PHYSICAL THERAPY AND OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

Douglas Anderson, LPTA – Bio Coming Soon

Katie Bottorff, PT, DPT, COMT, graduated from the University of Northern Colorado in 2000 with a bachelor’s in Kinesiology. She then completed her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at St. Ambrose University in Davenport, Iowa in 2006. Katie’s love of volleyball throughout high school and college gave her opportunities to meet physical therapists and grow her interest in the field. This interest has pushed her toward a career in outpatient orthopedics. Katie also participates in continuing education classes and in 2014 she completed an extensive 2-year program to become a Certified Orthopedic Manipulative Therapist. In her free time, Katie loves hiking and spending time with her family.

Andy Burtschi, PT bio coming soon

Deanna Elges, PTA bio coming soon

Kayla Golkiewicz, ATC, PTA, Kayla Golkiewicz, ATC, PTA received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Toledo, Ohio in 2014 with a major in Athletic Training. After working in the outpatient Physical Rehabilitation setting for two years she pursued her PTA degree from Kent State University, Ohio graduating in 2017.

She first sought a career in athletic training based on a knee injury in high school track that put her in PT. She enjoyed the rehabilitation component of athletic training so much she wanted to continue schooling to become a PTA.

Kayla’s passion for treating athletic injuries has evolved with treating patients both young and old through restoration of function and quality of life. She and her husband moved from Ann Arbor, Michigan to Colorado in June 2019. Outside of work, Kayla enjoys hiking, skiing, camping, kayaking and backpacking with her husband and Siberian husky.

Matthew Gonzales, PTA – Bio Coming Soon

Jennifer Grieves, OT, CHT – Bio Coming Soon

Matthew Israel, PT, DPT – bio coming soon

Denis Kush, PTA, MT, CNMT, is a born and raised native of Colorado Springs, CO and graduated from Pueblo Community College in 2006 with an Associate of Arts and Science degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant. In addition to his PTA degree, Denis has an Associate degree in Sports and Fitness from Denver Technical College and is a licensed Massage Therapist. During his 20 years of experience in physical therapy, Denis has primarily worked in an outpatient setting, but has also work in skilled nursing. Denis was privileged to apply his skills at the Olympic Training Center, working on the most elite athletes in the world. Growing up, Denis participated in numerous sports including soccer, swimming, and hockey in which he suffered many sports-related injuries and saw firsthand the benefits of physical therapy. Presently, he enjoys spending time with his family, participating in all outdoor activities, and especially teaching/coaching his two girls in swimming and baseball.

Jamie Mendoza, OTR/L, CHT, – Jamie began her path towards Occupational Therapy in Missouri, where she grew up. She graduated from Central Methodist College with a Bachelor’s in Biology, and then went on to obtain her Master’s degree in OT from A.T. Still University.

Jamie had a love for hand therapy from the beginning.  She started her career in an orthopedic-based pediatric clinic, where she first began orthosis fabrication, and further established her passion for hand therapy.

She proceeded to earn her Certified Hand Therapist credential in 2007.  Prior to moving to Colorado in 2015, Jamie practiced in orthopedic clinics in Southern California.

Jamie deeply values the connections she builds with her patients and the process of guiding them toward a return of their life interests. She loves the art of orthosis fabrication and is passionate about continuing to advance her expertise in hand and upper extremity rehabilitation.

Outside of the clinic, she loves to spend time with her husband, daughter, and two golden doodles, as well as, running, hiking, and yoga.

Diane Williston, DPT bio is coming soon.

Darin Yantis, PT, DPT, CSOG North and CSOG East Physical Therapy Supervisor – Darin received his Bachelor of Science degree in Kinesiology from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. In 2012, he went on to earn his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences in San Diego, CA.  Prior to joining the team at Colorado Springs Orthopedic Group, Darin was Clinic Director in outpatient orthopedic rehabilitation settings for 10 years. He is level two certified in functional dry needling (an effective treatment for acute and chronic pain, rehabilitation from injury and even pain/injury prevention).  Darin also has additional training in balance and vestibular rehabilitation, and extremity and spine joint rehabilitation. He has mentored many physical therapy students as they begin their journey into the profession. In his free time, Darin enjoys skiing, hiking and biking the mountains of Colorado, and visiting MLB ballparks with his wife.

Jennifer Yeaman, COTA originally from California, received her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Cal State University, Monterey Bay. Here she also ran Division 2 cross country and track. Following graduation, she moved to Colorado and found her love for not only the mountains, but occupational therapy as well. She then pursued her degree as a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant at Pueblo Community College, where she graduated with honors in 2020. Jennifer has enjoyed working in a variety of settings, including pediatrics and inpatient care, however has found a passion for the orthopedic setting. She is committed to helping patients return to their activities of daily living.

