Maureen Ambrose, PT, DPT, OCS, COMT

Physical Therapist / Residency Director

Dr. Ambrose completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. She is a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS) and Dr. Ambrose has an interest in treating orthopedic conditions and sports injuries of athletes of all ages.

Dr. Ambrose completed her undergraduate studies at University of Maryland, College Park where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Neurobiology and Physiology. While at Maryland, she played and captained the Women’s Club Lacrosse team.

Dr. Ambrose finished the dry needling certification program through the Janet Travell, MD Seminar Series. This rigorous training in dry needling was instructed by internationally renowned physical therapist Jan Dommerholt and others, and concluded with a certification as a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT) through Myopain Seminars. Dr. Ambrose is also certified as an orthopedic manual physical therapist (COMT) through the prestigious Ola Grimsby Institute and she is a certified orthopedic manipulative physical therapist (OMPT) through a program instructed by internationally renowned manual physical therapist Jim Meadows.

Dr. Ambrose enjoys leading an active lifestyle, cooking, and traveling.

John A. Baur, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS, FAAOMPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Baur earned his Doctorate and Master’s degrees in Physical Therapy from the University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Medicine, with a focus on neuromuscular injury of the spine and orthopedic sports injury. In addition, he completed his Bachelors of Science degree in Kinesiology, with honors, from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Dr. Baur is a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). He completed an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) accredited fellowship training program in orthopaedic manual physical therapy and Dr. Baur is a fellow (FAAOMPT) of the prestigious AAOMPT.

Roy Bechtel, PT, PhD

Physical Therapist

Dr. Bechtel has taught orthopedic Physical Therapy at the University of Maryland School of Medicine for over 30 years. He retired in 2011 as Course Director for the orthopedic Physical Therapy curriculum and is now an adjunct Assistant Professor, part time.

Dr. Bechtel has worked at New York University Medical Center, Rancho Los Amigos Medical Center, and most recently the University of Maryland Medical Center, from which he retired in 2015 as a Clinical Specialist in Orthopedics.

Nick Bertsch, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Nicholas Bertsch completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Arcadia University in Glenside, Pennsylvania. While attending Arcadia, Dr. Bertsch served as a teaching assistant for first year doctorate students and conducted research on neuromuscular changes in elderly individuals with hip fractures. Dr. Bertsch also spent a week abroad in Jamaica providing pro bono therapy services to impoverished patients.

Kayla Coad, PT, DPT

Physical Therapy

Dr. Coad completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore and received her Bachelor of Arts degree from Rosemont College. While at Rosemont, she was captain of her tennis team for 2 years. She is completing an advanced clinical residency training program at Physical Therapy First.

Dr. Coad enjoys hiking, playing tennis, and traveling with friends in her free time.

Sarah Feierstein, PT, DPT, OCS, CMPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Feierstein holds a Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree from Widener University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Maryland, College Park. After going through rehab of a soccer injury in high school, Sarah knew that she always wanted to pursue a degree in physical therapy.

Dr. Feierstein is a residency trained orthopedic physical therapist and a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). Dr. Feierstein also completed the Janet Travell, MD Seminar Series dry needling training program. This rigorous training in dry needling was instructed by internationally renowned physical therapist Jan Dommerholt and others, and concluded with a certification as a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT) through Myopain Seminars.

Dr. Feierstein also completed a demanding certification program through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) to become a Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT).

Dr. Feierstein enjoys working with a variety of orthopedic patients of all age ranges. She believes that patient education, treating the patient as whole, and initiating and maintaining a healthy patient/therapist relationship is key to good quality of care. While not working, Sarah enjoys cooking, traveling, hiking, running, and playing with her new puppy. Sarah lives with her husband Aaron and dog Melo in Hampden.

Joanne Forman, PTA, LMT

Physical Therapy Assistant / Licensed Massage Therapist

Joanne received her Associate of Applied Science degree in the Physical Therapy Assistant program from Baltimore City Community College, Baltimore, Maryland. She has 30 years of experience working in outpatient physical therapy.

