Kathleen Berglund, PT, DSc, FAAOMPT, COMT, OCS, ATC

Kathy began studying manual therapy at Michigan State University and became involved with the founders of NAIOMT in 1989. She became an orthopedic clinical specialist in 2000 and a fellow of the American Academy in 2002. She previously served as the director of physical therapy at Southwest Michigan Sports Medicine Clinic.

She has taught at Andrews University since 1989 and became the orthopedic coordinator in 1994. In 2003 she became the director of the post-professional degree program at Andrews University and in 2004 she received the Daniel A. Augsburger Excellence in Teaching Award. She has served NAIOMT as a lab assistant with Erl Pettman from 1991-2007 and as a faculty in training since 2007. She became a NAIOMT faculty member in 2009.

Kathy has had multiple presentations at professional meetings and currently sees patients at a chronic pain clinic.

Terry Pratt, PT, MS, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT

Terry earned his Masters of Science in Physical Therapy (MSPT) from Andrews University in 1997, his manual therapy certification in 2003 and completed a Fellowship in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy in 2013 through North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) where he has been faculty member and examiner for the past 6 years. He has been a clinical manager of the Topsham, Lisbon Falls and Auburn MVPT locations (formerly Greater Brunswick Physical Therapy) since 2007. In 2021, Terry passed the exam to become a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy. Orthopaedic Clinical Specialists are recognized by the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties as individuals whose clinical specialization in orthopaedic physical therapy demonstrates knowledge, skill and experience exceeding that of an entry level physical therapist.

Terry has instructed over 100 courses nationally and internationally, has presented at multiple APTA chapter conferences, and has even written a home study course for the APTA orthopaedic section addressing rehabilitation of the lumbar spine after a motor vehicle accident. Terry has been adjunct faculty for The University of Maine System, Southern New Hampshire University and Medbridge Education. He has taught courses in Clinically Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology, Anatomy and Physiology and Bridging the Gap: Between Evidence Based Research and the Reality of the Clinic and A Collaborative Approach to Assessing and Treating the Injured Lumbar Spine. He developed teaching manuals for the McConnell Institute faculty, produced technique videos for NAIOMT, formatted and reviewed the textbook ‘Manipulative Thrust Techniques of the Spine’ by Erl Pettman, and the Manual for Distance Mentoring for NAIOMT’s clinical fellowship instructors and fellows in training. He has a keen interest in biomechanics, functional application of manual therapy, prolotherapy and utilizing technology in the clinic to educate and collaborate with patients.

Terry’s passion is treating patients and helping them obtain their optimal rehab potential. He is also enthusiastic in mentoring and collaborating with clinicians on implementing current research/evidence with the realities of a busy clinical practice and teaching patient’s simple and functional self-management strategies to aid their rehabilitation.

Terry is an active member of the local community volunteering with the Boy Scouts, coaching a local football league, and assisting with any activity in which his children are involved, from swimming to musical productions.

Bill Temes, MSPT, COMT, OCS, FAAOMPT

Bill places a high value on maintaining a healthy lifestyle and enjoys bike riding, hiking, and skiing. Ask Bill about his two daughters, Amy and Lindsay, of whom he is very proud. Amy is also a Physical Therapist and is Director of PT at the OMG Barger Clinic, while Lindsay is a Captain in the U.S. Air Force. Bill is married to his favorite girl, Kathy, an Occupational Therapist for

Laura von Wullerstorff, PT, MS, OCS, COMT, FAAOMPT

Laura received her Masters of Physical Therapy degree from Eastern Washington University in Spokane, Washington in 2000. She was then recognized as a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). Laura is certified as Certified Orthopedic Musculoskeletal Therapist (COMT) by North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) in December 2005. She was accepted as a Clinical Fellowship Instructor (CFI) for NAIOMT in 2006 and received her FAAOMPT in December 2007.

Laura opened LvW physiotherapy in Brussels, Belgium, in 2009 and she returns back to the United States to instruct courses and mentor fellows-in-training. She specializes with manual therapy for pediatric and adult sport and spine injuries, and antenatal and pelvic floor rehabilitation. Laura owns and operates her own physiotherapy consulting business which allows her to teach manual theory courses globally as an instructor and examiner. Laura supports her patients to strive for a balanced approach to both health and body, whilst encouraging the therapists she teaches to continually seek certifications and education to help patients reach these goals. She is a POSE method running instructor and fitness coach. When not in the clinic she either running herself or enjoying spending time with her family outdoors.

Jan Dommerholt, PT, DPT, MPS, DAAPM

He has authored many chapters and articles on myofascial pain, fibromyalgia, complex regional pain syndrome, and performing arts physical therapy, and prepares a quarterly literature review column on myofascial pain for the Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain. Read “Treating the Trigger” (PDF), a 2008 interview with Dr. Dommerholt published in Advance magazine. Dr. Dommerholt is the president of Bethesda Physiocare® and editor of several books on myofascial trigger points.