When Jennifer is not in the clinic, you can find her trail running up mountains, or playing with her fur babies.

Amanda Young, PTA was born and raised in Texas. She graduated with a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology Exercise Science from The University of Texas at San Antonio in 2008. She then went to pursue a career as a Physical Therapist Assistant, graduating from Houston Coleman College of Health Sciences in 2012. Amanda has been working in an outpatient orthopedic setting since graduating from school. She has a passion for improving the quality of life for her patients through manual therapy and functional exercise. Amanda strives to provide a fun and energetic therapeutic experience and believes that a positive environment is a pivotal component to recovery. Amanda moved to Colorado Springs in 2018 from Houston, TX with her husband. She enjoys CrossFit, skiing, hiking, camping, and spending time with her husband and two dogs.

Katrina Barbari, PTA, Kati earned her Bachelor’s degree in Health Care Science with an emphasis in Sports Training and Conditioning at the University of Colorado at Colorado Springs. She has worked for Colorado Springs Orthopaedic Group since 2015 and discovered her passion for PT here. She decided to further her career and graduated from Pueblo Community College with an Associates of Arts and Science degree as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

She enjoys helping patients meet their individualized goals and regain function so they can return to sports and daily activities. She was born and raised in Colorado. Outside of the clinic she enjoys any outdoor activities such as hiking, water skiing, snow skiing, four wheeling, and camping.

Sue Daughhetee, DPT – Sue Daughhetee’s two decades of physical therapy experience give her great perspective in treating patients. Her experience comes from working in a variety of settings and patient populations over the years. She routinely screens for neuropathic and balance issues while tailoring orthopedic recovery plans , customizing treatments to meet a patient’s specific needs. Her knowledge of the proper level of progressing treatment allows her patients to avoid excessive pain while progressing towards their desired outcomes.

Jennifer Drennan, DPT – Jennifer’s love of a sporty, adventurous lifestyle led her to pursue a physical therapy career helping people back to full independence and the pursuit of their own passions.

Lenore McKenzie-Morris, PTA, has been helping patients achieve their recovery goals since 2012. Entering the health care field after a career in print media spanning three decades, she found her passion in orthopedic physical rehabilitation while working in the Coastal Carolina region of South Carolina. She and her husband Gary moved to Colorado Springs in April of 2018 to hike, backpack and develop pottery, painting, welding and woodworking skills at local art centers.

As a licensed massage therapist, Lenore continues to pursue other certifications in the healthcare field that will serve the patient population here at Colorado Springs and is currently working toward becoming a Certified Special Population Specialist through the National Strength and Conditional Association.

Reid Morrissey, DPT – Bio Coming Soon

Dylan Soudatt, PTA – Bio Coming Soon

Eric Williston, DPT, CSOG South Physical Therapy Supervisor was born and raised in Maryland then lived in Pennsylvania for a few years before moving to Colorado in 2013. Eric received his undergraduate degree from McDaniel College and his Doctoral of Physical Therapy from Drexel University in 2009. He has spent the majority of his career in outpatient orthopedics and has a passion to return patients to their full potential.

In college, Eric was a lacrosse player and enjoyed years of athletics. This is one reason for his desire to help others return to sports, hobbies, and other activities after they’ve suffered an injury. Eric also loves spending time with his wife and two children. His hobbies include mountain biking, hiking, snowboarding, rock climbing, and camping.

Corinne Bratcher, PTA – Corinne Bratcher received her Bachelor’s of Health Science from Lebanon Valley College and her Associates in Allied Health from Delaware Technical Community College. She has been practicing as a Physical Therapist Assistant since November 2019 primarily in outpatient orthopedics post-op and sport. She played women’s lacrosse as a goaltender through college and has volunteered with various teams over the years coaching young goaltenders. While she has treated a wide array of orthopedic injuries, she particularly enjoys helping patients overcome acute and chronic back pain. In her spare time, she is on either her gravel or mountain bike.

Zach Dreyer, DPT – Zack earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from the University of St. Augustine and attended Washington State University for his undergraduate.

Ryan Kiehl, PT, DPT – Bio Coming Soon

Nicholas Wohkittel, DPT – believes his primary duty as a physical therapist is to help his patients return to the activities that make life meaningful to them. He achieves this by actively listening to his patients to ensure their individual needs, beliefs, motivations, and time are considered when he develops a treatment plan. Nick is a firm believer that exercise is medicine and that the greatest benefits in therapy come from focusing on long term changes through regular physical activity that patients enjoy and high-quality education. He is dedicated to ensuring his patients understand their diagnoses and how each treatment works to address their goals because therapy works best when patients believe it will help them. Nick is trained in dry needling and has strong hands-on skills and loves to see how quickly these treatments can improve a patient’s pain and function when combined with exercise.  He wants therapy to be as fun as possible and not just another doctor’s visit.