Joanne is also nationally certified in Therapeutic Massage & Body Work from the Holistic Massage Training Institute and has been a licensed massage therapist for many years. She specializes in sports, Swedish, deep tissue massages, trigger point release, and myofascial release techniques. Joanne also incorporates hot stones and cupping in her practice..

Samantha Gubka, PT, DPT, OCS, SCS, FAAOMPT

Physical Therapist / Fellowship Administrator

Dr. Gubka received her doctor of physical therapy degree from the University of Minnesota. She completed an Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency and became a board-certified specialist in both Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS) and Sports Physical Therapy (SCS). Samantha completed an Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy Fellowship in Sports Rehabilitation. She currently clinical faculty for MVP’s Orthopaedic Residency, clinical faculty for MVP’s Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Fellowship in Sports Rehabilitation, and adjunct faculty at University of Puget Sound. Samantha also serves on numerous committees through APTA that includes: ABPTRFE’s Credentialing Committee, ABPTRFE’s Program Services Committee and ABPTS’s Specialization Academy of Content Experts – Orthopaedic.

Joseph Holmes, PT, DPT, CDN, FNCP

Physical Therapist

Dr. Holmes holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Ohio University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from Miami University. Joseph decided on a career in physical therapy after seeing the positive results and long-lasting effects physical therapy can have on a person’s life.

Dr. Holmes is experienced in orthopedic and sports physical therapy, as well as taking a diverse approach to overall prevention, healing, and wellness with all patient populations. Dr. Holmes is certified in Dry Needling through IAMT and completed the certification program in Functional Nutrition for Chronic Pain. Dr. Holmes is an expert in performing 3D functional movement assessments through the use of the DorsaVi system as well as functional movement testing with the FMS.

Outside of work, Dr. Holmes enjoys reading, gardening, and cooking with his wife and son. Dr. Holmes is an active resident of the Hampden-Wyman Park neighborhood and takes passion in creating a living environment that allows everyone to be healthy.

Gabrielle Herman, PT, DPT, CMPT

Physical Therapist/Clinic Director

Dr. Herman earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. She also completed her Bachelor’s degree in Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise from the Virginia Polytechnic and State Institute (Virginia Tech) where she continued to played soccer competitively at the club level. Gabby also has many years of experience as an indoor cycling and group fitness instructor.

Dr. Herman also completed a demanding certification program through the North American Institute of Orthopedic Manual Therapy (NAIOMT) to become a Certified Manual Physical Therapist (CMPT) and is currently in pursuit of a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) certification through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS).

Dr. Herman has experience treating a wide variety of orthopedic patients with special interest in an active and athletic population. Gabby is the clinic director at the Timonium office and believes in creating long lasting patient/therapist relationships to achieve great outcomes and provide an excellent rehab experience.
Gabby is a Baltimore native and enjoys hiking, running, working out, spending time with friends and family, and checking out new restaurants in the Canton/Fells Point area where she lives with her fiancé Russell. She continues to be a dedicated Virginia Tech Hokie fan and returns for football and basketball games every year.

Ray Moore, III, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT

Physical Therapist / Clinic Director – Roland Park

Dr. Moore completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore (UMES), Department of Physical Therapy. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology at University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP). He continues to participate in research involving light therapy and low back with UMES.

Dr. Moore is residency trained in orthopaedic physical therapy and he is a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). Dr. Moore also completed the Janet Travell, MD Seminar Series dry needling training program. This rigorous training in dry needling was instructed by internationally renowned physical therapist Jan Dommerholt and others, and concluded with a certification as a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT) through Myopain Seminars.

Dr. Moore completed an American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (AAOMPT) accredited fellowship training program in orthopaedic manual physical therapy and he is a fellow (FAAOMPT) of the prestigious AAOMPT.

