCS, CertMDT - NKC Clinic Director
Corey is the Clinic Director and a Physical Therapist with expertise in sports medicine, general orthopedics and workers’ compensation cases. He is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine, a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist and also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist.
Education:
- 1997, Kansas State University, Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology
- 2000, Wichita State University, Master of Physical Therapy
Corey likes home improvement projects, yard work, spending time at the lake and wrestling, but only with his kids.
Location: North Kansas City
Trent Foster – PT
As a Physical Therapist, Trent is responsible for the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Trent has 10 years experience in therapy and rehabilitation, is a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist and is McKenzie Part A, B, C and D trained. He also worked with the Women’s Volleyball team while at Kansas State University.
Education:
- 1996, Kansas State University, Bachelor of Science in Life Science
- 1999, Wichita State University, Master in Physical Therapy
Trent enjoys outdoor activities such as fishing and baseball. He’s a car fanatic and always makes time for family activities.
Location: Overland Park
Nicole Grimm, PTA
Nicole is a Physical Therapist Assistant. She is a Certified Functional Capacity Assessment Specialist, a Certified Post Offer Employment Specialist and is trained in XRTS Sincerity of Effort Testing. Nicole provided billing, human resources and administrative support while completing her PTA degree.
Education:
- 2006, University of Kansas, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science.
- 2010, Metropolitan Community College -- Penn Valley, Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy
Nicole is the stud anchor of the ARC bowling team and enjoys photography, cooking, baking, playing volleyball and spending time with her family.
Location: Corporate Office
Dave Hagar - PTA
Dave joins ARC as a Physical Therapy Assistant and provides a variety of patient treatment services including work conditioning. Previously, Dave worked 14 years as an engineering technician in the research and development department for an international manufacturing company specializing in industrial hose, automotive belts and tensioners.
Education:
2008, MSA Computer Institute, Microsoft Office Certifications
2011, Ozarks Technical Community College, Associate of Applied Science, Physical Therapy Assistant
Dave participates in triathlons and numerous adventure racing teams. He's involved in the Multiple Sclerosis Charity Bike Ride and Special Olympics. In his spare time he goes gravel bar canoeing, camping and bass fishing. Dave was an Army J.R.O.T.C. ranger and member of the Drill Team.
Scott Jones - MS, PT, CSCS, CertMDT, Grandview Clinic Director
Scott is the Grandview Clinic Director and has 11 years of experience as a physical therapist. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and certified in McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine and a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist. In addition to his physical therapy work, Scott develops programs specifically to help athletes gain power, speed and endurance so they can reach their peak potential.
Education:
- 1996, Pittsburgh State University, Bachelor of Science in Biology
- 2000, Wichita State University, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy
Scott loves being on the water where he can boat, fish and scuba dive. He also enjoys spending time in the mountains and the outdoors in general.
Location: Grandview
Ross Kelling, PT
 Ross has a great deal of experience providing outpatient physical therapy, evaluation and a variety of treatment protocols to rehabilitation patients. He was previously a PT Tech for an inpatient hospital group. He has an athletic background and played baseball for the University of Kansas where he was a Big 12 Academic All-American.
Education:
- 2008, University of Kansas, Bachelors of Psychology
- 2011, Rockhurst University, Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Ross has lived in the Kansas City metropolitan area his whole life and attended high school in North Kansas City.
Location: Olathe
Mark Kohls - DPT, ATC, CertMDT, Topeka Clinic Director
Mark is the Topeka Clinic Director and provides Physical Therapy and athletic training at the Topeka clinic. He previously was an athletic trainer at Colorado University for Football and Men’s Tennis. Mark is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine, Functional Capacity Assessment, Post Offer Employment Testing and is trained in XRTS Sincerity of Effort Testing. In addition to his work with Colorado University, Mark has been an athletic trainer for the Topeka Roadrunners, University of Kansas Football and Men’s Basketball teams, and a basketball coach at Topeka West High School and Bill Self Basketball Camps.
Education:
- 2003, University of Kansas, Bachelor in Athletic Training
- 2008, University of Kansas Medical Center, Doctorate of Physical Therapy
In his spare time, Mark likes to play golf and basketball.
Location: Topeka
Carmen Kowalski, DPT, CertMDT
 Carmen is a Physical Therapist with clinical experience in outpatient and inpatient facilities around the Midwest including a local hospital system. She is a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist and certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine. Carmen is from Columbia, Missouri and played tennis throughout high school and college.
Education:
2005, Rockhurst University, Bachelor of Science in Biology
2007, Rockhurst University, Doctorate of Physical Therapy
Carmen enjoys being active and spending time with friends and family.
Location: Independence
Marie Luthi - PTA
Marie is an experienced Physical Therapy Assistant with a background in a variety of settings. Her experience includes outpatient rehab, and she has worked as a traveling PTA in Kentucky and California in skilled nursing facilities as well as with special needs children ages 3 - 21. Marie will assist the physical therapy team and oversee ARC's work conditioning programs in Wichita.
Education
- 2007, Washburn University, Associate of Science, PTA
- 2010, Washburn University, Bachelor of Science in Health Administration
When she's not working, Marie enjoys reading, swimming and scrapbooking.
