Johnstown

Brittany received a doctorate degree in physical therapy in 2015 from Saint Francis University. She is the center manager of the Johnstown center and has been working here since 2015. She has clinical experience with low back pain management, vestibular rehabilitation, sports medicine and aquatic therapy. One of Brittany's goals is for patients to have a positive and engaging experience while promoting safety and wellness. Brittany enjoys hunting, golfing, gardening, making wine, maple syrup and going on adventures with her two children.

Jennifer received her physical therapy assistant license from Mount Aloysius in 1996. She has been working at the Johnstown center since 1996. She has clinical experience and interests in treating cervical and lumbar spine injuries. One of Jennifer's goals is for patients to reduce pain and restore function in a comfortable environment.

Tara has been an employee of our Johnstown office for 18 years, with 20 years of clinical experience as a physical therapist assistant. She received an associate degree in physical therapy at Mount Aloysius College in 2000. Most of her experience has been in the outpatient setting with special interest in sports rehabilitation. Tara underwent additional training to become a certified Pilates instructor and enjoys helping patients with low back pain and core weakness overcome their obstacles by incorporating this practice into their physical therapy program. Tara enjoys spending time with her husband and cheering on her two children at sporting events and extracurricular activities.

Mary Ann has more than 40 years in the medical arena, eight of those spent in physical therapy. She has been working in the Johnstown clinic since 2018 when she moved back from Oregon, after taking care of her grandchildren when they were born. While in Oregon, she worked for three years at Tualatin Hills Recreation Center, checking in patrons for various classes, sports and swimming. She participated and ran events at the recreation center as well. Mary Ann always greets our patients with a smile. She helps fill out their forms and assists patients in and out of the center. Additionally, she assists staff members in the clinic. Her personal interests include visiting grandchildren, traveling, swimming and attending theater events.

Lori received an associate degree in occupational therapy from Mount Aloysius. She traveled with her military husband practicing as a occupational therapy assistant in a variety of settings. She has a background in geriatrics, pediatrics, home health and hand therapy. She has been working as an assistant for the Johnstown office's certified hand therapist since 2017. Her goal is to provide quality treatment in a caring environment, to reduce pain and promote healing and restore function.