Dr. Moore is also a residency mentor for PTF Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Residency program and he is a member American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Orthopaedic section. He lives in Federal Hill and enjoys participating in trivia and recreational sports leagues.

Sean Phillips, PT, DPT, OCS

Physical Therapist

Dr. Phillips completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Maryland, Eastern Shore (UMES) and his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Dr. Phillips completed the Janet Travell, MD Seminar Series dry needling training program. This rigorous training in dry needling was instructed by internationally renowned physical therapist Jan Dommerholt and others, and concluded with a certification as a Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist (CMTPT) through Myopain Seminars.

Dr. Phillips is a residency trained orthopedic physical therapist and a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). Dr Phillips is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). He lives in Canton and enjoys participating in recreational sports leagues.

Logan Swisher, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Swisher completed her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Touro College School of Health Sciences in Long Island in 2019. Logan received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Health Sciences from Gettysburg College, where she competed as a Division III varsity swimmer for four years.

In her doctoral training Dr Swisher completed clinical rotations in both inpatient and outpatient settings, but particularly enjoys the orthopedic diagnoses found in the outpatient setting. Dr. Swisher is an active member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) and she is completing an advanced clinical residency training program at Physical Therapy First.

In her free time, Logan enjoys playing with her two Chesapeake Bay Retrievers, Tripp and Murphy, boating, fishing and spending time with family and friends.

Tyler Tice, PT, DPT, MS, ATC

Physical Therapist

Dr. Tice earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of Delaware. He has also received a Master’s degree in Anatomy and Clinical Health Sciences, as well as a Bachelor’s degree in Athletic Training from the University of Delaware. Dr. Tice is completing the Orthopedic Residency Program at Physical Therapy First in addition to working as a full time Physical Therapist.

During his time at the University of Delaware, Dr. Tice has worked with various athletes across multiple sports from the youth to professional level. He also has experience working in physical therapy inpatient and outpatient settings. In addition, Dr. Tice participated in research at UD’s Tendon Research lab assisting with improving rehabilitation for Achilles Tendon injuries.

In his free time, Tyler likes to stay active by working out, participating in recreational sports, and spending time with his friends and family.

Scott Vocke, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Vocke completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at the University of Maryland, Baltimore, School of Medicine and his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland, College Park.

Dr. Vocke spent the first 6 years of his career working Johns Hopkins University Hospital. During his time at the burn center he has been involved in multiple research projects, facilitated the Johns Hopkins New Life Burn Society, and completed the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) Credentialed Clinical Instructor program. Dr. Vocke has taught continuing education courses related to burn rehabilitation and he has been a Capstone Adviser for the Rehab Essentials Distant Learning Transitional Masters to Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program.

Dr. Vocke’s has an interest in manual therapy techniques and orthopedic physical therapy. He is currently preparing to become a board-certified Orthopedic Specialist (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties (ABPTS). He enjoys being outdoors hiking and fishing and staying active by running, biking, and swimming. Dr. Vocke currently lives in Catonsville with his wife and their dog Izzy.

Justin Yerkes, PT, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Yerkes completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Marymount University in Arlington, VA. While at MU, Dr. Yerkes was a Biology lab instructor for undergraduate students. He also had the opportunity to travel to Costa Rica and deliver care to the local population and assist with the opening of an orthopedic physical therapy clinic.

Dr. Yerkes completed his undergraduate studies at McDaniel College, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and Physical Education. He also played four years on the McDaniel football team. After graduation, he served as a physical education and weight lifting teacher at a high school outside of Baltimore, Maryland. Currently, he is an active member of the APTA orthopedic section and is enrolled in an orthopaedic residency program working toward his specialist certification in orthopedics (OCS).

Dr. Yerkes continues to stay active by weightlifting, spending time outdoors, and supporting the hometown Ravens and Orioles teams. In his free time he enjoys being on the water, fishing and cooking.