Frank Messina, MSPT, CertMDT, St. Joseph Clinic Director
Frank is a Physical Therapist with experience in various orthopedic injuries and rehabilitation and specialized skill in spinal rehabilitation, both post injury and post surgery, as well as shoulder and knee rehabilitation. He has a background not only in orthopedics, but in neurological rehabilitation and sports performance. He has trained at Andrews Institute (orthopedics) and Rusk Rehabilitation (TBI rehab). Additionally, he is certified in McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine and is a Certified Post Offer Employment Specialist.
Education:
- 2006, University of Missouri, Bachelor of Health Science
- 2008, University of Missouri, Masters Degree of Physical Therapy
Frank has a strong background in sports that drives him to challenge himself and his patients to push the limits. He enjoys nutrition and helps clients learn more about healthy lifestyles. A bit of a risk taker, Frank will try anything once.
Location: St. Joseph, MO
Lori Miller, PT, CertMDT
Lori is a Physical Therapist and specializes in lumbar and cervical injuries. She is certified in McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine and a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist.
Education:
- 2000, Kansas State University, Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Psychology
- 2003, University of Kansas Medical Center, Masters of Science in Physical Therapy
Lori will try almost anything once, including skydiving. She loves spending time with her family and friends and participating in a variety of sports and activities.
Location: Overland Park
Karin Nicotra, MPT
Karin is a Physical Therapist with an array of experience in outpatient orthopedics. She is a Certified Post Offer Employment Specialist and is McKenzie Part A, B and C trained. She earned her Master of Physical Therapy degree at the top-ten nationally ranked program at Emory University.
Education:
- 1994, University of Missouri, Bachelor of Science in Biology
- 1997, Emory University, Masters Degree in Physical Therapy
Karin enjoys spending time with her husband and two young sons, running and reading.
Location: Independence
Dana Norton, PTA
 Dana is a Physical Therapy Assistant who works in a variety of areas and provides physical therapy, aquatic therapy, work conditioning and post offer employment testing. Prior to joining ARC, Dana worked for a private practice and also as a fitness instructor.
Education:
- 2010, Penn Valley Community College, Associate of Applied Sciences in Physical Therapy
Dana enjoys spending time with her husband. Together they love audio books, RV camping, going to the movies and are active in their local church.
Location: Independence
Scott Peters, MPT, ATC, Olathe Clinic Director
Scott joined the ARC Physical Therapy team after relocating from Chicago where he worked for an elite physical therapy/sports medicine company. He specializes in sports medicine, outpatient orthopedics and rehabilitation. He is a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist and is McKenzie Part A, B, C and D trained. He has experience as an athletic trainer for various high school and college teams including the University of Iowa football team and the Cedar Rapids Rough Riders junior hockey team.
Education:
- 2001, Central College, Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science
- 2003, University of Iowa, Masters Degree of Physical Therapy.
Scott likes to stay active and some of his favorite activities include basketball, running, lifting, biking and traveling overseas.
Location: Olathe
Ben Peterson, MSPT, DPT, CertMDT, Independence Clinic Director
Ben, the Clinic Director, specializes in work and sports-related injuries and regularly provides sports performance training to high school and college athletes. He has held several sports injury and prevention clinics. He is certified in McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine and is a Certified Post Offer Employment Testing Specialist. As a former professional football player for the Cincinnati Bengals, and before that an All-American player and Academic All-American for the Pittsburg State Gorillas, Ben has first-hand perspective of what it takes to train athletes for success.
Education:
- 2001, Pittsburg State University, Bachelor of Science in Biology
- 2004, University of Kansas Medical Center, Masters Degree in Physical Therapy 2007, University of Kansas Medical Center, Doctorate Degree in Physical Therapy
In his spare time, Ben enjoys playing with his three children and working on the family farm.
Location: Independence
Renee Rettele, MSPT, CPI
 Renee provides physical therapy and has over 14 years of experience specializing in physical therapy for spine injuries as well as peripheral joint injuries. She also provides aquatic therapy. Renee is a Certified Pilates Instructor. She is also trained in manual therapy and functional exercise. Before joining ARC she provided services at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, Kreider Rehabilitation Services.
Education:
-1992, University of Kansas, BSE
-1997, University of Kansas Medical Center, MSPT
Renee enjoys exercising, reading and spending time with her family. She’s participated in five marathons! She also loves cheering for her KU Jayhawks and played tennis for KU in college.
Location: Topeka Office
Kristy Robinson - PTA
Kristy is a Work Conditioning Specialist, a Certified Functional Capacity Assessment Specialist and has experience in Post Offer Employment Testing, drug testing and pediatric physical therapy. She is trained in XRTS Sincerity of Effort Testing and McKenzie Part A,B,C and D trained.
Education
- 2000, Missouri Western State University, Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy
A self-proclaimed country girl, Kristy likes to go canoeing, hiking and fishing. She also enjoys watching her daughter play softball and basketball.
Ward Strahan - MSPT, CSCS
Ward has treated a myriad of orthopedic conditions as well as work comp patients in his ten years as a physical therapist. He has special interest in functional and sports rehabilitation. Additionally, he is certified in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment of the Spine.
Education:
- 1998, University of Kansas, Bachelor of Science in Education: Emphasis in Sport Science
- 2001, University of Kansas Medical Center, Masters in Physical Therapy
When not spending time with wife and son, Ward tries to get out and play golf whenever possible.
Location: Kansas City, Kansas
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