Robert Gerwin, MD, FAAN

He is the author of over 30 peer reviewed articles, reviews, book chapters and consensus statements. He reviews articles for over a dozen medical journals. He is on the editorial board of the Journal of Musculoskeletal Pain. He is co-editor of the books Tension-Type and Cervicogenic Headache: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Management and Clinical Mastery in the Treatment of Myofascial Pain (see Books. He has been teaching courses and seminars worldwide in the field of neuromuscular and myofascial pain for many years. He founded the Focus on Pain series of neuromuscular and myofascial pain conferences in 1990. His interests lie in the area of Myofascial Pain and Fibromyalgia, and in the related issues of chronic headache, low back pain, and pelvic region pain, in addition to practicing neurological medicine. He is particularly concerned with the problem of persistent or chronic pain, and why some persons do not recover as expected. Dr. Gerwin is the Medical Director of Pain and Rehabilitation Medicine in Bethesda, MD and is an associate professor in the Department of Neurology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.

Jim Meadows, BScPT, MCPA, FCAMT

In July of 2010, Jim Meadows and Physical Therapy First began sponsoring an Advanced Manual Therapy Certification Program in Baltimore. This year-long series of courses is offered at our Roland Park office to physical therapists and physicians.

In July of 2010, Jim Meadows and Physical Therapy First began sponsoring an Advanced Manual Therapy Certification Program in Baltimore. This year-long series of courses is offered at our Roland Park office to physical therapists and physicians.

Jim Meadows is the past Chair of the Orthopedic Subspecialty Council and a past member of the Executive Committee for the Physical Therapy Specialty Council. He is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manual Therapy and Vice President of Curriculum for the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT).

Jim Meadows has lectured extensively in Canada and the USA to National and International Conferences and Symposia including the Canadian Physiotherapy Association, the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy (CAMT), the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy, the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manipulative Therapy (NAIOMT) and the International Federation of Manipulative Therapy. He has also presented to numerous provincial and state organizations, hospitals and medical groups on various aspects of orthopedic manual therapy. He has contributed chapters in various texts on manual therapy and articles to a number of journals. “Differential Diagnosis for the Orthopedic Therapist” is one of Jim Meadows most popular publications among clinicians and it is available online through Amazon.com.

Vicki L. Luebbe, PT, MSPT, COMT, STC, FAAOMPT

Joshua K. Renzi, PT, MPT, COMT, FAAOMPT

Josh has been in practice in Baltimore since 1998 after earning his Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland, School of Medicine. He is a Certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT).

Josh serves as a consultant for local industry in the area of ergonomic modification and injury-prevention, and provides expert advice for local running groups and tri-athletes. He serves as a faculty member for the PTF Orthopaedic Residency Program, PTF Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship, and he has guest lectured at University of Delaware, Department of Physical Therapy.

Josh enjoys working with geriatric patients and athletes of all ages, especially those who share his interest in swimming, biking, running, golfing, weight lifting, and martial arts training. He is a competitive middle and long distance runner and tri-athlete.

David Shulman, PT

David’s personal interest in weight training and his belief that a regular exercise program is essential for optimum health maintenance led him to work with patients who have sports or other traumatic injuries and require rehabilitation. He is a consultant to fitness trainers, providing them with the medical expertise necessary to develop individualized exercise programs for recovering injured and post-surgery patients.

David is an instructor at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Dentistry for the third year and post graduate students. He has lectured around the country at major hospitals, dental groups, and speech pathology graduate students at Loyola College in Maryland and WBAL radio. He speaks on such topics as headache, TMJ, soft tissue pain and injury, and oral cancer.

His personal experiences as a professional woodwind musician from New York have provided him with the knowledge, understanding and motivation required to help heal musicians from the many physical difficulties of repetitive play. As athletes, musicians can develop chronic overuse injuries as a direct result of long and arduous play schedules. Multiple studies report that approximately 70% of all professional musicians will incur an overuse injury and be forced to stop playing for a period of time. Some musicians may never recover. Overuse injuries range from lips to lower back and all parts in between. David and the team at Shulman & Associates have accurately diagnosed and treated ailing musicians from disciplines from all over the world.

David is a frequent lecturer on the subject of musician injuries and he takes great pleasure in sharing his understanding of the biomechanics of the Musician Athlete. By utilizing a variety of treatment modalities as well as assessing body mechanics and body posture, he is able to promote and resolve the presented injuries. Since 2010 David has been a Summer Academy Enrichment Instructor for the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Academy. He is also a member of the Peabody Music and Medicine Task Force.

His lifelong interest in body mechanics, his keen mind, and a deep compassion for others are the foundations of David’s practice today. In this age of managed health care, he has chosen to keep his office as patient-friendly as possible, and is committed to providing his patients with the finest hands-on physical therapy available.

J.C. Metivier, PT, DPT, COMT, FAAOMPT

Dr. J.C. earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Medicine.  He holds a certification as an Orthopedic Manual Therapist (COMT) and, having completed rigorous fellowship training, is recognized as a Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT).

Driven by a profound commitment to exceptional patient care, Dr. J.C. specializes in tackling complex cases, with a particular interest in the treatment of Post-Concussion Syndrome and Vestibular dysfunction.

Residing in Baltimore, Dr. J.C. maintains a balanced life by embracing a range of outdoor pursuits, including cycling, hiking, golf, ice hockey, lacrosse, spelunking, and skydiving.  His compassionate and calm demeanor makes him especially adept at serving both young athletes and geriatric patient alike.